WHAT'S ON : MUSIC & DANCE

WHAT'S ON : MUSIC & DANCE

Elvis celebration

Ambassador Bangkok Hotel, Sukhumvit Road

Jan 12, 8:30pm-midnight

- The Dicken's Pub at the Ambassador Hotel is holding the "Elvis Presley's 72nd Birthday" concert featuring the king of rock and roll's hits performed by renowned Elvis impersonators Rudy Souza, Lek Presley, Vasu Saengsingkaew, Sattawat Tungkarat and Papontee Veerapravat.

- Tickets cost 500 baht including 2 drinks. Call 02-254-0444 ext 1504/6.

TPO concert

Music Auditorium, College of Music

Mahidol University, Salaya campus

Phutthamonthon Sai 4

Jan 12 at 7pm, Jan 13 at 4pm

- The "5th TPO Concert" features conductor Claude Villaret and soloist Karina Di Virgilio, who will be performing with the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra. The programme includes traditional music, Manuel de Falla's El Amor Brujo and Brahms' Symphony No. 3 in F Major Op 90.

- Tickets at 200 baht are available at the door. Call 02-800-2525 ext 152.

Chopin recital

Thai-German Cultural Foundation

Sathon Tai Road

Jan 13 at 6pm

- Bangkok Society and Dusit Thani Hotel present "Chopin and His Contemporaries", a recital by British pianist Ray Alston. The programme features works by Schumann, Liszt and Chopin. Ray will also hold a masterclass at Bangkok Chopin Society on Jan 14 from 2-5pm, with tickets priced at 300 baht.

- Tickets cost 800 and 1,500 baht (500 baht for students). For reservations, call 02-253-2634 or 089-039-6021.

Sixties bash

Windsor Suites Hotel, Sukhumvit Soi 20

Jan 13, 6-11:30pm

- Zonta International Clubs of Bangkok 4 and 7 and Love Music Group are holding the "Fabulous Golden 60s - Return of Elvis & The Beatles" as a tribute to the King of Rock'n'Roll and the Fab Four. The charity concert dinner features hits sung by Vasu Saengsingkaew, Nattasak Vorawitayanond, Krongthong Tasanapundh and Wirat Amatakulchai. Thailand's very own Beatles, The Better, will also take to the stage.

- Tickets cost 1,000, 1,500 and 2,000 baht including a 4-course dinner. For reservations, call 02-262-1234 ext 1224.

Elvis tribute

Sala Chalermkrung Theatre, Charoen Krung Road

Jan 14 at 2pm

- To celebrate the anniversary of Elvis Presley's birth, Sala Chalermkrung Theatre is hosting a concert featuring music from Chalermraj Big Band and Elvis look-alike singers and celebrities.

- Call 02-225-8757/8 or 02-623-8148/9.

Eric Clapton live

Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani

Pak Kret, Nonthaburi

Jan 15 at 8:30pm

- Eric Clapton, world-class musician and 18-time Grammy Award winner, will perform his hits along with his longtime fellow musicians - Doyle Bramhall, Derek Trucks, Chris Stainton, Tim Carmon, Willie Weeks, Steve Jordan, The Kick Horns, Michelle John and Sharon White.

- Tickets cost 1,000, 2,500, 3,000, 4,000 and 5,000 baht and can be purchased from Thaiticketmaster booths (tel 02-262-3456).

Japanese drummers

Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road

Jan 16 at 7pm

- The Japan Foundation and Bangkok Symphony Orchestra Foundation present the "Japanese Drum Beating - Blazing" performance by 2 renowned Japanese Taiko groups - Tokyo Dagekidan and Hono-O-Daiko. The first is an all-male troupe of 5 drummers and a flautist, while the second is a female trio. Tokyo Dagekidan will also perform at the grand amphitheatre at the Royal Flora Ratchaphruek in Chiang Mai on Jan 13.

- Tickets cost 200, 500, 800 and 1,000 baht and can be purchased from Thaiticketmaster booths (tel 02-262-3456).

Violin recital

Church of Christ in Thailand, Phaya Thai Road

Jan 17 at 7:30pm

- D&M Music Studio presents a Strad performance by one of the finest violinists in Japan, Jin Matsuno. The programme includes Elgar's Vitali/Chaconne and Chanson De Matin, Dvorak's Salut d'amour, Segoe's Oriental and Winiawsky's The Violet. Light classical songs will be sung by Mongkol and Duangdao Chayasirisobhon.


- Tickets at 400 baht (200 baht for students) are available from D&M Music Studio (tel 02-718-7129), Robinson Piano Showroom at Siam Discovery Centre (tel 02-658-1080/1) and Miracle Mall (tel 02-261-6769). Call 081-682-8000.

