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From a Dream to a Guinness World Record: 4 Years of Circus History

From a Dream to a Guinness World Record: 4 Years of Circus History

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Mar 8, 2025

Do you remember where you were on March 8, 2021? At Phare Ponleu Selpak, we were making history! Four years ago, our artists, staff, and supporters came together to take on a challenge unlike any other—a 24-hour, 10-minute, and 30-second non-stop circus performance....
Meet Clémence Deville: A Passionate Volunteer in Communications at Phare Ponleu Selpak

Meet Clémence Deville: A Passionate Volunteer in Communications at Phare Ponleu Selpak

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Dec 26, 2024

At Phare Ponleu Selpak, our volunteers and interns bring fresh perspectives, boundless creativity, and an eagerness to make a difference. Whether they’re from Cambodia or across the globe, their contributions not only support our mission but also leave a lasting...
Empowering Futures: How Phare’s Lunch Support Program Makes a Difference

Empowering Futures: How Phare’s Lunch Support Program Makes a Difference

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Oct 16, 2024

At Phare Ponleu Selpak, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to transform their life through education and the arts. To make this possible, we’ve developed several sponsorship programs that support children from vulnerable backgrounds.   The safety and...
From Battambang to Cirque du Soleil: SOK Dina’s Journey to Becoming Cirque’s First Cambodian Performer

From Battambang to Cirque du Soleil: SOK Dina’s Journey to Becoming Cirque’s First Cambodian Performer

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Jul 11, 2024

If you haven’t already heard of SOK Dina, then prepare to be amazed. Dina is the first performer from Cambodia to join Cirque du Soliel in Montreal, Canada. Dina is also a circus alumnus from Phare Performing Arts School. From 2005 to 2011, Dina – and his friend and...
Phare Alumni Success Story: Meet LY Vanthan, the Music Pop Star of Cambodia

Phare Alumni Success Story: Meet LY Vanthan, the Music Pop Star of Cambodia

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | May 9, 2024

It is always a joy to get to interview Vanthan, the music alumni from the Performing Arts School of Phare Ponleu Selpak Vanthan is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, record producer, and instrumentalist. The well-known singer of “Khmer Gentleman” at Baramey...
Khmer New Year: How Phare Kindergarten Celebrated Songkran

Khmer New Year: How Phare Kindergarten Celebrated Songkran

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Apr 24, 2024

Every year in mid-April, Cambodians celebrate the traditional holiday known as Khmer New Year – or Songkran – over the course of three festive days. The holiday is rooted in Buddhist traditions and is an important time for Cambodians to get back together with their...
Meet the Volunteers of Phare Ponleu Selpak: Olivia AUDO, Communications & Marketing Intern

Meet the Volunteers of Phare Ponleu Selpak: Olivia AUDO, Communications & Marketing Intern

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Feb 15, 2024

At Phare Ponleu Selpak, we are fortunate to work with volunteers and interns from across Cambodia and around the world. It’s one of the best parts of being on our team – you get to form friendships and meet people from everywhere! This week we’re proud to interview...
Another Year of Shining Bright: Highlights from 2023 at Phare Ponleu Selpak

Another Year of Shining Bright: Highlights from 2023 at Phare Ponleu Selpak

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Jan 18, 2024

With another year gone by, it’s time to reflect on everything that’s happened at Phare Ponleu Selpak in 2023. This past year, Cambodia has still been recovering from the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, and while international tourism numbers have been...
The Rich Cultural Heritage of Khmer Traditional Dance Taught at Phare Ponleu Selpak

The Rich Cultural Heritage of Khmer Traditional Dance Taught at Phare Ponleu Selpak

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Jan 5, 2024

When you think of Cambodia, it’s easy to think about its amazing temples and ancient ruins – especially Angkor Wat – along with its rich cultural heritage.   Khmer traditional dance is a key part of Cambodian arts and culture. In fact, the beauty and softness of...
Highlights of Educational Achievements at Phare Ponleu Selpak in 2023

Highlights of Educational Achievements at Phare Ponleu Selpak in 2023

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Nov 16, 2023

Over 120 parents and families from around Battambang gathered under the big top at Phare Ponleu Selpak on 6 November 2023 to witness a special event organized by the Phare Education Department: The Highlights of Educational Achievements in 2023. This gathering of...
Vanthan’s Story: How a Phare Music Student Rose to National Stardom

Vanthan’s Story: How a Phare Music Student Rose to National Stardom

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Oct 5, 2023

LY Vanthan – better known today as just “Vanthan” – is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, record producer, and instrumentalist. You probably know him as the musician behind “Khmer Gentleman,” but did you know that Vanthan is also a graduate of Phare Ponleu Selpak?  ...
How the Mobile Library Brings Books, Arts, and Joy to Battambang Communities

How the Mobile Library Brings Books, Arts, and Joy to Battambang Communities

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Aug 30, 2023

Earlier this year, Phare Ponleu Selpak re-launched a mobile library program for the children in the surrounding community.  The mobile library goes out into the surrounding community every Thursday and Friday to give everyone, but especially youngsters, a chance to...
Meet the Volunteers of Phare Ponleu Selpak: Juliette DELORON, Graphic Designer [Video]

Meet the Volunteers of Phare Ponleu Selpak: Juliette DELORON, Graphic Designer [Video]

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Aug 22, 2023

Changing lives through the arts requires the work of extraordinary teachers, staff, and volunteers from across Cambodia and all around the world.   One volunteer we’re proud to have worked with is Juliette DELORON from Strasbourg, France. Juliette has been working...
Meet Karona, the First Recipient of the Srey Bandaul Art Development Fund

Meet Karona, the First Recipient of the Srey Bandaul Art Development Fund

by CHIERN Piseth Samphallyka | Aug 29, 2022

Karona is a 19 year old young man from the Siem Reap countryside. He is a student at the Phare Visual and Applied Arts School and the first recipient of a visual arts scholarship from the Srey Bandaul Art Development Fund. “The things I enjoy the most about Phare...

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