WDance in Thailand is the main dramatic art form of Thailand. Thai dance, like many forms of traditional Asian dance, can be divided into two major categories that correspond roughly to the high art and low art distinction.
WKhon is a dance drama genre from Thailand. Khon has been performed since the Ayutthaya Kingdom.
WLakhon chatri is a genre of dance-drama from Central Thailand and is closely related to the Nora of Southern Thailand. The word "chatri" has been derived from Sanskrit "kshatriya" which means a member of the Hindu royal and warrior class above Vaisyas and below the Brahmans. Lakhon Chatri presents the story of the kings.
WLakhon nai is a Thai performing art originating in the royal court of Thailand. It features slow choreography accompanied by a piphat ensemble. The repertoire of lakhon nai consists of only four epics; the Ramakian, Unarut (Aniruddha), Inao (Panji), and Dalang. A variation of this genre with male performers is called lakhon nai phu chai.
WMenora is a type of dance drama originating in Southern Thailand and practised mainly in the northern states of Malaysia and southern provinces of Thailand. Menora also known as Manora Nora (โนรา) in Thai language.
WRomvong, Lamvong or Ramwong, pronounced [rām.wōŋ]), is a type of Southeast Asian dance where both females and males dance in a circle. It is a popular folk-dance in Cambodia, Laos and Thailand. It is a slow round dance continuously moving in a circular manner, and incorporates graceful hand movements and simple footwork. Both men and women participate in the same circle.
WWai khru ram muay is a ritual performed by participants before fighting in muay Thai competitions.