Piano sonatas

Thai-German Cultural Foundation

Sathon Tai Road

Jan 18 at 7:30pm

- AMA Studio and the Office of the National Culture Commission present the 4th concert in the "Beethoven's 32" series performed by Wannaporn Leelaniramol, Apimon Supotngarmkul and Indhuon Srikaranonda. The programme features Op 13 No. 3 in C Minor, Op 22 in B-Flat Major and Op 26 in A-Flat Major. This concert is dedicated to Thailand's great pioneering pianist Acharn Piyabhand Sanitwongse, named National Artist in 1998, who recently passed away.

- Tickets cost 500 baht (300 baht for students). Call 02-712-9872/3 or 02-247-0028 ext 4119.

Art songs and arias

Pridi Banomyong Institute

Sukhumvit Road, Soi Thong Lo

Jan 20 at 7:30pm

- AMA Studio presents "Winter Journey III", a concert of selected art songs and arias from great operas, including scenes from Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte. On stage sees singers performing selected pieces under artistic director Loh Siew-Tuan.

- Tickets cost 300 baht and are available at AMA Studio. Call 02-712-9872/3 or 081-697-1026.

THEATRE

Thai tempest

Art Theatre, Chulalongkorn University

Phaya Thai Road

Every Thur-Sat at 6:30pm plus a 2pm show on Sat and Sun, until Feb 4

- Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Arts is staging Phayu Phirot, an adaptation of Shakespeare's The Tempest directed by Pawit Mahasarinand, whose Rak Ta Luang Ta was voted 2003's best professional production.

- Tickets cost 200 baht (150 baht for students) and are available at the CU Book Centre (Siam Square). Call 02-218-4802, 081-559-7252 or visit http://www.thaitempest.multiply.com.

COMEDY SHOW

UK comedians

Bull's Head Social Club, Sukhumvit Soi 33/1

Jan 18-20 at 9pm

- The Punchline Comedy Club presents a special show by 3 top comedians from the UK - Ben Norris, Carey Marx and Mickey Hutton.

- Tickets cost 1,500 baht. For reservations, call 02-233-4141/2 or book online at http://www.greatbritishpub.com/comedy.php.

Comedy reunion

Bangkok Theatre@Metropolis, 6th floor

EGV Metropolis, Ratchadamri Road

Jan 19-20 at 8pm and Jan 21 at 2pm

- Dreambox Theatre presents Sam Khon Onlaweng: Reunion, a stage version of Sam Khon Onlaweng, the popular comedy sketch show of the '90s. Pa-un Chantarasiri, Piya Sawetpikul, Warapun Nguitrakul, Kanokwan Buranont and Chompoo Fruity are among the cast members who are returning to the stage this time around.

- Tickets cost 800, 1,000, 1,200 and 3,000 baht and can be purchased from Thaiticketmaster booths (tel 02-262-3456).

CHILDREN'S DAY

- un for kids

- ashion Island, Rarm Intra Road

Daily 11am-9pm, until Jan 14

- The 3rd "Scholar Fun Fair" features a host of knowledge-promoting activities, including music, art and games. There is also the "Kid Models" contest designed for kids aged 3-6, and the winner will have a photo shoot for the Reality story-telling book.

- Call 02-641-5276/9.

Lego fun

- ashion Hall, The Emporium

Sukhumvit Road

Daily 10:30am-10pm, until Jan 15

- Lego and The Emporium invite children and parents to create a Lego model of Suvarnabhumi Airport during the "Lego & Emporium Fun for Kids" fair. There are also displays of Lego models and a workshop by Jumpei Mitsui, Lego champion from TV Champion. Lego products also have up to 50% discounts.

- Call 02-259-8753.

Happy castle

Central Plaza Rarm Intra, Rarm Intra Road

Jan 13 at 10am

- "The Castle of Happiness" features fun-filled activities for all kids, including the "Top Talent Boy & Girl 2007" presenter contest, the meet and greet session with Pee Arm from UBC Spark and Pee Jad from Dee Krub TV programme, stage performances, creative workshops and games.

- Call 02-522-5503/10 ext 1233.

Playland for kids

Central Airport Plaza, Chiang Mai

Jan 13 at 10am

- The "Kid's Day @ Central Airport Plaza Playland" fair features playground equipment, games and stage performances and a parade of cartoon characters from Toon Boon. The fair concludes with a magic show and creative workshops.

- Call 02-264-5555 ext 4105.

Milk teeth party

Bangkok Hospital, New Phetchaburi Road

Jan 13, 8am-1pm

- Bangkok Child Health Centre invites young children to join the "BMC Milk Teeth Party" featuring fun-filled activities such as magic shows and games.

- For more information, call 1719.

Children's Day fete

Mahidol University, Salaya campus

Jan 13, 8am-2pm

- Mahidol University's National Institute for Children and Family Development is holding a Children's Day fair featuring performances by pre-school children and students of Mahidol's music college and Ratchasuda College, a poetry reading contest, a royal composition singing contest and an aerobic dance contest by students, games and lucky draws.

