The Bangkok Classical Concert Calendar
The information in this calendar is
provided as a public service. Information comes directly from the organizers of the
concerts themselves. While every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of the
information, concert schedules in Bangkok do change, sometimes at very short notice.
Please check with the concert organizer for details.
This calendar is divided into several categories, including
one for non-musical events, which we added in response to recent requests:
You may scroll through them all or click one of the above links to go directly to
that group.
BANGKOK OPERA
Saturday, May 24th, 2008 8:00 PM
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Opera Without Divas - Orpheus Choir and Siam Philharmonic
Church of Christ in Thailand Auditorium
Rachatevee BTS, near Asia Hotel
026633236
http://www.bangkokopera.com
Price: 500 baht (200 student)
The Orpheus Choir and Siam Philharmonic perform favorite opera choruses and intermezzi from Carmen, Madama Butterfly, Cavalleria Rusticana, The Tales of Hoffmann, Tannhauser, and the exciting Polovtsian Dances from 'Prince Igor' (otherwise known as "Stranger in Paradise") conducted by Somtow Sucharitkul
reservations: navy_horn@hotmail.com
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Sunday, June 1st, 2008 3:00 PM
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Clash of the Titans - Salieri vs Mozart
Sheraton Arts Theatre
Sukhumvit Road
Bangkok
026633236
http://www.bangkokopera.com
Price: 1000 (plus discount on brunch)
Bangkok Opera presents TWO FULLY STAGED OPERAS WITH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "Prima la Musica" by Antonio Salieri and "The Impresario" by W.A. Mozart
The year is 1786 and the Emperor Franz Joseph II has just challenged the most famous composer in the empire - ANTONIO SALIERI - to an operatic duel with a snotty little upstart named WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART.
Two complete short operas are to be performed at court - and the audience is going to vote! The two composers have both produced the most ingenious comic masterpieces. In 1786, the applause-o-meter put Salieri over the top. Who will win in 2008?
In a very special exclusive run at the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit's Arts Theatre, the Bangkok Opera presents an award-winning international star cast, brilliant young conductor Trisdee na Patalung (called "a genius" by London's Opera magazine) and the award-winning Siam Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance that replicates the conditions of the original performance.
Both operas are set in the scheming, backstabbing world of 18th century theatre, with duelling divas, grasping impresarios, crazy composers and mad conductors. You laugh as well as thrill to the stratospheric coloratura and vocal pyrotechnics.
reservations: (02) 663-3236, navy_horn@hotmail.com, or www.thaiticketmajor.com
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Sunday, June 1st, 2008 8:30 PM
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Clash of the Titans - Salieri vs Mozart GALA
Sheraton Arts Theatre
Sukhumvit Road
http://www.bangkokopera.com
Price: 5000
This fundraiser gala features a lavish dinner, wine, the complete Salieri vs Mozart program, an opportunity to meet the stars, a celebrity auction and much more.
(cocktails from 7 pm)
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Monday, June 2nd, 2008 8:00 PM
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Clash of the Titans - Salieri vs Mozart
Sheraton Arts Theatre
Sukhumvit Road
http://www.bangkokopera.com
Price: 1000 (dinner discounts)
The final performance of this fabulous double bill.
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Other Opera
Friday, July 4th, 2008 8:00 PM
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Il Campanello (An Opera by Donizetti)
Thailand Cultural Center
Small Hall
Price: 1000, 700, 500 Baht
Presented by
NUNi Productions & The Bangkok Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Gaetano Donizetti
Libretto: Gaetano Donizetti
Conductor: Yoko Takahashi
Director: Pattarasuda Anuman Rajadhon
Costume and Set Designer: Nattaporn Thapparat
Lighting Designer: Supatra Kruekrongsuk
The story takes place in Naples. Don Annibale Pistacchio, an old apothecary, has just married the young Serafina. Enrico, former lover of Serafina, relentlessly interrupts the wedding night by donning several disguises and calling at Don Annibale's drugstore, constantly ringing the night bell and asking the unfortunate groom for a preposterous list of prescriptions.
