WHAT’S ON:
THIS WEEK AND BEYOND
MUSIC & DANCE
B2M live Watergate Ballroom, 6th floor Amari Watergate, Phetchaburi Road Nov 27, 9pm to 11pm
The “B2M” live show concert features Ben Chalatit and Mariam 5, who will perform their popular hits such as Ruedoo Tee Taek Tang, Yue, Kwarm Jing Nai Jai, Yood, Lom Hai Jai and Tee Wang.
Tickets cost 1,250 baht including freeflow drinks. Call 02-653-9000.
Fusion and fund festival Ratchadamri Soi 2 opposite CentralWorld Nov 27-29, midday to midnight
Held for the first time in Asia, the “Moose Presents The Mixmash: A Festival of Fusion” features exciting music mashups, food combinations and dynamic performance collaborations by leading chefs and awesome artists from around the world. The festival is divided into three fusion inspired zones, each of which includes bars, kitchens, restaurants and stages set among unique fusion inspired environments.
Tickets at the door cost 1,200 baht per day and 3,000 baht for three days (800 baht per day and 2,000 baht for three days if purchased in advanced from www. themixmashfestival.com).
Int’l dance fest Bangkok Art and Culture Centre Pathumwan intersection Nov 27-29 and Dec 1-3 at 7pm
The “International Dance Festival 2015” continues with six performances for this upcoming week. The programme includes Convergenze by Federica Galimberti from Italy on Nov 27, a triple bill of Hopera/Perinciso/Convergenze also from Italy on Nov 28, Radiated Over Kronos from Japan on Nov 29 (at 2.30pm), 9th Element from Singapore on Nov 29 (at 7pm), a double bill contemporary dance of In The Footsteps of Cassandra and Punch Line from Israel on Dec 1-2 and a double bill dance of Seven Graces and Padme from India on Dec 3.
Tickets cost 600, 1,200 and 1,800 baht (300 baht for students) from Thai Ticket Major (visit www.thaiticketmajor.com). For more details, visit www.dancefestival.info or call 090-907-2883/4 or 085-100-3050.
BSO and ballet Music Hall, Art and Culture Building Chulalongkorn University Phaya Thai Road Nov 28 at 8pm
Two principal dancers from Tokyo City Ballet, Ikue Shiga and Masahiko Haruno, will perform some of the most recognisable and popular highlights from Tchaikovsky’s wonderful scores with choreography by Yoichi Kobayashi during the “BSO Ballet Showcasing Tokyo City Ballet Principals”. The repertoire includes Swan Lake’s Pas De Deux and The Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy, Chinese Dance and Pas de deux, all from the Christmas favourite, The Nutcracker. Bangkok Symphony Orchestra will provide music under the direction of principal oboist Damrih Banawitayakit.
Tickets cost 400 and 800 baht. Visit www.bangkoksymphony.org or call 02-255-6617/8 or 02-254-4954.
Harp and piano recitals Sala Sudasiri Sobha, Lat Phrao Soi 41 Nov 29 at 4pm
The Gift of Life Foundation presents a harp recital by Maria Rosa Fogagnolo at 4pm and a piano recital by Patrizio Cerrone at 5.45pm. This is an afternoon of enchanting harp repertoires and sonatas from the classical period. Patrizio will also give two lectures on piano techniques and the history of the classical period on Dec 6 and 7 from 10am to noon.
Tickets cost 700 baht for the two performances including receptions. There is no admission fee to the lectures. Visit www. salasudasirisobha.com or call 02-5418662 or 080-407-8231.
Fantasy dance Music and Performance Hall Srinakharinwirot University Sukhumvit Soi 23 Nov 29, 5pm to 7pm
Studio Zoom is holding its 6th annual performance titled “The World Is A Stage” which combine contemporary, jazz, hip hop, kids jazz, hula and zumba into a world of fantasy with dance under the theme “Alice In The Wonderland”. It will be performed by 210 dancers of many nationalities choreographed by at least 14 instructors. Guest performers include Thai actress Sophie Absornsiri Indracusin, Jong Wonglee from Korea, Jessica Deatz from the US and Philippe Saint Paul from France.
Tickets cost 700 baht. Call 02-260-0728 or 081-868-2336.
