Plae Kao: the Musical Reimagines Thailand’s Most Iconic Love Story
If you’re the kind of theatregoer who enjoys a good emotional wrecking, note down "Plae Kao" as your next must-watch.
This August, Dreambox Theater breathes new life into one of Thailand’s most heartbreaking love stories — often called the Romeo and Juliet of the Thai countryside — through an immersive full-length musical retelling that promises original musical compositions, soaring vocals from a powerful ensemble, and emotional gut punches in every scene.
Adapted from the cult classic film "Plae Kao" (also known as "The Scar"), which itself was based on Mai Muangderm’s celebrated novel, this stage production transports you to the rice fields of 1930s Bang Kapi, where fate pulls young lovers apart just as quickly as it draws them together.
Featuring music by Kaiwan Kulwattanothai, Suthee Saengsareechon, and Phudinan Deesawatmongkol, script and lyrics by Daraka Wongsirikul, and stage direction by Suwandee Jakraworawut, "Plae Kao" is both a celebration of Thai heritage and a universal story of love, loss, and longing.
At the heart of the story is Riam, a village girl whose innocent love for Khwan is complicated by old family feuds and social divides. When Riam is sold to a wealthy matron and swept into Bangkok's high society, she’s forced to choose between the glitter of her new world and the lingering hold of a love left behind.
The production features a standout cast including Khemawat Roengtham, Sayapa Singchu, and Radklao Amaradit, among others — each bringing raw vulnerability and dramatic depth to this beloved story.
Tickets are priced between THB1,300 and THB2,600. You can purchase your tickets on Dream Box here. Don't miss out!
For more information, visit Dreambox Theater on their website, Instagram, and Facebook.
Location: M Theatre, 2884/2 New Petchaburi Rd., Bangkok 10310
Dates: Aug. 23, 2025 to Aug. 24, 2025
Hours: Aug. 23: 2 PM to 7:30 PM | Aug. 24: 2 PM
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