Tickets go on sale 31 May 2008. For more information contact NUNi Productions at 086-900-0445, email info@nuniproductions.com or go to www.nuniproductions.com.
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SYMPHONY CONCERTS
Friday, May 16th, 2008 7:00 PM
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Beethoven Meets Liszt
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gudni A Emilsson features pianist Michel Bourdoncle.
The concert will also be presented on 17 May at 4 PM.
Program:
Thai Traditional Music
Rossini: Overture "Wilhelm Tell"
Liszt: Piano Concerto No 2 in A major
Beethoven: Symphony No 1
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th.
or the Goethe Institute (www.goethe.bangkok.de) 02-287-0942-4 ext 22. Tickets also available at the door.
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Friday, May 23rd, 2008 7:00 PM
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French Horn Master with "Thailandphil"
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Darius Mikulski features Szabolecs Zempleni, Horn.
The concert will also be presented on 24 May at 4 PM.
Program:
Thai Traditional Music
Mozart: Overture "Cosi fan tutte"
Strauss: Horn Concerto No 2 in E flat major
Lutoslavski: Concerto for Orchestra
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th.
or the Goethe Institute (www.goethe.bangkok.de) 02-287-0942-4 ext 22. Tickets also available at the door.
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Friday, June 13th, 2008 7:00 PM
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Romantic and Classic Masters
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gudni A Emilsson features cellist Tomas Strasil.
The concert will also be presented on 14 June at 4 PM.
Program:
Thai Traditional Music
Beethoven: Overture, "Leonore" No 3 Op 72
Tchaikovsky: Rococ Variations in A Major Op 33
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th.
or the Goethe Institute (www.goethe.bangkok.de) 02-287-0942-4 ext 22. Tickets also available at the door.
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Friday, June 27th, 2008 7:00 PM
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The Story of the Long-Gone Animals
Music Auditorium, College of Music, Mahidol University Salaya
25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4
Nakhonpathom
Price: 500, 300, 100 Students
The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Claude Villaret presents A Musical Fantasy Concert for Children composed by Krisda Reyes and directed by Napisi Reyes.
The concert will also be presented on 28 June at 4 PM.
For information or tickets contact Mahidol University College of Music 02-800-2525 ext 154 or 155 or visit www.music.mahidol.ac.th.
or the Goethe Institute (www.goethe.bangkok.de) 02-287-0942-4 ext 22. Tickets also available at the door.
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CHAMBER MUSIC
Friday, May 9th, 2008 7:30 PM
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Korphai: Soup Nor Mai Crisis Concert
Prof. Sangvian Indaravijaya Auditorium
3rd Floor, The Stock Exchange of Thailand Building, Ratchadapisek Rd
MRT Exit 2: Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre
Price: 200 Baht
Settrade and Luang Praditphairoh (Sorn Silpabanleng) Foundation present
Korphai, a Thai Classical and Contemporary Music Band with a diversity of musical productions including dedicated CD albums, internationally live concerts, background music for TV programs, and well-known movie soundtracks such as "The Overture", "Suriyothai", and "Perng Mang the Haunted Drum".
Program highlights: ground-breaking Ponglang xylophone from Northeast, Bamboo sounds from all over Southeast Asia, songs to celebrate 100th year anniversary of distinguished female composer, Kru Banleng Sagarik, and 100th year of the greatest historical-romance novel writer, "Jacob" Chot Phrae-phan.
For Reservation call 02-279-1509, 02-619-7304. For more details go to www.settrade.com/event.
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Sunday, May 25th, 2008 6:00 PM
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Guitar Recital by Pongpat Pongpradit
Bangkok Guitar Society
264/6 Soi Phidi Banomyong, Sukhumvit Soi 71
Price: 200, 150 BGS Members
Check www.bangkokguitar.com for details.
