Report: ANI
KARACHI: The Royal Thai Consulate-General in Karachi, in collaboration with Thailand’s Ministry of Culture, is supporting the participation of the renowned Thai cultural dance troupe Nataya Chula from Chulalongkorn University at the World Culture Festival 2026, organized by the Arts Council of Pakistan in Karachi.
The Thai troupe will present five performances showcasing Thailand’s rich cultural heritage, traditional dance, music and artistic diversity. The performances will take place on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 8:00 PM at Auditorium 1, Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi.
The programme will feature The Colors of Siam, celebrating Thailand’s four regions; Sri Dhamma Lila, inspired by the ancient Srivijaya civilization; The Grace of Two-Sword Combat, based on the traditional martial art of Krabi Krabong; Soeng Kapo: Coconut Shell Dance, a folk performance from northeastern Thailand; and The Way of Thai Traditions, highlighting the relationship between Thai people, their lifestyles and river-based traditions.
Nataya Chula is dedicated to preserving and promoting Thai classical dance and music through contemporary artistic expression. The troupe has received awards and royal recognition and participated in cultural exchanges across six countries.
The World Culture Festival provides an international platform for artists to promote cultural dialogue, artistic collaboration and mutual understanding.
Thailand’s participation reflects the Royal Thai Consulate-General’s commitment to strengthening cultural relations between Thailand and Pakistan while introducing Pakistani audiences to Thailand’s diverse artistic traditions.
