Hi LucyLuckyLou, thank you for sharing your love for Phare Circus. "Khmer Metal" is a unique show created by the artists to share an aspect of the lives of modern, urban Cambodian youth. Definitely edgy and fun. As you mention, guests will enjoy a great show with the added benefit of supporting free academic and artistic education at Phare Ponleu Selpak non-profit school. Thanks again for including Phare Circus in your Siem Reap visit.

Hi Aidan C, Thanks for the review and recommendation. Hopefully readers will take your advice! :-) Sounds like you had the full evening experience. The Cambodian Street Food is prepared by some of Siem Reap's favorite street food chefs. The "Spiked Lemongrass" is my favorite cocktail. Pre-show entertainment varies from week-to-week and provided by visiting local performers and Phare Circus. The troupe you saw is called "MEDHA", Cambodia's first all-female drum troupe. They are indeed pioneers in their art. A couple film makers from LA started a documentary about them just before the pandemic called "Where the Roots Lie". Hopefully they can resume soon. Glad you enjoyed the main event, also. The performers do genuinely love what they do, and it shows. I'll pass along your appreciation to them. Best Regards, Craig

Hi Benita C, Thank you for the review. "Khmer Metal" definitely ROCKS! As you point out, it is a genuine take on the artists' experiences of Phnom Penh nightlife. It's an edgy, honest, provocative, high-energy performance. (I love it!) Everyone it Phare is THRILLED to be back. It's especially exciting to see life again all over Siem Reap. Thanks again for attending the show. Your appreciation for the artists' talent will be shared with them. Best Regards, Craig

Hi Virginie, thank you for sharing your experience of Phare Circus. Very glad to hear the whole family enjoyed the evening. You make a good point that Phare is much more than a great show, but supports free artistic and academic education for Phare Ponleu Selpak and provides jobs for the graduates. I'll be sure to share your appreciation with the artists. Best Regards, Craig Dodge Director of Sales & Marketing

Hi Mike B, Thank you for sharing your love for Phare. It's especially gratifying when praise is coming from other professional artists. We hope your family and friends found interesting items in the shop. Many items come from our own Phare Ponleu Selpak school, while others from various local artisans and crafts people. Good tip for the seating. There are fans and evaporative coolers behind the entire seating area. The air conditioning units are behind the top row. Thanks for including Phare Circus in your Siem Reap visit. We hope you enjoyed the new Siem Reap. Best Regards, Craig Dodge Director of Sales & Marketing

Hi Tom-Kit, Thanks for including Phare Circus in your Siem Reap visit. We're glad the whole family enjoyed. Glad you took part in the pre-show activities. The Cambodian street food is my favorite. Some locals and expats even come out just for the food. You make a very important point about the struggles Cambodia endured during the pandemic. The artists are a testament to the grit, determination, resilience and character of the Cambodian people as they faced 2 years of little to no income. Tourism is starting to recover and everyone in Siem Reap is thrilled to welcome back visitors. Thanks for the visit and the review. It's much appreciated by all. Best Regards, Craig Dodge Director of Sales & Marketing

Hi caelanjpt, Thanks for the review and recommendation to future guests. We hope they follow your advice! I'll be sure to pass your appreciation to the artists. They are indeed talented and passionate about what they do. Best Regards, Craig Dodge Director of Sales & Marketing