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Friday, June 13th, 2008 7:30 PM
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Chamber Music/Eon Trio
Prof. Sangvian Indaravijaya Auditorium
3rd Floor, The Stock Exchange of Thailand Building, Ratchadapisek Rd
MRT Exit 2: Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre
Price: 350, 200 Students
The SET proudly presents the Eon Trio founded by cellist Ekachai Muskulrat in its second concert in Bangkok.
Program:
Gaspar Cassado - Piano Trio in C major (Spanish)
Frank Martin - Piano Trio on Popular Irish Folk Tune
Mendelssohn - Piano Trio No.2 in C minor
For Reservation call 02-279-1509, 02-619-7304. For more details go to www.settrade.com/event.
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CHORAL AND VOCAL
Saturday, May 10th, 2008 7:30 PM
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The Night of Stars
Prof. Sangvian Indaravijaya Auditorium
3rd Floor, The Stock Exchange of Thailand Building, Ratchadapisek Rd
MRT Exit 2: Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre
Price: Free
The Chulada Choir of the Chulalongkorn University Demonstration School proudly presents a choral concert on the occasion of its 50th anniversary year.
The Chulada Choir was formed in 2004, and has performed in many events:
the occasion of the King's 60th year of coronation at Impact Arena, Mueang Thong Thanee; Thai and International Music Festival Concert II; the Christmas festival at Siam Paragon in 2006 and 2007; the graduation ceremonies of 12th year students of Chulalongkorn University Demonstration School since 2004; the 9th student's art exhibition; Chulalongkorn University Demonstration School's 7th variety show; Satit Vichakarn 2007.
They have also received awards from many competitions: First runner up from the "Rom-La ong boon" song competition; Second runner up from the Siam Paragon Christmas Carol Contest 2006; The Winner Prize (Princess Mahachakri Sirindhorn's Trophy) from the Siam Paragon Christmas Carol Contest 2007.
The songs to be performed in this concert will be a cappella songs about the school, religious songs, and other songs from different parts of the world.
For reservations, please contact 02-218-2322 or 02-218-2358.
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Sunday, May 11th, 2008 5:00 PM
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Anticipation: art in creation
Thailand Cultural Center
Small Hall
Price: See Below
Artist Society presents a unique happening of classical music with contemporary live painting. Featured are: Sophie Tanapura, Soprano; Elvira Galioullina, Pianist; Russell Fadavi, Painter.
For more information re ticket prices or purchases please contact Artist Society 087-717-8479 or email artistsociety@gmail.com.
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Saturday, June 7th, 2008 8:00 PM
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Samson, an oratorio by GF Handel
Khunying Sumanee Memorial Hall
Shrewsbury International School
1922 Charoen Krung Rd.
Price: 700, 600 BMS Mmbrs, 300 Stdnts
The BMS is extremely grateful for the support of its Corporate Sponsors: Decor Mart Design Center, PTTEP, Bangkok Patana School,
Shrewsbury International School and New International School of Thailand.
The BMS is also grateful that it will be joined by the Orpheus Choir of Bangkok Opera for this performance.
A SPECIAL INVITATION: SUPPORT A MUSICIAN!
The Bangkok Music Society presents the grand and dramatic oratorio Samson by George Frideric Handel with full Baroque orchestra at Shrewsbury International School´s Khunying Sumanee Auditorium, a prime riverside location near the BTS. Composed directly after Messiah, Samson is a tragedy of Biblical proportions with standout roles for the soloists, wonderfully effective parts for the chorus, and brilliant scoring for the orchestra. In its day, Samson was one of Handel's most popular works.
