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Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing the Blessing Dance, 2006-05-21 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing the Blessing Dance. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Higgins, James Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members posing in classical dance costumes, 2006-05-21 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members posing in classical dance costumes. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Higgins, James Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso, 2006-05-21 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso, the age-old Cambodian fable of thunder and lightning. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Higgins, James Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-05-21 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rightsholders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information. 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Satuka Cha Bachos Introduction (Angkor) Title of Folk and Classical Dance Satuka is song being used all opening ceremonies. Song performs to invite all dance spirits, stage, hall, and deceased masters to oversea and witness during opening ceremonies and performances. That is normally performed at opening event during Khmer ceremonies; Sampeak Kro, Wedding, Others form of Theaters, and Folk and Classical performance etc... Cha Bachos is mother postures song. There are two parts; 15 minutes and 45 minutes long. Students who entered 1st 4 year is needed to take and completed study this basic until they past to next stage. Students who earned degree and graduated from school of Fine Arts female and male has to have trained and met performance arts standard academy of mother postures and understand these versions. Cha is mean slow and Bachos is faster beat, tempo movements. INTRODUCTION Dance, Drama, and Music have always been prominent in Khmer Society, but these cherished traditions were nearly wiped out when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970’s. Artists among those deliberately targeted. More than 90% perished or fled. Today, as Cambodians around the world work to rebuild, the people see the resurrection of their music and dance as testimony of the endurance of their culture. Folk Dance The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed in 1986 in Lowell by two dance teachers and a handful of dancers who had learned traditional Cambodian dance in the Thai refugee camps. When they came to live in Lowell, they brought a passion to continue these cherished traditions, to practice and perform, to teach others, and to see the art form preserved for future generations. It was a way to keep part of their heritage alive, to remember their homeland and to teach their children. Cambodian Folk Dance Cambodian folk dance is rooted in rituals of everyday village life. The dancers honor skills that are typically undervalued in the rush towards to westernization, such as fishing and rice farming. Dance motifs are commonly based on local legends and inspired by themes of nature as well as ceremonies and customs that shape the lives of the Khmer people. Just as classical dance is ruled by a strict form and prescribed language of movement, folk dance is spontaneous, created for emotional expressions. Costumes are very colorful and reflect the traditional dress of the particular province or ethnic group within Cambodia where the dances originate. �Classical Dance Cambodian Classical Dance Blessing Dance Classical Cambodian dance has been connected to the sacred rituals of Cambodia for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor civilization, dancers performed blessing ceremonies to bring prosperity to the Kingdom. More recently, classical dancers lived and performed in Cambodia’s royal palace. Elegant and refined, Classical Dance combines highly stylized positions with gentle movements. Once reserved exclusively for Cambodia’s elite, Classical dance is now performed for audiences around the world and has become a central symbol of the beauty and spirituality of Cambodian Culture. The Blessing Dance Classical Dance Sovann Machha or Golden Mermaid and White Monkey Dance The Blessing Dance was first performed in Cambodia to rid the palace of bad spirits and to bless the kingdom. Today the blessing dance is performed at the beginning of all types of performances and ceremonies – special occasions like this one – to bless the event and welcome honored guests. During the performance, the dancers come forward and sprinkle flower petals toward the audience. This is done in the hope of bringing you peace, prosperity, and good health. Hanuman & Sovann Macha or “The White Monkey and the Golden Mermaid” classical Dance Our next dance is a classical dance called: Hanuman & Sovann Macha “The White Monkey and the Golden Mermaid”  The dance also depicts a scene from the Reamker,  It is a story involving capture and rescue.  Before this episode begins, the queen was captured, abducted to the kingdom of Lanka far out at sea. The King calls on a famous army general named Hanuman to help him rescue the queen.  Hanuman and his army of monkeys set about to build a bridge across the ocean so the King and his soldiers can march over to rescue Queen.  But as fast as Hanuman and his army of monkeys pile up stones for the bridge, the stones mysteriously disappear. They work from morning to night, but when they go back out the next day, their work is destroyed.  The monkeys dive into the sea to investigate. What they discover is that a school of fish, led by a golden mermaid named Sovann Macha, has been carrying off the stones in an act of playful �vandalism. Phoung Neari Dance Hanuman confronts the beautiful troublesome mermaid Sovann Macha – at the same time he can’t help but be dazzled by her beauty and falls in love. And while she initially resists, Hanuman uses a variety of tactics to get her attention and win her over as his partner in the fight against evil. Phuong Neary Dance classical Dance Because of Cambodia’s climate, there are beautiful tropical flowers throughout the countryside. In our next performance, Phuong Neary, a beautiful classical dance, the dancers symbolize blossoming flowers. Fan Dance Through this dance, we seek happiness in a new beginning, just as the budding flower is about to blossom. We ask for health and peace for all people, far and near. The Fan Dance classical Dance Apsara Dance This dance is invented in order to glorify His majesty the King, for all the glory, peace, security, prosperity, and grace under his royal governing of the Kingdom of Cambodia. People are singing, praising, and rejoicing under his reign, praying for the omnipotent Gods to continually blessing His majesty the King and his reign will be lasted forever. Fanning out means getting rid off bad spirits and fanning in means bringing peace, prosperity, and good health to all audiences. The Apsara Dance Classical Dance One of the prominent origin myths in Cambodia suggests the line of Khmer descended from the union of “Mera,” a celestial dancer, and “Kambu,” a wise man. The following is quoted from “Dance in Cambodia” by Toni Samantha Phim & Ashley Thompson. “An invocation of the mythical founders of Cambodia is part of a long Sanskrit poem that was inscribed on a stone temple doorway an Angkor in the tenth century AD. “Looking to ancient bas-reliefs for inspiration, court dance masters in the mid-twentieth century created the Apsara dance. Surrounded by four or six dancers crowned with elaborate golden headdresses, the central figure, the Apsara Mera, leads her coterie on an outing to a selectable garden. “The Apsara Dance was created for the modern stage out of an ancient tradition. While it is not overtly ritual in nature, by exploiting the �deliberate and subtle flow of movement in the classical tradition, the dance maintains an intense ritual-like atmosphere. The formalized…poses of classical dance recall the virtuosity of Angkorian sculptors in representing figures in space. The Apsara Dance, in its explicit reference to Angkor Vat’s bas-reliefs, gives body to an association latent in all classical dances, which is the tension between earthly grounded and ethereal lightness, evinced in a strong vertical pull, weight low and centered, balanced by movement across a horizontal plane. Tep Monorom Dance Chhoy Chhay Dance “Queen Sisowath Kossamak Nearyrath Norodom Sihanouk’s mother was the inspiration behind the genesis of the Apsara Dance in the 1950’s.” Tep Monorom Dance (The Happiness of God & Goddess Dance) classical Dance Cambodian classical dance has been connected to the sacred rituals of Cambodia for more than 1000 years. Classical dancers used to perform in Cambodian’s great temples in ceremonies to appease the Gods and, more recently, for the King and his family in the royal Court – classical dance is sometimes called court dance or royal ballet. There was a time classical dances were performed only for royalty but today these dances are performed for audiences around the world and have come to be seen as a symbol of the beauty and complexity of Cambodian culture. The dance also provides an interesting study in the different dance roles of Cambodian classical dance. Classical dance has been historically a women’s art form – even when dances have both male and female roles. That’s the case here with Tep Menorom. It will be very clear to you which dancers are playing the Male roles by their costumes. What’s more subtle is how the gestures and the dance moves are different depending on the role of the dancer. Please welcome the Tep Monorom Dance. Chhouy Chhay Dance Classical Dance Cambodian classical dance is an exquisite art form involving hundreds of complex gestures and the impossible curving back of fingers and other joints. Classical dancers used to perform in Cambodia’s great temples in ceremonies to appease the Gods and more recently for the King and his family and special guests in the royal Court. There was a time when these beautiful dances were reserved exclusively for royalty and Cambodia’s elite, but today they are �performed for audiences around the world and are a symbol of the beauty and spirituality of Khmer culture. Chhouy Chhay is called the adolescent princess. (*Phoenitic: Choy (rhymes with Joy) Chai (rhymes with lie)) The choreography for Chhoy Chhay was commissioned by one of Cambodia’s ruling queens in the early 1960’s for her grand daughter, the Princess Bopha Devi. Princess Devi, once a world-renowned classical dancer, is now Cambodia’s minister of culture. Sentimental Expressions Dance It’s interesting to note the choreography was created by Chea Samy, (CHEE-a – like the pets, sa-MEE) who was the most senior dance master to have survived the Pol Pot regime. Her story is detailed on one of the panels in the exhibit in the hall of the Mogan Cultural Center. Like many dancers, Chea Samy hid her identity in order to survive in the Khmer Rouge labor camps. She worked as a dish washer by day. But by night, under the cover of darkness, she would practice the intricate hand gestures of her art so as not to forget. The sentimental expressions dance. Classical Dance This is a classical dance. Like most Cambodian classical dances, the Sentimental Expression dance is performed only by young women (two in this case) one plays the role of a young woman, other plays the role of a young man   Boung Soung Dance Costumes are positively regal. This dance is often performed for special ceremonies and to welcome honored guests Part of what makes Cambodian classical dance unique is the gestures. These gestures are the language of the dance - they tell a story. Cambodian dancers, from a very young age, Rehearse for countless hours to perfect hundreds of these gestures work incredibly hard to achieve remarkable flexibility in their hands and other joints This dance tells the story of a prince and princess. The princess enters a garden and picks a flower. The prince sees hers and falls in love with her. After a time, the princess has to return to the palace. She is sad and she cries. The prince comforts her and tells her he will be returned. Robam Boung Soung Dance Classical Dance The Yorkorn Dance is performing to ask for rain, peace, and prosperity during war and famine. It can be performed by one person or as a group as desire. The central dancer, always dressing in white, �Neang Neak Dance represents purity. This dance is created by Neak Kru Mam Yinyan. Neang Neak Dance Classical Dance Moni Mekhala & Ream Eyso Dance This dance is choreographed according to the legend of the present Kingdom of Cambodia. Prince Preah Thong, son of the earth kingdom, met Princess Neang Neak, daughter of the sea kingdom, on one of the isolated islands during one of his evening promenades. The dance is selected from the scene where the Princess Neang Neak visited the island with her servants. At the end, as the legend continued, the couple married. As a gift for the new couple, the sea king magically created a new island that is known presently as the Kingdom of Cambodia. “Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso” is the age-old Cambodian fable of thunder and lightning. Classical Dance Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso were at one time students of the same teacher and both strived very hard to be his favorite. In the end, the teacher favored the goddess, Moni Mekhala, and rewarded her with a beautiful and very powerful crystal made from the morning dew. The storm demon, Ream Eyso, was given an ax as a consolation prize. Reamker (Story) As the dance begins, we see Moni Mekhala preparing to go out and dance with other gods and goddesses in the heavens. But on her way, she is accosted by Ream Eyso, who is quite jealous and craves the powering glittering ball. A confrontation ensues. Ream Eyso alternates between: force – knocking her down and persuasion – putting away his ax and pleading. Moni Mekhala teases him by holding the ball out very close. Then she tosses the crystal, momentarily blinding him. This sends Ream Eyso to his knees, giving her just enough time to glide away. Ream Eyso is not down for long though; he gets back up and eventually will resume this eternal battle with Moni Mekhala. It is said that the flash of Moni Mekhala’s crystal is what we know as lightning, and that the crashing of Ream Eyso’s ax is thunder. This is one of the most sacred dances in the Cambodian classical repertoire and is still performed in Cambodia in ceremonies to pray for rain. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Classical Dance November 3, 2015 Angkor Dance Troupe Presents Reamker: The Balance of Good and Evil Merrimack Repertory Theatre Hosts This “Epic Story” �Lowell. Tuesday, November 3, 2015 - The Angkor Dance Troupe is proud to announce the debut of Reamker: The Balance of Good and Evil on the Merrimack Repertory Theatre stage, as part of its second year in residence. This year’s performance is presented by the Richard K. and Nancy L. Donahue Charitable Foundation and tells the story of a prince’s epic journey through a series of adventures prior to a triumphant return home. Carol Duncan, who sits on the Angkor Dance Troupe’s Advisory Board remarked, “We are delighted to celebrate the Angkor Dance Troupe’s annual residency at the Merrimack Repertory Theatre. It’s a wonderful partnership and the Troupe has a clear vision for Lowell to be known as a leader in the preservation, education and innovation of Cambodian performing arts." Channa Sath, the Artistic Dance Program Manager and a principal dancer for Angkor Dance Troupe stated, “I am honored to have been a part of this project! It was a long journey filled with different challenges, but in the end, the final product continues to amaze me. It has been challenging to play different roles beside the princess (Neang Seda) role…as a dancer and actor, I am very honored to be given such challenges.” Performances will take place at the Nancy L. Donahue Theater at Lowell’s Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT). Tickets are available at the MRT Box Office, online at http://www.mrt.org/partnerships/angkordance-troupe, or by calling 978-654-4678. The public is also invited to attend a VIP Reception on Friday, November 6 at 6:30 pm. Wine and snacks will be served as a master teacher and leading artist discuss the performance. Potential sponsors may visit the sponsorship opportunities page at AngkorDance.org. Event Details: Friday, November 6, 2015 - VIP Reception 6:30 pm; performance 8:00 pm Saturday, November 7, 2015 - 8:00 pm Sunday, November 8, 2015 - 3:00 pm Merrimack Repertory Theatre 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA �Mokor Dance Mokor dance Classical Dance Mokor, the main female character, is a creature that resides in the lakes, rivers, and oceans. Moni Mekhala, goddess of the sea, dances for her entourage. The female choristers wear abundant jewelry, long skirts, and velvet sashes across their chests while the male choristers wear an outfit with epaulets on each shoulder. The decorated fans used by the performers represent the scales of the Morkor. ReamLak-Chublak Story Ream Lak & Chup Lak Story Classical Dance Sita, the princess is living in exile in the forest with her son and hermit, a wise wizard. She sets out to bathe one morning, leaving her sleeping son Reamlak with the hermit. On her way to the pond, she spots a female monkey, and she notices the monkey carried her young with her where ever she goes. Sita feels guilty about leaving her own son behind and goes back and gets him. The hermit is in a deep meditation and doesn’t notice Sita come back