Khon ‘Ramavatar’ to headline National Theatre’s 2027 season after major revamp

Bangkok, Thailand — The Fine Arts Department of Thailand will reopen its National Theatre with a performance of Khon “Ramavatar” as part of its 2027 annual performing arts programme, announced on 23 September by Phanombut Chandrachoti, the department's director-general. The National Theatre, built in 1965, has been a major venue for traditional Thai dance, music and performing arts for over six decades.

In 2022, the theatre underwent a major renovation with upgraded sound, lighting and stage systems, allowing it to meet international standards and accommodate a wider range of performances.

The 2027 annual programme will feature performances connected to the theatre's history, including "Thep Prathan Phon Mongkol" and Khon based on the Ramakien, titled "Ramavatar." The Ramavatar performance will be directed by National Artist Pakorn Pornpisut and performed by artists from the Fine Arts Department's Office of Performing Arts.

It will be staged four times at the National Theatre on 11, 17 and 25 October and 1 November 2027. Tickets will be available for purchase starting 09:30 on 28 September, with 300 seats per performance available at the National Theatre counter and an additional 700 seats online through the Fine Arts Department's website. The tickets will be priced at 400, 300, 200, 150 and 100 baht.