Exhibitor's Seminar 2023
Exhibitor’s Seminar 2023เมื่อวันพฤหัสบดี ที่ 28 กันยายน 2566 ทางสำนักงานส่งเสริมเศรษฐกิจสร้างสรรค์ได้จัดกิจกรรมสัมนาผู้เข้าร่วมจัดงานเทศกาลงานออกแบบเชียงใหม่ (Chiang Mai Desaign Week) 2023 ณ สำนักงานส่งเสริมเศรษฐกิจสร้างสรรค์ โดยมีวัตถุประสงค์ เพื่อเพิ่มพูนโอกาสในการต่อยอดผลงานจัดแสดง ส่งเสริมธุรกิจ ขยายพื้นที่ในการส่งเสริมนักออกแบบ ดีไซเนอร์ ผู้ประกอบการ นักดนตรี และผู้ที่สนใจ เพื่อผลักดัน ขับเคลื่อนเศรษฐกิจอุตสาหกรรมสร้างสรรค์ในท้องถิ่นให้เติบโตเทศกาลออกแบบเชียงใหม่ (Chaing Mai Design Week) 2023 จัดขึ้นเป็นครั้งที่ 9 จึงอยากชวนนักออกแบบ นักคิด นักสร้างสรรค์ ผู้ประกอบการ ศิลปิน เหล่าคนคืนถิ่น หรือผู้ที่สนใจมาร่วมก้าวเดินต่อไปด้วยกัน ภายใต้แนวคิด ‘Transforming Local : ปรับตัว ต่อยอด ท้องถิ่น เติบโต’ พื้นที่สำหรับนำเสนอ แลกเปลี่ยน เชื่อมโยงทุกแรงบันดาลใจและไอเดียการต่อยอดองค์ความรู้เก่า – ใหม่ ที่จะช่วยยกระดับคุณภาพชีวิต พลิกโฉมเศรษฐกิจท้องถิ่น ตลอดจนเติมเต็มโอกาสการทางแข่งขันด้วยโปรแกรมสร้างเครือข่ายระดับนานาชาติเพื่อขับเคลื่อนอุตสาหกรรมสร้างสรรค์ ควบคู่ผลักดันศักยภาพท้องถิ่นให้เป็นที่ยอมรับและยืนหยัดได้อย่างสง่างามในเวทีระดับสากลสำหรับผู้เข้าร่วมกิจกรรมจะได้โอกาสในการเรียนรู้เกี่ยวกับเทศกาลออกแบบเชียงใหม่ (Chaing Mai Design Week) 2023 รวมถึงพบปะผู้เข้าร่วมจัดเทศกาลท่านอื่น ๆ เพื่อแลกเปลี่ยน เรียนรู้ สร้างโอกาส และเส้นทางทางเติบโตในอุตสาหกรรมสร้างสรรค์ เช่น การจัดแสดงโชว์ผลงานออกแบบ (Showcases) กิจกรรมส่งเสริมธุรกิจ (Activities) และตลาดหัตถกรรมคัดสรร (POP Market) ด้วยบรรยากาศที่เต็มไปด้วยความคิดสร้างสรรค์ และให้เกิดการพัฒนาต่อยอดธุรกิจให้เกิดการขับเคลื่อนเศรษฐกิจสร้างสรรค์ในภายภาคหน้าได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพขอขอบพระคุณทุกท่านที่ได้เข้าร่วมงานกิจกรรมสัมมนาผู้เข้าร่วมจัดเทศกาลงานออกแบบเชียงใหม่ 2023 (Exhibitor’s Seminar) เราหวังเป็นอย่างยิ่งว่าจะมีโอกาสพบปะทุกท่านในเทศกาลออกแบบเชียงใหม่ (Chaing Mai Design Week) 2023 ในวันที่ 2 – 10 ธันวาคม 2566#ChiangMaiDesignWeek2023 #CMDW2023 #TransformingLocal
A Parade of Creativities from Our Friends in Chiang Mai Design Week 2023
Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 (CMDW 2023), organized by the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), is set for December 2-10, 2023. Beyond design showcases, the event spans Chiang Mai’s Old City and Chang Moi – Tha Pae areas, featuring various activities. Throughout CMDW 2023, CEA’s partners will host diverse events across the city, from art and music to performance festivals. Ready to explore the creative forces during this week-long celebration? Let’s find out!Photo: Unveiling ObjectsSan Kam Phaeng DistrictStarting from the north of Chiang Mai in San Kam Phaeng District, a key creative hub renowned for its handicrafts, highlights extend beyond crafty pieces. Home to Maiiam Contemporary Art Museum, the largest private art museum in northern Thailand, this district beckons visitors during CMDW 2023. Explore the vibrant world of dreams and imagination in Dreamworld #dreammantra, an exhibition by Mit Jai-Inn, a globally acclaimed Chiang Mai artist fusing local handicraft with contemporary visual arts. Additionally, Unveiling Objects exhibits items from Jean-Michel Beurdeley’s personal collection, featuring Chavalit Soemprungsuk’s chair-like sculptures, Singh Intrachooto’s futuristic furniture, and Thaiwijit Puengkasemsomboon’s stylized equipment, etc. This exhibition runs from December 2, 2023, to February 18, 2024.Photo: Mango Art FestivalHang Dong DistrictHeading south from Chiang Mai, we reach Hang Dong District, a hub for local woodwork and a renowned antique market in the region. During CMDW 2023, Da Siam Antiques Chiang Mai presents the second Mango Art Festival, following last year’s success. This edition features selected pieces from Thai and foreign contemporary artists under the theme Treasure Discovered, emphasizing the fusion of modern perspectives with antiquities. Experience the festival from December 2 to 10, 2023, at Da Siam Antiques’ spacious compound, surrounded by lush gardens and antique houses.Chiang Mai CityBack in the center of Chiang Mai city at Jing Jai Gallery, the exhibition Spirit Atlas is now open for art lovers to savor. Featuring works in various art forms, including paintings, sculptures, and video art, it captures the essence of our popular culture through the eyes of 7 contemporary up-and-coming artists like Nakrob Moonmanas, Yuree Kensaku, Santiphap Inkong-ngam, and more. Undoubtedly a must-see for art enthusiasts, and the good news is it will be on display for an extended period, lasting from November 10, 2023, all the way to February 11, 2024.Photo: Colour Lives: Furniture ExhibitionChiang Mai Old TownKalm Village, another venue of contemporary handicrafts in the old city center, will host Colors and Life, a furniture exhibition by Suwan Kongkhunthian, a master designer who has been one of the main