Bangkok not only boasts discos and bars, the city has a healthy cultural scene and it is reflected through the wide range of performing arts and entertainment from traditional dances such as �Khon� and �Likay� which

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offer insight into ancient Thai culture and history to the world-famous lady-boy shows.

Patravadi Theatre, established in 1992 by Patravadi Mejudhon, is a leading performing arts venue in Thailand; it has been home to many important cultural events, the theatre is famous for its experimental and contemporary shows. Exhibitions of Thai classical dancing and music are periodically staged at the Thailand's National Theatre on Na Phra That Road next to the National Museum. Chalerm Krung Royal Theatre hosts traditional and modern Thai drama and comedy performances. Another performing arts venue is the Thailand Cultural Center on Ratchadapisek.

Many restaurants and hotels also offer interesting cultural shows of Thai traditional arts.

Patravadi Theatre
Address: 69/1 Soi Wat Rakang Arun Amarin Road, Siriraj Bangkok 10700
Telephone: +66 (0) 2412 7287

Thai National Theatre
Address: Rachinee Road (Prapinklao Bridge), Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200
Telephone: +66 (0) 2224 1342

Chalerm Krung Royal Theatre
Address: Charoen Krung Road (New Road) near the Old Siam Plaza, Bangkok, Thailand
Telephone: +66 (0) 2222 0434, +66 (0) 2225 8757-8

Thailand Cultural Center
Address: Ratchadapisek Road, close to the junction with Tiam Ruammitr Road, Huay Khwang district
Telephone: +66 (0) 2247 0028