The theatre, located on the edge of the Pahutu area in the north of Chinatown, has been funded by the royal family since its opening in 1933 and is the largest and most modern theatre in Thailand. Classical dance is the essence of Thailand dance art. It has a history of about 300 years and is famous for its classical dance, especially -: Khon". The main instruments accompanied by Thai classical dance are drums, gongs, cymbals, clappers, flutes, huqin, Sheng and other folk instruments.