Lakhon Dance

Lakhon dance is another popular form of dance drama in Thailand. The dance drama is recognized as the highest form of dance drama in Thailand. if you want to have a deep insights of Thai culture you should learn a lot about Thai dances. Lakhon dance is one of the integral parts of Thai classical dance. Although not as much well known as Khon dance, Lakhon dance too have a huge fan following among the Thai people. A number of national and international tourists make it a point to see at least one Lakhon dance and Khon dance performance during their trip to Thailand.

Lakhon dance is also a form of Thai dance drama like khon dance. This dance form is very popular among the people of Thailand. Lakhon dace is often performed in the However, according to some Lakhon dance is less formal than Khon dance. The movements of this dance are graceful, sensual and fluid. In this dance the upper torso and hands are used at random to express emotions. The conventional expressions are also there. 

Lakhon dance is another form of dance drama and has some similarity to Khon dance. However, there are some difference between Khon dance and Lakhon dance. Unlike Khon dance, the protagonists in Lakhon dance do not wear masks. The dance is also based on Ramkien, the Thai adaptation of Hindu epic Ramayana. The dance can also be based on Jatakas and folk stories. Lakhon dance can be divided into three types which include Lakhon Chatri, Lakhon Nok and Lakhon Nai. Lakhon Nai was presented by court ladies in earlier days. The dance is one of the most popular Thai dances that is often performed at different festivals of Thailand. During your trip to Thailand do not miss a chance to visit these dance dramas of Thailand.