contributions in preserving traditional crafts and driving them towards modernity and sustainability. The exhibition will be held alongside other collections of contemporary crafts by various artists.Other LocationsBesides art and design, the music scene is buzzing with excitement. The 5th Chiang Mai Street Jazz Festival features Thai and foreign jazz musicians jamming across the city from November 25. The Chiang Mai Busking Festival, organized by Chiang Mai Original, brings diverse artists to liven up Lam Chang area in Chiang Mai Old City.Photo: Street Jazz FestivalThese events are just a glimpse of the week-long celebration of creativity and local communities brought to you by CEA’s partners. Join in for fresh ideas, inspiration sparks, and fantastic experiences in our Friend Activities across San Kamphaeng, Hang Dong, and Chiang Mai City during Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 from December 2 to 10.
Transforming Chang Moi Buildings Explore Creative Sites at CMDW 2023
As the theme of Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, the concept of ‘TRANSFORMING LOCAL: Adapt / Enhance / Local / Grow’ not only represents the process of transforming and elevating Chiang Mai’s cultural heritages through collaborations between different generations of designers, but the notion itself is also reflected in the venues of the events. Especially in the Chang Moi area, where old buildings long overlooked by passersby have been transformed into spaces infused with the fresh air of creativity and inspiration. What’s there to explore in this neighborhood? Here are some highlights for you to check out:Chang Moi: Old Commercial Neighborhood with a New LifeThe Chang Moi area is situated to the east of Chiang Mai Old City, on the road connecting the square moat’s road with Warorot Market and the Ping River. As one of the city’s most prominent old commercial centers, the neighborhood is filled with charming structures that have been standing here for more than 50 years. With urban expansion toward the outskirts of the city, the old city center lost its bustle and liveliness that it once saw in its heyday. However, in the last 3-4 years, the younger generations of entrepreneurs saw the potential of modern business around the Old City, reviving Chang Moi as a fine blend of existing businesses and emerging ones. Mantana Building: From Timber Warehouse to Creative Space in the Heart of the NeighborhoodSituated at the heart of Chang Moi’s commercial center, the Mantana Building was once an office and one of the city’s first timber warehouses. Now, it serves as a space for hosting creative events organized by the younger generation of artists and entrepreneurs. During the upcoming festive season, the building will house the Upper Floor Project Exhibition, which explores the possibilities of utilizing the mostly unused upper floors of commercial buildings. This will be achieved through various activities, including showcases that tell the history of buildings in the neighborhood, workshops, rooftop movie screenings, live music, and even fortune-telling!In addition to that, there is the Persona of Things Exhibition, which seeks to shift the focus from merely renovating old buildings to creatively reviving and reinterpreting objects. It highlights the process of adopting artisanal handicraft skills to repair or repurpose used or damaged items, infusing them with new ideas and added worth and values, all while preserving the priceless histories behind those objects.Tokki: International Showcase inside an Izakaya BarNot too far from the Mantana Building on Chaiyaphoom Soi 1 (in front of Chomphoo Temple), you’ll find Tokki Izakaya Bar, a Japanese restaurant that has played a role in reviving Chang Moi. During the festival, the bar will host the International Showcase, presenting works by designers from Japan, Taiwan, and Laos, with the aim of igniting inspiration for Chiang Mai locals.Thana-Arkarn Building: Making an Old Bank Building Shine Bright with IdeasThana-Akarn is a 3-storey building with a stylish façade, reflecting a legacy of modern architecture popular in Thailand several decades ago. The building used to house a well-known commercial bank on Ratchawong Road. After the branch closed down, visionary entrepreneurs took over the space with plans to transform it into a mixed-use area.During the festival, Thana-Akarn is the host of several highlights, including the Sound Moment Exhibition by Wittaya Chanma—an interactive exhibition that combines video with sound from vinyl, resulting in experimental vinyl animation generated using the ‘afterimage’ technique. There’s also the Flavourscape Exhibition, another interactive exhibition that raises questions about the relationship between food