MAE NAAK: Classic Opera

Somtow Sucharitkul’s presents the 5th production of his most celebrated opera: MAE NAAK. Don’t miss this rare chance to see live opera in Bangkok with a 15% discount. Use the promo code INTERNATIONS at Protected content

Since its premiere in Protected content three acclaimed stagings in Bangkok and London, this operatic incarnation of Thailand’s most feared - and fascinating - femme fatale.

“…the extraordinary character of Naak herself, whose strength and desire elevate her to the stature of a tragic heroine, leading us on a musical journey of a soul struggling to find peace.” (Serious Opera)

This opera brims with the macabre energy of Protected content Grand Guignol horror, yet suffused with lyricism, exotic colour, and deep romantic longing.
Conducted by Thailand’s foremost opera conductor Trisdee na Patalung and directed by the composer himself, it stars Thailand’s leading soprano Barbara Zion as Naak, the ghost who refuses to die, alongside Singaporean baritone Martin Ng as the devoted husband.

Sung in English with Thai and English surtitles.

We can meet for dinner at 6pm at 'Ginger Farm' in the adjacent King Square Community Mall (everyone pays their own bill). please let us know by 2 March if you will join us so we can reserve a table.

GETTING THERE
King’s College is to the south of Bangkok. Car is the best way to get there so Grab or Taxi will be the most realistic options.