and take Reamlak. When he discovers the child is gone, he panics and fears Sita’s anger. So he takes Reamlak’s pillow and scrapes off some remnants of dead skin – some DNA – and fashions a new child – an identical clone of Reamlak. Imagine Sita’s surprise when she returns from bathing and finds that Reamlak now has a twin. The hermit names the new boy Chuplak. They decide the two boys will study together and for the next seven years, they study magic with the hermit -As this episode begins, the two boys go off to play in the forest with their bows and arrows. They each shoot an arrow into a large tree. The impact makes such a huge sound; it is heard all the way to the capitol city. The Prince, Rama, hears it and gets mad. He sends his best army general, a white monkey named Hanuman, to investigate the source of this sound, and to capture those responsible for it. He sends his white horse along with Hanuman but hangs a sign on the neck of the horse that says “Anyone who plays with this horse will be executed.” Eventually Hanuman and the horse catch up with the two boys in the forest. Ream Lak and Chup Lak are very curious boys. They see the sign and immediately check out the horse – and take turns riding it. Hanuman tries to capture them, but he can’t because, with their seven �Yor Kon Dance or Boung Soung Dance Swva Pol Swva Pol w/American Break Dance Sek Sarika Dance Butterfly Dance (Classical) Butterfly Dance (Folk) years of training in magic, the boys are just too powerful and crafty. They in fact capture Hanuman, tie him up, and before sending him back to Rama, they take resin from a tree and write a letter on his face that says no one, except Hanuman’s master, Prince Rama will be able to untie the string. You see the Monkey general struggle against the rope and eventually he gives up and returns to his master, defeated in his mission. Robam Boung Soung or Yorkorn Dance is performing to ask for rain, peace, and prosperity during war and famine. It can be performed by one person or as a group as desire. The central dancer, always dressing in white, represents purity. Please welcome the Boung Soung dance SWVA POL — The Monkey Dance Classical Dance This is an excerpt from a famous Cambodian legend called the Reamker, (Ree-um-KAY) which is a long story that would take three days to tell. Many Cambodian classical dances come from this tale. In Cambodian legend, monkeys always fight evil, in fact they are army soldiers. And these soldiers are celebrating a big win. They’re gathering food for a feast. The monkey dance is lively and acrobatic, always performed by young boys, who you will see also capture the spirits and quick mannerisms of monkeys. The Swva Pol w/ American Dance Classical Dance In Cambodian legend, monkeys always fight evil; in fact they are army soldiers. And these soldiers are celebrating a win. They’re gathering food for a feast. The dance is lively and acrobatic, always performed by young boys, who you will see capture the spirit and quick mannerisms of monkeys. Following the original dance, the Troupe will feature some new choreography with elements of modern dance. But if you watch carefully, you will see the dancers remain, throughout it all, Swva Pol, the monkeys. No description found in file The Butterfly Dance-Classical Classical Dance Butterfly is one of the most graceful creatures that is spending time flying and roaming around garden with beautiful flowers. This choreographic dance represents the play and courtship of butterflies during a beautiful afternoon. The Butterfly Dance Folk Dance This dance starts on a beautiful sunny day in Cambodia, when a group of young boys set out to hunt for butterflies. Anyone ever caught a butterfly with a net? �Coconut Dance Well these boys captured some in their nets. But when the poor creatures, trapped in the boys’ nets, beg for mercy –– they let them go. And so, the Butterfly Dance symbolizes both the curiosity and the compassion of Cambodian people. The boy has graceful gestures and polite manner. They are willingness and they always help and support one another. Above all, the desire to live in peace and harmony. The Coconut Dance Folk dance The country of Cambodia is near the equator, and because of this, the climate is very warm. We never have winters in Cambodia. In fact, there are just two seasons, the rainy season and the dry season. Because of this warm climate, you see Coconut trees throughout Cambodia. After the meat of the coconut is carved out, Cambodian people often save the shells, polishing them and using them for many things in their homes. The dance was inspired by a popular game that used coconut shells. The game was played during all kind of ceremonies, but most often during weddings, engagements, and when the groom was escorted in a procession to the bride’s house. Bopha Lokei Dance The Coconut Shell dance is one of the most popular and well known of the Cambodian folk dance. In its original form, it was a one-man show. In the modern-day dance, an equal number of male and female dancers perform the dance, signifying friendship and courtship. The Khmer-language lyrics to the words that accompany the song, speak to how the coconut is the heart of the Cambodian people. BOPHA LOKEY - "Flowers of the World" Classical Dance This next performance is called "Bopha Lokey" (bow-PAH low-KY) This stands for “Flowers of the World" This dance was originally performed in Cambodia in honor of National Children's Day. It's designed specially for young dancers to gain experience in movement and the rhythm of the classical orchestra. I'll read some excerpt from the lyrics which accompany the dance – loosely translated from Khmer: Naturally the flower of the world everyone wants to have to adorn oneself because of its sweet fragrance Creates bliss. �Everyone always admires the flower the bumblebees in the garden surrounding all over to pick the nectar. Neari Chea Chour Dance Phoung Neari Dance This dance is being performed today by two of the youngest girls in the youth program - with a special guest appearance from the youngest performing member of the Angkor Dance Troupe who is three years old. The Neary Chea Chour Dance Classical Dance The image of the Cambodian woman has always been compared to the celestial goddesses on the walls of the great temples Angkor Wat. The pleasant smile and distant gaze serve as a shining example for Cambodian women. Neary Chea Chour, as they are called, symbolizes water, cleanliness and the fluidity of the virtuous females. “To be an improper woman is to cease to be Khmer, and given Khmer notions of the centrality of Khmer, to cease to be Khmer is to cease to be fully human”, as The lyric describe .She is required to speak softly, walk lightly and be well-mannered at all times. Phoung Neary Dance Classical Dance Because of Cambodia’s climate, there are beautiful tropical flowers throughout the countryside. In our next performance, Phoung Neary, a beautiful classical dance, the dancers symbolize blossoming flowers. The Bird Dance (Dove) Through this dance, we seek happiness in a new beginning, just as the budding flower is about to blossom. We ask for health and peace for all people, far and near. The White Bird Dance Classical Dance Nina Touch, Robin Wilson, Judith Wilson, Krissandra Mai, Celena Mai, Alexandra Mai, Romni Chum, Vanny Nelson, Isabel Claflin, Sopheanee Khoeun Tiva Propey Dance The Preap or White Bird Dance in Cambodia, the dove represents peace, as it does in many other parts of the world. White Dove is a dance to discourage war and the atrocities of war and to celebrate peace and harmony among all people. The Tivia Propey Dance Classical Dance Tiva Propey was originally performed in Cambodia in honor of National Children's Day. It is designed to give young dancers experience in movement and the rhythm of the classical orchestra. The song and dance describes solidarity, nationalism, and also, the children’s joyous day. �Kom Rong Phar Dance The Robam Komrong Phka Dance Classical Dance Robam Komrong Phka is a classical dance that had been choreographed in 1985 by a group of artistic masters from the Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh City, Cambodia. Fishing Dance The beautiful flowers, turning softly through the rhythmic gestures of the dancers, represent the prosperity and blossoming growth of the Cambodian cultures. Moreover, it signifies the wish and desire of the Cambodians as well as the other nations of the world for the everlasting peace, freedom, love and solidarity. Fishing Dance Folk Dance There’s saying in Cambodia “where there is water, there are fish.” In this dance you will see two traditional methods of catching fish, using braided bamboo baskets called Chhneang. In this dance you’ll see young women scoop up water from the river into their Chhneang. The baskets act as strainers—the water drains out through the bamboo leaving small fish in the basket. And the guys use bell-shaped traps called Angkut for catching large fish in shallow water. Love and romance are favorite themes in Khmer stories and dance. In traditional Cambodian society, young people are careful watched and don’t have many opportunities to get to know one another. But the fishing quarter is one place they had the chance to meet. Khen Dance or Mouth Organ Dance Good Crops Dance At the beginning of the dance, you’ll see young men coming down to the river from one side and women from other. You’ll notice how happy and excited they are when they see each other. As they fish, they flirt with each other. The boys playfully snatch the girls’ fishing baskets. When the other leave, one young couple stays behind and falls in love. At the end the dance, the others return to tease and congratulate them. The Khen Dance Folk Dance The Khen (mouth organ) Dance is originated from one of Cambodian provinces, locating in the northeastern part on the Cambodia-Laotian borders. It has begun as young men from that part of the country are playing a musical instrument, a mouth organ known as Khen, which is made of bamboo and decorated with garland flowers. Men are playing their Khen to attract passing by young and beautiful women. The women cannot resist the seductive sound of the Khen and they are reaching to touch the flowers. As they are doing so, the magical flowers cause to fall in love. The Good Crops Dance Folk Dance �Picking Krovann Dance Magic Scarf Dance Throughout Cambodia, after the harvest, it is a time for song and dance. The good crops dance, celebrates the hope for a good rice harvest. The dance shows a scene where farmers are choosing the fields for their crops. The dance is using poles to make holes for the rice plants. Picking Krovann Dance Folk Dance Picking Krovann dance is a traditional folk dance of the Por tribe, which lived in the Pursat Province of Cambodia. The dance demonstrates the tradition of farmers who each year would embark on a long journey - 3 to 6 months long - to pick Krovann, which is a spice or a medicinal herb found in the distant mountains. Before the journey, the Por villagers gathered for a big ceremony to pray and offer foods to the spirits – in the hopes of good weather for their harvest journey and protection from evil spirits. The Magic Scarf Dance Folk Dance Our last dance for this evening is called “The Magic Scarf Dance.” There was a kingdom in Southeast Asia known as Champa. After the Cham civilization was overrun, some of the people resettled in small communities in Cambodia. The Cham are Muslim people, where most of Cambodia s Buddhist. This dance is performed as a way to remember and honor the Cham people. The Magic Scarf dance depicts the Cham custom of Courtship between men and women. Cham women are shy so they wear scarves to cover over their heads. They believe in magic and spells, especially for choosing their partners. The girls in the dance use their magic scarves to magically their lovers. Harvest Dance Peacock of Porsat Dance The Harvest Dance Folk Dance The harvest dance is performed to reflect Khmer peasant activities from planting rice to harvesting it and showing joyfulness after all the hard work has been completed. The movements are soft and slow. The dance is composed of graceful bending, swaying, and turning and is accented by stamping feet. The movements show the actual process of planting and harvesting rice as well as the happiness the people get from their productive crops. The dance is said to reflect the Khmer peasants’ lives by means of music and song, agricultural tools, national dress, ad movements and gestures that can immediately be recognized. The Peacock of Porsat Dance Folk Dance �Our next dance the Peacock of Porsat, originated in the Porsat province of Cambodia. The people of the Cardamom Mountain region would perform dances for the spirits before going on trips to pick cardamom, which is a spice from the ginger family. This part of Cambodia has lush tropical forests that are home to a large variety of animals and birds, including numerous peacocks and peahens. Peacock of Pailin Dance The birds’ green and black tail feathers bear the stamp of nobility. During the dance, performers wearing headgear of peacock feathers represent pairs of peafowl as they play in the forests and mountains. Peacock of Pailin Dance or Ka-ngaok Pailin (Pailin Peacock) Folk Dance Tbal Kdoeung Dance This traditional dance comes from the Kola ethnic group, who live in the region of Pailin in the west of Cambodia. The dancer relates to a Pailinian legend about a magic peacock that goes to preach to the King. The lively dance is about commemorating this peacock which is a symbol of happiness. The dance imitates the peacock with lively colors of beautiful wings, and suggests a courting scene between a peacock and a peahen. The dance is said to bring happiness and prosperity to villagers, and is often performed during the New Year and ritual ceremonies in times of drought to pray for rain. Tbal Kdoeung – The Rice Harvesting Dance Folk Dance Kroma Dance Tbal Kdoeung is a dance about harvesting rice that comes from the northern part of Cambodia. It demonstrates how Khmer farmers processed rice after it was brought in from the fields. The dancers show how farmers break the rice chaff with wooden mallets and winnow, or separate, the rice from the chaff by rotating it in baskets. In a comic scene near the end, a peace-loving palm juice vendor happens on the scene to offer juice to the thirsty workers, creating lighthearted tension between the male and female workers. The Krama or Kromar Dance Folk Dance It is too hard to understand how this Cambodian scarf became a real symbol over generations and a major part of the Khmer identity. Nowadays, whatever his social status may be, every Cambodian uses Krama everyday whether it is as a scarf, as a hammock for babies, or as a bandana. So, as you can see, Krama is a symbol in Cambodia and represents its legacy. Krama (Kromar) is engaged in continuing this legacy for generations all over the world. Phloy Souy Dance Phloy Souy Dance Folk Dance �Mrs. Phousita Serey Huy Kimhan Meas The exciting and fast-paced Phloy Suoy folkdance belongs to the Suoy ethnic group who live near the Oral Mountain in Kampong Speu province. The Suoy perform this dance annually in dedication to the Cave Spirit and other gods who are believed to protect their community. Phousita Huy (Traditional Consultant and Classical Dancer), is an internationally recognized master performer and instructor of Cambodian classical dance. Phousita was among the first group of post-war graduates of the University of Fine Arts in 1988 and went on to teach and perform for many years. She toured internationally, performing in Japan, China, North and South Korea, and India. In addition to her work at the University, Phousita served as Cambodia’s Assistant Minister of Culture and as Festival Coordinator for the International Dance Festival at Angkor Wat in December 1995. She authored and presented papers on Cambodian classical dance at the international World Dance Alliance Conference in Korea in 1995. Since the early 1990s, Phousita served as the Artistic Director for the Angkor Dance Troupe in Lowell, MA. Biography: Mr. Kimhan Meas, Master Teacher Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc Current Lowell resident Kimhan Meas is an internationally recognized master performer and instructor of Cambodian classical dance. He was classically trained at the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, which is considered as the world’s cultural source and artistic standard bearer for traditional Cambodian dance. Master Kimhan graduated from the University in 1989 and went on to teach and perform for many years. He toured internationally, performing in Philippines, Japan, Malaysia, China, and Thailand. In 2011 and 2012, he worked with Angkor Dance Troupe under the Parker Foundation to teach dancers folk and monkey dance, along with monkey mask making. He toured throughout the world until 2013. During this time, he applied to become a teacher of Folk and Monkey with Angkor Dance Troupe. Since 2013 until the present day, Master Kimhan teaches not only folk and monkey dance but developed, implemented, and oversee Angkor’s first Traditional Cambodian Music Program. Outside of Angkor Dance Troupe, he provides expertise on Traditional Cambodian Music development at Lowell Community Charter Public School’s afterschool music program and the University of Massachusetts Lowell’s Music Department. Tim Thou Mr. Tim Chan Thou, Troupe Founder and currently Operation Director of Angkor Dance Troupe Tim Chan Thou learned Cambodian folk dance and became certified as a folk dance instructor in a refugee camp along the Thai-Cambodian border. He was 21 when he arrived at Khao-I-Dang, traumatized by his wartime experiences in Khmer Rouge-controlled work camps and by the deaths of his parents and �four siblings. For Tim, teaching traditional Cambodian folk dance became a way to keep part of his heritage alive. He went on to teach and dance at the Philippine Refugee Center before immigrating to the U.S. in 1982. Tim brought to the U.S. a passion to carry on and develop traditional Cambodian dance, to perform, to teach others, and to see the traditions preserved for future generations of people of all cultures. In 1986, he and another teacher founded the Angkor Dance Troupe. Today, the Troupe is one of the most respected Cambodian dance ensembles in the country, with several highly qualified master teachers and more than forty students. Tim’s vision and dedication have brought the troupe to its present level of recognition. His many roles in managing the troupe include instruction, bookkeeping, management of the dance wardrobe, and directing performances. In recognition of his untiring commitment to improve the community and his willingness to devote his life to preserving Cambodian culture, Community Teamwork honored Tim with its prestigious Local Hero award in 1997. And he also received a individual ward winner from (MCC) Massachusetts Cultural Council in May 2005. Achievements/Recognitions:  Angkor Dance Troupe Inc. Lowell, MA Co-founded non-profit 1986  Community Teamwork Inc. Lowell, MA Local Hero Award 1997  Massachusetts Cultural Council Boston, MA Individual Achievement Award 2005  Eastern Bank Boston, MA Good Things Happen Award 2015  Angkor Dance Troupe Inc. Lowell, MA Lifetime Achievement Award 2016 All Dances history resources from master Fine Arts; Mrs. Phousita Serey Huy Artistic Director, Kimhan Meas Master folk dance, Former Dean Mr. Chhieng Proeung, Mrs. Yom Penh Master from Fine Arts, And Tim Thou 2001-2012 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Document describing various Khmer dances and performances, 2018-12-07 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A document listing and describing various Khmer folk and classical dances and other performances Angkor Dance Troupe has performed. