Thailand is often overlooked when it comes to contemporary performing arts but the Bangkok Theatre Festival (BTF) was on the itinerary, along with the Shanghai Contemporary Theatre Festival. Crowder added: “I must confess my knowledge on Thai contemporary dance and theatre was pretty poor. All these artists are in their mid-to-late careers and their works are currently the blood in the veins of contemporary Thai dance and theatre. Either way, in my short experience Thai works seem to be on the pulse and aiming to remain relevant to the minute, which I applaud”. Having English as a common language is also a huge advantage.

Source: The Nation Bangkok November 28, 2016 18:04 UTC