Perspective on contemporary dance in Thai society during 2007 – 2019

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to study, research and compile the definition of the contemporary dance in Thai society during 2007 – 2019 and analyzing perspective on contemporary dance in Thai society. Which is a survey research. The instruments used in the survey were the study of academic documents, books and related thesis. Interviews with people who have experience in the field of contemporary dance are artists and academics. Use a questionnaire in the audience to explore the concepts and perspective of contemporary dance. By collecting all the data for analysis, synthesis and conclusion respectively

The results of the research found that the definition of the contemporary dance during 2007 – 2019 by artists and academics not much different, has evolved with time but always maintain the shared point of the moment Is that contemporary dance is a work that must be created in the present time or period of that time, has clear principles, concepts and creative processes. There is a story to tell, reflect or link to the current. There is clearly the identity of the creator. But there are differences between artists and academics. Is that contemporary dance art can be developed from the original works or is an old work re-created again or not? Or should be just a new creation. In terms of perspective on contemporary dance, important factors affecting both creators and viewers are 1) the support and knowledge from the Ministry of Culture 2) the aims of the creators 3) social and economic conditions. All research results are consistent with all objectives.