Phare, The Cambodian Circus

Absolutely amazing! The story was wonderful and the performances were fantastic. All of my kids ages 12, 7 and 3 were completely engrossed. I’ve never seen anything keep the attention of all 3 of them without a single lapse before. I was also very entertained. Wished we lived closer than 6 hours away so we could visit more often. Totally worth the little splurge. The food and drinks were also very good.

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I bought the tickets but it did not disappoint! The performance told a story while performing dances and acrobatics. There was also a small dance performance put on before the show which was really fun! Overall I definitely recommend adding this to your list of things to see in Siem Reap!

Must visit if you are in siem reap. Basically it’s an art school, we went there at 7 pm, started it with a free dance show by kids. There are food stalls inside for a quick dinner prior to the main show at 8 pm. The main show lasted for an hour, great performance by artists, combination of Cambodian history, comedy and their dance moves. You are welcome to provide donations and take a picture with artists at the end of the show

On the bright side - and there weren’t too many, the drums, flute and percussion music were excellent. The crowd were also very supportive, but this was classic ‘tour bus entertainment’. I rarely give a poor review but I’m afraid I’ll have to make an exception this time. The groups Mission is admirable, their performance and execution is not. It was basically a gymnastics workout with a little juggling thrown in. Elements of Entertainment but generally disappointing. A few moments of exciting performance but mainly floor exercises that were sometimes interesting but mainly lame. When the choreography is the star of the show, you have to figure that much of the rest is just ‘show’. I felt that I was at the rehearsal and was always waiting for the finale. Even the ‘funny’ parts weren’t funny and if those bits don’t work, you pretty much have to either start from scratch or simply call it quits. A school play at best but certainly not a circus, unless you use the term in a derogatory sense. Sorry guys, but it just didn’t work for me - tho the gals were pretty good and part of the reason I didn’t go below a 3.

⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3 out of 5) The show was okay, but I was expecting something closer to a traditional circus with intense stunts and flying acrobatics — like what’s shown in the promotional photos and in posts from previous viewers (those photos were actually the reason I booked this). What I saw felt more like a theatrical play, with very few mid-air or high-energy performances, which was disappointing. I understand and respect that the show supports a great cause, but calling it a “circus” creates the wrong expectations. I’ve seen other circus shows before, and this didn’t quite match up. Maybe the lineup varies on different nights and some versions include more of the advertised acts. But for tourists who may only get to see it once, it would be ideal if every performance showcased the best the production has to offer. That said, I really appreciated the two live musicians — they played nonstop for the entire hour and brought a lot of energy to the experience.

Excellent performing arts! Worth the money! Watching live shows will always make you feel different. It‘s entertaining with a thrill! To all tourist abd locals visiting Siem Reap, this is a must-watch!

What an incredible show! We booked in advance, and I'm so glad we did, as it was very full. The atmosphere was fantastic, and the performers were incredibly talented. I love that the money spent goes toward supporting free education, not only in the arts but in academics as well. The show was a perfect blend of comedy, acrobatics, jaw-dropping strength, and captivating storytelling through circus acts. We also enjoyed a pre-show dinner and drinks—plenty of delicious food options to choose from. I would definitely see this again and highly recommend it to others! 🩵

One of the most wonderful experiences I had in Cambodia! An absolutely captivating and creative show — the performers were outstanding! I was amazed by the unique mix of acrobatics, magic tricks, dance, live music, and even live painting right on stage. The artists gave it their all — truly 200%! I laughed from the heart and was completely impressed. Thank you for the amazing performance and for sharing elements of traditional Cambodian dance, music, and culture. And thank you for the souvenir — it’s always with me now and reminds me of this beautiful adventure. We felt so much joy and emotion — it was a beautiful evening we'll always remember!