Jazz festival Asiatique The Riverfront Charoen Krung Road Nov 29 at 6pm
“The River Jazz Festival 2015” sees the return of bossa nova queen Lisa Ono who has prepared a special song for Thai fans. Sharing the stage will be American jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra and young Thai pianist/singer Foam Keeta aka Piano Angel. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Siriraj Foundation.
Tickets cost 2,000 and 3,000 baht from Thai Ticket Major (visit www.thaiticketmajor.com or call 02-262-3456).
Elton John and his band Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani Nov 29 at 9pm
Presented by Live Nation BEC-Tero, the “Elton John All The Hits Tour Live In Bangkok” concert will see the English composer/singer play on the piano and sing with his band whose members include Davey Johnstone on guitar, Nigel Olsson on drums, Matt Bissonette on bass, John Mahon on percussion and Kim Bullard on keyboard. As part of the acclaimed “All The Hits” concert tour, the show will feature a number of iconic hits, classic hits and selected songs from his highly-acclaimed album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.
Tickets cost 2,000, 3,000, 4,000, 5,000 and 6,000 baht from Thai Ticket Major (visit www.thaiticketmajor.com).
Classical concert Benjasiri Park, Sukhumvit Road Dec 5 at 4.30pm
The acclaimed Thai fusion band Boy Thai will celebrate their 20th anniversary with a free concert to mark His Majesty the King’s Birthday. Joining them will be Aun J Classic Orchestra from Japan featuring three world-class musicians, showcasing a mix of classics, semi-classics and modern music using traditional Japanese instruments including taiko drums, shamisen and flute. They will also give a show-cum-workshop at TK Park, Centralworld, on Dec 6 at 3pm.
Call 02-234-0147.
Royal celebration concert Thailand Cultural Centre Ratchadaphisek Road Dec 8 at 8pm
South Korean violin star Ye-Eun Choi will perform with Bangkok Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Charles Olivieri-Munroe during the “Royal Celebration Concert” held to mark His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 88th birthday. The programme will feature HM the King’s composition, Sweet Words, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 in F Minor Op 36 and Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D Major Op 61.
Tickets cost 300, 700, 900, 1,200 and 1,500 baht from Thai Ticket Major outlets (visit www.thaiticketmajor.com). Visit www.bangkoksymphony.org or call 02-255-6617/8.
Michael Learns To Rock returns Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon Rama I Road Dec 8 at 8pm
Presented by Independent Communication Network Love 104.5, the “Michael Learns To Rock 25th anniversary Live in Bangkok” is another full-scale concert by the Danish 90s pop rockers who have rocked the world with hits from their eight albums for the past 25 years. Once again, expect to see the trio perform Take Me To Your Heart, Sleeping Child, 25 Minutes, Paint My Love and That’s Why (You Go Away).
Tickets cost 2,500, 3,000, 3,500 and 4,500 baht from Thai Ticket Major (visit www. thaiticketmajor.com).
THEATRE
Filipino play Thong Lor Art Space, Sukhumvit Soi 55 Nov 27-29 at 8pm
Daloy Dance Company from the Philippines is staging Dysmorphilia which exposes a hyperbolic and satirical representation of individuals’ own perceptions and imaginations of their bodies. The performance is joined by Thai visual artist Chulayarnnon Siriphol.
Tickets cost 550 baht (450 baht for students). Visit www.facebook.com/Thonglorartspace or call 095-924-4555.
FAIRS & SALES
Direct from Chubu Isetan, 5th floor Ratchadamri Road Until Dec 8, 10am to 9pm
The “Chubu Food Fair” features authentic Japanese food and agricultural products from Japan’s Chubu region. Items include premium beef, genuine Japanese wasabi and tea, processed foods and Japanese confectioneries such as dorayaki, Daifuku and Manjuu.
Call 02-255-9898/9.
X’mas playbox Amarin Plaza, Phloenchit Road Until Jan 8, 11am to 8pm
The “Amarin X’Mas Playbox 2015” features fashion and lifestyle products from reputable brands and over 50 of the hippest food trucks serving their best dishes in an American cafe atmosphere. Special activities include a live street art performance by local artists TRK and Rukkit from Dec 14-18 and a mini concert by Mild on Dec 25 and The Parkinson on Dec 31 at 7pm.
Call 02-650-4704.
