THE CREATIVE OF A PERFORMING ARTS ‘ETHNICS IN KORAT GEOPARK’

การสร้างสรรค์การแสดงชุด ชาติพันธุ์ในอุทยานธรณีโคราช

Abstract

The objectives of this study were to: 1) investigate cultural contexts of ethnic groups along the Korat Geopark area in Sikhio, Sung Noen, Kham Thale So, Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima, and Chaloem Phra Kiat districts, Nakhon Ratchasima; 2) create a performing arts called ‘Ethnics in Korat Geopark’; and 3) evaluate the value of the show ethnics in Korat Geopark. The study employed the qualitative research method, collecting data from document investigation, interviews, participatory observations, and non-participatory observations from local leaders, and experts in Korat ethnics and geographical park. The data were analyzed and synthesized into performing arts.

            The study showed that ethnics in Korat Geopark were different and unique in terms of historical backgrounds, cultures, local traditions, and ways of life, which can be studied and researched for conservation and transferring to later generations and interested persons through the creation of a performing arts. The dancing performance consisted of three parts; the song lyrics, making gestures from lyrics and melodies that reflect the characteristics of each ethnic group, and making gestures from melody that expresses a collaborative spirit. The performing art was used together with the newly composed melody. The costumes design was adapted from the unique costume of each ethnic group. This was the appropriate creativity of an unique performing arts for students in the networked schools, and an activity for schools to promote the Korat Geopark to the UNESCO’ World Geopark.