- Call 02-441-0602/8, ext 1000 or 1201 or visit http://www.cf.mahidol.ac.th/.

Kids and environment

MBK Avenue, 1st floor

MBK Centre, Phaya Thai Road

Jan 13, noon-5pm

- The "Amazing Thai Children Know How to Preserve the Beautiful World" fair features a fashion show of outfits made of recycled materials, music by children, a magic show, a dog show and the final round of the "MBK Junior Exercise Fantasy Re-Use" contest. There are also activities to promote creativity, environmental conservation, knowledge on saving and healthy living, as well as fun games and lucky draws.

- Call 02-620-9000 ext 7435/7.

Good kids

B2S bookstore, Central Chidlom

Phloen Chit Road

Jan 13 at 1pm

- The "Kid Dee Kid's Day @ B2S" event features games, quizzes, a photo shooting with fairy-tale princesses, a parade of Bob the Builder mascots, painting and clay workshops. There are also similar activities at Central Lat Phrao, Bang Na and Pin Klao branches.

- Call 02-206-9300 ext 3622.

Heroes on show

- uture Park Rangsit, Phahon Yothin Road

Jan 13-21, daily 11am-8pm

- Future Park Rangsit is holding "The World of Heroes 2007" fair featuring a parade of 500 Ultraman juniors, a daily musical show of Hanuman Junior Vs Ultraman, painting and cake decorating workshops, as well as sales of collectibles from Ultraman, Mask Rider and Hamtaro.

- Call 02-958-0011 ext 1886.

FAIRS & SALES

Festive celebration

Jungceylon shopping complex

Patong, Phuket

Daily 11am-8pm, until Jan 15

- Jungceylon presents the "Special Seasonal Treat" promotion featuring festive fun for all the family.

- Call 02-663-7593 or 089-816-0910.

Silk crafts

Ambassador Bangkok Hotel

Sukhumvit Road

Jan 20, 10am-2pm

- The "ThaiCraft Fair: Creative Talent of a Kingdom" features a special display of silk clothes and accessories under the concept of "Fashioning a Silken Way of Life". This is also a chance to meet over 50 groups of village artisans for a full selection of quality handmade village crafts.

- Call 02-676-0636 ext 101.

FILMS

German movies

Thai-German Cultural Foundation

Sathon Tai Road

Every Wed at 7:30pm, until Feb 14

- The Thai-German Cultural Foundation is holding "The Third German Open Air Cinema" festival featuring German films with English subtitles every Wed. The screenings include Status Yo on Jan 17, Ghosts on Jan 24, The Ninth Day on Jan 31, Tough Enough on Feb 7 and The White Masai on Feb 14.

- Admission is free and snacks and drinks will be provided. For more details, visit http://www.goethe.de/bangkok.

AUDITIONS

New choir

Thonglor Tower, 9th floor

Thong Lo Soi 18, Sukhumvit Soi 55

Jan 12, 6-9pm

- The newly formed Bangkok Bravissimo Men's Choir, directed by Kim Jun Man, is recruiting members to prepare for upcoming concerts. Thais and expats aged 18 and above who can sing well are welcome. Rehearsals are on every Fri from 7-9pm beginning Jan 26.

- Call 02-381-7979 or 087-959-6966.

- ringe festival

Jan 14 at 1pm

- Bangkok Community Theatre invites men and women of all nationalities aged over 16 to audition for its Fringe Festival 2007, an evening of one-act plays/scenes, to be performed in English on March 15-16. Enthusiasm is more important than experience, and auditions will be relaxed and informal.

- To register, contact Lynsey Collis on lynsey - c@harrowschool.ac.th. For more information, visit http://www.bct-th.org.

GET-TOGETHER

Kids and parents

Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital

Srinakarin Road

Jan 20, 10am-3pm

- Parents and children aged 3-8 are invited to the "Samitivej Kids and School Fairs" featuring a variety of fun and informative activities such as the knowledge hunt game, shows from kindergarten schools, cartoon parades and a painting competition. There is a talk on how to raise a good and smart child, while parents will also receive advice on how to select the best schools. The event will be repeated at Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospital on Jan 21 from 9am-2pm.

- Free admission. Call 02-711-8181 or 02-378-9000.

CONFERENCE

Isan archives

Ubon Ratchathani Rajabhat University

Kanjanaphisek Art and Culture Centre

Jan 18, 8:30am-9pm

Jan 19, 8:30am-4pm

- The Archives Association of Thailand is holding a conference on "Learning Isan Through Archives" with Thawat Punnothok, Wirot Srisuro, Kannikar Tanprasert, Bancha Phongpanit, Charnvit Kasetsiri and Kamsing Srinok as speakers.

