What's On Today: Thursday, July 24, 2008

16 bronze sculptures created from 1972–1979 by Thai artist, Nonthivatha Chandhanaphalin. At the Ardel Gallery of Modern Art, 99/45 Belle Ville (moo 18) Boromrachachonanee Road (Km 10.5), Salathammasob, Taveewattana. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 18:30 and Sundays 09:30 to 17:30. Tel: 02 422 2092.

Theme park with fantasy land, adventure land and dream garden. Rides, roller coaster and shows. Open every day. Ten minutes drive north of Don Muang airport. 62 Moo.1 Rangsit-Nakornnayok Rd, Km.7 Thanyaburi, Patumthani. Tel: 02 533 1152.

Safari park and marine park. Highlights include a wildlife feeding show, white tiger show, jungle cruise river ride and adventure island. Open daily from 09:00-17:00. Km 9, Ram Intra Road, Minburi. Tel: 02 914 4100.

Variety of summer schools at Harrow International School; English Language Programme, Academic, Enrichement and Sports Camps. For more information telephone 02 503 7222 ext 1147 and ask for Mr Lee Webster.

Thailand’s 3rd international franchise, licensing and business opportunities show, the largest in Asia with more than 250 booths, an increase of 20% from TFBO 2007. At BITEC, 88 Bangna-Trad Rd, Bangna 10260. Tel: 02 861 4013.

Thailand’s largest gathering of Manufacturers/ distributors / suppliers of equipment and supplier of retail, food, restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets, hotel and catering businesses for trade visitors only. At BITEC, 88 Bangna-Trad Rd, Bangna 10260. Tel: 02 2861 4013.

Special retrospective exhibition by Navin Rawanchaikul at the River Promenade. Free admission and open from 10:00 until 18:00. Take complementary boat from Taksin bridge. 13 Charoen Nakhorn Rd. Tel: 02 252 3900.

Award winning Thai traditional paintings and semi-Thai traditional paintings with oil, acrylic, water color techniques. At The Queen's Gallery, 101 Ratchadamnoen Klang Rd., Bowonniwet, Phra Nakhon. Open from 10:00 until 19:00. Tel: 02 281 5360.

You can dance Salsa in Bangkok most nights of the week. For more information on venues, times and courses please visit the website of Salsa Bangkok.

You can learn to dance Tango in Bangkok most nights of the week. For more information on courses, venues and times please visit the website of Tango Bangkok.

Well known Children's Discovery museum together with Disney have created a interactive learning exhibition featuring Disney classics, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty and the Little Mermaid. Museum is at the Northern edge of Chatuchak market. Mo Chit BTS. Kamphaengpetch Rd. Tel. 02 615 7333.

Over 1,500 animals including elephants, hipos, lions, tigers, rhinoceros and gibbons. Situated around a lake with paddleboats and restuarant. Open daily from 08:00-18:00. 71 Rama V Road, Dusit, Bangkok 10300. Tel: 02 282 7111-3.

For children from 9 to 16, a camp focusing on life skills development and learning ability to develop a positive attitude. See website for more details. Tel: 084 637 6556

Selection of summer schools including intensive English camps, adventure camps, sailing camp and diving camp. For more details telephone 02 513 0270-1

For a comprehensive look at what English language cinema is showing in Bangkok and throughout Thailand click on "More Info..." for detailed listings of movies and international films in the English language, as well as film reviews.

For those who wish to learn the secrets of Thai cooking while taking in the sights on the Chao Phraya River. Introduction to Thai fresh produce and how to cook five traditional Thai dishes. More details on website. Tel: 02 477 0770.

Every Sunday a special mini buffet and kids corner at Cuisine Unplugged at the Pullman Bangkok King Power hotel. 8/2 Rangnam Rd., Thanon-Phayathai, Ratchathewi. Tel: 02 680 9999.

Seafood restaurant at The Oriental Bangkok which is well known for it's magnificent seafood buffet lunches. Open daily for buffet lunches and a la carte dinners. 48 Oriental Avenue. Tel: 02 659 9000 ext 7680.

The Authors' Lounge at The Oriental hotel, a colonial tearoom on the Chao Phraya river. Scones, sandwiches, savouries, sweets, ice creams, cakes, wide selection of teas and coffees. Afternoon tea from 12:00 until 18:00 daily. 48 Oriental Avenue. Tel: 02 659 9000.