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Huy, Phousita Serey Meas, Kimhan Thou, Tim Chan Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018-12-07 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rightsholders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 16 p.; 21.6 x 28 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context history of Folk and Classical Dance Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Apsara Dance Blessing Dance Bopha Lokey Dance Boung Soung Dance Butterfly Dance Cambodian Classical Dance Cambodian Folk Dance Cambodians Cha Bachos Chhoy Chhay Dance Coconut Dance Fan Dance Fishing Dance Flowers of the World Dance Good Crops Dance Hanuman and Sovann Macha Harvest Dance Ka-ngaok Pailin Khen Dance Komrong Phka Dance Krama Dance Magic Scarf Dance Mokor Dance Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso Dance Monkey Dance Neang Neak Dance Neary Chea Chour Dance Peacock of Pailin Dance Peacock of Porsat Dance Phloy Souy Dance Phuong Neary Dance Picking Krovann Dance Ream Lak and Chup Lak Story Reamker Rice Harvesting Dance Sakuta Sentimental Expression Dance Swva Pol Dance Tbal Kdoeung Tep Monorom Dance Tiva Propey Dance White Bird Dance White Monkey and the Golden Mermaid Yorkorn Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/c7397db025508f153e82649f03b4a7dc.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=Ew3EPMx47azYhDnZIY1CJ22xkolEPftiFBUEf2gtb0Y8fSlU%7Efk2UI%7EE4b%7EFTc1SXoIvsTGSex706PWNUJa1hF6n1o2ixQmEuRFygoEVeJTiFmWfT3Mq7aeejpnIkaHb00cNrQ2wPslayOs%7EzC3vJ8ej5VPgNXl54d7B6TDKasvv7pG7ndip5yROOmP-XRnqNnU64is3OC%7EVI9FbSeJxJ2fAXUor5bKeubJ4diur16Oz0h7k0iMqkdpJZHwPCyfpKvb4lHnDXtRyfF3xwtGq4eTg69l9i8r1zRvvVYD%7EvBymV3bqyaRqDSV1lG8ScRKg-7TRILMPS0zryojkJtXXOg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM f1b27567c2ccd35b881b75db3c093566 PDF Text Text � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe member Celina Mai, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe member Celina Mai in basic traditional costume during the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraiser at Mount Pleasant Golf Club. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of women fixing the clothing of young Angkor Dance Troupe members, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Chenda Wilson (L) and Phousita Huy (R) fixing the basic traditional costumes of young Angkor Dance Troupe members. The members stand in a single line and are (L - R) unknown, unknown, Victoria Phan, Judith Wilson, unknown, Celina Mai, Robin Wilson, and Sopheanee Khoeun. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members in Blessing Dance costume, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members posing in the classical dance Blessing Dance costume before a performance at the University of Connecticut. (L - R) Sophorl Ngin, Rothane Yean, Nadia Heng Noeuk, Rancia Phin, and Monica Veth. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. 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The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe performing the Tiva Propey, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing the Tiva Propey dance during the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraiser at Mount Pleasant Golf Club. Pictured are (back, L - R) Robin Wilson, Alexandra Mai, Krissandra Mai, (front, L - R) Celina Mai, Victoria Phan, and Judith Wilson in basic traditional costume. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 photograph; 28 x 21.5 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b13_f22_i006 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Mount Pleasant Golf Club Photographs Tiva Propey Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/bdc97de884bef6b657e59696d97eccc7.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=LfivPmwV0w3mMwtPphwjmp6hwOm-cwciRTraUWVAmG4UmMomXxtI6IHlexQ9eg7yRIwSLvh5alEpXGrZmwNNIRRz0cLsx8-dALwWYl3lAx99OtaSN-dVm2-tJmn7K9WwenCJNWLaWQ5UQFI1e%7E4grNXVD6gXlYMFXkm5hg3cN8o8C51Y-j2dpwPKgUjs3UMcBFg07Zt8mNAfZ7GWGxXHD2Yd8yxRi5w24KW6efqnM9k9QMJiqJyNQ1VxjIIHJYdzeJGUiArknpVye1m4TDc9oPWe5z7lRM8eoLNl59Qk1IyfH2kVC0dCdkf%7Elu1pDj9F7Fmgzq7L8DRSq0lqhOWCmg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM b800b44c02264acd7b3e56299c2c58e0 PDF Text Text � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe performing a classical dance, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe member Brianna Mai performing a classical dance during the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraiser at Mount Pleasant Golf Club. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe performing a classical dance, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing a classical dance during the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraiser at Mount Pleasant Golf Club. Back row (L - R) are Evelyn Mey and unidentified. Front row (L - R) are Brianna Mai and Calida Khut. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members in Blessing Dance costume, [2005-2006] Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members posing in the classical dance Blessing Dance costume. (L - R) Paulina Srey, Rancia Phin, Sondany Krouch, Monica Veth, and Sandra Proeung. The photograph is printed on a regular printer paper. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource [2005-2006] Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe performing Monkey Dance, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing the Monkey Dance (Swva Pol) during the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraiser at Mount Pleasant Golf Club. The photograph is printed on a thicker paper or cardstock. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rightsholders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 photograph; 21.5 x 28 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b13_f22_i002 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Monkey Dance Mount Pleasant Golf Club Photographs Swva Pol Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/f239697f1accd430ae8ba9df6f5036bf.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=pBUVTeCERsnwW9IBU0LQ5wcRsEhzttNeBrsLWjGFb1veJFME34CAN0qlXMe9biCnA5ecKnYE0ge2l3Oo8bfXuwdjpGTHY37tnSQKf4q%7EnB3CHqgDw-avV5VCG7utj%7EVRwbfpxYJvxoaen0LFuyuj3x306%7E6EC-GODf5aZ8GFjapWP5F-eHPxLMdVfLH6rCZkeNsr0grKQCbE2dxyJYuVoYUmTfmOcShhwkiTHKe4r6NZK8XalbbGWfoK71hFXw5D8vJ2N5yjaW9NbTYfeCftCZCCgnbGjLFeDTLvwThyt6XaOMyqJQetN1IfVJHfkbr6guAkD1ZzrXoMnt8uNWL2cw__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 9abd1d3df67d6cc3d9c28626fd4a3c06 PDF Text Text � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe performing the Coconut Dance, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Color photography Cambodian Americans Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Description An account of the resource Photograph of Angkor Dance Troupe members performing the Coconut Dance (Robam Kuos Traloak) during the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraiser at Mount Pleasant Golf Club. Back row (L - R) are unidentified, Sanny Meas, Alex Hak, Rathna Mao, and unidentified. Front row (L - R) are Calida Khut, Emaly Horn, Phallica Voang, and Vicky Keo. The photograph is printed on a thicker paper or cardstock. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 photograph; 21.5 x 28 Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b13_f22_i001 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Coconut Dance Mount Pleasant Golf Club Photographs Robam Kuos Traloak https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/dc2228ddda87aee4f5726a423697f244.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=bPaJgj%7EPGNuzSrMP7d7zqBPTcG7Spwh-MWRLFREkCgbink0nnHX3vJgDk2ZTCRAk2CCeW5QvNCeMiViqwqyo8jc3px%7EXuHIkOkunaTQuxGouB58Bz9nwPeZQtH3EAgKidDayB9xqqPBy4VZzcShBIfuLcQQk3hnomK2SlWzRZp4xNWrq58J6jcSGOiZaJykyCf6J9QM5aTWVcRn4fTH1tbB27OQKqOfbyhWb6We7hty-C095zF5PxaoEgHNKkxvTm10FOmJRiFZBDeKAXilGfVN3O528D2iT4DejVQHDFinTBJCzzlXDZDFJbbR8js7HT6C9QAdoogu%7EfHd%7E1hfZCg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 4d26ec68ac2a302a1ac35e761637d2dc PDF Text Text Organizational Chart Board Board of Directors Senior Staff Junior Staff Assoc. Administrator Presenter Instructors Assoc. Program Director Costumers 11 Cleaning Assoc. Artistic Director 11 Newsletter 11 Gardener Consultants ABC Payroll I I Anstiss CPA 11 Anna: Web Dev 11 Costume cleaning �Doey (Fund Raising) Hours: 40 hrs/ month Financial • Grant writing: Research & write grants • Grant writing: Submit grant reports • Sponsors: identify & contact individual & corporate sponsor • Donors: organize VIP events (dinners, etc) for donors • Fundraising: coordinate with board for fundraising table at performances • Public relations & press releases to media �George (Co-Executive Director) Hours: 40 hrs/month Financial • • • • • • Bookkeeping: bills & deposits; maintaining Qbooks file with Anstiss Budget: work with board & staff to create & present annual budget to board Payroll: submitting monthly payroll, stipends & reimbursement with ABC Financials: Work with Anstiss and ABC to ensure submission of IRS, PC, etc. Grant writing: Assist Doey with grant writing & reporting Sponsors: Assist Doey & board with individual & corporate sponsor development Organizational • • • • • • • • Vision & Mission: overview of all operations Board: meetings, agendas & communications Staff: overview of junior staff postings, tasks, etc Visas: prepare & overview visas for masters Office work: collect & distribute mail, phone & email, maintain files Web site: work with Anna & staff to update, improve & revise Angkor Web site Community: meetings, collaborations with other organizations (UML, City, Revolving Museum, Boys & Girls Club, BBBS, etc) Miscellaneous administration: Mogan space, etc Dance/ Youth Program • • • Bookings: assist Tim with presenter negotiations & contact Performances: assist Tim & Phousita with performance logistics, etc. Outings: organize troupe outings with Tim & Phousita �Phousita (Artistic Director) Hours: 40 hours/ month • Performance: making dance program with Tim • Performance: coordinate performance logistics with Tim • Rehearsals: supervise dance instructors & sign time sheets • Choreography: create new dance choreography • Costumes: coordinate costumes with Tim & Peter �Tim (Co-Executive Director) Hours: 40/ month Dance/ Youth Program • Booking: negotiate & contract performances with presenters • Schedule: maintain, update & post booking schedule • Performance: create budget for performance & send to Geo for payroll • Performance: make dance program with Phousita • Performance: coordinate transportation, food & hotel with Assoc. Program Dir. • Performance: coordinate music with Assoc. Program Dir. • Performance: coordinate props & costumes with Assoc. Program Dir. • Costumes: clean, store & maintain props & costumes with consultant • Costumes: purchase new props & costumes with Phousita • Rehearsals: coordinate rehearsals with Phousita • Rehearsals: notify members of cancelled rehearsals • Master: coordinate with RUF A, etc • Outings: organize troupe outings with Geo & Phousita Organizational • Members: Process new members & input information � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe organizational chart and staff job descriptions, 2002? Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's organizational chart and staff job descriptions. Position descriptions include hours allotted per month, the different duties and responsibilities, and more.  Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2002? Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 5 p.; 28 x 21.5 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b13_f11_i001 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Documents https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/3939337f43c6ec20015d0b28d5811f32.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=A0wHpbn-ikGJGlfwzSKTYCdJ2Behw6MIwkMrBClVqxQAAq0bYVfyHooTDFlRYVid50Z8p7PfBHmjpMRw4mD62AGmgI7Lac8%7Eo9kDfJYj63ByJMEofTRtj4wMH54QgItiObFeK1LfDF7ohKj31wHICXG2lJr47joVOw4c6D%7Ed7mjiQKQlN-rNHGQQzwqfR%7EBA2eAtxb06bkJeEZW-1D2oGVGwH5ofRTylBJXWYQ8VNuGbg7h9rTh6%7EK2ChKOhWIHbhlTr-J6DXRh9hScYADs0I-wazEsqNOiNRRh7%7EVO3iXA2Tlz5qXXgC4OVKRx-HDUvjuyEoFDvsBDxwXC1eoqymQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM eade8d37b080d62836f3724ecb3e64bc PDF Text Text Graduating Into the Wider World Al&IOI DAICE TIOIPE PO IOI ISSJ 41 IIEICH STIEET LOWELL, NA 1115 3 In auditoriums, courtyards and on street corners, young graduates in their black robes show their exuberant joy at having stepped into the next phase of their lives. This graduation season got us thinking. How does learning the delicate hand gestures of the Apsara dance prepare a person for the rest of their life? How does mastery of the rollicking rhythms of the coconut dance help with mastering the art of making a living? INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Follow the 3 Fibre: Mip-ating Silk MerrimackMekong Bridge is Strengthened 2 Empowermend South- We asked people in their early 20s who had danced with the Troupe for a number of years to reflect on how their time with the Troupe shaped who they are now. Here is what one of them said: Troupe. I am now the Di rector of Youth Development for the Lowell Community Health Center. I'm also the Assistant Program Director for Angkor Dance Troupe. And I am attending full time graduate school at the Springfield College School of Human Services in Boston, studying for a Master of Science in Human Services. Old Traditions and New Technologies prepare Angkor dancers like Linda Sou for their futures " I am Sopheap (Linda) Sou. I'm 24 years of age, 20 of which I spent with the Angkor Dance My time with the Troupe shaped me by supporting my leadership in both fields . The dance discipline has taught me dedication and commitment to what is near to my heart - culture, dance and community organizing. I am very pleased with where I am in my life. I would like to continue the work that I am doing. 2 Over 2000 Lowell students enjoy NEA-funded workshops east Asian Women and Girls Get a Boost NEW 3 Pins and Folds Rapt faces followed every gesture made by Monica Veth, as the crowd of over 600 middle schoolers sat unusually still and silent, absorbing the graceful demonstration of Cambodian dance. Linda Sou spoke with quiet authority and humor about dance, how it is learned and her own experiences as a child, as she gradually came to master over I 500 of the 5000 gestures that make up Cambodian classical dance. This compelling workshop was part of a joint endeavor between Angkor Dance Troupe and the middle schools of Lowell, facilitated by a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. More than 2,000 students were treated to a lesson in Cambodian culture and a classical or monkey dance performance by the Troupe in the spring of 2008. All students completed a questionnaire about their experience - I00% positive! - and about 25% expressed an interest in learning Cambodian dance. Fifteen students in the Fine Arts Academy at Lowell High School participated in a 5-day residency where they learned the history of Cambodia and Cambodian dance. �PAGE ------------------------- ' 2 Merrimacl(-Mel(ong Bridge Strengthened ' I' ,._____' ., i -Willi •• =~r- . __ .. ·--·- . ~ Tl John Burt and Samkhann Khoeun with framed poster of the show The Mekong-Merrimack bridge becomes more solid, connecting our communities across many kinds of distances, not only geographical. The partners that put on the Cambodian rockopera Where Elephants Weep in Lowell last year met this June for the one-year anniversary of that event. The overwhelmingly enthusiastic response to the opera shocked even its producers, who watched the Lowell High School auditorium fill up night after night with people from many parts of New England and many walks of life. A year later, at Tep Thida restaurant on Chelmsford Street, producers, actors, dancers, and others met to revisit the wonder of last year's collaboration, and to talk about the future. The Cambodian Arts Alliance unveiled a program of cultural production goals for the next three years. Angkor Dance Troupe is delighted to play a pivotal role in continuing artistic creation, across the Mekong-Merrimack bridge. We are instrumental in commissioning a new work, the Apsara Dancing Stones, a dance-drama that brings the Apsara figure out of the ancient Cambodian past, and into the light of our own time. This new work shows her relevance today as an icon that embodies peace and beauty, harmony between opposing forces and a respect for the forces of nature and humanity alike. We look forward to sharing this creative process with many of last year's partners and with new artists and supporters along the way. _____ ,,,, ----------Empowerment for Southeast Asian Women and Girls ·.