Royal Khon troupe brings Ramakien to the Mekong in Nongkhai

2026-03-23 - 05:00

NONG KHAI — On 22 March, the Phaya Naga Cultural Plaza in front of Lamduan Temple along the Mekong River became the stage for a royal Khon performance of the Ramakien, featuring the “Hanuman Chanchamkaeng” set. The event was presided over by Deputy Minister of Interior Songsak Thongsri. Among the attendees were Khunying Chanthanee Thanarak, Assistant to the King’s Private Secretary, Pinit Jarusombat, Vice President of the International Confucian Federation and Chair of the Thai-Chinese Cultural Council, and Saransak Srikruanetr, Governor of Nong Khai. Hundreds of local residents and tourists gathered to watch the special performance. The troupe from Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre performed the royal Khon with the King’s gracious permission. Nong Khai marks the eighth province nationwide to host this performance, continuing the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s and Queen Sirikit’s vision to preserve Thailand’s high classical performing arts. The event aims to instil appreciation for Thai culture among students, government officials, local communities, and visitors, while also promoting tourism in the province.