Afternoon tea at The Peninsula Bangkok in The Lobby. Ideal place for friends to meet, share snacks and the latest news, or for business associates to gather for a quiet meeting, all against the magnificent backdrop of the Chao Phraya River. The ambience is elegant yet casual. Afternoon tea from 14:00 until 18:00. 333 Charoennakorn Road, Khlong San. Tel: 02 861 2888.

Daily afternoon tea at the Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok in the Lobby Lounge with a choice of over 80 teas. Weekend special afternoon tea buffet with live music. 89 Soi Wat Suan Phlu, Charoen Krung Road, Bang Rak. Tel: 02 236 7777.

Special value lunch and dinner set menus from THB 1,000 and THB 2,100 respectively for local Thai and expat residents only. Quote "Summer Menus Promotion". At the well known Le Normandie restaurant at the Oriental Hotel. 48 Oriental Avenue. Tel: 02 659 9000.

Renowned for its nightly live jazz and large selection of cocktails in a relaxing jungle like atmosphere. Telephone for more details. At The Oriental Bangkok, 48 Oriental Avenue. Tel: 02 236 0400

One of the two best known and regarded stadiums for Muay Thai boxing. Open on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sundays from 18:30. Ratchadamnoen Nok Avenue. Tel: 02 281 4205 / 02 280 1684.

Performance of Thailand's arts and cultural heritage with special effects. A journey to the enchanted Kingdom of Thailand. Open daily from 17:30-22:00. More details on website. Tiamruammit Road, Huaykwang. Tel: 02 649 9222

Cabaret in Bangkok with an evening of performances, dancing and singing with more than 50 beautiful 'women' and a lot of fun. Two shows a night at 20:15 and 21:45. Open daily from 20.00. More details on website. Main Lobby, The Asia Hotel, Phayathai road. Tel: 02 653 3960-2

We Will Rock You is a new breed of musical; a unique collaboration between Queen – the legends of rock – and one of Britain 's most successful playwrights and comic genius, Ben Elton. The result is an electrifying “rock theatre” experience that is “guaranteed to blow your mind” and send audiences out of the theatre on a high. It was author and director Ben who persuaded Queen's founding members Roger Taylor and Brian May to use Queen's songs for a musical. Undoubtedly it is the Ben Elton/Queen marriage that has created the masterpiece, but they sensibly added some of the world's top creative talent to the mix. 20 Shows in total with more details on website. At the Muangthai Ratchadalai Theatre, 4th Fl., Esplanade Shopping Centre. Tel: 02 262 3456.

Daily cruises on the Chao Phraya River including trips to Ayutthaya, over night cruises, sunset cocktail cruises and special events such as New Year's Eve, Valentines and the Loy Krathong festival. Check website for further details. Tel: 02 943 4047.

Daily cruises on the Chao Phraya River including special dinner cruises, sunset cocktail cruises, Ayutthaya cruises and special events such as New Year's Eve, Valentines and the Loy Krathong festival. Check website for further details. Tel: 02 476 5207.

Unique river cruises to visit parts of Thailand rarely visited by tourists including bicycle tours. Two and three day tours available. Visit website for further details.

Simple, fun and leisurely bicycle trips suitable for adults and children over seven. Small groups and interesting routes taking you to places rarely seen in Bangkok. Tel: 087 077 9696.

Play areas, toys and fun activities in an educational environment. Nature, environment and technology themes. Open Tuesday to Friday 09:00-17:00 and weekends 10:00-18:00. Northern edge of Chatuchak Market. Queen Sirikit Park, Kamphaengpetch Rd. Mo Chit BTS. Tel: 02 615 7333.

Contemporary Thai art exhibition by Thai artist Ruthairat Kumsrichan. At theRose Garden Riverside. Km 32 Pet Kasem Road, Sampran, Nakorn Pathom 73110.

Early years summer school, intensive English camp, golf, sports and adventure camp, golf camp, basketball camp and summer school for children from 10 to 16. Check website for more details. At Bromsgrove International School, 55 Mu 9 Windsor Park & Golf Club, Minburi. Tel: 02 989 4873.

The "world's largest open air museum" highlights the architecture and arts of Thailand through the ages. Open every day from 08:00-17:00. Tel: 02 709 1644.

Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Fair 2008. Close to Queen Sirikit National Convention Center MRT station or Asoke BTS. 60 New Ratchadapisek, Klongtoei. Tel: 02 203 4231-6.

A world cultural phenomenon, "Earth from Above: An aerial portrait of our planet towards a sustainable development" has been seen by over 120 million people. At the outdoor arena and amphitheatre zone, Zen, Central World. Open from 10:00-10:00. Chitlom or Siam BTS. Corner of Rama 1 and Ratchadamri Roads.

