Best traditional performing arts in South-east Asia - SilverKris
"I can enjoy Bangkok’s best Khon performances, backed by dramatic multimedia sets, at the highly regarded Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre; the shows present the masked-dance drama of the Ramakien with singing, dancing, acting and acrobatics accompanied by a live orchestra." - SilverKris
I watched Khon performance for the first time and I was really impressed.
The staff were very kind, welcoming, and always smiling.
The performers were so dedicated and truly professional.
The ticket price was very reasonable.
🚗 Parking is available at The Old Siam.
🎭 There are 3 showtimes: 1PM, 2:30PM, and 4PM.
I really recommend everyone to come and experience it!
UEM
Google
The performance at the Kong Theatre is truly beautiful, offering authentic Thai art and mythology brought to life. The show features live music and acting, with clear explanations and translations that make the intricate storyline easy to follow.
There is free transportation from the exit of the Grand Palace to the theatre's entrance. The best part? The show is included with your palace admission ticket, making it a perfect and captivating conclusion to your royal visit.
Nicolas
Google
Historic theatre with beautiful architecture and traditional Thai performances. The Khon dance show is impressive and well presented, offering great insight into Thai culture. The staff are welcoming, and the venue is well maintained. A worthwhile cultural experience in the heart of Bangkok.
Christoph B.
Google
The theater has air conditioning the show was nice and not too long. Quite good to get a short view of theatre in other cultures. And last but not least it was for free including transfer from the grand palace (actually not free but included to the ticket of the grand palace)
Aldrin M.
Google
Went for the free masked show which you get from the tickets of the grand palace. The show was decent. Worth a visit if you’re in the area. Its a nice cultural experience and the theatre is very nice. The show is a short 20-25 minutes show which is free.
Vijay N.
Google
This is one of the great initiatives of Thailand tourism. If you purchase a Royal palce ticket, you get this show complimentary. This is a hardly 15 mins show that depicts Ramayana... but the good part is this also shows Hanuman's past or previous years before meeting Rama.
The way they have presented this all is visually very stunning, and music is top notch...composed by live artists.
I recommend everyone who visits bangkok, they should visit and see this play/act.
Chanapat L.
Google
I recommend you to arrive there quick because the seat can get full very quick, it’s was very nice. If you are foreigner you better sit in the middle area they have subtitles for you but if you sit in the front you can see the details from them. I just know they have shuttle bus from wat arun too!
Muhammad U.
Google
I didn't know its ticket was included in the grand palace ticket. Awesome show and highly educational about thai culture and history. Beat time is around 2pm . Show will start at 2:30 pm.