BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this May 24-27
The ultimat guide to what to do in Bangkok this weekend.
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Thursday, May 24
NIGHTLIFE: Sugar Club Presents: Flava
Dutch DJ Flava brings his eclectic trap and dancehall hits to Bangkok’s hip-hop hotspot.
May 24, 11pm. Sugar, 37 Sukhumvit Soi 11, 061-391-3111. B300 for males, B200 for females (includes 1 drink).
NIGHTLIFE: Old to the New School
DJ Kingsize, Realplayett and duo King Khan & Hrok, will bring back the old school hip-hop spirit to their new school styles.
May 24, 5pm. Escape, 5/F, The EmQuartier, 693-695 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-258-6515. Free.
ART: Better Days by Ephameron
The Belgian artist highlights the different facets of motherhood through graphic narratives.
May 24-Jun 28, 5pm. Humble Projects, 41/40, Soi Sunthon Phimon, Rong Muang, 081-921-3403. Free.
FILM: BKK Screening at Siam Society
The historic Siam Society hosts a screening of The Man Who Built Cambodia, a narrative documentary that follows the life of architect Vann Molyvann whose work has become a beacon of new identity for Cambodia following its turbulent journey to independence. Following the film, there will be a discussion with the film’s director, Christopher Rompre.
May 24, 7pm. The Siam Society, 131 Asoke Montri Rd. (Sukhumvit Soi 21), 02-661-6470. B200 (free for students).
ART: Teleport Exhibition
Artist Gongkan creates a “black hole” as a path to the world free of cruelty and full of beauty and equality.
May 24-Jun 15, 11am. Warehouse 30, Charoenkrung Soi 30. Free.
Friday, May 25
NIGHTLIFE: Nakadia at Violett
Having just performed at some of the world’s biggest festivals like Tomorrowland and Elrow, Thai DJ Nakadia is back home for one exclusive night, supported by DJ Soi Dogs.
May 25th, 9pm. Violett, The Third Place, 141 Soi Thonglor 10, 095-393-8858. B300 (includes 1 drink).
NIGHTLIFE: Uberjak’d at Onyx
The Australian DJ/producer, who has played alongside major names such as Deorro, Fatboy Slim and Riva Starr, takes over the decks bringing you high-energy electro house and Melbourne bounce.
May 25, 9pm. Onyx, RCA (Royal City Avenue), 081-645-1188. B500.
NIGHTLIFE: Chazin (ES)
Having conquered some of the biggest clubs and festivals in Spain, DJ Chazin introduces Bangkok to his progressive big room tunes.
May 25, 10pm. Insanity, Sukhumvit Soi 11, 082-731-8885. B300 for females. B400 for males (both includes 1 drink).
NIGHTLIFE: Berlin Beats present Audio Werner
With support of resident DJ The Outsider, German DJ/producer Audio Werner spins high quality grooves that will make you want to listen over and over again.
May 25, 9:30pm. Glow, 96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 02-261-4446. B500 (includes 1 drink).
NIGHTLIFE: Downtown (Jesse You + Airbear)
Soul, techno and electronic dance sounds from Seoul-based DJ duo Downtown, supported by Tom FKG.
May 25, 9pm. Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), 02-392-7750. B300.
LIVE MUSIC: T-Riot Italian Jazz Band at The Bamboo Bar
Trio band T-Riot will fuse piano, bass and drums to give you top-shelf Jazz and rhythm.
May 25, 9pm. Mandarin Oriental, 48 Oriental Avenue, 02-659-9000. Free.
ART: Rituals
An exhibition of mixed media works by Parinot Kunakornwong, Moe Satt and Ubadiou Piko, exploring the notion of ritual in spirituality, alchemy and the collective investigation of society.
May 25-Jul 15. Nova Contemporary, Mahadlek Luang Soi 3, Rajdamri Rd., 090-910-6863. Free.
Saturday, May 26
SALES & FAIRS: Neilson Hays Library Used Book Sale
The popular book sale returns to the library for one weekend, offering quality English books in all genres at bargain prices that start from just B20. Head there early for the best deals.
May 26-27, 9:30am. 195 Surawong Rd., 02-233-1731. Open Tue-Sun 9am-5pm. BTS Surasak. www.neilsonhayslibrary.com
THEATRE: The Misanthrope - Theater on screen
The latest installment of the “Theatre in Cinema” screening series presents the film adaptaion of playwright Molière's classic The Misanthrope, a satire on the hypocrisies of Parisian high society.
May 26, 4pm. Alliance Française, 179 Witthayu Rd., 02-670-4210. B200, B100 for members & students.
SCREENING: Cinema Diverse 2018
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre presents “Cinema Diverse 2018: The Invisible Hands,” in which 4 international films will be shown bi-monthly from May-Nov, each followed by a talk. The first film screening on May 26, 5pm, will be The Wound (2017), a South African coming-of-age drama surrounding the rural life, culture and initiation rituals of the indigenous Xhosa community, highlighting issues of masculinity, sexuality and community.
5/F, BACC, 939 Rama 1 Rd., 02-214-6630. B60.
MARKET: Happening and Friends: Music Weekend
An indoor market which promises all stuff music-related. Expect plenty of vinyl records, cassette tapes, CDs, exclusive or limited albums, along with live performances by well-known Thai bands and DJs.
May 26-27, 11am. BACC, 1st Fl., 939 Rama Rd., 02-214-6630. Free.
Sunday, May 27
DANCE: GABEZ Show
As a part of Bangkok International Children’s Theatre Festival, The Japan Foundation presents a dance and silent comedy performance by artist duo Masa and Hitoshi that combines dance, acrobatics and non-verbal play. See bictfest.com for more info.
May 24, 26 & 27. Sodsai Pantoomkomol Centre for Dramatic Arts, 254 Phaya Thai Rd., 02-218-4802. B650 for adults, B250 for children.
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