-, --• ~, 4 . ' ... . ti - ) - ' : • :, ~ - --.( ~. In our drive to support our young dancers on their own paths to success, the Angkor Dance Troupe are participating in a community-wide effort to empower Southeast Asian women and girls. The first step is a pleasure - working on a Special Event that draws professional women not only with networking opportunities, but with Asian-fusion beauty products, design , cuisine and cocktails. Proceeds benefit a one-day conference on matching Southeast Asian girls in Lowell with professional women mentors as part of building up job skills, contacts and readiness. Board President Sophy Suon leads this exciting initiative Girls at 2008 New Year Celebration Sticky Summer Heat Calls for Cambodian Grilling Secrets Spend This Summer At Home with Cambodian Culture Spend the steamy months of August learning about the food , culture, and customs of this beautiful Southeast Asian country. After sampling the tastes, smells, sights and sounds of Cambodian dishes, ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE holidays and "at-home" customs, you 'll feel like you 've traveled I0,000 miles and seen the wonders of the world. These workshops are also a great way for families to spend time together during the summer, learning skills that you can share with others. Chef/owner Sophy Suon of Modern Catering brings her indepth knowledge of Cambodian ingredients, cooking, culture and customs to you, through workshops that you can take a la carte, or as a prix-fixe menu. Workshops will take place in Lowell, location TBA. I �VOLUME I , ISSUE 2 PAGE Follow the Fibre: Migrating Silk Recent talks bet ween Angkor Dance Troupe and the American Textile History Museum reveal common threads and bold new designs. The Troupe and Museum have collaborated in the past and now plan a joint workshop and exhibit featuring the brilliant golds, blues, purples and greens of classical and folk dance cos tu mes. The beauty and the learning don 't stop there - the two institutions will invite audiences to engage with the dramatic stories behind the costumes, and with the silken threads that literally constitute them. The ATHM deepens our understanding of how plants and other fibres become the textiles we use in our daily lives - this collaboration will be no exception . By working together, we hope to in- troduce our audiences to the silk-making villages that produce the fabrics and the dyes, and to the people whose technical skill turns them into the garments you'll recognize in the dramatic legends brought to life by Khmer dance. ---------------------------- -, Parents and Friends Learn Ancient Costuming Techniques ... This spring, parents and friends of the Troupe took part in our firstever workshops on Cambodian cloth and costuming techniques. Knowledgeable instructors, led by Phousita Huy, rolled and squeezed the cloth into the shapes that make up the k'ben, one of the basic elements of the dance costume. Parents and friends also learned about different grades of silk, how to care for the cloth, and the kinds of performances associated with certain silks and patterns. In another workshop, our presenters showed many examples of traditional Cambodian clothing and spoke about cultural meanings of certain colors and fashions. Our participants deepened their knowledge of Cambodian culture and spruced up their appearance at the Cambodian New Year festivities. See page 2 for our next workshop series - this one on Cambodian cuisine. What better way to bring your family closer to what is beautiful (and delicious) in Cambodian culture? '---------------Pins and Folds Especially for parents and friends of the Troupe , this section keeps you up to date on the shows, the events and the in-house business of the Troupe. This spring we want to let you know about the following: Performances: Registration: • Now is the time to send in your registration for next session, which starts in August 2008. Please look for forms sent home with dancers or write to request one (timthou@yahoo.com). An annual fee of $25 per dancer should accompany each registration. These fees cover the costs of food and drink for dancers during the year's worth of rehearsals and performances. August 6th, 11 am, Boot Mill, Lowell National Historical Park. Open to the public. • August 16th, Water Festival, Lowell. Portions of the Ramayana epic. to the public. Open 3 �I .,,.. ------------- -------------, OUk HEARTFELT THANKS... to our many supporters including the Theodore Edson Parker Foundation, the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Lowell National Historical Park, the City of Lowell, Butler Bank, Enterprise Bank,, the Catalogue of Philanthropy, the Elephant Walk Restaurant, Minuteman Press, and our Board, Staff and Troupe members. Last but by no means least, we thank YOU , the Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe. 11El1BEkSHIP ! The Troupe is delighted to announce t hat as of April 2008, we have a brandnew, thriving and supportive membership network. The members of the Friends of Angkor Dance Troupe make it possible for our Angkor Dance Troupe PO Box 1553 young dancers to keep learning and to keep Cambodian fine arts alive and well in the 21 st century. Recent members include: Khanh Dinh, Elaine McKinnon, Toni Shapiro Phim, Linda and Steven Myers-Tierney, Alison Miller, Steve Katz, Paul and Rosemarie 40 French Street Krenitsky, Susan McCombs, Eleanor Rizzo and family, Brown and Lois Pulliam, Tel: (978) 275-1823 Nancy Donahue, Jim and Joan Ross, Charley Todd, Julie Malozzi, Stephen and Fax: (978) 275-1824 Email: TimThou@yahoo.com Website: www.angkordance.org Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Sokhanarith Moeur Tung, Frank and Joan Gendron, Samkhann Khoeun , Nancy Colburn, Kevin, Arthur, Mao and Chet Patton-Hock, Lester Lloyd, Joanne and lain Goddard, Duncan Smith, and Tim Thou and family. JOIN today. You can strengthen the fine art of Cambodian dance, as it strengthens youth and the wider community in which it flourishes. See enclosed membership materials. '--------Angkor Dance Troupe PO Box 1553 40 French Street, Lowell, MA O1853 ------------------ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe Spring 2008 newsletter Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe Spring 2008 newsletter. Includes news such as summary of performances and grants awarded. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2008 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 4 p.; 28 x 21.5 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b13_f06_i002 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/7e56e1cb8ab74f8d8dc26555097991be.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=PyIBVvSmnaw8osKKW63N8Bh2cCSuIiTnCH4vWSeCvgLVmcD3zALllr%7EaR3fgmpreA7QndI9nDqbUO8b%7EwBDoF1gGtksPzoHbCXYG9LMlQu0h7kQekVdHoahlOA1f6uBehaL7o04U7rA9Cc3y%7E9oPVzdL-WXTEIMjC%7EVuO6hUQNIj20cjAw1eT9RUjkDfRwszzZOknyHbbW3xtitHrr7Vk1wVo4ld4hOGucK6naXkNHMekP%7EFhrSMvZYhcQ3UsS3-SJjBfKNcEBue5A9TERAmBRlOUja0awx1oICkSKtdo0d2sDHjFt0Re9aSYxItVhN0k493EVooWF6Lfeqvf8cX0A__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM b96bd7273e6d3d26bab2557ff6f89fb3 PDF Text Text DANCE HOUP E lephants Weep on the Banks of the Merrimack BOX 1553 FHNCH SHEET 0 18 5 J INSIDE: Apsaras Come to Life 2 Prestigious Honor for Troupe: Listing in 2007 Catalogue for Philanthropy 2 National Endowment for the Arts Grant 2 Our Dancers 3 in Virginia and Colorado Paris, Phnom Penh, New York City - these seemed likely venues to premiere the first Cambodian-American Opera ever to be produced. The production's international team included Arn Chorn-Pond, founder of Cambodian Living Arts, John Burt and Catherine Filloux, both based in New York City, Him Sophy of the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, and other performers and choreographers from Cambodia, the US and Europe. The opera ran from April 27th-29th, not in any of those global cities but rather in Lowell. An extensive team worked for over a year to stage the production at Lowell High School. Angkor Dance Troupe was a vital part of bringing this show to Lowell , and to the thousands of people who saw it. For those Lowell residents of Cambodian heritage the opera was particularly poignant. It melded old and new art forms, it told the story of suffering and survival that so m a n y h a v e experienced, and it offered an examA scene from Elephants pie of new life, in the form of this artistic production. Angkor Dance Troupe trained performers in classical dance techniques, and worked with musicians from Cambodia and the US. Four Troupe dancers performed in the show. Phousita Huy led the Troupe's dancers. Her deeply moving performance reminded the Troupe of why she is so valuable to us; Ms. Huy's dancing mixed immense reserves of innate talent and grace with skill born of discipline and training. Peter Veth , Monica Veth and Sophy Leng joined Ms. Huy onstage. Monica Veth of Angkor Dance, said of "usually we dance to traditional music. Now we had to dance to music for the opera. The most memorable moment for me was the speech that Mr. Burt made backstage, before the play, using such nice words. I became very emotional." Sophy Leng said, "We were the only four dancers. Everyone eise was acting or rapping. The day of the show, before it started, we were preparing, getting dressed. The traditional Khmae band was setting up their instruments. We did a quick blessing ceremony. We knelt with our hands in a praying position and prayed that the opera would go well. The incense was burning-it was a special moment. I loved the feeling, and I hope that others can have this experience too." After 21 Years, An Endowment On October 31st, 2007, a dream came true: Angkor Dance Toupe established an endowment with the Greater Lowell Community Foundation. Thanks to generous and timely donations by our friends and supporters, the Troupe was able to meet the $5,000 minimum required by the Foundation to qualify for an additional $2,500 match . An Endowment is a fund that will last as long as the Troupe does, and will pay the Troupe a dividend every year, based on interest earned. All of this is to say that Tim Thou and Phousita Huy and the dedicated and talented dancers of the Troupe will have some guaranteed income every year. At this point it is small - perhaps only enough for a costume upgrade, or to pay for a Master Teach er workshop - but with the generosity we have seen from our dono rs and with the goodwill and guidance of the GLCF, we are confident that it will only grow with time. This is a true investment in the Troupe's future and in Lowell's cultural treasure. �PAGE 2 / - ------------------------ ' Apsaras Come to Life After 1,000 Years While this may seem like a headline from the National Enquirer (Cambodian Version), in reality it speaks to the artistic talent of the Troupe's Phousita Huy and Phnom-Penh based musician Him Sophy. It is through their combined talents that the Apsaras will come to life, stepping off the walls of the ancient temples an d speaking of modern-day suffering, need for compassion, and appealing to the international community for censer- vation of all things precious. This includes not only the welfare of those in distress or in need, but also the expres- production of this work is bringing together the artistic team and creating the music and dance that will anchor the sions of culture and humanity that are embodied in ancient artifacts in Cambodia, and elsewhere in the world. story. Returning from Phnom Penh th is summer, Ms. Huy returns to work on this new piece Her collaborators include musicians, dancers and writers on both sides of the globe., Their first step in the of the Coming on the heels Cambodian -American opera this past spring, Where Elephants Weep, this new piece signals deep growth for Cambodian arts in the 21st century. -------------------------Troupe Chosen for 2007 Catalogue for Philanthropy Angkor Dance Troupe has been selected for listing in the 2007 prest1g1ous Massachusetts Catalogue for Philanthropy. This year 390 charities applied for new listings, and 54 were selected, as "examples of excellence" in all fields of Massachusetts philanthropy- the environment, culture (arts and education), human services and international. The purpose of the C atalogue, now in its I I th year of ann ual publicati on, is "to strengthen the culture of philanthropy in Massachusetts ... through donor education .... " "The Catalogue is designed as a showcase for Massachusetts philanthropy," McCully said, According to George McCully, President of the C atalogue, "Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. was chosen because they are a great example of 'private initiatives for public good, focusing on quality of life' in Massachusetts, and because they are both excellent and cost-effective. We urge donors , especially in the Lowell area, to consider adding Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. to their giving list this year." National Endowment for the Arts Grant The National Endowment for the Arts recognized Angkor Dance Troupe through a $10,000 grant this year. ANGKOR grant will provide for performances and workshops in Lowell Public Schools. Look for news an d pictures from these work- DANCE TROUPE The shops in the next issue of our newsletter. I �VOLUME I , ISSUE PAGE Ancient Meets Nouveau at Fall Fundraiser "Let the dresses talk," said Peter Veth, Assistant Artistic Director and talk they did in ancient Khmer idioms as well as through the sleekest fashions of today. By combining classical and folk dance with fashion, Artistic Director Phousita Huy and her staff engaged the attention / of each of the 300 people in the room at the fall Fundraiser on November I 0th . The Sampao Meas Hall of the Sunnyda Restaurant on Chelmsford Street echoed with the sounds of thousand year old Khme r melod ies and rythym, accompanied by the graceful and polished gestures of the Troupe's young dancers, and also with the sounds of the more contemporary Nasty Band all of this punctuated by applause ago is rare enough, but to have them aligned with present-day aesthetics, is truly unusual. A five-course Cambodian Banquet and delicious appetizers, complemented the show, and the Silent Auction of varied items offered our guests a chance to do some holiday shopping for beautiful artifacts made in Cambod ia. from the appreciative audience. To experience the rich detai ls of ancient arts, created and first performed thousands of years If you missed show, loo k for next year! the us ~----------------------Cambodian Culture in Colorado Recent stages on wh ich Angkor Dance Troupe has performed include one in the shadow of the great Rocky Mountains, in the western part of the Un ited States. \ In August of thi s year, three T roupe dancers t ravelled to Colorado for the annual Cambodian Culture Camp, sponsored by Families w ith Cambodian Children . By performing for this group of families, Troupe members brought a taste of the Cambodian arts to an audience with a great appreciation for things Khmer. Linda Sou , th e Troupe's Assistant Program Directo r, said "It was a very rewarding experience. When we began to dance the younger ki ds all stopped tal king. They became quiet and watched, sitting absolutely still." Board Member Deborah Nelson, who attended the Camp with her family, reflected on how meaningful it was to those gathered there to connect with ancient Cambodian trad itions and to each other. ~----------------------------- I I I I I I I I I I I National Parl( Service Performance This September we added Williamsburg, Virginia to the growing list of venues, near and far , where Angkor Dance Troupe has performed . Th is time the occasion was a special one: the annual conference of the National Leadership Council of the National Park Service (NPS) . Lowell Natio nal Historical Park Superintendent, Mi chael Creasy, invited the Troupe to perform not only as a treat for the attendees, but also as a way to model cutting edge private-public partnership, and exploration of cultural resources. Among those who enjoyed the performance were the NPS Director Mary Bomar, and the Secretary of the Interior, Dirk Kempthorne. Lowell N PS's Duey Kol remarked that "the dancers who represented the T roupe on this special day were magical, and we received many compliments. Their professionalism and passion for thei r heritage and trad itional arts really Troupe Members, NPS's Duey came through . To be recognized formally by Kol and Michael Creasy, w ith Mary Bomar is a great Dirk Kempthorne and Mary achievement." Bomar. 