and people in various geographic landscapes. Additionally, The Haunted House, created by students from the College of Art, Media, and Technology in collaboration with the Faculty of Science at Chiang Mai University, incorporates AR technology to create a haunted house, providing a unique experience that is both fun and frightening simultaneously.Sri Lanna Thai Women’s Culture Promotion Association Building: Creative Activities for KidsThe last stop is at the Sri Lanna Thai Women’s Culture Promotion Association Building, located at the same venue as TCDC Chiang Mai. The space will host several creative kids’ programs, including children’s stage plays, storytelling activities, and more. Moreover, the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT) will offer an extraordinary experience with a solar system model exhibition called Glow in the Dark Exhibition, creating a miniature planetarium with free admission throughout the week.Check in with Convenience with Trams Connecting Every Neighborhood in the FestivalYou can easily navigate and check in at all these programs offered during the festival at different venues with the convenience of a tram service that connects the main event areas, including Chiang Mai Old City, Chang Moi-Tha Pae, and other neighborhoods. The trams will shuttle between each neighborhood, departing every 60 minutes. Alternatively, exploring on foot is also a great option as the venues are not too far from each other. This provides an excellent opportunity for sightseeing around the town, enjoying light and sound shows, and experiencing performances along the streets.Explore the creative routes in the process of transformation, breathing new life and spirit into an old neighborhood during Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, which takes place between December 2 and 10, 2023. See you around!
Explore Hidden Corners at Chiang Mai Design Week 2023
While Chiang Mai boasts iconic locations and stunning temples, some lesser-known corners often go unnoticed, lacking notable stories. For Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, we’ve partnered with creators to unveil these ‘hidden corners’ in the Chang Moi neighborhood. Embracing the Transforming Local concept, merging old and new creative forces, we’ll showcase digital art, breathing life into overlooked areas with unique narratives. These revitalized corners offer a ‘shortcut,’ guiding guests through the city’s historic communities and various district showcases. Join us in discovering the intriguing stories hidden in these secret corners.Arch Entrance at Wat Chompu (Pagoda Local) : Projection Mapping by Kor.Bor.Vor Visual LabelMany Chiang Mai residents know that the pagoda of Wat Chompu, in the Chang Moi area, was twinned with that of the Phra That Doi Suthep’s pagoda, so that Lanna people could pay homage to Phra That Doi Suthep without having to scale the mountain. Another ancient site that many people may overlook due to familiarity is the arch entrance or “Pratu Khong”, on the north side of the temple, constructed in an ancient Lanna style more than 500 years ago. The later development of the city meant the overcrowded houses built around the temple have drowned out the majesty of this arch.The arch entrance at Wat Chompu is considered another secret corner by the modern multimedia artist group and creators of many cool site-specific mixed-media works, Kor.bor.Vor. Visual Label, who will apply projection mapping to supplement the beauty of the transforming arch, a landmark overlooked by many, to be vivified with a contemporary story once again.Red Bridge over Mae Kha Canal (The Connection Bridge) : Projection Mapping by Kor.Bor.Vor Visual Label Close by, in the Chang Moi community, is “Saphan Daeng,” a small red bridge over Mae Kha Canal. This bridge has been used for decades by the community as a shortcut, connecting the Wat Chompu area to Ratchawong Road. For the first time, during Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, we would like to use this bridge as an additional route for accessing the event while exploring the community. The Kor.bor.Vor. Visual Label team has created digital art to enliven the area around the bridge, transforming it from yet another ‘passing way’ into a chic check-in point. Don’t miss this—stop by for a visit!Five shophouses (Original Five) : Projection Mapping by Kor.Bor.Vor Visual Label On Ratchawong Road, Soi 3, we have a venue known as the “five shophouses.” These five commercial shophouses exemplify early-modern architecture in this historic commercial area. They are currently undergoing transformation to stimulate new business as the area grows. The Kor.bor.Vor. The Visual Label team has seized the opportunity to use these buildings as