BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this Jan 15-18
Indie gig organizer Popscene's final hurrah headlines a bumper weekend in Bangkok.
Thursday (Jan 15)
Rear Windows - RSU Pho 26
Cho Why presents another Rear Windows event this Thursday at 7:30pm, this time featuring the screening of documentary photography essays by 3rd year students from Rangsit University Faculty of Art and Design. B50 for entry.
Jan 15
Borgeous @ Levels
Start the weekend early as the American DJ/producer, best known for his UK #1 hit "Tsunami" (check out the track above), visits Levels this Thursday to play popular club remixes.
Jan 15
Pre-Party "Lost in Paradise Festival" - One Night in Bangkok
Lost Project brings back its psychedelic music festival for the second time this weekend in Pattaya. Head over to Dickinson's Culture Cafe this Thursday to pre-game, with cheap drink deals and the line-up of Scotty, Lars Lee, Goa Gummy and Mushtribe. This is also your last chance to grab a last-minute ticket to the festival. While you're in the area, check out our complete guide to Phra Athit Road.
Jan 15
Friday (Jan 16)
Meet the Map Maker at New Bangkok Map Launch!
Fans of Nancy Chandler's Map of Bangkok should head over to Cafe Tartine this Friday for to grab a copy of the new 27th edition of the map, signed by the author herself, with a complementary glass of wine for those that get there early.
Jan 16
Stand-up Comedy open mic
The first open mic comedy show of the year, with special guest comedians Aidan Killian and Daniel McGrath. B250 tickets in advance, with one free drink. Aspiring comedians can just turn up from 8pm onwards for a 3 minute slot, or just email [email protected].
Jan 16
A Part of You, A Part of Me 2
Bangkok’s independent music and contemporary art communities come together on Jan 16 for the collaborative exhibition A Part of You, A Part of Me 2. Taking place over at The Jam Factory, the event features artwork by multiple award-winning local artists like Teerawat Mulvilai and Lek Kiatsirikajorn, with live performances by homegrown talents including Stylish Nonsense, Little Fox and Free Typewriter.
Jan 16
Ms. Match Solo Exhibition
Soy Sauce Factory starts the year with another great art exhibition. Opening on Jan 16 is Ms. Match, the first solo exhibition by Thai photographer Soopakorn Srisakul, whose work reflects the daily life of his transgender girlfriend. The exhibition aims to show the audience that, though stigmatized and mistreated, transgenders are just like any of us.
Through Feb 7
Afternoon of a Faun
Here's some classical music this weekend. The Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra performs Debussy's L´aprés-midi d´un faune, Copland's Appalachian Spring and selected pieces by Narong Prangcharoen. Conducted by Jeffery Meyer. Pre-concert talk starts 45 minutes before the show. B100 for students. Reservations at 02-800-2525-34 ext. 153-154.
Jan 16 (7pm), Jan 17 (4pm)
Gerry Hemingway Sarah Weaver Katsura Yamauchi Live at Zoo
If you’re looking for something a bit different, you can head over to experimental performance venue Zoo this Friday at 8pm for a creative multimedia evening, with drum set pieces by jazz percussionist Gerry Hemingway, composed by American artist Sarah Weaver, and a minimalist saxophone improv set by Japanese artist Katsura Yamauchi.And if you have some time in the area, check out our guide to Ratchadamnoen Road this weekend.
Jan 16
Friday Night Splash Party
Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn brings back its popular party by the pool, with fun games and prizes up for grabs. B250 entry gets you a free drink. Ladies, head over early for an hour of free-flow margaritas between 7pm-8pm.
Jan 16
Mix Master Mike
Mix Master Mike, the official Beastie Boys DJ and former DMC World Champion, will be showing off his scratch-heavy blend of hiphop in Ku De Ta's nightclub.
Jan 16
Unda: EP 747 Release Party
For a Grease nightout this Friday, Music producer/lyricist Unda performs his latest tracks live at the release party for his new EP, with support from Dope as Funk for the after-party. Show starts at 11:30pm.
Jan 16
Saturday (Jan 17)
Sculpere
On the back of his successful exhibition at Chula, Japanese artist Soichiro Shimizu presents his collection of large-scale abstract paintings and sculptures at the Adler Subhashok gallery, opening this Saturday Jan 17.
Through Feb 8
Grandma I Would Like to Fuck
Another Charoenkrung venue with something different on offer this weekend. If you ever felt like you needed to watch an offensive/rated film on your own, Speedy Grandma invites you and your companions to join its first movie screening on Jan 17, featuring a list of disturbing films, but promising a friendly crowd. Tickets are only B40.
Jan 17
French Riviera - Sunset Party
A special post-New Year party at Ocean Urban Lounge and Boutique Resort, in celebration of the launch of its indoor beach club with chilled tunes, a selection of beers and cocktails starting at B100, and a 25% discount happy hour on food and spa treatments through 8pm. Music by DJs Yukie Surisa, Thai International Lady Deejay and special guest Gilles Jacks from French Riviera.
Jan 17
Wind the Hair by 1979 Vinyl
Local indie acts Two Million Thanks, Basement Tape, Hariguem Zaboy, Triggs & The Longest Day, Abstraction XL and Lorsong perform this Saturday night at the intimate vinyl shop. Show up early as tickets are only available at the door.
Jan 17
Iceage Live in Bangkok
There are so many grand-scale international concerts coming to Bangkok this season we’ve lost count. This weekend sees Danish punk rockers Iceage debuting at Langsuan Live in the Castle as part of Popscene's final gig on Saturday night, with local support from Sangsom Massacre and The Ginkz.
Jan 17
Go Grrrls: Revolution Girls Style Now
The party collective hosts its first party of 2015 at Wine Bibber Sangria in punk-rock style, inspired by the allgirl 90s punk group Bikini Kill. Expect tracks by The Runaways, Blondie, MIA, Florence + The Machine and Azelia Banks from DJs Maehappyair, Dookie and Cleo P.
Jan 17
Brahms Live at Maggie Choo's
Brahms returns to Maggie Choo's this Saturday with a set of grooves, funk and soul, with local support from Chai & The Blues Maniacs feat. Nurse.
Jan 17
Sunday (Jan 18)
Video Art Screening: 'Kernelings' by Gerry Hemingway
After his gig at Zoo on Friday, the American percussionist presents his abstract image-sound video artwork at Jam. The screening will start at 7:30pm, with an introduction and a Q&A session with the artist/filmmaker afterwards.
Jan 18
Irei Megumi New Year Live in Bangkok
The young Osaka-based singer performs live at the authentic Japanese restaurant, Kinjo, in Phra Khanong. Limited to 30 guests each session. Reserve your dining spot at 089-047-1456.
Jan 16, 18
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