History:

Started as one afternoon event to celebrate “World Dance day” April 29th by the encouragement of Unesco Bangkok , Culture unit in front of Emporium Shopping Center organized by Dance Centre, school of performing arts. The success of the first contemporary dance performance “ Six Thinking Hats” ( Dr. Edward De Bono ) Performed by the Company of Performing Artistes, Thailand and free public performances, dance/acrobatic workshops and creative activities for general public was overwhelm. Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) became a venue partner since 2001 Benjasiri Park on Sukumvit rd. was the home of the festival for the first 10 years

The name of the festival changed from Dance Day Festival to The International Dance Festival in 2005.The festival grew from one afternoon to one month with 10-12 international acclaimed dance companies participated each year alongside 25-30 workshops and master classes conducted by guest choreographers offered to youth and local dance community. Since then The International Dance Festival is at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.

Many young Thai choreographers and dance companies sprouted from ‘The Young Choreographer Showcase”. The audiences grew from hundreds to thousands. Thanks to all our cultural partners and supporters.

Our goals are:

• to develop Thai youth to discover their own natural talent.

• to support young talented and professional Thai artists.

• to organize performances; master classes: workshop; seminars; exhibitions.

• to introduce and promote performing arts to the general public.

• to establish exchange programs with international institutions.

• to network and collaborate with individual performing artists and arts organization.