a venue to showcase animations depicting the development of the Chang Moi area.Thana-Arkarn (Pern-San-Chan) : Projection Mapping by Decide KitFinishing at Thana-Arkarn Building, the former location of a famous commercial bank in the area, the façade of this building features lines resembling ears of rice. This not only signifies the identity of the said bank but also represents the city’s beautiful modern architectural heritage. Alongside a captivating showcase inside and in front of the building, the artist group Decide Kit, known for numerous innovative light-color-sound projects, is responsible for projection mapping to narrate the story and identity of this contemporary neighborhood, overlaying the character of the building with an interesting twist.These are some of the ‘hidden corners’ being revitalized with new creative ideas by artist groups. What will be their story of transformation? What kind of stylish work will be seen? We will soon reveal.
Let’s Re-Alive and Style Folk Crafts
Let’s Re-Alive and Style Folk Crafts ‘Everyday Contem’ Exhibition at TCDC Chiang MaiFolk crafts are more than just utensils; they embody the lifestyle, culture, and soul of both creators and users. However, as time passes and social values evolve, the precious wisdom of craftsmanship is gradually fading away.Co-organized by TCDC Chiang Mai, the Japan Foundation and MUJI, The ‘Everyday Contem’ Exhibition aims to align traditional handicrafts from Chiang Mai and northern Thailand with contemporary lifestyles. The exhibition explores case studies from countries like Japan, where traditional crafts have successfully integrated with the creative industry. It begins with Mingei, a movement and ideology dating back to the 1920s that celebrated the beauty inherent in everyday, ordinary, and functional objects. The showcase then traces the development of Mingu, representing everyday craft utensils from the Showa era, eventually leading to the creation of the world-famous brand, MUJI.In addition to showcasing objects and creative ideas from Japan, the exhibition returns to Chiang Mai’s roots by presenting collaborative works of young homecoming creators with master craftsmen from various artistic disciplines. This showcase highlights the collaborative efforts of two generations of creators striving to revitalize traditional folk crafts with a contemporary touch.Indulge in the evolution of craftsmanship to the creative industry of Japan and experience the fresh ideas of collaborative creators from Chiang Mai and northern Thailand at the ‘Everyday Contem’ Exhibition, the highlight of Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, hosted at TCDC Chiang Mai (Exhibition Room, Floor 1) from December 2nd to 10th, 2023. Discover how folk crafts can be both chic and contemporary.
Transforming Local Crafts
Transforming Local: Discover the New Face of Contemporary Crafts by Central GroupAs many of you already know, the theme for Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 is ‘Transforming Local: Adapt / Enhance / Local / Grow.’ CEA Chiang Mai has invited local entrepreneurs and designers to celebrate the festival and has welcomed many partners to create engaging showcases. Among these partners, Central Group, the Thai forefront retail company that has always supported local creativity and integrated it with the contemporary design ecosystem to enhance the Thai creative industry worldwide, has enthusiastically joined this remarkable local transformation.The ‘Transforming Local Crafts’ exhibition reveals the fresh faces of Thai crafts. Central Group has collaborated with leading Thai designers and local craft entrepreneurs to create a new collection of craft products that align with contemporary lifestyles and the modern market while still showcasing their traditional craft roots.The exhibition will feature 10 contemporary craft works resulting from this fantastic collaboration. Examples include the mid-century lounge chair that Moonler and Ratthee Phaisanchotsiri co-created and the backrest pillow that Ninechaidee and T-ra Chantasawasdee co-created. In addition, audiences will be able to admire new collections from contemporary craft studios such as Charm-Learn Studio, Slowstitch, Pachana Studio, InClay Studio, Debua x Apiwat Chitapanya, Huen Por Sa x {JUN} Thanyapon Jittrapirom, Saprang and Studio Mueja.This exhibition will be held at the Lanna Folklife Museum (opposite the Three Kings Monument). Following Chiang Mai Design Week, Central Group will organize roadshow exhibitions at its department stores to reach a wider audience. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for December 2 – 10, 2023, and join us for Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 throughout the city of Chiang Mai.
