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Perform a ceremony

Ceremony begins

The Amrapali: A Buddhist Musical

The Stearer Suthamma Theerasathan Foundation, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, and AMC World Co., Ltd., presents a Theravada Buddhist musical based on the life of Amrapali, a renowned courtesan who became a disciple of the Buddha.

Ann Mitchai, director and actress

Chaiya Mitchai

The objectives of this event are to:

• Celebrate the reign of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun, the 10th King of the Chakri Dynasty.
• Preserve and promote the art of Likay, a traditional Thai performing art, as a national treasure for future generations.

The ceremony was held on February 21, 2018 at the Sathien Thammatham Temple. The cast and crew participated in the ceremony, including Chaiyanit Mitrchai, Anne Mitrchai, Mitr Mitrchai, Naphasorn Mitrem, Suphakorn Kiatsopaporn, Phongthat Rattanaseenee, Niranuch Patmasut, Uncle Yong, Uncle Puang, and Der Dorakasadet.

T-ock Shupphakorn

Tak Napasorn

An Mitrchai, director and actor, revealed that "Due to the popularity and positive reception of the historical Likay performance, Achatasatru, in June 2017, many fans have requested another performance. This year, the Department of Cultural Promotion, Ministry of Culture, continues to support the Likay Dharma History 2: The Musical, The Story of Amrapali. This performance seamlessly blends Likay with a musical theater, featuring symphonic music combined with Thai musical instruments."

Aunt Puang

Uncle Yong and Derm Dok Sadao

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This passage tells the story of Amrapali, a renowned courtesan of Vaishali, the capital of the Vajji Republic. The narrative explores her life, love, and profession, highlighting the contrasting perceptions of her status across different eras. While once revered and respected, her occupation later became subject to scorn. The story emphasizes that regardless of one's profession, embracing the path of righteousness can lead to liberation.

During the ceremony

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The highlight of this event is the participation of actors from the Buddhist epic series "The Great Buddha" ("Phra Buddha Chao Maha Buddha"). Thai audiences are familiar with Himanshu Soni, who played the role of Prince Siddhartha and the Buddha. Abhiram Nain, who played the role of Ajàtasattu, another prominent actor, will also be joining the cast.

Sprinkle rice and flowers

The performance is scheduled for April 24th and 25th, 2018, with free admission for students and the general public. A charity performance will be held from April 26th to 29th, 2018, with proceeds donated to the Sathienthammasathan Foundation for the construction of a Mindfulness Hospital (Dharmasram), a community of mindfulness with innovative support from birth to death. The aim is to enable everyone to "live meaningfully and die with dignity." This performance is an excellent way to promote Buddhist teachings and provide thought-provoking insights for the audience.

Interview

The musical "Amrapali" will have an official press conference on March 14, 2018 at the Small Auditorium of the Thailand Cultural Center. Follow all the updates on the Facebook page of Likay Thammarat. Reservations can be made today at 062-790-8880.