Craft market Peninsula Bangkok Hotel Charoen Nakhon Road Nov 28, 9am to 3pm
The “Thiptara Craft Market” features handicrafts, home décor items, accessories and environmentally-friendly products direct from local vendors who make their own products. The market takes place every last Saturday of the month.
Email pbk@peninsula.com or call 02-861-2888.
For all the family Bangkok Patana School Sukhumvit Soi 105, Soi La Salle Nov 28, 10am to 8pm
Organised by the British Community in Thailand Foundation for the Needy, the “Ploenchit Fair” features entertainment for all the family. There will be Christmas shopping and bargains galore, raffles and thousands of prizes, international and traditional British food, wine and beer, as well as live music and fun rides for children. All proceeds will go to Thai charities.
Entrance fee is 150 baht (50 baht for children). Free shuttle bus services from Bang Na BTS Station to the fair are available. Visit www.ploenchitfair.org or call 02-204-1587.
Charity fair Noble Space Ari, Phahon Yothin Road Nov 28-29, 4pm to 10pm
The “Core Market by Sharerity Inc” fair features 200 trendy shops from Instagram and live music by famous acts including 2 Days Ago Kids, Superbaker, Plastic Plastic, Fwends, Zweedz n’ Roll, White Collar and Canvas. Famous illustrators will be drawing self-portraits. Part of the proceeds will go to the EDF foundation.
Email sharerityinc@gmail.com.
Shopping is great British Embassy, Witthayu Road Dec 2, 4.30pm to 6pm
Held in collaboration with UK Trade and Investment (UKTI), the “Shopping is Great Britain: Season 2” features 28 British brands including Fitness First, Topman, Topshop, Dorothy Perkins, Boots, Clarks, Marks and Spencer, Pehaligon’s, Daks and Cath Kidston. All shoppers will also have a chance to win exclusive prizes ranging from return flights to London with accommodations, to discounts and coupons. Among the celebrities and artists who will attend the open house launch event are Parama “Nam” Raiva, Thaweewet “Pae” Srinarong, Ariya “Pui” Srinarong, and Kornkanok “Lek” Yongsakul.
Call 02-252-9871.
Food for health
Siam Paragon, Rama I Road
Dec 3-6, 10am to 9pm
The “Food for Health: Five Colourful Vegetables with Tasty Advantage” features a variety of fresh produce and products made with vegetables from the Royal Project. On exhibit will be information about the Royal Project’s findings on the research and development of vegetables seeds and the benefits of consuming various types of fruits and veggies. Chefs from leading restaurants, hotels and also the Royal Project will take turn to present a cooking demonstration everyday.
Call 0-2658-1000 ext 8203.
Farmer’s market PB Valley Khao Yai Winery Nakhon Ratchasima Dec 5-13, 9am to 6pm
The “PB Valley Farmer Market 2015” features outstanding products from Pak Chong including fresh fruits and vegetables and Otop products by local farmers. This is also a chance to enjoy live music and a variety of food and beverage in the evening on weekends and public holidays.
Call 036-226-415/6 or 02-262-0030 ext 107.
FILMS
Movies to end violence SF World Cinema, 7th floor CentralWorld, Ratchadamri Road Nov 27-29
Oranised by UN Women Asia Pacific, the first “Bangkok Film Festival on Ending Violence against Women and Girls” features award-winning feature films and documentaries from Argentina, France, Germany, Israel, Pakistan, Singapore, Spain and the US. The movies focus on issues that millions of women and girls across the world endure, including domestic violence, child marriage, ‘honour’ killings, sexual harassment and rape, as well as broader issues of discrimination such as limited access to education and unsafe labour migration. They have Thai subtitles.
There is no admission fee. Visit bit.do/ evawgfilmfest.
Outdoor cinema Goethe Institute, Sathon Soi 1 Dec 1-Feb 19, every Tue at 7.30pm
The “German Open Air Cinema 2015/16” presents a special insight into the current movie culture of German-speaking countries and recent works of various film directors. The opening film on Dec 1 is Patong Girl directed by Susanna Salonen. She will also stay for the discussion after the screening. All films are in German with English subtitles.
There is no admission fee. Email Programm@bangkok.goethe.org or call 02-108-8231/2.