Let’s Hype the Locals!
เพราะความเป็นท้องถิ่นนี่แหละชิค! ชวนอัปเดตเทรนด์ Glocal จากท้องถิ่นสู่โลก ในเทศกาลงานออกแบบเชียงใหม่ 2566ระยะหลัง ที่ได้ผ่านตากันบ่อย พอ ๆ กับคำว่า Soft Power เห็นจะเป็นกระแสความเป็นท้องถิ่นนี่แหละ ไม่ว่าจะจากภาพยนตร์ เพลง หรือสื่ออื่น ๆ มากมาย เช่นเดียวกับในเทศกาลงานออกแบบเชียงใหม่ 2566 หรือ Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 ที่เชิดชูพลังสร้างสรรค์จากท้องถิ่นในภาคเหนือต่อเนื่องมาเป็นปีที่ 9 ซึ่งในปีนี้เราก็ยังไม่พลาดจัดเต็มโชว์เคสสนุก ๆ จากเหล่านักสร้างสรรค์คืนถิ่น (homecoming creator) โดยเฉพาะกับนิทรรศการนี้ที่ต้องไม่พลาด!‘Hyper Local: Reconnecting with Our Roots’ คือนิทรรศการโดยเหล่านักออกแบบหลากรุ่นที่มาร่วมขับเคลื่อนเทรนด์ Glocal จากเชียงใหม่ให้ดังไกลทั่วโลก! ผ่านการหยิบต้นทุนทั้งด้านภูมิปัญญาและวัสดุจากท้องถิ่นมาสร้างสรรค์งานออกแบบร่วมสมัยให้สอดรับไปกับเทรนด์โลก นิทรรศการจัดแสดงงานออกแบบอันหลากหลาย ตั้งแต่เฟอร์นิเจอร์ ของแต่งบ้าน เครื่องประดับ ฯลฯ ภายใต้ 4 แนวคิดสุดอินเทรนด์ ไม่ว่าจะเป็น ‘ภูมิใจในความจริงแท้’ (Authentic Soul), ‘เพื่อเรา-เพื่อโลก’ (Eco Ethical), ‘เป็นต่อด้วยความร่วมสมัย’ (Arty Aesthetic) และ ‘สร้างสรรค์เพื่อแก้ปัญหา’ (Innovative Solution) มาร่วมอัปเดตเทรนด์ Glocal ผ่านงานดีไซน์สุดเก๋จาก 25 แบรนด์นักออกแบบของไทยได้ในนิทรรศการ ‘Hyper Local: Reconnecting with Our Roots’ ที่ชั้น 2 TCDC เชียงใหม่Let’s Hype the Locals! ‘Hyper Locals: Reconnecting with Our Roots’ Exhibition’ @ Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 The buzz about localism has echoed through movies, music, and various media channels, emerging as a theme often associated with ‘soft power.’ In alignment with this trend, Chiang Mai Design Week 2023 is back for its ninth consecutive year, promising a diverse array of wonderful showcases that spotlight the creativity of the local community. From homecoming creators to igniting local power, the ‘Hyper Local: Reconnecting with Our Roots’ Exhibition is a must-see event!This exhibition brings together Thai designers from 25 leading brands to drive the ‘Glocal’ trend, bridging the gap from northern Thailand’s local scene to the global stage. It achieves this by incorporating local assets such as wisdom, craftsmanship skills, and natural materials into the creation of contemporary-styled objects, including furniture, home decorations, accessories, and even lifestyle products.The showcases are organized into four trends: Authentic Soul, Eco Ethical, Arty Aesthetic, and Innovative Solution.Experience the updated Glocal at the ‘Hyper Local: Reconnecting with Our Roots’ Exhibition at TCDC Chiang Mai, 2nd Floor, throughout Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, from December 2nd to 10th, 2023.
Len Yai Performance Arts Enjoy 9 days of performance shows.
