Value in Local Wisdom of Lakhon Chatri of Phetchaburi Province

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to analyze the value of Cha-Tri drama wisdom in Phetchaburi. There are 5 Chatri drama performing troupes which were Phromsuwan, Por Thepprasit, Phromsuwan Tida, Pathumsilp, and Benjasit Chalongsri by selecting the study of a specific areas using purposive sampling method where the troupes usually perform which were at Wat Mahathat Worawihan temple, the host's places, places with sacred things and the residence of a Cha-Tri drama performers in Phetchaburi. The study analysis used the principle of value theory (Axiology), which consists of aesthetic values ​​(Aesthetics) and ethical values ​​(Ethics). The results were found that an analysis of the wisdom values of the Cha-Tri drama in Phetchaburi were aesthetic value in performance literature and rituals, beliefs, and ethical values that represents morality. Other values ​​such as culture and identity with specific characteristics and local characters were the features of Phetchaburi’s Cha-Tri drama which demonstrated a knowledge that indicated how to solve problems according to the social and cultural context that still entertain and nourish the people’s mind. These have become an artistic and cultural heritage that have been applied to suit the contemporary life creating values and great benefit to the development of the local area as a source of learning and cultural tourist attractions.