Samson, the Old Testament hero of Israel, was renowned for exploits of strength against the Philistines, the enemies of his people. His long hair was a symbol of his vows to God, and because of this covenant Samson was strong. His demise was accomplished through his love for the Philistine woman Delilah. By having his hair cut off she forced him to break his vow and thus destroyed his might. Captured and blinded, he gradually regained his strength as his hair grew long again. Chained in the temple of the Philistines during a celebration, he pulled down the edifice with his bare hands, destroying himself along with his enemies. The libretto for the oratorio was prepared by Newburgh Hamilton, based on Milton´s Simon Agonistes, a celebrated English poem on the blinded Samson.
You are invited to become an important part of this performance by supporting one of the 18 instrumentalists and 6 soloists. As you are undoubtedly aware, the sale of tickets cannot cover the expenses involved in a production of this scale. Each musician receives a fee of 6500 Baht for their participation. We would like to encourage you to become a member of the BMS Aficionado Circle by donating the 6500 Baht needed for one or more musicians, thereby assisting in the ongoing development of the cultural activities of our community. Donor names will be listed in the program and each donor will be entitled to two complimentary tickets for the performance and complimentary wine throughout the evening. In addition, a drawing will be held to award complimentary meal and accommodation vouchers to members of the Aficionado Circle Supporters only.
We hope you will take advantage of this special opportunity to be a patron of the arts by joining the BMS Aficionado Circle. Contact Serena Tan-Storah at 081-828-4904, serena@loxinfo.co.th or Jack Gittings at 086-051-5225, jackajon@hotmail.com.
Tickets may be reserved through the above contacts or online at www.bangkokmusicsociety.org.
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Saturday, July 5th, 2008 10:00 AM
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Voice Masterclass with Victoria Rapanan from Manila
AMA Studio Thonglor
10th Fl, Panjit Tower, Sukhumvit Soi 55
Between Soi Thonglor 5 and 7
Price: See Below
Singers, you can finally overcome your vocal obstacles and realize your maximum potential. Victoria Rapanan, seasoned performer, international voice teacher and experienced vocal technician, can teach you the principles of the Old Italian School combined with the Swedish influence that produced such legendary singers as Birgit Nilsson, Jussi Bjoerling and Kirsten Flagstad.
Ms. Rapanan has taught voice for 18 years, and trained and apprenticed under the renowned Maestro David Jones, International Vocal Pedagogue. She is an excellent diagnostician and "vocal detective" who can help you develop your true voice, eliminating muscular tension while developing a beautiful balance of ring and color, brilliance and depth.
Ms. Rapanan gave a succesfull masterclass and private lesson in Manila last year where a lot of singers and choir conductors discovered their potential not only in singing but in teaching voice as well. This a good chance for all of us to take the opportunity to learn new and healthy techniques in singing. The masterclass is limited to 8 singers only. But don't worry if you don't get a slot to perform. Ms. Rapanan is very kind to give and share those healthy vocal techniques with the observers. All the participants and observers will be able to join the group vocal techniques.
Where: AMA studio ( tentative )
When: July 5, 2008. 10 am - 12 pm and 1 - 4 pm
Fee: Participants 1200 baht
Observer 500 baht for each session
Deadline for application: May 24, 2008
Deadline for payment: May 30, 2008
Private lesson: 1,000 baht (1 hour)
Contact: eugene98ph@yahoo.com or victoriarapanan@healthyvocaltechnique.com
There will be a discount for those who would like to observe 2 sessions at just 700 baht.
If you would like to reserve a slot just send an email with your full name and phone number and the title of your song from an opera, oratorio, German lied, French melodies or Broadway musical.
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STAGE & ART
Saturday, May 10th, 2008 11:00 AM
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Viewpoints Improvisation
The Core Family Wellness Centre
31/1 Sukhumvit Soi 53
Price: See Below
Over a period of two days, Australian actress, Anna Voronoff, will guide workshop participants through a physical theatre style of improvisation called Viewpoints. Participants will explore a wide variety of creative movement techniques to awaken awareness of their bodies and the way they move in space, and to build physical-response among the participants. The process begins with simple movement, and progresses through the use of physical impulses to create moments of theatre, and finally culminates in the addition of voice. Viewpoints has ignited the imaginations of actors, directors, choreographers, designers and writers since its introduction 20 years ago. It is a deep, exhilarating exploration of one´s creative self.
