Journal of Music and Performing Arts Khon Kaen University

The Creative Process of Devised Play “Chin Bow Daeng”

Pongsiri Matarat — 2025-12-31

This academic article analyzes the creative process of the stage play Chin Bow Daeng using the devising method, alongside critical inquiries into media consumption and crime news presentation in the digital era. The narrative unfolds through three parallel plotlines: Porsche (a dormitory owner), Ticha (an online seller), and Athit (an air conditioner technician). These stories are presented through live stage performance, television news broadcasts, and dorm residents' conversations via the LINE application. The performance incorporates real-time audience participation, allowing viewers to interact with characters, express opinions, and become part of the unfolding events within the "Bow Daeng Dorm" LINE group. This approach reflects daily life while critically examining society’s news consumption behaviors. The creators aim to provoke the audience to question their role as both news consumers and contributors, highlighting the consequences of unchecked news consumption and the impact of media engagement on thought processes, beliefs, and societal conflicts in the digital age.

From Stage to Screen: The Adaptation of the Sao Noi Phet Banphang Molam Troupe during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Watcharin Thaweechot — 2025-12-31

This article examines the transformation of the Saonoi Phet Banphang Molam troupe from live stage performances to online platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, the adaptation involved live-streamed singing performances accompanied by interactive conversations with fans. Over time, the format expanded to incorporate theatrical performances with 13 key creative components, including: (1) troupe leader, (2) departmental heads, (3) administrators, (4) actors, (5) dancers, (6) costumes, (7) lighting and stage systems, (8) scenery and artistic elements, (9) stage direction, (10) scripts and performance sequencing, (11) music, (12) sound, and (13) camera angles and visual editing. The online theatrical production process was structured into three primary stages: (1) pre-production, (2) production, and (3) post-production.

This adaptation highlights a strategic response by the Saonoi Phet Banphang troupe to ensure survival and resilience during the COVID-19 crisis. It not only generated income for all troupe members but also expanded the fan base by featuring well-known artists in the theatrical productions. Additionally, it introduced a sustainable business model for private live-streaming, which has subsequently been integrated into on-stage performances and remains in use today.

Developing social skills of children with special needs through music activities

Kittisak Siengdee — 2025-12-31

The purpose of this study was to compare the social skills of children withspecial needs before and after participating in music activities. The study focused onthree aspects of social skills: communication with others, collaboration with others, andself-regulation. The results showed that before the music activities, the average score for all three social skill areas were 10.80 with a standard deviation of 1.10. After the music activities, the average score for all three social skill areas increased to 17.60 with a standard deviation of 2.70. It can be concluded that after participating in the music activities, children with special needs showed a statistically significant improvement in social skills in all three areas at the .05 level.

The study of Techniques for Presenting Cabaret Performers' Specific Areas of Emphasis.

Pakjira Sriprathum — 2025-12-31

The cabaret performance is a popular entertainment among Thai and foreign tourists, defined by its unique approach that promotes powerful interaction between the audience and the artists. Moreover, it serves as a medium of entertainment that fosters innovation and the integration of diverse performance art aspects, resulting in the development of novel show formats according to the creators' interests.

This article aims to study the techniques for creating focal points for performers in the cabaret performance style. The author has reviewed textbooks, research papers, and related articles, as well as studied selected cabaret performances as case studies. These were chosen based on the reputations of four well-known and recognized cabaret performance groups in Thailand: 1. Alcazar Cabaret Pattaya, 2. Simon Cabaret Phuket, 3. Colosseum Show Pattaya, and 4. Tiffany's Show Pattaya. The study found that the approaches for establishing focal points for performers in the cabaret performance style comprise four essential elements: The vigor of the performer's posture and emotions in cabaret performances is characterized by a commanding presence, dynamic dancing, and an atmosphere of enjoyment and exuberance. The costumes of a cabaret performance are opulent garments characterized by vivid hues for the principal actors, highlighting embellishments crafted from lustrous, reflective materials. The cabaret performance employs technology that amplifies the artists' visibility. The environment is both functional and opulent, contemporary and refined. A diversified roster allows for a cabaret performance where lead artists need not consistently occupy the center stage.

The unique performance techniques of each of the four traditional schools of the Chinese yangqin

Qiqi Luo — 2025-12-31

This research article is part of the dissertation "The Chinese Yangqin: Performance Technique and Aesthetics since 1949". The Guangdong yangqin school, with its clear and bright tone, exhibits a lyrical and cheerful musical style. The tone of the Jiangnan Yangqin school is soft and delicate, showing a gentle musical style. The Sichuan yangqin school has a noisy timbre and shows a passionate musical style. The Northeast Yangqin school is a fusion of many cultures, with strong compatibility and rich tone colours, showing a strong and optimistic musical style.

Performance techniques are most influenced by the standard of living and culture of the region. Although the four traditional schools have commonalities in the use of performance techniques, with the increase in techniques, each school has its own unique techniques that better reflect the differences in history, culture, geography, and customs of different regions. The researcher found through investigation that the gradual disappearance of some playing techniques has led to a reduction in the characteristics of the schools, perhaps facing extinction.