Thai Ministry of Culture Names Baan Noorg Artistic Director of Fifth Thailand Biennale
The Thai Ministry of Culture has appointed jiradej-pornpilai meemalai: BAAN NOORG as artistic director of the Fifth Thailand Biennale, with Emily Chin-Jie Lee, Gesyada Siregar, and Tyuki Imamura serving as curators.
Appointment and Curatorial Team
The Thai Ministry of Culture has named jiradej-pornpilai meemalai: BAAN NOORG as artistic director of the Fifth Thailand Biennale, according to ArtReview. Emily Chin-Jie Lee, Gesyada Siregar, and Tyuki Imamura will serve as curators of the event.
Dates and Location
The biennale is scheduled to take place from December 2027 to April 2028 in Rayong, on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand. This timing places the event in a specific seasonal window, with the exhibition spanning several months.
Institutional Role
The appointment by the Thai Ministry of Culture underscores the ministry's direct involvement in organizing the biennale. The selection of Baan Noorg as artistic director and the named curators highlights a collaborative approach to programming.
The Fifth Thailand Biennale is set to run from December 2027 to April 2028 in Rayong, under the artistic direction of Baan Noorg.
Future Prospects
While further details about the biennale's theme and participating artists have not been disclosed, the announcement signals early planning for the event. The appointment and curatorial team provide a foundation for the biennale's development over the coming years.
