Phare is an authentic Cambodian production, where all its performers participate in a nightly show, presenting to the audience Cambodia’s very best. Phare is touted as a circus, and the performers do not disappoint at all.
Consisting of an amazing nine different types of shows, the exact performance of the night will depend on the circus’ shedule for that month. Held every night at 8pm, its own boutique and cafe is also open for business at 6pm. This means that customers can grab an early dinner and do some shopping, before enjoying the show proper.
The auditorium is also open at approximately 7.30pm, although we do recommend queueing up to enter it way before 7.30pm. This is due to the free-seating arrangement that the circus has. As a result, although you get to choose the section (A, B, or C) you wish to sit in, you still have to contend with others to get the seats you fancy.
Of course, section A offers the best views, followed by section B. If you only have section C left, fret not, as you still get a good view, although you would be more likely to have a side view of the performances. Do take note though, that seats sell out really quickly. Hence, we highly recommend purchasing the tickets at least 2 days before the actual show!
Consisting of an amazing nine different types of shows, the exact performance of the night will depend on the circus’ shedule for that month. Held every night at 8pm, its own boutique and cafe is also open for business at 6pm. This means that customers can grab an early dinner and do some shopping, before enjoying the show proper.
The auditorium is also open at approximately 7.30pm, although we do recommend queueing up to enter it way before 7.30pm. This is due to the free-seating arrangement that the circus has. As a result, although you get to choose the section (A, B, or C) you wish to sit in, you still have to contend with others to get the seats you fancy.
Of course, section A offers the best views, followed by section B. If you only have section C left, fret not, as you still get a good view, although you would be more likely to have a side view of the performances. Do take note though, that seats sell out really quickly. Hence, we highly recommend purchasing the tickets at least 2 days before the actual show!
The show itself is top-notch, with each show about a different local folklore. The performers are constantly dancing, joking, and playing, throughout the entire show, to create a lively and jovial atmosphere. At times, they will also engage with a couple of fortunate (or unfortunate?) audience members, making it even funnier.
Yet, you can see the concentration and professionalism as the performers strut their stuff. Acrobatic maneuvers seem to be handled so easily and efficiently by them, and each successful stunt is always met with huge applause by the audience.
Yet, you can see the concentration and professionalism as the performers strut their stuff. Acrobatic maneuvers seem to be handled so easily and efficiently by them, and each successful stunt is always met with huge applause by the audience.
The best part of this circus is the purpose of this entire set up. Created primarily to offer meaningful employment opportunities for Cambodians, the circus acts as a sustainable social business that creates profits, where a vast majority of proceeds goes back to helping the local community. Find out more about this circus here! All the performers are graduates of the parent organisation of the circus, Phare Ponleu Selpak (PPSA), a non-profit organisation that focuses on improving the lives of Cambodians. Find out more about PPSA here!
Indeed, the circus is a professional setup that seeks to be the best in what they do, while not forgetting the very purpose of its existence. Having appeared in numerous media outlets, the circus is adamant about improving and creating more shows for audiences. This circus is simply a must-visit attraction for all visitors to Siem Reap!
Indeed, the circus is a professional setup that seeks to be the best in what they do, while not forgetting the very purpose of its existence. Having appeared in numerous media outlets, the circus is adamant about improving and creating more shows for audiences. This circus is simply a must-visit attraction for all visitors to Siem Reap!
