Abstract
This four-year research project examines the modern conditions of traditional dance and its adaptation as a means of conserving and transmitting Northeastern Thai heritage. Document analysis, observation and interviews with the people of Mukdahan found that government policies have supported traditional dance performance since the 1980s. Provincial policy to harness the indigenous culture of eight native ethnic groups has led to the incorporation of the ancient Phu-Tai ritual dance, the Yao, in an adapted form at state sponsored cultural exhibitions, such as the Makham Wan Sai Kong ethnic group festival. The dance is supported by the provincial curriculum and tourist agencies. This paper introduces The 7 in theory to show how traditional dance has been influenced by society and remains an integral part of local culture.
Highlights
Isan dance is a vibrant, adaptive and durable cultural performance
This paper introduces The 7 in theory to show how traditional dance has been influenced by society and remains an integral part of local culture
This adaptation was important in the creation of a Mukdahan provincial identity and is revealed in the Mukdahan Makham Wan Sai Kong ethnic group festival, which combines the methods of those ethnic minorities that migrated into Mukdahan Province across the Mekong River from Laos
Summary
Isan dance is a vibrant, adaptive and durable cultural performance. Mukdahan Province has a long history of ethnic art and culture. Vision, mission, community academic or art culture events, contests and competitions, the promotion of tourism festivals, royal, state and official visitor receptions and response to business requirements. These influence the support, sponsorship and development of Isan dance performance. Isan dance performance in Mukdahan province is a part of Thai cultural heritage and is a sign of the prosperity, progress, stability and social peace of the area and the nation For this reason, the researchers began this investigation to try and assess the nature of dance in the Northeastern region
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