Identity of Like of Phetchaburi

Abstract

                  This academic research had the purpose to study the identity of Like of Phetchaburi which synthesized from the background, components, and method of performing of Like of Phetchaburi. The data was collected from the related research and interviewing by studying information from research, textbooks, documents, and observation. The study found that the identity of Like of Phetchaburi had 4 characteristics; 1) the combination between Like and Lakhon Chatri in Like of Phetchaburi It is a style that brings different strategies or songs. From the Chatri Muang Phet drama show, it is used to mix and match in the Likay performance. 2) the language and accent communication of Likay Mueang Phet is mainly done in the central language. 3) method of Phetchaburi Like’s signing style. The meaning will be emphasized for easy understanding and 4) Role playing in the performance The actor will communicate emotions according to the role of the character. The identity of Like of Phetchaburi had the similar components to the Like from different parts of Thailand. However, the important factors that made up the identity of Like of Phetchaburi were the local performers themselves. The local Like performers’ way of life and culture of Phetchaburi that were displayed in performance made Like of Phetchaburi distinguished from the