Len Yai Performance Arts Enjoy 9 days of performance shows featuring Thai and international artists at Chiang Mai Design Week 2023In addition to the design and creative showcases at Chiang Mai Design Week 2023, another highlight of this festival is Len Yai Performance Arts—a series of 9 performances in 8 areas of Chang Moi Neighborhood and Ratchawong Road. Curated and produced by Chaiwat Lochotinant and Apichai Tianvilairat, this vibrant project brings together more than 40 performance artists, actors, and creators from Thailand and around the world to share their stories through movement and music. From a building’s balcony and the rooftop of an old building to the ground around the temple’s pagoda, explore what each of the 9 shows has to offer and where you can find them.Opening Ceremony Show December 2, 5:30 pm Location: TCDC Chiang MaiKick off CMDW 2023 with a special performance at the Opening Ceremony. The curator and producer have brought together designers, artists, and creators to grace the stage with a mesmerizing combination of light and music. Join us for this captivating start to Chiang Mai Design Week 2023!‘JERNG’ Site-Specific Performance and Sound ArtDecember 3, 3:00 pm Location: Sukkho Smithy, Chang Moi Rd. Discover ‘JERNG,’ a site-specific performance and sound art event showcasing the traditional Lanna sword and weapon dance. Curator Virinsiree Chomchoei from Some Space Gallery collaborates with Jerng Artist Suteera Fankaew, Visual Artist Wave Pongruengkiat, and Sound Designer Non Intranant to bring Jerng to life through digital art and sound, manifesting a contemporary expression of Lanna heritage.‘STHIRA SUKHAM ASANAM’ Spiritual DanceDecember 4, 7:00 pmLocation: Thana-Arkarn Building, Ratchawong Rd. Performed by yoga and meditation trainers and enthusiasts, directed by Suranart Kasitipradit, and sound designed by Crystal Bowl Sound Meditation. Experience the transformation of spiritual art, such as yoga and meditation, into a captivating performance at Thana-Arkarn Building, Ratchawong Rd. Witness the synergy of movement, mindfulness, and sound in this unique and transformative show.‘BETWEEN’ Shadow Play and Music ImprovisationDecember 5, 7:00 pmLocation: The Library’s Stairs at TCDC Chiang Mai Shadow Play by Monthatip Suksopha, Silpathorn Award artist and the founder of Wandering Moon Theater. The show features music improvisation by the Chiang Mai-based band ‘Earsbleed’ and marks the first performance staged on the library’s staircase at TCDC Chiang Mai.‘CRUSH ON’ Contemporary Dance and Lanna Ethnic SoundDecember 6, 6:00 pmLocation: Mantana Building (rooftop), Chang Moi Rd.Crush On is a contemporary dance that plays with the pin-pia or Lanna ethnic lyre. This show is a wonderful combination of masters from different practices: Katsura Kan, a Japanese master of Bhuto, and Lipikorn Makaew and Wisantat Rattanamongkolkasem, who are masters of the pin-pia. The show will take place on the rooftop at Mantana Building, Chang Moi Rd.‘LOCOMOTIVE’ Site-Specific Contemporary DanceDecember 7, 7:00 pmLocation: Kui Huad (basketry shop), Chang Moi Rd.Experience the unique setting of ‘LOCOMOTIVE,’ a site-specific contemporary dance performance, taking place at Kui Huad, a classic basketry shop in the Chang Moi neighborhood. The Physical Theater will infuse the show with a contemporary vibe, creating an immersive and distinctive theatrical experience.‘INTROVERT’ Group MonodramaDecember 8, 7:00 pmLocation: JPJ Café, Ratchawong Rd.The monodrama group consists of 9 performers who are multinational actors, models, lecturers, visual artists, and designers. The show will narrate the unique ways of life of the performers through their monodrama performance on the balcony of JPJ Café, Ratchawong Rd.International Butho DanceDecember 9, 7:00 pmLocation: Mantana Building, Chang Moi Rd.The Chiang Mai International Butoh Dance will be organized in parallel with CMDW 2023 at the Mantana Building. Led by Katsura Kan, the Butoh master from Japan, this festival brings together Butoh dancers from around the world to perform in Chiang Mai before embarking on an international roadshow. ‘CHOOSE LIFE’ Group Monodrama December 10, 7:00 pmLocation: Wat Chomphu Temple (around the golden pagoda)“Choose Life” is a group monodrama created by female performers and artists in northern Thailand. The monodrama will depict how these individual women choose and design their ideal lives. The show takes place on the ground around the golden pagoda of Wat Chompu Temple.