ChulaThaiYO Delights Peruvian Audiences

Chulalongkorn University reaffirms its role in using arts and culture as a form of cultural diplomacy, in line with the “CU Togetherness” policy of Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, which aims to expand international collaboration. This also supports the “Chula Social Engagement for Cultural Sustainability” policy led by Associate Professor Dr. Yuttana Chappanarat, Vice President, which emphasizes driving sustainable social development through arts and culture. 

On September 16–17, 2025, Chulalongkorn University brought the Chulalongkorn University Thai Traditional Youth Orchestra (ChulaThaiYO)—composed of students from the Faculty of Education and Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts—to perform in Lima, Peru, for two full days of cultural exchange. 

• The first performance took place on September 16, 2025, at the Teatro Municipal de Lima, one of the oldest and most prestigious theaters in Peru. 
• The second performance on September 17, 2025, was held at the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site in the Miraflores district of Lima, an important site dating back over 1,500 years and reflecting pre-Incan civilization. 

The delegation was led by Asst. Prof. Dr. Vitchatalum Laovanich, Assistant to the President, along with Mr. Kunchit Jitratan, Director of the Office of Art and Culture Administration, who guided the students in proudly representing the university and Thailand. 

Distinguished guests in attendance included Mr. Elmer José Germán Gonzalo Schialer Salcedo, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Peru; Mr. Pisanu Sobhon, Thai Ambassador to Lima; and Mr. Treethap Noppakhun, Minister Counselor for Culture, who played a key role in elevating Thai arts to the international stage. 

The performances showcased a rich blend of Thai music and dance, including

• “Homrong Maharaj” (Royal Overture) 
• “Chao Phraya Suite: The River of Time and Civilization” 
• Traditional Thai string ensemble 
• “Nok Kamin Sam Chan” (The Three-Tiered Oriole Melody) 
• A Khon masked dance drama scene: “Yok Rob” (Battle Scene) 
• “Serng Bong Lang” folk dance 
• “Kinnari Ron” (The Soaring Kinnari Dance) 
• “Manorah Buchayan” (Manorah Offering Dance) 

The event concluded with a joint Ramwong circle dance, involving both Thai performers and Peruvian participants, creating a joyful and warm atmosphere of cultural friendship. 

The success of this performance was made possible under the direction and supervision of:

• Dr. Sirichaicharn Fachamroon, National Artist 
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Malinee Achayuttakan, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts 
• Dr. Sakwin Siriwatthanakul, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts 
• Mr. Chalermpan Ruwicha, Faculty of Education 

The vibrant atmosphere of both performances, filled with enthusiastic applause and smiles from the audience, highlighted the remarkable success of the event and demonstrated the power of Thai soft power in gracefully conveying the beauty of Thai music and dance to a global audience. 

Chulalongkorn University takes great pride in representing Thailand on the world stage, using Thai arts and culture to strengthen longstanding diplomatic ties and foster enduring friendships between Thailand and Peru. 

Read more at: https://www.chula.ac.th/en/news/261919/