3 �·---------------------- -, ,. . The Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc is a 50 I (c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for our young members. Through a generous arrangement with the Lowell National Historical Park, Angkor has offices and rehearsal space on the third floor of the Mogan Cultural Center. The Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Parker Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities generously support the work of the Troupe. We thank the many individuals, businesses and charitable groups that make our work possible. We would like to especially mention the following people and businesses to thank them for their support this season : Angkor Dance Troupe PO Box 1553 40 French Street, Lowell, MA O1853 Tel: (978) 275-1823 Fax: (978) 275-1824 Email: timthou@yahoo.com Website: www.angkordance.org Raymond Anstiss and Company, David Blair, Paul Borgasand, Claire Breckon, Eleanor Briggs, Karla Brooks-Baehr, Casey Family Services, Jim Cooney and the Arbella Foundation, Nancy Donahue, the Elephant Walk Restaurant, Enterprise Bank, Maryalice Foley, Khemara Restaurant, Bonna Mai and family, Sokhanarith Moeun, Deb Nelson and family, Louis Pinn Insurance, Jonathan Pulliam, Samuel Pulliam, the Lowell Sun, Tim Thou and family, Unwrapped, Inc., Geoffery and Chenda Wilson, and many others. We also thank our Board, Staff and troupe members, as well as the merchants and vendors who provided items Annual Fundraiser's Silent Auction. We particularly thank Phousita Huy and Chhaan Touch and their family for all that they do for the Troupe. Last but not least, we thank you, the Friends of Angkor Dance Troupe! '---------- ------------------ - Angkor Dance Troupe PO Box 1553 Lowell, MA O1853 _, � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe Fall 2007 newsletter Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe Fall 2007 newsletter. Includes news such as summary of performances and grants awarded. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 4 p.; 28 x 21.5 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b13_f06_i001 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/be63eeeb259779efa995c7699e38337a.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=Gt1Y9ByF2Qhd9pWPQR3xPmgwORKSZTJdfzTozZAonjmvmgE6xbh25fsAb4%7EcaoZFuTbI-laZoK9MLMGRdhIBDCfEhVmMKaVzhY23YFR1ScmsFGcMT7IY%7ETlM1ML1E%7Ew8Y1cpQnDE--cLFaNWHEoeiCJhLiup9mE1vsXsNSF-7QFxeJG5XeJTk%7EEqpVgaXIVqrbi3SLwp%7Ex6rLKYt3FdeSZkzQIBjuAFVq0535S57gYLeuUd%7EwHhCmSm1WDtzF6q8aJ8O6bpMjfrPYNUnGAOUVTF4ckgDZcjTBVNkpzKp65h7BJG4NXA2pVFl%7EjhOIVCoUQ91n6a3l7n1FfkcBDL96w__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 70d359e1ca8608a35ab05b8c5e9cfa9f PDF Text Text � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Pin Panhchapor performance by Angkor Dance Troupe handout, 2016 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Handout for Angkor Dance Troupe's performance of "Pin Panhchapor" at the Merrimack Repertory Theater. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2016 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 22.8 x 10.1 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_008 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Cambodians Ephemera Pin Panhchapor https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/b4c21ec9e5390ca2a218571886c83b93.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=s1X8pMUeyXD37uHtvaKSnLKBbRR%7Ejj0ppDIu407QkT5UiQvgY%7ElcfWAWoS582Kdz-7MQ4mDWFka-P4IsYytEkUnwHDo9wFn76SnKCCWR7C3UWVmNxYi30B6S0FAEJbfajOs75biSgbDsqySxYdIWORDSQrqPE4gNwOrLD774WbDddPm7DcR3WaESs17nb8ISiBIKSAD-aHOf%7E3zXk-JtzIjbEWLAi6TofkyZUTzWMOc06ova36ibLIyySM4W-6qLf-lYkX6BPeAt2T%7ER%7Ea8YG-xeBjmtrvlU0g7E%7Ev-va9if16Da%7EF8mpHiHwoExRx9NzuDR3lwgZJ4HtSETYhA-uA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 2964dbb1d946cfe3d56009b27b436108 PDF Text Text The Angkor Dance Troupe Presents the World Premiere of APSARA DANCING STONES fffiJUl~il 0 www.angkordance.org �l MoniMekali A Century of Strength. A Generation ofTrust. A Lifetime of Support. Since that day long ago when children gathered their nickels and pennies to save for a better future, the mission of Jeanne D'Arc was put into action. For 100 years, we have been fully involved in this community and in helping the people who live, work and go to school here, pursue opportunities and fulfill dreams. It is our past It is our present. And it is our future. JOIN US AND BE A PART OF THE NEXT 100 YEARS. WeShareACommonThread.org As a community partner, Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union is proud to support the Angkor Dance Troupe. I �l a la Sponsors Nancy & Richard Donohue Foundation . �Thank You We are delighted you have joined us for the world premiere of Apsara Dancing Stones. 25 years ago, we began the Angkor Dance Troupe with the vision to preserve and develop the traditions of Cambodian performing arts, that was almost completely wiped out during the Khmer Rouge genocide. As a community struggling to put down roots in a new homeland, Cambodian dance provides a poignant reminder of the beauty and spirituality of our culture and helps us build a more stable foundation for our children. As the heart and soul of the Cambodian American community in Lowell, the Troupe has served as a foundation and voice of our cherished cultural traditions. We are nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished and experienced of the U.S. - based Cambodian traditional arts ensembles and have received recognition from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the National Endowment of the Arts, and the White House. Apsara Dancing Stones represents a monumental achievement in the artistic development and innovation of the Troupe. The story of Apsara Dancing Stones uses the traditions and techniques of the classical Khmer dance blended with contemporary dance drama elements. This interpretive dance allows the Angkor Dance Troupe to honor Cambodian history and culture while advancing the art form to a new level. As we debut this performance we look forward to all the opportunities that lie ahead the next 25 years. We hope you enjoy the show! Tim Thou Founder & Director Phousita Huy Artistic Director Linda Sou President of the Board �Story The Angkor Dance Troupe presents the premiere of Apsara Dancing Stones, a contemporary dance drama that embodies the beauty and culture of Cambodia. With Eastern and Western influences, this visual narrative combines an unparalleled performance of dance and music from modern and classical Cambodian styles. A young Cambodian/ American architectural student, Khemra, travels to Cambodia with a group of students to study the UNESCO world heritage site, Angkor Wat. He is unaware that the spirits inhabiting the stones of Angkor have a story to tell. Through the eyes of the Apsara, Khemera is about to embark on a magical journey into Cambodia's golden era of Gods and Goddesses. Evening Program General Audience Admission Apsara Dancing Stones ACT I Intermission Apsara Dancing Stones ACT II VIP Meet & Greet with Classical Dance Master, Artistic Director & Principal Dancers �• :, . • ,, 'l • ~ ~ • • ' • ~• • • !II ~ Susan Mitchell e~ Enterprise Bani< --- Jim Wilde Greater Merrimack Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau a venturesawa1t �Sovann Macha Sponsors 100°/o Quality App3f8I \ 10%0FForder vour next custom apparel Vlsll us on lhe web 10 view our selectlon from popular brandS lnctudfng : G!L~N rnlla. ... _... I z OD O FRUIT g, ICCM. ®31"¥1 www.noreastapparel.com I 978-703-0974 I 1278 Gorham SL Lowell Ma. Axial Financial Group Centered on You. . �Cast& Artistic Stage & Crew: Mrs. Phousita S. Huy, Artistic Director Mr. Higgins, Jim, Flying Orb Productions Director Mr. Touch, Chhan, Asst. Artistic Director Mr. Proeung, Chhieng, Writer Mrs. Soth, Somaly, Assistant Advisor Mr. Tim C. Thou, Program Director Mrs. Khakhada Horn, Asstistant Manager Mrs. Kolab Thou, Costumer/Dresser Mrs. Chenda Wilson, Assistant Costumer/Dresser Mrs. Akara Mao, Assistant Costumer Principal Dancers of the Angkor Dance Troupe: Kim Allen Pech Heung EmalyHorn Sophy Leng Brianna Mai Phirum Meas Sovannthida Morn Sophorl Ngin RanciaPhin Virginia Prak Mary Prum Channa Sath Sokhoeun Sok Krisna Thou Monica Veth Peter Veth �&Crew Performers & Dancers: Caitlyn Chan Nova Chenda Charlie Chhor Tanromni Chum Isabel Clafin Nicky C. Fennell Sopaul Hem Malia Keo RandyKeung Johnny Khat Samantha Lehouillier Kalya Iek Sovann-Malis Loeung Kelly Salida Ly Alexandra S. Mai Celena Mai Curtis Mai Krissandra Mai Salena Mam Athenna Mao Anton Mao Bunkeath Meng Vanny Nelson Melissa Ouk Jefferson Phan Victoria Phan John Phim Nina Touch Vituu Touch Kevin Searth Phalida Sok-Soth Anita Srey Rotanna Srey Chummeng Suon Sopeeda Suy Paulina Tran Daisy Var Jasmin Tauvari Udomsay Judith S. Wilson Robin S. Wilson Reaksmey Yan Soundtrack Production: Mrs. Hieng, Nayto, Folk Dance Master from RUFA Miss. Heung, Pech Mr. Chun, Sokdavin, Studio Mixer/ Owner Mr. Ek, Side, Guitar, Keyboard , Music & Lyric Composer, and Singer Mr. Chau, Sopharith, Asst. Studio Sound Track Recording Mr. Preung Proun, Musicians Leader Mr. Nou, Vandy, Musician Mr. Se, Phalla, Roneat Thung Mr. Nol, Kol, Salai-Kloy Mr. Ven, Phirum, Violin Mr. Yun, Theara, Tro Mr. Meas, Kimhan, Sampo Mr. Rus, Sokunthear, Kong Thom Chun, Sokdavin, Studio Coordinator Artists from Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh Cambodia: Miss. Sin, Sakada (Apsara) Miss. Um, Chanthida (Seven Color Dancer) Miss. Sith, Chanvoleak, Dancer Miss. Chhoan, Nirothanak, Apsara Miss. Sok,.Lyna, Dancer Miss. Mom, Vanvotei, Dancer Miss. Sam, Limsothea, Menop Miss. Sam, Savin, (Seven Color Dancer) Miss, Chhoan, Niboran, Krot . �Characters and Scenes In order of Appearance Welcoming Dance - Mary Prum, Pech Heung, Kim Allen, Virgina Prak, Brianna Mai, Thida Morn, Phirum Meas Khemra - Chantha Krouch A young architectural student traveling to Siem Reap to study the temples of Angkor. Student Dancers - Tim Sokhoeun, Sophy Leng, Sophorl Ngin The students explore the temples and dance amusingly among one another bringing with them western influences in their style of dance as they imitate the gestures of the Apsara carvings. Apsara Dancer - Monica Veth An Apsara dancer within the palace walls of Angkor which symbolizes Cambodia's beauty and culture. Prince Mearnup - Sokhoeun Sok A Prince who lives within the palace walls encounters the Apsara dancer. They fall in love with one another gazing at stars and moon in the night sky. Warriors in Training - Bunkeath Meng, Charles Chhor, Cheymony Fennell, Chummeng Suon, Randy Keung, Johnny Khat, John Phim, Kalya Iek, Sopaul Hem, Reaksmey Yan Young warriors train in preparation to protect the Angkor kingdom from intruders. Garuda - Peter Veth A mythical half man half bird creature is depicted destroying the Apsara stones. This animal is used to symbolize those who show disregard for others' culture, and Cambodia's period ·of strife and destruction with the looting of precious temple artifacts and art forms. Flashlight Search - Poutda Pech, Tim Sokhoeun, Charles Chhor, Johnny Khat Broken Apsara Stones - Krisna Thou, Rancia Phin, Channa Sath, Robin Wilson, Monica Veth The broken Apsara stones weep from the vandalism by Garuda. �Tep Apsara - Sophorl Ngin, Sophy Leng, Brianna Mai, Virgina Prak, Emaly Horn, Ihida Morn, Mary Prum, Phirum Meas, Pech Heung The finale is a dance of rebirth as young dancers rise to dance once again. The song is an appeal for protection and preservation of this beloved icon of Cambodian people. The Apsara's power as a symbol of peace and reverence lies in the hands of future generations. Angkor Sponsors I-I • MERRIMACK -VALLEY- HOUSING PARTNERSHIP ~ !$ ~ ~First Eastern Mortgage _ _ _ Corporation ,F IE E Lf:P WANT WALK Carol & George Duncan . - . , . , '11t5THDOIA.l.s.\\'INC.i lANK • - H&R BLOCK• LOWELL COMMU NITY CARBON ~OB LOUIS L. PINN INSURANCE AGENCY m1emmmrn9'ln919 211ChelmsfordSt. '.owell.MA0 18Sl Phone:(978)452-4748 Fax: (978)452-4754 �~ Staff & Administration Host Committee: Melissa Carino George Chigas Suzzanne Cromwell Carol Duncan Jenny Fichera David Grenier Stacies Hargis Vanna Howard Richard Howe Jr. Sovann-Malis Loeung Paul Marion Rosemary Noon James Ostis Dara Pinn Louis Soares Sopheap Theam Sophy Theam Aileen Tran Ani Vong Jessica Wilson Volunteers: Vandara Chum Emil Kuruvilla Visa! Lim Linda Uch Performers and Crew from Flying Orb Productions: Tim Sokhoen Poutda Pech Sara Thanongsinh Paula Em London Long RickyOrng �Board of Directors: Linda Sopheap Sou, President Sochenda Uch, 1st Vice President Deborah Nelson, 2nd Vice President Vyrik Eng, Treasurer Sovanna Pouv, Secretary Program Staff: Tim Thou, Program Director Khakhada Horn, Assistant to Director Phousita Huy, Artistic Director Peter Veth, Assistant Artistic Director Liz Clafin, Sales Coordinator Shaun McCarthy, Grant Writer Joan Gendron John Phim Lianna Kushi Lydia Breckon Narin Sinuon Walter Wright �Mission The Angkor Dance Troupe, a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit, is a unique organization that provides an essential service to the community. The Troupe is the only nonprofit cultural group in Lowell, MA, whose sole mission is to preserve the traditions of Cambodian performing arts. The Angkor Dance Troupe develops and teaches Cambodian dance, promotes an understanding and appreciation of Cambodian culture, and provides a positive social and educational outlet for Cambodian youth. History The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed in 1986 by Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge holocaust. Lowell's Cambodian American community, estimated at more than 35,000 people, is the second largest in the country. When we resettled here, we brought a passion to carry on our cherished cultural traditions to practice and perform, to teach our children, and to see our art preserved for future generations of all cultures. We take our name from the great Angkor civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia. Dance and music have always been prominent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly eliminated when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970s. Artists were among those deliberately targeted for execution. More than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. Today, as Cambodians around the world struggle to emerge from decades of war and poverty, our people look to the rebirth and re-creation of dance as testimony to the endurance of our culture. "The Angkor Dance Troupe is a gem in the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Cultural Council is proud to be a longtime supporter of Angkor for its beauty, value, and impact in preserving this rich cultural art form for the Lowell community and beyond" says Anita Walker, the Executive Director for the Mass Cultural Council. "The Angkor Dance Troupe is not only an organization promoting dance, it's an inspiration to all those who survived the Cambodian Genocide three decades ago, and a testament to the enduring power of the arts:' �Contributor Sponsors. ,.w,m ,_, ~ swwws ,,_., Engineering a Sustainable Future Dorcas Grigg St. Onge Saito Supply, Co. Inc Paul Marion &Rosemary Noon Friend Brew'd Awakening Dance This Way Humanity Korde & Associates Mealea Chan Polcari The Old Court Sopheap Theam Sara's Serendipity Floral Design Supporters Socheat Chan Dr. George Chigas Vandara Chum Kent Davis Jim Higgins Phousita Huy DatASIAN, Inc. Samkhann Khoeun Lyla Chea Khut Chenda Korn Sophy Leng Bonna Mai Rath Mam Leang Sambuth Tim & Kolab Thou Neary Touch Dorothy Varon �NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK In Celebration of the 25th Anniversary, we would like to extend sincere gratitude to the Lowell National Historic Park for their continuous support and partnership, which made this milestone possible. www.angkordance.org � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's presentation of "Apsara Dancing Stones," 2012 Description An account of the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's presentation of "Apsara Dancing Stones." The story of Apsara Dancing Stones uses the traditions and techniques of the classical Khmer dance blended with contemporary dance drama elements. This interpretive dance allows the Angkor Dance Troupe to honor Cambodian history and culture while advancing the art form to a new level. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2012 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 16 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i007 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations 2010-2019 Apsara Dancing Stones Books Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/292adb29769dbbccd6f7dd48b4db93c2.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=f8xdVgT83qiIGOKHYh5A33P6WwKeaXvQFar5hA2uSlEHydmo8%7EbLQLEdR0vFIFxPPoPfz%7Eeenvm88zuY6oXs7kIGUbd4PsXx0MkQmCqAd32cfzB%7EF3TMooGh4nSJfXf4qzrE3evhy6u0ooRHXnNd2Di9wd6BJH-45nICsuDjhZ1t1xLtgQ-b0q2TV73NzAFtWVivjfPyMMHePCBDbK4deOdKMH6JJ8%7E6iBGLKzW9MVRIiZnhuWOM0aS3hjdD2LGwDuPJgC14SO3kaONDDuv0yHabQxJtilQ4uKhGFei4FXe%7ERTqcbAJdXDwWfNsMuyppU-Wjme73h3gpQ5pZ8mwEOg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM e67672dbb49ccc6c26756238d025c0ab PDF Text Text ~ 0 fiUS~S.Q9S ~ n J\tt5ltor Dattcc T ro~pc Cambobiatt dassical & Folk Datte~ 2000 COMMEMORATIVE BOOK �• d PERSONAL INJURY &~:~1neranQQ WORK INJURY &~:~1nn61e1im• DIVORCE o) BANKRUPTCY f\!WSf! BUSINESS LAW e~emQQ~ft! 0 o) ... f\55rus~n~ ~"'"! CRIMINAL LAW IMMIGRATION ~ f!