Thai Dance and Singing Performance  

[I saw the performance 4 years ago here and it was beautiful, very colorful and interesting!  Go if you can!--Peggy)

Thai Dance and Drama Troupe Comes April 4^th to Felton Presbyterian Church

On the evening of Monday April 4th at 7:00 pm a team of dancers from Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand will perform at Felton Presbyterian Church as part of their trip along the West Coast of the United States. Dr. Esther Wakeman, director of the Christian Communications Institute (CCI) of the university, and her husband, Rev. Rob Collins, will lead the seven professional dancers and actors.  The hour and 20 minute program will feature a number of dances from the various regions of Thailand, as well as a traditional Thai melodrama (Likay) with English translation. The drama is a touching true story about a gangster whose life is changed in an amazing way.

The CCI was founded 33 years ago.  Its purpose is to communicate Christian truths through the use of Thai cultural expressions.  Throughout the year the Institute’s performers lead spiritual renewal programs in schools and communities of this rapidly developing Southeast Asian country.  The programs include traditional and modern dance, drama, and music.  Live performances are featured, as the Institute has a staff of 15 professional artists.

The program provides an excellent opportunity for Americans to experience the beauty and drama of Thai classical art.  “We have appeared in the United States several times already,” says Rob, “and folks usually comment, ‘If we’d known how good this was going to be, we’d have worked harder to promote it.’”  Please save the date and bring your friends. The performance is free, but there will be an opportunity to contribute to the troupe’s expenses in making this tour.  Felton Presbyterian Church is at 6090 Highway 9 in Felton. The church office can be reached at 831-335-6900.