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INFLUENCE

Domination. Manipulation. Survival of the fittest How do we create a place for ourselves in the world?

Survival of the fittest.

Influence mixes drama, circus and puppetry to explore struggles for power and survival: survival of the fittest. From primordial organisms battling in pre-historic jungles to an ancient king being manipulated by external forces or a runner tripping his competitors to win a race; all seek to triumph. The characters of Influence dominate and are dominated, trick and are tricked, but ultimately discover their own strength and find unique place in the world.

Influence is one of the latest creations by Phare Ponleu Selpak, with funding support from UNESCO and the European Union as part of a professional arts development project. The artists, musicians and their teachers have come up with a powerful, theatrical drama about a contemporary social issue, survival of the fittest and struggle for power, that is on track to become a top Phare production.

 

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Phare Circus performance "Influence" - survival of the fittest: artist throws fire baton in the air, watched by musicians and perfomers
Phare Circus performance "Influence" - survival of the fittest: performers in black costumes attach strings to a "puppet"
Phare Circus performance "Influence": dramatic scene with perfomers covered by straw mats
Phare Circus performance "Influence": performers pretend to race each other in slow motion
Phare Circus performance "Influence" - survival of the fittest: male perfomers in black battle with bamboo sticks
Phare Circus performance "Influence": partner acrobatics as one performer waits to catch his partner
Phare Circus performance "Influence"; perfomers jump through human pyramid
Phare Circus show "Influence": 2 male performers stand in front of human pyramid, having just jumped through
Phare Circus show "Influence" - survival of the fittest: male performer holds hands over female seated on stage. Musicians in background
Phare Circus performance "Influence": male performers watch female performer juggling
Phare Circus performance "Influence": male performer balances female performer overhead with one hand
Phare Circus performance "Influence": performers and musicians watch another do Diabolo

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As we welcome “Influence” to the Siem Reap big top, guests might be interested to know more about the story behind it. Many of the themes are universally recognizable, while others are very specific to the Cambodian experience.

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NOTE: Phare, The Cambodian Circus’ shows are inspired by the real-life experiences of its creators and performers and deal with themes such as war, discrimination, relationships, poverty and ghosts. Some performances contain smoke, loud noises & music and strobe lights. Please consult with a member of the ticketing staff if you have any concerns or you have very young children.

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