Reframing Afghanistan FCCT, Penthouse, Maneeya Centre Phloenchit Road Dec 2 at 7pm
The Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Thailand is screening Frame by Frame, a documentary directed by Alexandria Bombach and Mo Scarpelli. It follows four Afghan photojournalists who, after decades of war and an oppressive Taliban regime, face the realities of building a free press in a country left to stand on its own. They navigate an emerging and dangerous media landscape — reframing Afghanistan for the world and for themselves.
The fee is 150 baht (free for members). Visit www.fccthai.com or call 02-652-0580.
GET-TOGETHERS
Vanda fest Museum of Floral Culture Samsen Soi 28 Until Dec 13, 10am to 6pm Tue-Sun
Held under the theme “Winter Vanda Orchids Festival”, the second annual floral festival features nearly 30 types of Vanda orchids presented in the form of installation art which incorporates the charm of bamboo handicrafts. There are also activities on every weekend including a flower arrangement demonstration, workshops, and talks with flower experts. A variety of handmade products and handicrafts are available at the “Flora Maga Market” which will take place on Dec 10-13.
Admission fee is 150 baht (75 baht for children). Visit www.facebook.com/ TheMuseumofFloralCulture.
Anime fest Seacon Bangkae, Phetkasem Road Until Nov 29, 11am to 8pm
The “Seacon Anime Festa 2015” features popular characters from One Piece and Gundam animation series. The One Piece zone sees the Straw Hat Pirates on adventure with the Thousand Sunny Ship, the life-sized Luffy model, hunting games and a live performance by mascots of the five main characters on Friday at 6pm and Saturday-Sunday at noon, 3pm and 6pm. The Gundam zone showcases 30 Gunpla models, seven Beargguys, a Gunpla workshop on how to construct a Gunpla model on Friday at 6pm and Saturday and Sunday at noon, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. A large selection of copyrighted products and souvenirs from DEX will be sold at special prices.
Call 02-721-8888.
Pattaya fireworks Central Pattaya Beach, Chon Buri Nov 27-28, 5pm to 11pm
The “Pattaya International Fireworks Festival 2015” features four 10-minute firework displays from China, the Philippines, Korea and Japan. Each night opens with a special show featuring 1,000 purple fireworks in honour of Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s 60th birthday at 8pm and concludes with a concert at 10pm. There are also entertainment and activities along the beach roads from North to South Pattaya, starting at 5pm.
Visit www.facebook.com/ pattayafireworkfest.
Galleries at night
Nov 27-28, 7pm until late
The third edition of “Galleries’ Night” will take art lovers to appreciate contemporary artistic creations at 38 participating galleries and art spaces at night. The galleries located along the BTS Silom line and by the Chao Phraya River will open their doors for night visits on Nov 27 and those along the BTS Sukhumvit line on Nov 28.
Visit www.facebook.com/galleriesnight.
Prepare for disaster Foyer of Convention Hall, 22nd floor Centara Grand at Central World Hotel Ratchadamri Road Nov 28, 10am to 4.30pm
Held to celebrate its 72nd anniversary, the Engineering Institute of Thailand under His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s patronage (EIT) is holding a special exhibition, “Thailand VS Disasters 2016… Have you prepared yourself?”. Visitors will learn about the background and nature of various disasters, guidance on prevention and solution for disasters relief. There will be a talk on home disasters, prevention and solutions at 11am, a symposium by famous experts in engineering and disasters management at 1.30pm and engineering clinic service.
There is no admission fee. Visit www.eit. or.th or call 02-184-4600—9.
Open house College of Management Mahidol University, Vibhavadi Rangsit Nov 29, 9.30am to 3.30pm
The “CMMU Open House” will see the university’s alumni sharing tips on how to succeed in business and answering why master’s degree matters. In-depth information on 14 interesting courses will be provided. The morning session is for the Thai programme and the afternoon session for the international programme.
There is no admission fee but seats are limited. Visit www.cmmu.mahidol.ac.th/ openhouse or call 02-206-2000.
Being a baby expert KidsFirst Early Development Center Sukhumvit Soi 69 Dec 1 and 3, 10am to noon and 2pm to 4 pm
KidsFirst Early Development Center offers various play-based learning activities where parents and babies up to 3 years old are invited to participate. This one-day trial will allow them to learn together from the counsellors on how to best utilise their early learning period through dancing, English, art and a puppet show.
There is no admission fee. Visit facebook.com/kidsfirstthailand or call 084-105-5650.