- The fee is 3,000 baht (2,000 baht for association members). Call 02-424-5768 or 089-476-0505.

LECTURES/TALKS

Khmer alphabet

Siam Society, Asoke Road

Jan 18 at 7:30pm

- The Siam Society is holding a lecture on "Khmer-based Orthographies and Bilingual Education Programmes for Ethnic Minorities in Cambodia". The speakers are Kenneth and Marilyn Gregerson, who worked with the Cambodian Royal Institute to develop bilingual education programmes for several ethnic minorities.

- The fee is 150 baht (free for members and students). Call 02-661-6470/7.

Siamese maps

Siam Society, Asoke Road

Jan 20 at 3pm

- The Siam Society is holding a lecture entitled "Royal Siamese Maps" by Santanee Phasuk, who has researched the collection of 17 large, hand-drawn maps found in the Grand Palace. The study concluded that the maps were produced at the beginning of the Rattanakosin period by royal scribes.

- The fee is 150 baht (free for members and students). Call 02-661-6470/7.

SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS

Personalised coffee

Starbucks CentralWorld

3rd floor, Zen Zone

Ratchadamri Road

Jan 12 at 4pm

- Starbucks is hosting "This is Me, This is My Drink" workshop which allows participants to create their favourite beverage in a way that reflects their personality. They will also discover the barista language and enjoy a celebrity talk show by MR Srikhamrung Yukol.

- Free admission. Seats are limited. Call 02-271-2455.

Market trends

TCDC auditorium, 6th floor

The Emporium, Sukhumvit Road

Jan 12, 3-6pm, Jan 13, 10am-6pm

- The Thailand Creative and Design Centre is holding a 2-day seminar on "Trends and European Markets" with guest speaker David Landart, Asia sales director of Carlin International, a trend forecasting agency.

- Tickets cost 1,200 baht. Call 02-664-8448.

Taiji demonstration

Chen Tai Chi School, 4th floor

Piyavan Tower, Phahon Yothin Road

Jan 13 at 10am

- Interested persons are invited to a demonstration of the original form of Taiji presented by 20th generation Chen-style master Liu Yong.

- Free admission. Spaces are limited. Call 086-014-4050 or 081-916-1337 (for Thai speakers).

Southeast Asian politics

Thammasat University

Tha Phra Chan campus

Jan 14, 12:30-5pm

- The Social Sciences and Humanities Textbooks Foundation is holding a seminar entitled "Military and Politics in Southeast Asia: Thailand, Burma, Indonesia and the Philippines" by a panel of academics. The opening speech will be delivered by Burma specialist Prof Robert H. Taylor. The seminar is in Thai. The venue is Room 201 of the Faculty of Liberal Arts.

- Free admission. Call 02-424-5768 or visit http://www.textbooksproject.com.

Exercise workshop

ChiroFit Medical Fitness Centre

Home Place Bldg, Thong Lo Soi 13

Jan 14, 1:30-3pm

- The ChiroFit Medical Fitness Centre is holding a gyrokinesis exercise workshop led by Victoria Limadibrata. Participants will learn an exercise based on the principles of Kundalini yoga, swimming and dance.

- The fee is 1,000 baht. Spaces are limited. Call 02-712-7383/6.

Mekong printmaking

Chiang Mai University

Nimmanhemin Road

Jan 20-30

- Chiang Mai University's Faculty of Fine Arts is holding "The Mekong Printmaking Workshop 2007" on all aspects of printmaking. The workshop is open to all creative individuals, groups and organisations based in the Mekong region.

- Seats are limited. Call 02-225-3617 or email chattiya@mekongart.org.

Bangkok real estate

Siam Intercontinental Hotel

Phloen Chit Road

Jan 23, 11:30am-4pm

- The Agency for Real Estate Affairs is holding an English language seminar entitled "2007 Bangkok Housing Market Outlook". Topics include the latest market situation, case studies on changes in house prices and city planning updates.

- The fee is 10,000 baht. Call 02-295-3905, email area@area.co.th or visit http://www.trebs.ac.th/English/SUMMARY/seminar - Point50.php.

COURSES

Languages

- Rajabhat University Suan Dusit is offering several short language courses in English, Chinese, Japanese and French. Classes will run on every Sun, starting Jan 21.

- The application deadline is Jan 14. Call 02-244-5260/2.

Portuguese

- The Portuguese Cultural Centre is holding 2 Portuguese courses for interested persons. The Basic I course runs on every Tue and Wed from 5-9pm from Jan 16-March 21, while the Basic II course runs on every Tue from 7-9pm and Thur from 5-7pm from Jan 16-March 22. The centre is at the embassy on New Road.

- The fee is 3,300 baht (2,300 baht for students). Seats are limited to 12 persons per class. Call 02-234-7435/6 ext 113.

Bangkok Post
Friday January 12, 2007