Exhibition by Thai artist, Montri questioning human rights through his photography installations. At the 100 Tonson Gallery open from 11:00 until 19:00. 100 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Rd. Tel: 02 684 1527.

Exhibition by Thai artist, Chalit Nakpawan at the Galerie N. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00. 139/5 Wireless Road, Lumpinee. Tel: 02 252 1592.

Month of art, short films, art fair, musical and theatrical performances starting with a "Nude Exhibition" at Siam Paragon Department store. Open 10:00-22:00. Siam BTS. Rama I Road, Pathumwan. More information in Thai on website.

A photo exhibition of the force of nature, physical destruction and psychological trauma in Burma after cyclone Nargis. At the Foreign Correspondents Club of Thailand (FCCT), Penthouse, Maneeya Centre from 10:00 until 23:00. 518/5 Ploenchit Road. Tel: 02 652 0580 / 02 652 0581.

40 watercolour paintings by members of the Chulalongkorn University Preparatory School Alumni Association under Royal Patronage. Daily from 09:00 until 21:00. At the Amari Watergate Hotel, 847 Petchburi Road. Tel: 02 653 9000.

First group exhibition by three Northern Thailand artists, Kitikong Tilokwattanotai, Auxchanok Chirakul and Apirak Jianpinidnun. Open from 11:00 to 19:00. At the Art Republic, 3rd floor, Peninsula Plaza, 153 Rajadamri Rd. Tel: 02 652 1801.

Ploenchit International Kindergarten is offering an academic enriched and fun filled summer school program which is open to all. Some of the regular weekly outings are to places like the British Club; for swimming and snacks, Books @ 53 –Library, Nelson Hay Library, Central World - P.K. Park Education and to Lumpini Park / Benjasiri Park. All the summer artwork and other materials will be compile in a Summer Scrapbook for our ‘Graduation Day’ at the end of each summer. More details on website. 121/ 5 Ruam Rudi 5, Ploenchit Rd. Tel: 02 256 6452-3.

Large and luxurious cinema with various screens (including an IMAX theatre) and VIP seats. This week showing Batman: The Dark Knight, Get Smart, Hancock, Hellboy 2 and Wanted. Check the website or telephone cinema for the exact schedule. 5/F Siam Paragon, 999/1 Rama I, Pathumwan. Tel: 02 515 5555.

Modern cinema with various screens and VIP seats located in a well-known shopping mall. This week showing Batman: The Dark Knight, Hellboy 2, Hancock and Wanted. Check website or telephone cinema for exact schedule. National Stadium BTS. 7th Floor, MBK Center, 444 Phayathai Road, Pathumwan. Tel: 02 268 8888.

Located next to Siam Square this cinema has easy access from the Siam BTS station. This week showing Hancock, Hellboy 2 and Batman: The Dark Knight. Check the website or telephone cinema for exact schedules. Opposite Siam Centre, Rama I Rd, Pathumwan, Bangkok. 10330. Tel: 02 252 6498.

World class cinema with IMAX 3D and surround sound system. This week showing The Dark Knight. Check the website or telephone cinema for exact schedules. Paragon Cineplex, 5th Floor, Rama1 Road, Pathumwan 10300. Tel: 02 129 4631.

Afternoon tea with a chocolate buffet and a harpist, guitarist or live jazz. At the InterContinental Bangkok, 973 Ploenchit Road, Pathum Wan. Tel: 02 656 0444.

Well known bar in central Bangkok with live jazz most evenings. Ernesta Dunbar, the well known jazz singer will be playing until the 27th July on Monday to Fridays from 19:30 and Saturdays from 21:45. Telephone ahead to check schedule. At The Diplomat Bar, Conrad Hotel. 87 Wireless Road, Phatumwan. Tel: 02 690 9999.

Bank of Thailand Governor Tarisa Watanagase will speak on the outlook for the Thai economy and the central bank's role in Thailand's economic fortunes in the coming years. From 19:00 at the Foreign Correspondents Club of Thailand (FCCT), Penthouse, Maneeya Centre, 518/5 Ploenchit Road. Tel: 02 652 0580 / 02 652 0581.

Seven different zones including deep reef, living ocean, rocky shore, open ocean, penguin, shark feeding and glass bottom boat trips. Open daily 09:00-22:00. Near Siam BTS station. B1-B2 Floor, Siam Paragon, 991 Rama 1 Road. Tel: 02 919 7200.