Bangkok street show Lumpini Park, Rama IV Road Dec 4-6, 3pm to 9pm
The “Bangkok Street Show 2015” features a myriad of street performances by over 40 troupes of local and international actors and entertainers from 20 countries. The highlights include the Frog King by Shalton Theatre, Blanko and Candy Man by Johnman, a puppet show by Ola Muchin and a magic show with music and dance by 2SH from South Korea. This year will also see the return of Saurus Close-Act Theatre and a stilt walk performance from the Netherlands.
There is no admission fee. Visit www. bangkokstreetshow.com.
LECTURES/SEMINAR
Do it better Bangkok Art and Culture Centre Pathumwan intersection Nov 28, 1pm to 5.30pm
Organised by Sal Forest, a research company for sustainability and green business, the “Do It Better by Unconventional Business” talk features five inspiring speakers. They are Nattapong Tiandee from SpokeDark TV, Saisiri Xumsai na Ayudhya from Tongsai Hotel in Samui, Sangduen Chailert from Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, Vorravit Siripark from Panpuri and Choojai and Friends, an alternative advertising agency with social causes.
Tickets cost 250 baht including a book. Visit www.salforest.com or call 02-2587383 or 081-806-8555.
Gandhi memorial lectures Chulalongkorn University Phaya Thai Road Dec 2, 8.30am to 4pm
Chulalongkorn University’s Indian Studies and Suan Nguen Mee Ma are holding the 4th Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Lecture on Sustainable Development. The topic for the morning session is “Gandhian Vision for Democracy and Dialogical Society” conducted by Dr Ramin Jahanbegloo from York University, Toronto and author of The Gandhian Moment. The afternoon session focuses on “The Proximity of Southern Thailand Conflict… Together, We Will Learn and Find the Solution” conducted by a panel of four speakers. Simultaneous translation from English to Thai and Thai to English is available. The venue is Room 801 of Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building.
There is no admission fee. To reserve a seat, call 02-622-2495/6 or 02-622-0955.
Learn about brain power Nanmeebooks House, Sukhumvit Soi 31 Dec 2, 6.30pm to 8pm
Nanmeebooks Innovation Institute is holding a seminar on “Meeting the Mind Hacking Author…Eran Katz” conducted by Eran Katz, memory entertainer and best-selling author. He will talk about brain power, memory stunts and the secret of Jewish Noble prize winners. The seminar will show how to remember names and faces using the Napoleon method, the JFK technique and the Angel’s face system, and how the remarkable system of Gematria boosts the ability to recall dates, events, financial data and long digit numbers.
Visit www.nanmeebooks.com or call 02-662-3000 ext 5226.
SPORTS
Run together EmQuartier, Sukhumvit Road Nov 29 at 5.30pm
Held in collaboration with ThaiHealth Promotion Foundation and leading sports brands, the “Sports Mall Together Run 2015” has two distances — a 10km mini marathon and a 5km fun run — open to runners of four different age groups — under 29, 30-39, 40-49 and 50+. The winners for each group in the 10km race will receive trophies and prizes, worth a total of 500,000 baht. Everyone who can make it to the finish line will receive a commemorative medal. Part of the proceeds will go to Thai Red Cross Society.
The fee is 500 baht including a running shirt. Visit www.sportsmallrun.com.
Green biking Saraburi Nov 29 at 6pm
Held to raise awareness on environmental conservation, the “Insee Green Bike 2” features a 42km route from Suan Mingmongkol to Chulalongkorn University Reservoir in Kaeng Khoi district of Saraburi.
There is no admission fee. To register, visit www.facebook.com/INSEEGreenPark. Call 1732 for more information.
Heritage race Saranrom Park Phra Nakhon district Nov 29 at 8am
The first “Bangkok Heritage Race” will focus on uncovering heritage stories along the famous Chao Phraya River. Participants will be required to find up to 17 designated stops and complete challenges in order to qualify for the winners’ draw. The first prize is US$1,000 (35,700 baht), the second $700 and the third $400. Attractive travel prizes will also be offered. The race is open to anyone to enter in teams of two to six people. Proceeds will go to the Goodwill Group Foundation.
The registration fee is $20 per person. To register, visit www.heritagerace.com. For updates, visit www.facebook.com/ heritagerace.