~rug~ Q c) • mfw~ruwe~e PALMA LAW OFFICES, P.C. 45 MERRIMACK STREET, SUITE 330 LOWELL MASSACHUSETTS 0 1852 (978) 970-221 1 �TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 - 24 About the Angkor Dance Troupe 39 How to Contact Us II. The Year in Pictures -The White House & All America City 26 - 33 38 - 39 Ill. Funders & Credits 39 IV. Special Thanks - Staff, Board of Directors, Collaborators V. Directory of Advertisers ABC Financial Network 2 Paul A. Balakin, Attorney 12 Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels 40 Jane Benfey & Linda Silka 38 Lyla Chea & Family 25 Community Teamwork, Inc. 29 Nina Coppens, UMass Lowell 33 Nancy & Richard Donahue 27 Eno, Boulay & Martin, LLP, Attorneys 11 Enterprise Bank & Trust Co. 23 First Essex Bank 19 35 Friends of the Ankgor Dance Troupe Thomas D. Haggard, Attorney 25 Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union 31 Dr. Lee S. Knight, Chiropractor 13 Loom Pres,( 27 Paul Maridn and Rosemary Noon 5 11 MassBank Armand P. Mercier, Lowell City Councilor 15 Inside Back Cover Mom's Therapy Steve Moses, UMass Lowell 24 Law Offices of Mona T. Movafaghi 33 Neak Pean Real Estate 11 Page One Productions 37 Pailin Jewelry 7 Palma Law Offices Inside Front Cover Steve Panagiotakos, State Senator 17 Don Pierson, Dean, UMass Lowell 31 Louis L. Pinn Insurance 7 Jonathan & Diane Pulliam 18 Smart Tax Solutions 17 Saints Memorial Medical Center 9 17 Janice M. Stecchi, Dean, UMass Lowell Thomas Stylianos, Law Offices Outside Back Cover Tim Chan Thou Family - In Memory of Mrs. Peou Khatna 20-21 Trinity Ambulance 36 Andeth Vann & Family - In Memory of our Dad 34 I. �America Bankers Companies Financial Network, Ltd. ~ --?% ~ Headquarter: 174 Central Street Lowell, MA 01852 Phone (978) 452-2973 Fax (978) 452-7653 ---~ FINANCIAL NEfWORK Boston Office: 1391 Dorchester Ave. Dorchester, MA 02122 Phone (617) 282-5454 Fax (617) 282-5522 ltd. 6~en~e~~e "~ t~tHJlBitmn A.B.C. Financial Network, Ltd. triitl~ msmftrmfjb I ijbtm IDUWlb Mn u9 ruuti fl nJIMtJfttv'mJBb 9ttJMtvruq bm t1 ms ifoqmsi tmn clin 01Moff r.o1m11t(Jbi got11• 1111 • s~m•tt,mn 9-itmnimg:yclinuigd~m•t(Jbi v-itmnclinuim11trun m-itmn clinir1Moff r.o1muucii1ruinun mtrt'irugo msdnugsmbtrihs: m1ruinunr.orm1~tmn tytr11u11m 1nnobmum Mrugis g o81bttmtrts:• - .. ' .. ' J Full Financial Services A.B.C. Financial Network is a diversified financial syndicate. We offer full lending services as well as investment brokerage. We put people in homes and build financial security. Gl LENDER • • • Mortgage Loans Commercial Loans Small Business Loans • • • Equity Loans Cash Out Refinancing Full Lines of Credit Please call Sandy Chau or Sophom Chey for a free Prequalification. Massachusetts: Lender# 0172 Broker# 0182 Small Loan# 0634 2 �The Power of Art & Culture: A Commuttit'1 Heals ltsdf The Angkor Dance was formed in 1986 by Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge genocide. When we resettled in Lowell, we brought a passion to carry on our cherished traditions - to practice and perform, to teach others, and to see the art form preserved for future generations of all cultures. The Angkor Dance Troupe is nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished Cambodian traditional arts ensembles performing today. The Troupe is directed by world-renowned master teachers and performs a body of work developed in concert with the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, considered the premier standard bearer for tradi tional Cambodian arts. The Angkor Dance Troupe is listed on the Massachusetts and New England States Touring Rosters and has performed at venues including the White House, First Night Boston, the National and Lowell Folk Festivals, the Berkshire Museum, Yale University, and Jacob's Pillow. 3 �A classical dancer performs a ceremony at Angkor Wat. The Troupe takes its name from the great Angkor Civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD, when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia . Dance, music, and drama have always been prominent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly eliminated when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970's. Artists were among those deliberately targeted for execution and more than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. Today as Cambodians in Lowell and elsewhere struggle to emerge from decades of war and poverty, our people look to the rebirth and re-creation of dance as testimony to the endurance of Cambodian culture. 1 4 �Greater Lowell is home to the second-largest community of Cambodian Americans in the country. Cambodian dance performances provide a poignant reminder of the beauty and spirituality of Cambodian culture and help us develop a sense of home and community in a new homeland . While working in refugee camps during the 1980's, anthropologist Toni Shapiro observed that despite adverse conditions there was a passion to dance. "People who know only the rudiments of Khmer classical or folk dance movements taught others, and they staged small shows ... Wherever the Khmer were, some were dancing. In the camps along the ThaiCambodian border, a war zone in 1983, dancers dodged artillery shells on the way to practice or even during performances. Still they danced ... And thousands showed up to watch, sometimes perching on bunkers to get a better view." Congratulations to the "Coming Up Taller" award winners who were honored at the White House in 1999! from Paul Marion & Rosemary Noon 5 2 �e lassical dance is considered by some to be the "proleung" (soul) of the Khmer people. It has been connected to the sacred rituals of Cambodia for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor civilization, dancers performed blessing ceremonies in temples to bring prosperity to the kingdom. Bas relief carvings at Angkor Wat depict heavenly dancers called Apsaras which were believed to connect the human world to the gods. Classical dance is sometimes called 'court dance' or Cambodia's 'royal ballet.' At one time, classical dance was the exclusive domain of royalty. Today this cherished art is enjoyed by audiences around the world. Classical dance combines highlystylized positions and gentle movements. Gestures are strictly defined and distinguished by intricate hand positions. 6 �louis l. Pinn Insurance Agencv mtrtJ1enintrnme1iiiutmiil1me1 ttrrl11fl 8q:lgtt!Jb"l r\mirmnnnn g: Bl1 rnruiQn!J1 vrnml1~ ur1nm1urng1ir'tfl8 1dW§ (Registry Services) 98tfll Wrinn ntgnyrui ., 1319 Middlesex Street Lowell, MA 01851 (9781 452-4748 Diamond-Gem Stones-Fine Jewelry Wholesales, Retail, Exchange Repair & Custom Design 716 Middlesex Street, #9 Lowell, MA 01851 Bus. 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Just as classical dance is ruled by a strict form and a prescribed language of movement, folk dance is spontaneous, created for emotional expressions. 8 �Best Wishes to the Angkor Dance Troupe and the Greater Lowell Cambodian Community Saints Memorial Medical Center Quality Care You Can Count On, Close To Home! ~ tt~t SAINTS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER fJ _.. Yours for life One Hospital Drive, Lowell, MA www.saints-memorial.org 9 �A National Leader in Traditional Cambodian Dance Troupe Artistic Director Phousita S. Huy is one of the world's mostrespected master teachers of Cambodian dance. Before joining the Troupe, she was a faculty member with the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, and she toured internationally as a principal with the Classical Dance Company of Cambodia. Troupe Coordinator and Founder Tim Chan Thou was certified as a teacher of Cambodian traditional dance at the Khao-1-Dang and Philippine Refugee Centers. During 1998 and 1999, the Troupe presented 66 performances, workshops, and educational residencies for more than 20,000 people. Highlights include performances for the City of Lowell at the All America City competition in Philadelphia in June 1999 and, in October c: "' 0 ·.::; .~ 1999, at a White :a ::::J House ceremony. "' Left, Sochenda Uch c... ..0 0 ii z "' ~ t Q) ::::J performs the "Fishing Dance" at 0 u B 0 ..c: c... Boarding House Park in Lowell. �EB &M ENO, BOULAY & MARTIN, LLP ATTORNEYS - AT - LAW Q " , m~emrue.;s~iS ARTHUR L. ENO, JR. SANDRA M. BOULAY WlLLIAM F. MARTlN, JR. 134 Middle Street-Suite 300 • Lowell, MA 01852-1867 7el 978-452-8902 Fax. 978-453-2585 t.l NeakPean Vincent Bona Un B roker I Owner )}} Real Estate ~ 660 Middlesex Street Lowell, MA 01851 ~ Phone (978) 452-7653 1.:.J Fax (978) 452-7951 ~;<,;. ,. 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Since 1986, the Troupe has served approximately 300 young people, ranging in age from 4 to 18, who rigorously rehearse and participate in Troupe performances and events. Youth apprentices typically stay involved with the Troupe for at least 4 to 5 years. In 1999, the Angkor Dance Troupe was selected for the prestigious Coming Up Taller award from the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities and the National Endowment for the Arts. The awards were presented to a select group of ten organizations across the nation to honor exemplary arts programs serving at-risk youth. vi 1... 0 c: 0 :::c: ClJ vi ::I 0 :::c: ClJ ...., ·..c: 3: Samnang Hor, 15, and Sopheap Sou, 16, with Harriet Mayor Fullbright, Chair of the President's Committee on t he Arts and Humanities, and Actor William Baldwin at the " Coming Up Taller" White House awards ceremony. 14 �To the Performers... Continued Success To the Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc .... Best Wishes Armand P. Mercier City Councilor 15 �Angkor Youth Dance - A Community Partnership Reaps Rewards In October 1998, the Troupe launched Angkor Youth Dance, a very successful afterschool and summer program for at-risk youth with major funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative. We operate the program with a number of community partners including the ADAM project of Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell, the UMass Lowell College of Health Professions, the Lowell Community Schools Program, Community Teamwork, Inc., the Lowell office of DSS, the Lowell Police Department, and others. The Troupe helps Cambodian American young people make constructive choices in their lives by immersing them in the rich cultural heritage from which they come. Over the years, we have witnessed firsthand the value of cultural-based arts programming for yo uth. We have had several apprentices, for example, who were involved in gang activities when they joined the Troupe and who have since left their street life behind and are making re markable progress in their academic and personal lives. Through Angkor Dance Troupe, they develop a sense of discipl ine, self esteem, and pride in their Cambodian heritage. �Best Wishes to the Cambodian Community from STATE SENATOR Steven C. Panagiotakos We specialize in income SMART TAX SOl..UTIONS tax preparations for . . . . . . ; . - - - - - - - - s Individuals sFamilies SOMON6 RATTANAYON6 s Small Businesses TAX SP ECIALIST s Partnerships English, Khmer, Lao, and Thai speaking staff. 174 Central Street, Suite 234 Lowell, MA 01852 Phone: (978) 452-9344 Best Wishes from Dean Janice M. Stecchi College of Health Professions & Center for Health Promotion University of Massachusetts Lowell in anticipation ofcontinued partnerships. 17 �ANGKOR: THE NEXT GENERATION Two of the Troupe's Rising Young Apprentices: Diane Pulliam and Krisna Thou Bringing Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance to Lowell Best Wishes to the Cambodian Community from Jonathan and Diane Pulliam 18 �10-year-old Tony Oeung joined Angkor Youth Dance in 1999. "The first reason I joined the Angkor Dance Troupe is because I want to be a dancer, also an artist in music. Second, I want to be a role model. Third, I'm energetic and dancing is fun. Finally, I want to be a famous dancer among the Cambodian people and also learn a lot of Khm er history." How has your banking relationship been lately? lfitiGlfilJUlG At First Essex Bank, we offer our customers something more important than just moneywe offer them a good relationship. Which means our people take the extra time to really get to know you. 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She continued to study dance with the best teachers in the royal palace including Masters Learn and Dok Peay. As a young woman, Peou Khatna lived in the palace through the reign of King Sisowath (Rajanukot) until the end of the reign of King Manivong (Khatiyakot). She then left the palace and married Mr. Nuth Sin in 1944. She had two daughters, Sin Ny and Nuth Kantya. She was called to return to work with the Royal Dance Troupe by his Majesty, the King Norodom Sihanouk. She was in the royal Pleng Pin Peat (royal classical music group). As a member of Royal Dance Troupe, Mrs. Peou Khatna performed at many different official functions. She performed 55 times throughout various provinces in Cambodia, three times each in China and Indonesia, and once each India, France, Czechoslovakia, and Russia. The last performance was in 1970 when she accompanied the Cambodian Classical Dance Co. to the U.S. Surviving the 1975-1979 atrocities of the Khmer Rouge regime, she and her family went to Kao-I-Dang Refugee camp in Thailand in 1980, where she organized a Cambodian classical ballet ensemble. In 1981, the Troupe was resettled in the Washington D.C. area - the first Cambodian dance Troupe in the U.S. In 1983, Mrs. Khatna led the Troupe, known as the Khmer Traditional Arts Ensemble, in a U.S. tour funded by the National Endowment for the Arts. The Troupe performed throughout the U.S including California, Tennessee, Ohio, Florida, Rhode Island, and . Massachusetts. She directed performances at prestigious venues including the Kennedy Center, National Geographic, the Library of Congress, Museum of Natural History, Capitol Hill, and Wolf Trap. She received a Fellowship Award from the National Endowment for the Arts and a certificate of appreciation from President Ronald Reagan in 1986. In 1991, Venerable Preah Sumedhavansa Oung Mean Candavanno invited her to organize a cultural class at the Cambodian Buddhist Temple. She served as the Artistic Director for the Temple's dance programs until she passed away on Thursday, March 25, 1999 at Frederick Memorial Hospital, Washington D.C. (Interviewed by Mrs. Raci Say, Vice President of Cultural Committee.) Grandma, Your dedication and great commitment to the preservation and development of Cambodian culture will never be forgotten. May your soul and spirit be always with us and forever protect our heritage and traditional dance. Love always from your Grandson, Tim Chan Thou & Family 21 �LocalNews Mofff 's Story For three years, Mony Srey was a hard-core member of a notorious street gang . Mony was only thirteen when he joined the gang. He carried a gun, was arrested more than once, and served time at a DYS facility for assault and battery. In November 1999, Mony stepped up to a podium at the Massachusetts State House and spoke about his hope for the future . Now 16, Mony is a rising star with the Angkor Dance Troupe and an active member of the Big Brother Big Sister ADAM project and "Teens Reaching Out. " Mony Srey, seated with City Councilor Rithy Uong, waits to speak at a State House awards ceremony. 22 �~~ ir ENTERPRISE G:t BANK AND TRUST COMPANY ~~!!: FDIC A Certified SBA Lender 222 Merrimack Street • Lowell, MA 01852 • 978-459-9000 Maria Lobao, Assistant Vice President I Branch Manager Today, Mony Srey is a shining example of a young person destined for success. He celebrates his ethnic heritage by performing tradi tional Cambodian dances for audiences around the region . He volunteers to speak at conferences about his experiences. He is even exploring ways to have his gang tattoo removed. 23 �17-year-old Rathana Yok is a member of the Angkor Dance Troupe Board of Directors, a Troupe role model, and an assistant instructor. "I have been in the Troupe for several years. I joined because I wanted to learn about my heritage. In my years in the Troupe, I have seen fun times and sad times, and I've been in many performances. Rathana rehearsing the Fishing Dance before a performance at the All America City Competition in Philadelphia. "I have learned a lot since I joined the Troupe. I learned respect, self-discipline, confidence, self-esteem, and leadership. The afterschool youth program that I teach at has many memories for me elementary, middle, and high school students who learn to respect one Rathana, right, before a performance at FirstNight Boston in December 1996. another and set goals in their lives. They work together as a team and learn about many important issues like drugs, violence, abuse, and nutrition." AJYt.0Aig1uimaniAJwauillg11a1u111'Dl11 Steve Moses & The Center for Health Promotion University of Massachusetts Lowell Extend Sincere Best Wishes and Good Luck to The Angkor Dance Troupe, and Wish Board Members Jane Benfey and Nina Coppens the very best on their new directions and pursuits. 