Anna Voronoff was trained in improvisation in Australia and has been working in devising theatre through improvisation for 20 years. Anna has worked with numerous ensembles in Melbourne and Canberra and has toured many of the shows created to festivals within Australia and abroad. At present she is working with Caravan Theatre in Bangkok to create an adult cabaret/sketch comedy show about life as an expat in Thailand.
Teens Workshop:
Dates: Sat., May 10 and Sun., May 11 from 11:00-5:00 each day.
Cost: 3,200 (3,000 for Caravan members or early bird registration, ending April 1)
To register for any of the workshops, or to find out more information about them, please email caravantheatrethailand@yahoo.com
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Sunday, May 18th, 2008 7:30 PM
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[The Orpheus Schemat]
Makamphon Theatre
Price: 200, 150 Students
[The Orpheus Schemata]
A Liminal Theatre Production
Devised and Directed by meLê yamomo and Bua Rajadhon
CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING PERFORMANCES
May 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18, 2008 – 7.30 PM
May 10, 11, 17 and 18, 2008 – 2.00PM
Makamphom Theatre (Saphan Kwai BTS Station)
Inspired by the Greek myth "Orfeo ed Euridice" and Gluck's opera on the same story, [The Orpheus Schemata] looks into the proverbial tale of going through hell to find a lost lover, only to lose her/him again. In this seemingly simplistic myth is the paradoxical uncovering of the core issue on the question of "What is love?" More than just a tragedy of finding and losing love, it is a parable of what one will do, and how far one would go for love. For ultimately, what makes love is the sacrifices we do for it – even if it is that love that will kill itself in the end.
It is this Orphic leitmotif, the schemata of the myth, that weaves the tales of different lovers in Thailand, and the hells they go through to seek love and to lose it again. [The Orpheus Schemata] probes into the lovers' hells of contemporary Thailand: The Burmese border wreaking havoc to lovers separated by the borderline; the sleazy red light district and the stigma of Farang-Asian relationships; the pain and devastation caused by the Indian Ocean tsunami; and the destructive gap that separates the old traditions of the old Thai generation (in beliefs in witch doctors, love potions and the caste system) and the postmodern ways through which the new generation finds love.
Inquiries: 0869-900-0445 | info@nuniproductions.com | www.nuniproductions.com
Getting to Makamphom Theatre: http://www.makhampom.net/studio/contact.htm
Produced by NUNI (Never Underestimate New Ideas) Productions in cooperation with the Makamphom Theatre Foundation
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Tuesday, May 27th, 2008 7:30 PM
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Tang0 o - The Four Seasons
Aksra Theater
Price: 1000 Baht
Aksra Theater and Friends of the Arts Foundation in cooperation with the Embassy of Argentina present Fernando Ghi and Guillermo Merlo from Buenos Aires.
Performances are on 25 and 27 May.
Tickets are 1000 Baht or 1500 Baht with entrance to a Tango Party plus one drink. For more information contact Friends of the Arts Foundation at 02-258-9227, marketing @friends-of-the-Arts.info or go to www.friends-of-th-Arts.info. Tickets available at Thai Ticket Major, 02-262-3456 or www.thaiticketmajor.com or at the Dance Centre, CentralWorld, 6th Fl Zone C, 02-613-1670, www.dance-centre.com.
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Wednesday, May 28th, 2008 7:30 PM
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Rumours, a hilarious comedy by Neil Simon
British Club
Soi 18 Silom Rd
Price: 1000 Baht
Bangkok Cmomunity Theatre (BCT) is proud to present Neil Simon's hilarious comedy "Rumours" as Dinner Theatre at the British Club for six nights: Thursday, May 22nd; Friday, May 23rd; Saturday, May 24th and then Monday, May 26th; Tuesday, May 27th and Wednesday, May 28th, 2008.
