Phare Circus Reimagined

Phare Circus Reimagined

COVID-19 Impact on Phare Circus Phare Circus performances were suspended 17 March by government decree due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. All international arrivals to Cambodia ceased shortly after. Tourism has evaporated. Hotels, restaurants, shops and...
The Show Must Go On

The Show Must Go On

Due to the global health crisis, tourism to Cambodia has vanished. This is devastating for people whose livelihood depends on tourism. Phare Ponleu Selpak school receives over half its annual budget from Phare Circus. The circus depends on visitors to Cambodia. The...
Cambodian Symbolism in “Sokha”

Cambodian Symbolism in “Sokha”

Cambodian Symbolism in “Sokha” The Phare Circus show, Sokha, tells a powerful and emotional story and is full of Cambodian symbolism. It’s based on the true-life experience of Phare Ponleu Selpak’s founders – from when they were young students in...