Photo exhibition by Claude Estebe focusing on the way in which Japanese women walk, stand and squat at the Kathmandu Photo Gallery, 87 Pan road (near Indian Temple), off Silom road, Bangrak. Tel: 02 234 6700 .

Selected nude paintings by famous Thai artists at the Number 1 Gallery. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 until 19:00 and Sundays from 11:00 until 18:00. Unit B15, B26-27 The Silom Galleria 919/1 Silom Soi 19. Tel: 02 260 3381.

Pop influenced paintings by Thai artist Preyawit Palm Nilachulaka. Open from 10:30 until 19:00. 3rd Floor, #331, Silom Galleria, 919/1 (near Silom Soi 19) Silom Rd. Tel: 02 237 5568.

Exhibition by Thai artists, Sutee Kunavichayanont, Krit Ngamsom and Thakol Khaosa-ad. At the H Gallery, open from 12:00 until 18:00. 201 Sathorn Soi 12. Tel: 081 310 4428.

A collection of impressionistic oil paintings by Chahn Sutarapong. At the Rotunda Gallery, Neilson Hayes library. Open Tuesday to Sunday 09:30-17:00. Located near Silom Road at 195 Surawong Road. Tel: 02 233 1731.

A collection of black and white portraits by Ayako Tsuda. At the Garden Gallery & Cafe, Neilson Hayes library. Open Tuesday to Sunday 09:30-17:00. Located near Silom Road at 195 Surawong Road. Tel: 02 233 1731.

Landscape exhibition by Thai artist Apiruk Punmoonsilp at the Art Space, Silom Galleria. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00 and Sundays from 11:00 to 18:00. 919/1, Silom Rd., Soi 19, Bangrak. Tel: 02 630 3381.

Santi Lawrachawee's first solo exhibition created by cutting 1000 lumps of paper into a letter shape and exhibiting them as a paper installation. Bangkok University Gallery, Bangkok University, City Campus, 109 Rama 4 Road. Open from 09:30 until 18:00. Tel: 02 350 3626.

Special pre opening screening of Mamma Mia, with an all star cast, for British Club members at Central World. More details on website.

If you’ve scorched your tastebuds on too much chilli, try some authentic, Middle Eastern comfort food. During July, Latitude Lounge and Bar will be bubbling with a bohemian vibe and exotic Arabian-night-inspired cocktails with hints of mint and cinnamon. These will be served alongside humus, babaganoush, kefta and mini kebabs. As strains of Arabian lounge music fill the air, be captivated by the allure of lush Arabic strings and hip gyrating darbuka-driven rhythms. With live sophisticated entertainments until 01:00. At the Latitude lounge and bar, Banyan Tree. 21/100 South Sathon Road. Tel: 02 679 1200.

Guests of Banyan Tree Bangkok’s Vertigo can experience the ultimate in alfresco dining with Oumi beef. Famed for its depth of flavour, Oumi is considered the “caviar of beef” with a marbled texture which increases the ten-derness, so it literally melts in the mouth. The cattle are reared on the banks of Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest freshwater lake and the art of creating meat with such an intensely delicate taste is shrouded in mystery. The livestock are said to dine on natural grains, drink beer and receive regular massages with sake! At Vetigo, Banyan Tree. 21/100 South Sathon Road. Tel: 02 679 1200.

The month of July sees an emphasis on authenticity and simplicity at Banyan Tree Bangkok’s Bai Yun, with the best seafood. In a restaurant renowned for its understated elegance, the freshest catch will be transformed into both traditional and contemporary creations such as Maine Lobster and Vegetables Confit, Fennel, Shimeji, Capsicum, Pine Nut Balsamic Dressing. This is exemplified by tantalising wok-fried lobster, drizzled with an XO sauce and baked lobster, where the subtle flavours are enhanced with a ginseng herb reduction. At Bai Yun, Banyan Tree. 21/100 South Sathon Road. Tel: 02 679 1200.

Activities include Concerts, Master Classes, Seminars, Competitions, Guitar Exibitions, and more with Alma Guitar Duo (Nutavut Ratanakarn and Ekachai Jearakul) (Thailand) , Yasuaki Hiura (Japan), Alessio Monti (Italy), Wasu Putrisoporn(Thailand). Ermanno Bottiglieri (Italy), Jose Manuel Dapena (Spain), Ek-karach Charoennit (Thailand). The concerts and activities will be held at the Goethe Institute and the India-Thai Chamber of Commerce Hall at 13 Sathorn Soi 1. More details on website.