24 �Thomas D. Haggard 23 Central Ave., Suite 205 Lynn, MA 01901 (781) 598-5333 m1emrowGwee~~ij~rul'iGSl'ijmffil " '" - G •wee~sewmsi~-ffl'l•~~ijGmssinl.Sas•m "l " ..,. :;.r U) ir * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Apprentice dancer Calida Chea * * * learns Bopha Lokei from * * Angkor Dance Troupe Artistic * Director Phousita Huy during a * Sunday afternoon rehearsal. * 11 11 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * : ftJf:ftH7WffJru!tilsiUJf3f:f1~j tSifi}Af !tJJf:htiJ!tijUJC1'1 : * Lyla Chea and Family * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 25 �1999 ALL AMERICA CITY COMPETITION -A WINNING PERFORMANCE The Troupe was a central player in the City of Lowell's winning presentation at the 1999 All America City competition in Philadelphia in June. The City invited a dozen dancers to accompany the delegation. Troupe member Samnang Hor was chosen to speak in the City's official presentation for the judges, which also included two Troupe performances. Above, Channa Sath performs a blessing dance for the judges. Below, Troupe members cheer during Mayor Eileen Donoghue's speech at the awards ceremony. " Our time in Philadelphia was very exciting," said Troupe Coordinator Tim Chan Thou, pictured above with Rithy Uong. "One of the most memorable experiences was meeting the delegations from all of the different cities." Taary Ram shows her spirit during All America City festivities. "The best moment of the experience for me was when we performed for the states at the Civic Action Fair," said Sopheap Sou. " The feeling was wonderful having everyone cheer us on. I was really proud ." "The best thing about the trip for me was having the chance to represent a city where I was born and have lived all my life," said Sochenda Uch. "It was great being part of a crowd that was cheering for our city's pride." �Loom Press The Best in Regional Literature Congratulations to the Angkor Dance Troupe. Loom Press• P.O. Box 1394 •Lowell, MA 01853 Tlrankyouforyour C()~ _good work. Yoevmake-our C()~ a-better ptau,to live, a.std, work. 27 �WHITE HOUSE HONORS In 1999, members of the Troupe were invited to the White House to receive the prestigious "Coming Up Taller" award from the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Troupe was one of ten organizations chosen from more than 350 nominations from across the nation. The award was presented at a White House ceremony in October, during which four troupe members performed "Swva Pol," the Monkey Dance, above right. The threeday trip also included a visit with U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy. Above left, Troupe members Samnang Hor, Sopheap Sou, Bory Sours, Ruth Page, and Vyrik Eng on Capitol Hill. (Not pictured: David Noeuk) Above, Ruth Page with Actor William Baldwin, President of the Creative Coalition. Left, the Troupe w as honored at the State House in a ceremony by t he Mass. Cult ural Council, whi ch nominated the Troupe for the Coming Up Taller award. �1965 ~ 2000 eo11111111Hifg ?:ealllWOfk~ JHC. eetebrating 35 Vears of eo11111111Hifg Action 16 7 :Dutton St. ,&Jwell. ;14,assacltusetts (978) 459-0551 Jax (978) 453-9128 WJl!W. cg_111tea111. urg Jlapp!f New Vear .t Rest Wishes Angkor :Dance <:roupe 29 o1852 �Highlights of Recent Performances The "Butterfly Dance" at Boarding House Park ~ t ~ During 1998 and 1999, the Angkor Dance Troupe presented 66 performances, workshops, and educational residencies for more than 20,000 people. Four-year old Krisna Thou performs the Golden Mermaid role in the challenging classical dance "Hanuman & Sovann Macha" at Boarding House Park in August 1999. f" -g <( Left: "The Coconut Shell Dance " at the Massachusetts State House. Right: Rotana Thou and Sophy Leng perform the "Apsara Dance " during a Youth Dance Performance at the Smith Baker Center. 30 �* * 8dfJJ~fA/ls JWmµe;b!A/ From Your Friends at Jea:~~ :.~~~~t,.~:~n e ·910WI/~ ~ ~- " Swva Pol," Angkor Youth Dance Performance, Smith Baker Center, November 1999 Donald E. Pierson Dean, College of Education UMass Lowell 31 �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best Members of the Troupe rehearse for several hours each week. The method of teaching is based on the traditional model - apprentices learn by watching, imitation, and hands-on assistance from teachers. In 1999, renowned master teachers Sokhanarith Meour and Phan Phoung of Connecticut held a series of workshops on the "Chhay Yam" and other dances, through a project sponsored by the Lila Wallace Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program . �Angkor Dance Troupe Thank you for sharing the beauty of your culture! 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Contributing Sponsors in 2000 Eleanor Briggs The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation Jane & Tom Benfey Community Leaders in 2000 Jonathan and Diane Pulliam Nancy and Richard Donahue Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels Louis L. Pinn Insurance Agency Rosemary Noon & Paul Marion Citizens for Youth in 2000 Attorney John E. Leggat To find out more about the Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe, please call or write us at Angkor Dance Troupe, P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 35 �Compliments of Lowell's Emergency Service !3Jf:frfjs1:1yfj7Mft[f3iflt:l~~mmfJnfjndi Trinity E.M.S., Inc. 1221 Westford Street• Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 44 1-9999 36 �PAGE ONE PRODUCTIONS Film &Video • /\dvert isin g • Multimedia • Design (978) 251 -3832 • FAX (978) 251-8039 • pageone @mediaone.net w Z CL 0 :J 0 I- u :::> w u 0 z 0 <( 0 G::'. w 0 ~ z 0 0 z <( w 0 <( CL (]) ..c V 'l (]) ::> 0 V'l The Fan Dance at the 1998 Lowell Folk Festival. Photo by Andrew Page, Portland Maine. PAGE ONE PR ODUCTIONS, offering project management and public relations services, is proud to be part of the ongoing success story of the ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE. 37 �The Angkor Dance Troupe is funded in part by: MASSACHUSETTS CULTURAL COUNCIL A state agency that supports public programs in the arts, humanities, and sciences Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative THEODORE EDSON PARKER FOUNDATION The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities The National Endowment for the Arts The Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program, administered by the Fund for Folk Culture and underwritten by the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Fund. Lowell Cultural Council Lowell Community Development Block Grant Program Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe Greater Lowell Community Foundation VVe congratulate tfie youtfi of tfie Angkor Vance Trouye anatfie 1Uver .J'lmfJassadOrs 'Program for enricfiing tfie frves of a{{ in our community. Linda Silka, Director, Center for Family, Work, and Community at UMass Lowell Jane Benfey, Co-Chair Board of Directors, Angkor Dance Troupe 38 �Special Thanks To Our Dedicated Staff & Board of Directors Chhan D. Touch, Co-Chair Jane Benfey, Co-Chair Phousita S. Huy, Artistic Director Nissay Liek, Treasurer Tim Chan Thou, Troupe Coordinator Carole Mathews, Co-Secretary Ruth Page, General Manager Gloria Polites, Co-Secretary James Conlon Dr. Nina Coppens, RN Saovary En Lynne Faust, LNP Samnang Hor Akara V. Savun Dr. Laurie Beth Kalb Cassandra Keirstead Thida Loeung Bonna Mai Paul Marion Rady Mom Khoeun Pring Jonathan Pulliam Taary Ram Sopheap Sou Sochenda Uch Rithy Uong Rathana Yok Kolab Yin, Costumer Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Troupe Advisor Panha Yuk, Instructor And to our Partners and Collaborators: H. Mark Smith, Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative Jim Conlon, Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell ADAM project Jay Lange, Lowell Community Schools Program Carole Mathews, Lowell Area Dept. of Social Services Brenda Bond, Lowell Police Department Nina Coppens, University of Massachusetts Lowell Jim Canavan, Donna Welch, and Marco Cancel, Community Teamwork, Inc. Andrea Laskey and Erica McNamara, Lowell Teen Coalition Publication produced by Page One Productions Printing: Thurman Prints Photo Credits: Andrew Page, Rady Mom, Kevin Harkins, Tim Chan Thou, Toni Shapiro, Eileen Blumenthal, Eleanor Briggs, Love Photos, Jocelyn Augustino Translation Services: Nissay Liek Sources: Dance and the Spirit of Cambodia, Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Cornell University, 1994 "Cambodia's Royal Dance," Eileen Blumenthal, Natural History, 4/89 "The Dancer in Cambodia," Toni Shapiro, Ph .D., Asian Art & Culture, Arthur M. Sack/er Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Winter 1995 Southeast Asia Today, Oxford University Press 1 2 "Dance and the Spirit of Cambodia," Toni Shapiro, Ph .D. diss. Cornell University, 1994 For more information about the Angkor Dance Troupe, please call or write us at: P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 FAX: (978) 251-8039 http://civic.uml.edu/angkor 39 �Congratulations to our Role Models! Pov Sath, 1996 & Khoeun Pring, 1998 Andeth Vann, 1995 & Sopor Vann, 1994 Rothana Yok, 1998 & Akara V. Savun 1997 Samnang Hor & Sopheap Sou 1999 Taary Ram, 2000 & Sochenda Uch, 2000 Best Wishes from Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels 40 �- .... ~ Find out what alternative therapy can do for you. Call Rady for more information. ~ ~ ~ tl ;: ~ b-0 ~ ~ ~ • ~ ~ "" "" i... .... V) • ~ ""· ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ i... ~ ~ ~ • ~ ~ ~ '-I ~ ~ '-I ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ i> ~ ~ c;.; "Wishing you and yours peace, prosperity, and good health in the New Year. 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(978) 459-5000 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. 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Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe Commemorative Book, 2000 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe 2000 Commemorative Book. Includes description of the organization, Classical and Folk Dances, and youth recruitment. There are also photographs and captions highlighting the members' performance during the year. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 44 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i006 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Books Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/e5eaef7b92e5976276c07e02c755f6e8.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=H%7Ej9qf4onwxSkPY6HtoSEv8MCZb3UC05JOfwrBXFFgCDKsJwJw5opKQuH5DQRDS93AtXYTg6lGXPOrPpI0RS04n5X03pzl4UxsluqBUmZA8nxP5ORYyD7YQe5LrkvopigBUQmT3QCI-yF8rM%7ElErJxMzyJf27uMCYFJJjxhxSYVGQN7S6FdbSzUalaPv9NyR974oXJGDQmGAA-x7yLFQgFHEe2AMUiA6pVl7LnEAs0Odm7%7E0xGBspbU96QR7B91lOpztFhBysHKKoyCOODXL8JcehH9zmn28MTbXK05KuYFvJ1UEAnqzs-ccDhJif-exDKjJzG%7EkbvvC-bJ5RwlD4A__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 9d4d81712b9d8ad7b28dc71ea1f167bb PDF Text Text �THilnH YOU The Board of Directors and Staff of the Angkor Dance Troupe welcome you to this performance of Pin Panhchapor. Tonight's event marks the kickoff of our 30th Anniversary Series of events, culminating in a celebration that will take place on April 7, 2017 at the Sompao Meas Hall. The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed thirty years ago with the vision to preserve and develop the Cambodian performing arts, traditions that were almost completely wiped out during the Khmer Rouge genocide. For a community struggling to put down roots in a new homeland, Cambodian dance provides a poignant reminder of the beauty and spirituality of our culture and helps us build a more stable foundation for our children. As the heart and soul of the Cambodian American community in Lowell, the Angkor Dance Troupe has served as a foundation and voice of its cherished cultural traditions. The Troupe is nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished and experienced traditional Cambodian arts ensembles in the United States and has received recognition from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the National Endowment of the Arts, and the White House. Enjoy the show, and we hope to see you at other 30th anniversary events to come! Tim Thou Co-Founder Phousita Huy Artistic Director DahvyTran Executive Director 2 Michael Conway President �BIDGRflPHY Al15kor o.,l1CC TrOUt'C· IJ1c. 15~m:J~~~f Dr. Hang Rithyravuth Mr. Hang Rithyravuth was born on April 21, 1967 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. In 1979, he started learning Classical Cambodian Dance at the of School of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh and in 1981 began his study in piano, where he realized his passion for music. This led to him receiving a scholarship in 1985 to study music in Russia. He graduated in 1990 with a degree in Choir Conducting from the Tchaikovsky's College of Music, in Moscow. Then received his Master Degree in Orchestra Conducting from the Gnesin Academy of Music in 1995 and his Ph.Din Philology from the Institute ofWorld Literature in Moscow, in 1999. He returned to Cambodia in 2000 and has been working for the Royal University of Fine Arts (RUFA), and became a Acting Dean of the Faculty of Music in 2016. He is a conductor of the Cambodia Chamber Orchestra, professor of music history for various universities including the Royal Academy of Cambodia and other 3 �Attgltcr O"'ttcc Troupe. lttc. wu=m~~= private universities in Phnom Penh, Director of Mozart Music Center. In addition to his professional work, Mr. Hang Rithyravuth spends his free time creating Cambodian robam and lakon (plays), and have successfully completed four works: Piano Peanor (Piano and Monkey), Pin Panhchapor (Harp and 5 colors), Snaeng (Horn), Mom ChangKran (Triangle Store). Pin Panhchapor was created with the support of: Mrs. Him Nala, Vice Dean of Faculty of Choreography at RUFA Mrs. Sam Sathsa, Classical Dance Master at RUFA Mr. Proeung Chhieng, Advisor of Ministry of Culture/Fine Arts Mrs. Phousita S. Huy, Angkor Dance Troupe's Artistic Director 4 �PRDGRIM Att5kor D~"t1cc Tro\jrc. lt1c. 1.i:~rn1~~f Pre Show: Ream Leak Chup Leak - classical In the story Reamker, Neang Seda, the princess is living in exile in the forest with her son and the hermit, a magic wizard. She sets out to bathe one morning, leaving her sleeping son Ream Leak with the hermit. On her way to the pond, she spots a female monkey, and she notices the monkey carrying her young with her wherever she goes. Neang Seda feels guilty about leaving her own son behind and goes back and gets him. The hermit is in deep meditation and doesn't notice Neang Seda's return or her taking Ream Leak. When he wakes to find the child missing, he panics and fears Neang Seda anger. He takes Ream Leak's pillow and scrapes off some remnants of his skin cell - and fashions a new child - an identical clone of Ream Leak. Imagine Sita's surprise when she returns from bathing and finds that Ream Leak now has a twin. The hermit names the new boy Chup Leak. They decide the two boys will study together and for the next seven years, they study magic with the hermit. In this scene, the two boys go off to play in the forest with their bows and arrows. They each shoot an arrow into a large tree. The impact makes such a huge sound; it is heard all the way to the capital city. The Prince, Preah Ream, hears it and gets mad. He sends his best army general, a white monkey named Hanuman, to investigate the source of this sound, and to capture those responsible for it. He sends his white horse along with Hanuman but hangs a sign on the neck of the horse that says "Anyone who plays with this horse will be executed." 5 �AH5kor D~ttcc PRDGRilM Tr.:mpe. lttc. w~md"£' Eventually Hanuman and the horse catches up with the two boys in the forest. Ream Lak and Chup Lak are very curious boys. They see the sign and immediately check out the horse - and take turns riding it. Hanuman tries to capture them, but he can't because, with their seven years of training in magic have made the boys very powerful and crafty. Instead they capture Hanuman, tie him up, and before sending him back to Preah Ream, they take resin from a tree and write a letter on his face that says only Hanuman's master, Preah Ream will be able to untie the string. You see the Monkey general struggle against the rope and eventually he gives up and returns to his master, defeated in his mission. Krama Dance - folk The Krama, a Cambodian scarf woven from silk or cotton, has been a fashion staple since Ancient times and even to this day is still used by Khmer people throughout the country from rural areas to major cities. Over the years, the Krama became a symbol and a major part of the Khmer identity. In today's society, regardless of their position in life, every Cambodian uses Krama everyday whether as a scarf, a hammock, a fan, or to carry their lunch. Khmer people for generations have tied kramas around their waists to work and play in cool comfort. While some claim the thin cloth, wrapped around one's head or neck, is used primarily to wipe the sweat from a hot face, others say wearing a krama is as 'Khmer' as wearing a necktie is American. The Krama dance was depicted and symbolic of everyday Khmer people life 6 �PROGRAM Att5kor o~,.,ce Trowpc. lttc. ~l$fm~~f Pin Panhchapor Program: The Angkor Dance Troupe is proud to present Pin Panhchapor, a play inspired by the wall carvings on Angkor Wat and Bayon. It mixes traditional with contemporary to create an original work that focuses on the idea of love, war, and peace. Scene I: Churning of the Sea of Milk Scene II: Apsaras in the Garden of Paradise Scene III: Arun and Soriya Fall in Love with White Apsara Scene IV: Destruction of the Garden of Paradise Scene V: Summoning Panhchapor (Five Gods of Color) Scene VI: Peace and Harmony Returns Post-show talk with Dr. Hang Rithyravuth 7 �- A tt5kor U"'m'.:c Tr.,upe, h1c. ~~mn~~s Pit! Pilt!HCHilPDR Inspired by the 1,000 year old bas-relief or wall carvings on Angkor Wat and Bayon in Cambodia, Dr. Hang Rithyravuth, wrote the play of Pin Panhchapor along with composing the music accompaniment. As the Acting Dean of the Faculty of Music at the Royal University of Fine Arts (RUFA) in Phnom Penh, Dr. Rithyravuth was able to bring together talented musicians and performers to showcase the carvings of the Apsara, music instruments accompanying the Apsara, circ (circus performers), and the musical instruments accompanying the battle scenes. �lt!STRUMEt!TS Att5kor Dattcc Trow~. 