Lakhon Chatri of Phetchaburi Province: The Performance Style Changed in the Changing World

Abstract

The article " Lakhon Chatri of Phetchaburi Province: The Performance Style Changed in the Changing World" aims to present the adaptation of Lakhon Chatri forms with the current social context.The writer studies and analyses using documentation and in-depth interview with troupe leader and dance-drama performers from Nattasilp Phet Nam Peung Troupe. The study shows the following adaptations: 1) Using reduction of ritual performance pattern, 2) Adjustment of learning and trans-generation theatrical performances to the new actors, 3) Sharing the actors and adapting the roles to independent artists, 4) Changing the language and diction to contemporary performances and 5) Learning to convey and publicize with new media. This article result in understanding the adaptation of Lakhon Chatri from Phetchaburi Province to preserve the cultural performing arts which are national heritage.