"Rumours" takes place at the home of Charley and Vivian Brock on the occasion of their 20th wedding anniversay. However, as the first guests (Chris and ken Gorman) arrive at the house, they hear a gun shot. They find Charley, a city politicain, upstairs bleeding from a head wound, Vivian and the servants missing, and a kitchen full of half-thawed food. The other party guests begin to arrive and to protect Charely's reputation from scandal, the Gormans do everything they can to keep the truth from leaing out until they can figure out exactly what has happened. The madcap scheming and cover-ups escalate until they eventually explode with great hilarity when the police arrive towards the end of the play. To find out more, you'll just have to come see the show.
This dinner-theatre production is open to the general public, and tickets (B1,000 each including a 3-course buffet dinner) go on sale May 1st tjrough the BCT Hotline at 087-598-1915. British Club members may also sign for tickets at the club.
Please note that "Rumours" tickets may only be purchased in advance; they are not available at the door. Pre-dinner cocktails are served on the lawn at 7:00pm (cash bar); dinner commences at 7:30pm. Please note that tables are for 10. if there are less than 10 in a party, tables may be shared.
For more information please visit the BCT website at:www.bct-th.org, email rumours@sala.net or call: 089-006-5259.
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Thursday, June 5th, 2008 7:00 PM
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Xpat Blue
Novotel Lotus
Sukhumvit Soi 33
Price: 1200 Baht with Buffet
Performances occur on 28-31 May and 4-5 June.
Caravan Theatre announces their latest, original production, Xpat Blue, collectively written, acted and directed by the cast members and bringing together elements of both cabaret and satire, fusing them into one hilarious and thought-provoking piece of theatrical entertainment for adults.
Xpat Blue explores the joys and challenges of everyday life as faced by expats striving to make a home in a culture not their own and bringing their own particular brand of insanity to the equation of Thailand + Farang = ?
Comic scenes, song and dance, mime, poetry and dramatic monologue are woven into the hour-long show, with humorous and, at times, poignant results.
With its sights squarely aimed at the expatriate community and our privileged and, at times, challenging position in this land of contrasts, Xpat Blue, guarantees to be a memorable, funny, and ever so slightly raunchy night out!
It´s Bangkok: exposed and laid bare. Don´t miss this chance to get up close and personal with the characters that populate this fascinating city!
So come and join 7 actors, musicians and the Blue Angel in exploring the "secret sois" of the City of Angels.
Due to the mature nature of the production, the performance is not recommended for those under the age of sixteen.
Tickets for this dinner theatre performance will be available beginning April 28th by calling 089 689 3789.
Tickets are priced at Baht 1,200 and include Buffet Dinner consisting of Thai and International Delights at Novotel Lotus´ Coco´s Restaurant on the 9th floor. A cash bar will also be available.
Buffet dinner begins at 7pm and show time is 8.30pm at the Lotus Ballroom.
For more information, please call 089 689 3789 or email caravantheatrethailand@yahoo.com
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Friday, June 13th, 2008 7:30 PM
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A Murder Mystery Game "Murder in the Library"
Neilson Hayes Library
195 Surawong Rd
02-233-1731
Price: See Below
Presented by The St David's Society, The Neilson Hays Library and The British Club
Come join us for a murder mystery evening of great fun and a magnificent 4-course dinner. 1000 Baht for members of the NHL, St David's and British Club, 1300 for non-members.
To book your place contact the Library at 02-233-1731. For more information go to www.stdavidsinbangkok.com.
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If you have organized
a classical music event and would like it listed in this calendar, please email
all pertinent information to JACK GITTINGS
(jackajon@hotmail.com).
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