Meet The Stars: Nem Mann By: Vattanak Chou Nem Mann is a circus artist who performs regularly with the show “Influence”. At only 18 he’s already a talented circus artist who does acrobatics and hand balancing. But that’s no surprise. He comes from a...
Meet The Stars: Chhoun Chandan (Loyl Nash) By Vattanak Chou Chhoun Chandan is a circus artist who specializes in Rola Bola and plays several roles, from “child” to “Pol Pot”, in the show “Sokha”. He grew up in Battambang and attended the...
Meet the Stars: Pen Robit By Vattanak Chou Pen Robit is a visual artist who plays the role of “Teacher” in the show “Sokha”. He grew up in Battambang and attended the Visual and Applied Arts School at Phare Ponleu Selpak. He also studied at...
From Phare to Cirque du Soleil Phare Circus is a social enterprise owned by Phare Ponleu Selpak non-profit school. At-risk Cambodian youth transform their lives through art and education. Some get well-paying jobs at Phare Circus in Siem Reap, some follow their...
Behind the Scenes: Influence By Vattanak Chou Survival of the fittest. Domination. Manipulation. How do we create a place for ourselves in the world? Influence mixes drama, circus and puppetry to explore struggles for power and survival. From primordial organisms...
Behind the Scenes: Chills Musicians By: Ngor Lyseang Chills is the story of a group of students who is haunted by two ghosts. It’s a funny and spooky show full of aerial acrobatics and high-energy group acts. It also has a playful score performed live by three...
