Choreography Creation of Sri Dvaravati Swarapunya Dance Set for Enhancing Public Relations and Promoting Cultural Tourism Attractions of Prasat Thong, Surin, Thailand
Keywords:
Cultural tourism, Cultural preservation, Sanctuary conservation, Soft powerAbstract
Choreography creation fosters growth and prosperity to the realm of dancing art. When a choreography is aesthetically pleasing, it gains widespread recognition and contributes to the creation of cultural identity and the promotion of cultural tourism on community levels. This research aimed to: (1) study the identities of Prasat Thong’s community, Prasat Thong Sub-district, Khwao Sinarin District, Surin Province, Thailand; (2) create the choreography of Sri Dvaravati Swarapunya; and (3) enhance the public relations and promoting cultural tourism of Prasat Thong’s community. Data was collected through documentary analysis and fieldworks, including observation, interview, focus group discussion, participation in community rituals, and workshop. A total of 100 individuals (77 informants for group 1, 10 key informants for group 2, 10 students for group 3, and three academic experts for group 4) were involved in this research, using the qualitative research approach by inductive analysis, and descriptive analysis. Research findings revealed that the identities of Prasat Thong’s community delved into the community’s histories, cultures and distinctive folk performances. The results showed that Prasat Thong’s community has the identities expressing through local performing arts and traditions, which provide a strong foundation for the development of choreography. Additionally, Sri Dvaravati Swarapunya dance set was literally designed to reflect those identities and community’s ways of life. It showcases a captivating blend of sacred and aesthetic dancing movements, paying homage to local arts and cultures with fostering community’s pride. This research not only created the choreography but also served a powerful tool for promoting the cultural tourism to Prasat Thong’s community, stimulating the local economy, and ensuring the conservation of this valuable cultural heritage.
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