PRESS RELEASE
FOR RELEASE ON OR AFTER AUGUST 1, 2009
CONTACT: Dan McCrory (323) 719-2173, Boonrueng Ketpongsuda (818) 284-1167
THAI COMMUNITY ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTER (TCACC)
Tel./Fax (310)827-2910
THE 17TH ANNUAL THAI CULTURAL DAY
TO HOST TRADITIONAL THAI DANCING, COSTUMES, ART, and the
2nd ANNIVERSARY OF PRESERVE AMERICA THAI TOWN
What: The festival, in its 17th year, provides amazing insight into the various art forms that Thailand calls their own: traditional Thai dancing, Thai costume fashion show, Thai classical music, Thai painting demonstrations, children folk games, children’s Thai headdresses, boxing, food and more.
Witness for yourself the rich culture and heritage of Thailand for free!
The 17th Thai Cultural Day will also celebrate Thai Town’s 2nd anniversary as a federally-recognized Preserve America Community. Visitors will be updated on the community’s efforts to date that increase the awareness of the cultural and historical significance of Thai Town.
Professor Vibul Wonprasat, founder, or Teresa Chung, Festival Co-Chair, will be happy to discuss with you - before, during or after the show - the meaning and importance of the festival.
Why: To celebrate Thai culture, music, fashion, traditional, and art.
Who: All visitors interested in a day full of cultural activities.
When: Sunday, September 20, 2009
Opening Ceremony begins at 12:00PM in the Gallery Theatre
Where: Barnsdall Art Park
4800 Hollywood Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
