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Phare: The Cambodian Circus — an Extraordinary Evening Performance

Experience Phare, the Cambodian Circus — a globally acclaimed, narrative-driven big-top spectacular blending acrobatics, live music, and visual storytelling rooted in the trauma and resilience of Cambodia's post-Khmer Rouge generation. Profoundly moving and utterly unique.

What to expect

Beneath a blazing big-top on the edge of Siem Reap, a company of exceptional young Cambodian artists throw themselves into breathtaking acrobatic sequences, contortion, juggling, and fire acts, all woven into a dramatic narrative. Live musicians perform original scores that shift from haunting Khmer melody to driving rhythm. The 60-minute performance leaves audiences standing. Afterwards, many performers come to the entrance to meet guests.

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Phare, The Cambodian Circus (official)
USD 38–118 per person depending on seating tier (VIP front-of-house available)
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Good to know

Performances run most evenings at 8 pm; check the schedule and book VIP seats well in advance at pharecircus.org. Evening timing suits cruise passengers who have spent the day at the temples. Tuk-tuks from Siem Reap centre cost approximately USD 2–4 each way. Your ticket directly supports the social enterprise and its 1,200+ students.

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AmaWaterways · AmaDara
7 nights · calls at Siem Reap
from $1,929
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