Live music six nights of the week with local and international bands. Telephone to check exact schedule. Tel: 02 236 8010.

Series of prenatal classes in English in an informal setting providing information and allowing parents to meet other parents. Held four times a month, every other month. For exact dates and times check website for further details. At the BNH Hospital, 9/1 Convent Rd, Silom Tel: 02 686 2700. Ext 3372.

An exhibition of paintings by Olga Polunin at the Bed Supperclub. Open from 20:30. 26 Soi Sukhumvit 11. Tel: 02 651 3537.

Acrylic paintings on canvas by Paramat Lueng-on showing his strong faith in Buddhism. At the Gossip Gallery & Cafe, open from 10:30 until 21:00 (Mondays; open from 16:00). 8/7 Sukhumvit 28. Tel: 02 258 6247.

8 artists exhibiting at Ardel's new gallery in Bangkok, the Third Place Gallery. Sukhumvit 55, Thonglor Soi 10. Open from 10:00 until 20:30. Tel: 02 422 2092.

Kiat-anan Eimchan, the first prize winner of the 8 th Panasonic Art Competition, unveils his new painting collection discussing the "Burden of Happiness." The sarcastic mocking of human behaviors in his painting is counter balanced by his sense of humor and colorful palette. "Alright, I shall greed" exhibition is a reflection of the little world we are living in, communicated with a heavy dose of eccentric and whimsical style. At La Lanta Fine Art, 245/14 Sukhumvit 31 Road. Open Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 to 19:00 and Saturday 12:00 to 19:00. Tel: 02 204 0583.

Featuring major architectural works between 1967-1987, the exhibition explores how Thai architects of the era grappled with the influence of the nation’s rising business elites, new construction technologies, and modernist style. At the Thailand Creative & Design Center (TCDC), 6th Fl. The Emporium Shopping Complex, 622 Sukhumvit 24. Tel: 02 664 8448.

Solo photo exhibtion by Spanish artist, Xavier Comas. His photographic work explores awareness underlying human relationships. At the nospace gallery from 14:00 until 20:00. 178 Pridi Phanomyong 20 Sukhumvit 71. Tel: 086 789 8966.

Exhibtion by Worariddh Riddhagni at the Sombat Permpoon Gallery. 12 Sukhumvit Soi 1. Open from 09:00 until 20:00. Tel: 02 254 6040.

Exhibition of paintings by the children of the Mercy Centre. At the Park Food Hall, 5th Floor of the Emporium. 622 Sukhumvit Road, corner of Soi 24, BTS station Phrom Phong. Tel: 02 269 1000 Ext 1726/7.

DJs Billy V and Joeki present international house music. Minimum age 20 and I.D. required. Open from 22:00-03:00. 500 Baht entrance fee includes 2 drinks. Q Bar - Sukhumvit Soi 11 Tel: 02-2523274.

Large cinema located on Sukhumvit Road with easy access by Prom Phong BTS. This week showing Batman: The Dark Knight, Wanted, Hancock, Hellboy 2 and Kung Fu Panda. Check the website or telephone cinema for exact schedules. 6th Floor, The Emporium, Sukhumwit 24, Bangkok. Tel: 02 268 8888.

At Flava restaurant, our chef has now created some extra mouthwatering shrimp menus, cooked up freshly in our kitchen. 8 new shrimp dishes will be offered throughout the promotion daily from 1st July – 31st August 2008 from 11:00-23:00 at Flava Restaurant & Bar, Dream Hotel. 10 Soi 15, Sukhumvit Road. Tel: 02 254 8500.

Blue on Blue at Tokyo Joe's Bar & Restaurant. Located opposite Tara hotel. 5/9 Sukhumvit Soi 26. Tel: 02 259 6267.

Pumping rock, rhythm and blues as well as your favourite numbers. Hear them every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday nights. Food and drink available from 20:00-01:00. 10-19 Sukhumvit Soi 33, Klongtoei, Wattana. Tel. 02 260 8430.

Authentic Irish band "No Fixed Abode" at Finnegan's Irish pub. Open daily from 10:30–01:00. 23/1 Sukhumvit Soi 4. Tel: 02 656 8160.

Live music with the Vertigo at Hanrahans Irish Pub. Close to Ploenchit BTS. Map on website. Located at 12/1 Sukhumvit 4. Tel: 02 255 0644.

Long running drag cabaret performing main stream numbers, Broadway and big melodramatics. Open daily. Shows at 20:30 and 22:00. Washington Square, Sukhumvit Rd, Near Sukhumvit Soi 22. Tel. 02 259 5128.