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National Theater
2 Rachini Road, Bangkok, 10200, Thailand
+66 2 221 1342
#73 of 182 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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This sophisticated venue stages classical Thai dramas and other types of international arts. Performers elaborately enact, with the aid of dramatic lighting and costume, musical and dance numbers derived from the courts and villages of Thailand's four regions. The building contains a main auditorium, a small theater, a workshop and the Sankhitasala, which is used for open-air musical performances. Special exhibition shows of classical Thai dance and music are also held regularly. Call for details.

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Bus Number: 3, 9, 59, 64, 65, 70, 201

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