Thailand dance troupe to perform at Maumee church, March 21st

First Presbyterian Church of Maumee, 200 E. Broadway Street, will host a dance/drama troupe from Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 21, 2014.

The troupe is currently on a nation-wide tour covering several states, including Ohio. The dancers and actors are professional staff members of the Christian Communications Institute (CCI), the evangelistic arm of Payap University.

The Institute was established almost 40- years ago for the purpose of teaching Christian truth through the use of Thai cultural expressions. During the school year these artists lead week-long renewal programs for elementary and secondary students. They teach ethical and spiritual values using music, dance, and drama.

Although the Institute’s principal ministry is in Thailand, its performers have presented their art in more than a dozen countries on four continents.

During their current tour the troupe is featuring several dances from the four regions of Thailand. The program will conclude with a traditional Thai melodrama based on the parable of Good Samaritan.

The performance is free, and open to the public; however, there will be an opportunity to donate toward the cost of transportation for the artists.

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