1.51tm(l$4~S lttc. Sampoh, standard drum Chhing, small cymbal Sko Thom, large drum Pin, harp and is a string instrument Tro, two string instrument Kong Peat, nine intersecting gongs Srolai, wind instrument Kong Nhy, big female gongs Ksae Diev, one stri ng instrument 9 �Ansk..ir DAHCC FUl1 FilCTS Tr""f'C· Inc. ~~ftQR£f The whole play only uses 5 hand gestures: Pin Lok - grow Triuy- bud Slek - leaf Phka - flower Phlae - fruit The word Pin means harp, Panhcha means 5, Por means color There are 5 elements (water, earth, fire, wind, space ) The play is about PEACE There are 5 apsaras: 1 white and her 4 attendants There are 5 main notes for the Pin (CD EGA) The 5 colors (red, yellow, black, white, and blue) were inspired by the 5 rings of the Olympics Reference: h ttp://jeffmassni ck. b logspot. com/2008/07I meaning-of-h and-gestures-in-clasical. html 10 �Plrl Pilr!Hi:HilPDR 11 �A n5kor o...HCC Trou~ . lttc. 1,;JSIS5fo~S Scene I: Churning of the Sea of Milk Based on a tale over a thousand years ago, during the time of Brahmanism. It tells about a battle of good and evil between the Monkey General and Giant King over the Neak (Naga snake). The Neak was used to churn the sea of milk to extract the amrit (water of immortality). This liquid brings immortality to whomever possesses it. Over the course of 1,000 years they continued to churn the sea until one day within the foam of the sea, appeared an Apsara. Scene II: Apsaras in the Garden of Paradise Due to the churning of the sea, the White Apsara raised to the surface of the ocean. The White Apsara accompanied by her other Apsaras friends, entered the garden of paradise. Inspired by the beautiful flowers, the White Apsara began to sing and play her harp. 12 �Pin Pilr!HCHilPDR At<15kor D.M1cc Troupe. !He. wusm$$~5 Scene Ill: Arun and Soriya Falls in Love with White Apsara Arun (meaning sunrise) walks into the garden and sees the White Apsara and immediately falls in love. He picks a lotus flower and hands it to her to declare his love. The White Apsara takes the flower as a sign of friendship and thought the lotus was meant to be given as an offering at the temple. As Arun offers the the lotus, Soriya (meaning sunset) enters the garden and sees this. Soriya, also in love with the White Apsara, offers her a bouquet of orchids. The White Apsara also accepts the flowers as a sign of friendship and as she reaches for the orchids, Arun becomes angry and pushes the orchids out of Soriya's hands. This was the start of the conflict between Arun and Soriya. Scene IV: Destruction of the Garden of Paradise Arun and Soriya each called their army and began to battle and destroyed the garden. The White Apsara and her friends tried to clean up the garden but the battle continued on, which caused the war between Soriya and Arun to get worse. 13 �Angkor Dance Trowpc. Inc. ~smn1t~s Scene V: Summoning Panhchapor (Five Gods of Color) The never ending battle between Arnn and Soriya does not stop, so the White Apsara calls for help. She picks up her Pin (Harp) and starts to play the music, which summons the Panchapor (Five Gods of Color) Scene VI: Peace and Harmony Returns The Panhchapor came to save the heavenly garden by helping all sides to communicate and work together. Due to the White Apsara's effort she brought everyone including the Panchapor together. The End. PRESERVE• EDUCATE • INNOVATE 14 �APSilRil SPDrtSDR - A ttskor O"'ttcc Trowpc. Im::. ~Vfm5f~f �INSURANCE AGENCY Carol & George Duncan "We are delighted to support and celebrate the Angkor Dance Troupe as it debuts their annual residency at the Merrimack Repertory Theatre and continues to connect communities with the preservation and innovation of their rich culture." �Lowell General Hospital is a proud supporter of the Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc .. We applaude their mission to connect communities through the preservation , education and innovation of Cambodian Performing Arts. " Best wi shes to Angkor Dance Troupe on your performance of Pin Panhchapor" . ~ Lowell .General Hospital ~ C om p le t e connected careSM www.lowellgeneraI.org �18 �MUT PEilH (FRIErtDS) Af15kor D"'"'c~ TrowfJ'?. h1c. 1's.mi!"~' 2017 SOUTHEAST ASIAN AMERICAN STUD IES CONFERENCE Community Engagement, Research, & Policy in Action University of Massachusetts Lowell July 27-29, 2017 Abstract Admission Deadline: February I, 2017 UMass Lowell Center for Asian American Studies announces the fifi:h triennial Southeast Asian American Studies conference, open to scholars, anises, a~-tivists, org.mizers, and conummity members from all fields and backgrounds. The 2017 confuence will highlight Southeast Asian American conumm.ities in New England and will seek to build bridges across disciplines, policymakers, and community members. Thursday & Friday, July 27-28: Traditional panels/ poster sessions Saturda~ July 29: Conununity Building Day devoted to srrengthening coal itions regionally and nationally. Please submit abstracts to CAAS@uml.edu. Please direct questions to the conference co-chairs: Phitsamay Uy (phitsamay_uy@uml.edu), Ivy Ho (ivy_ho@uml.edu), and/or Sue). Kim (sue_kim@uml.edu). n 0 \& /\11/'y 19 �Att5kor D.af1C< TT'owpc. lttc. l~~mil$$~S 20 �ARTiSTS ilrtD PERFORMERS Masters and Teachers Artistic Director and Master Teacher - Phousita Huy Master Teacher Nayto Hieng Master Teacher Kimhan Meas Dance Program Manager - Channa Sath Master Teacher Sophea Chamreounnop Master Teacher Pech Heung Supporting Teachers Contemporary Choreographer - Peter Veth Music Ensemble Dr. Hang Rithyravuth, Pin Dr. Alan William, Pin Kimhan Meas, Sampoh Sovann Khon, Tro so Jeff Dyer, Ksae Diev Peter Tham, Sko Thom Andrew Cornish, Kong Peat Sopaul Cheam - singer 21 Attglt\lr U"'ttcc Troupe. Inc. ~~mu~~' �A'15kor D'"'m.·c Trow~ . 15 flsm~~s 1'1('. ARTiSTS ;;no PERFORMERS Performers (Friday) Rerun Leak Chup Leak: Channa Sath Nina Touch Johnny Khat Peter Chea Kroma Dance: Alexandra M ai Daisy Var Isabel Clafin Judith Wilson Stephanie Seng Salena Mam Alvin Teng Jaren Kong Kevin Searth Peter Chham Viseth Loeung Coleman VituuTouch Apsara: Celena Mai Ranica Phin Sophy Leng Sophea Chamroeunnop Virginia Prak 5 Colors Felicity Moon Kelly Ly Khakhada Horn Robin Wilson Stephanie Seng Arnn: Chummeng Soun Soriya: Kevin Vann Neak: Alvin Teng Chad Mai Jaren Kong Kevin Searth Peter Chham Viseth Loeung Coleman Vituu Touch Yeak: Chummeng Soun Chad Mai Johnny Khat Viseth Loeung Coleman Monkey: Kevin Vann Jaren Kong Peter Chea Vituu Touch Performers (Saturday) Ream Leak Chup Leak: Nina Touch Victoria Phan Johnny Khat Peter Chea Kroma Dance: Alexandra Mai Daisy Var Jasmine Odomsay Judith Wilson Salena Mam Alvin Teng Kevin Searth Kyle Peter Chham Viseth Loeung Coleman VituuTouch Apsara: Celena Mai Rancia Phin Sophy Leng Sophea Chamroeunnop Virginia Prak 5 Colors Felicity Moon Kelly Ly Khakhada Horn Robin Wilson Stephanie Seng Arnn: Chummeng Soun Soriya: Kevin Vann 22 Neak: Alvin Teng Chad Mai Jaren Kong Kevin Searth Peter Chham Viseth Loeung Coleman Vituu Touch Yeak: Chummeng Soun Chad Mai Johnny Khat Viseth Loeung Coleman Monkey: Kevin Vann Jaren Kong Peter Chea Vituu Touch �ARTISTS t1rtr.J PERFORMERS Stage/Production Support Emaly Horn Roselynn Soung Lee Viliesis - MRT Brendan Conroy - MRT Costume/Makeup/Hair Support Kolablhou Chenda Wilson Peter Veth Korry Voeun Multimedia Support Jim Higgins Tim Thou Dr. Hang Rithyravuth Carter Miller - MRT Original Music Dr. Hang Rithyravuth Program Design & Support Sochenda Uch Isidro 23 Att5kor o.,ttcc Troupe, lttc. tl'JfMro~~f �- A ttsl«>r O..\ttcc Trowp¢. Inc. 1,!15Hmff~5 STilFF Advisory Board Celeste Bernardo Adrien Bisson Jim Conlon Nancy Donahue Carol Duncan Robert Farrant Michael Gallagher Vanna Howard Joe Hungler Felicia Sullivan Sophy Theam Jim Wilde 24 11tH1 LERDERSHiP �STAFF iHtD LEilDERSHIP Att5kor D41ttce Troupe. IYic. 1.f1~HU$$~f Board ofDirectors Program Staff Michael Conway, President Karen McManimon, Vice President Sovanna Pouv, Treasurer Linda Uch, Clerk Jay Lee Chummeng Soun Narin Sinuon Nary Tith Sheila Kirschbaum Virginia Prak Dahvy Tran, Executive Director Tim Chan Thou, Operations Director Khakhada Horn, Program Coordinator Emaly Horn, Program Intern Shaun McCarthy, Grant Writer Left to right: Sheila K., Chummeng S., Linda U., Nary T., Karen M., Michael C., Paul Marion (special guest), Jay L. , Sovanna P., Tim T., Narin S. 25 �An5lwr Dance Troi~rf'. Inc, 1.11~.mu $f~f SUPPORTERS lill Massachusetts Cultural Council C Parker Foundation) 1be Great Individuals Chhan Touch BonnaMai Linda Sopheap Sou Sochenda Uch Malis Loeung Chenda Wilson Liz Claflin WEARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE! Contact Soben For Advertising Opportunities Email: sobenpin@khmerpost.us 978-677-7163 www.khmerpostus �UISIDrt We envision Lowell Massachusetts to be the epicenter for innovative Cambodian performing arts with the Angkor Dance Troupe at the core. MISSIDrt The Angkor Dance Troupe connects communities through the preservation, education and innovation of Cambodian performing arts. HISTORY The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed in 1986 by Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge holocaust. Lowell's Cambodian American community, estimated at more than 35,000 people, is the second largest in the country. When we resettled here, we brought a passion to carry on our cherished cultural traditions to practice and perform, to teach our children, and to see our art preserved for future generations of all cultures. We take our name from the great Angkor civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia. Dance and music have always been prominent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly eliminated when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970s. Artists were among those deliberately targeted for execution. More than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. Today, as Cambodians around the world struggle to emerge from decades of war and poverty, our people look to the rebirth and re-creation of dance as testimony to the endurance of our culture. "The Angkor Dance Troupe is a gem in the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Cultural Council is proud to be a longtime supporter of Angkor for its beauty, value, and impact in preserving this rich cultural art form for the Lowell community and beyond" says Anita Walker, the Executive Director for the Mass Cultural Council. "The Angkor Dance Troupe is not only an organization promoting dance, it's an inspiration to all those who survived the Cambodian Genocide three decades ago, and a testament to the enduring power of the arts." 27 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's "Pin Panhchapor," 2016 Description An account of the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's "Pin Panhchapor," a play inspired by the wall carvings on Angkor Wat and Bayon. It mixes traditional with contemporary to create an original work that focuses on the idea of love, war, and peace. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2016 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 28 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i005 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations 2010-2019 Books Cambodians Pin Panhchapor https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/07676d98b54ab9b570664c90800925a3.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=I4u2addH9rXtXIMam87ar9Mn%7EgI9JAZFrYS39AAVb6elnOuoNm9Jebp2nZvxYlkl26ndyiNuN7xo0L5MYYc8M6cCvOpSPWE8OfbaEJv%7EP5JmqpZcBxF2Va3yAh0HsjPmeth0lLtpINg4NkX-u%7EBR5PAcn0vkg-aFoLsAzIiIAwmC40rBIP0Ew9XXdnd2UGv8Wd5IKaPu9EbCXjdM48pRghP-4F9w1ath7bKHbaJaEcpPSbXl58M0-t67LPNxED1oN%7EllKPMs7DqZ5KW%7EdrtW3XMZTB0xdpTFlQ%7E%7EvukvEezC11kLIvvcX6wc45GoQhiOMMfSd1MEZc57vG8R2NgwbA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 029f22b42df68449e858f06748462fb8 PDF Text Text �1 J illouia ]· § .1h;aahdl ~a£2:'aw 978-459-8359 Congratulations to the Angkor Dance Troupe for sixteen marvelous years of great performances. Law Office of Jlrnuis $lJ. it; ask~ll &~e~i~~~ t~•mii'~ul2ms.1&~e wws~2&rw~tle eo~.,.~&ei~ei1P,~f6~ 9 &Wm6~~~ 1gms~a i•1JHH~HSW8lee11aJ1teC9 m'i~~n;~eJl~&e;94i9~u 6~n-~nt:~6~ensi;&~~e6~n o o &1f1¥f1"unu1 &1f1¥flttPlJ'fnl • Auto Accident • Personal Injury o rnnrnneei;e • Immigration o tu~ • Bankruptcy o &lf$1=fW~11i~ • Lead Paint Poisoning o 1un:iw~e&£tflraS • Fire and Bum Cases o sun:iw~n~e co n rmmeli115111 ~l'nl&l\l~SJll'°""'&nml-l!ftlf!lltnl • Home Invasion & Rape, and • Much More as Needed toi.ia1annun1'in11d11mqnti111auif u "JHU1ri1111un rt1uajm8 IDlflifllJIU Office: (978) 459-8359 16 Pine Street, Lowell, MA 01851 �TABLE OF CONTENTS I. II. Ill. IV. v. About the Angkor Dance Troupe 3 - 45 How to Contact the Angkor Dance Troupe 46 Angkor Dance Troupe Grant Support & Funders 2 How to Make a Donation 48 Directory of Advertisers Mehmed Ali & Family 36 Anstiss & Co., P.C 17 Banknorth 39 Law Office of Karen Bolton 32 Casey Family Services 4 Lila Chea & Family 21 Children's Museum Lowell 19 James L. Cooney Agencies 35 Dolan Funeral Home, Inc. 33 Nancy & Richard Donahue 5 The Edge Group, Inc. 12 Eno, Boulay, Martin, & Donahue, LLP 25 Enterprise Bank and Trust Company 13 Fineberg/Gray Tax Service 4 Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe 48 Law Office of Louis S Haskell . Inside Front Cover John J. Honan Insurance Agency 21 Sambath Keo, D.M.D. 27 Landmark Video World 30 Daniel P Leahy, Esq. . 29 Loom Press 3 Lowell Community Charter School 41 Lowell Community Health Center 31 Lowell Memorial Auditorium 22 Marcotte Law Firm 37 Paul Marion & Rosemary Noon 9 Massbank 23 Armand Mercier, Lowell City Councilor 7 Rita Mercier, Mayor of Lowell 14 Steve Moses 6 Navy Yard Liquors 28 Andrew Page, Photographer 38 Page One Productions 28 Palma Law Offices, P.C. 15 Louis L. Pinn Insurance 2 Jonathan & Diane Pulliam 20 Saints Memorial Medical Center Inside Back Cover Saturn of Lowell 43 The Sharing Foundation 24 Law Offices of Clark H. Siddiqui 22 34 Sir Speedy Sovereign Bank 47 Thomas Stylianos, Attorney at Law Back Cover Tim Thou & Kolab Yin 20 Trinity E.M.S, Inc. 26 UTEC - United Teen Equality Center 16 On our cover - "Hanuman," a mystical, magical white monkey and legendary army general, leader of the "Swva Pol" (monkey soldiers). Hanuman is a prominent character in the Reamker. Cambodia's version of the epic Indian Ramayana. Illustration by (and special thanks to) Phallina Chea, an artist with the Department of Culture at the Royal University of F Arts, Phnom Penh, Cambodia. ine © 2002 Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. No reproduction of any images in this publication without written permission from the Angkor Dance Troupe. �The Angkor Dance Troupe receives the generous support of the: THEODORE EDSON PARKER FOUNDATION IiiII MAsSACHUSETTS CULTURAL COUNCIL A state a~ncy 11\at suppons publie programs in the ans, llumanities, and sciences Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative Lowell Enterprise Community Lowell Community Development Block Grant Program An Anonymous Donor Lowell Cultural Council Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe Greater Lowell Community Foundation So. N.E. Folk & Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program Significant In-kind support comes from the: Lowell National Historical Park University of Massachusetts Lowell College of Arts & Sciences, Psychology Department Big Brother Big Sister of G.L. ADAM Project LOUIS L. PINN INSURANCE AGENCY 1519 Middlesex Street 2nd Floor PHONE: (978) 452-4748· FAX: (978) 452-4754 Lowell, MA 01851 2 �tfJUfs5H~f Att5kor Dattce Tro~pe From One Generation to the Next The Angkor Dance was formed in 1986 by Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge genocide. When we resettled in Lowell, Massachusetts we brought a passion to carry on our cherished traditions - to practice and perform, to teach others, and to see our art preserved for future generations of all cultures. Greater Lowell is home to the second-largest community of Cambodian Americans in the country. Cambodian dance performances provide a poignant reminder of the beauty and spirituality of Khmer culture and help us develop a sense of home and community in a new homeland. On, wit:/r,f:he, dtut,u,t Letjoy be- wtCb~j no rUe.p-tili HWrn-, ~youJ:lr., a.ntiplea&ure- meet to duue-the,!JW~ lwurr wit:/r,fly~ foee· - uni Byron- Loom Press • PO Box 1394 • Lowell, MA 01853 3 �Classical dance has been connected to Cambodia's sacred rituals for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor Era, dancers performed in temples to bring prosperity to the kingdom . Bas relief carvings at many of Cambodia's vast temple complexes depict celestial dancers -Apsaras - who linked the human world to the gods. Classical dance is sometimes called court dance or royal ballet. At one time, it was the exclusive domain of royalty. Today this cherished art is enjoyed by audiences around the world and is a universal symbol of Khmer culture. FINEBERG • GRAY ASSOCIATES 345 Westford Street• Lowell, MA 01851 Tel: (978) 452-5003 - Fax: (978) 970-0076 TAX PREPARATION & CONSULTING Coneratu(ations &' 'Best Wishes in the 'lfew Year • DOCUMENT TRANSLATION • COURT INTERPRETATION KHMER • LAOTIAN • VIETNAMESE Notary Public Michael P. Fineberg F. Gerald Gray Members: National Society of Tax Professionals CASEY&t.. Change The World One Child FAMILY 11-1· at a Time The Foster Care Program at Casey Family Services seeks individ uals and families who can provide Long-term and Treatment-level foster care. Casey Family Services is dedicated to helping children between the ages of 8 and 16 find opportunities for a stable fam ily life with people who can provide lasting relationshi ps and a safe living environment. If you would like to share your fami ly's success, be a part of our Professional Team. 4 SERVICES 18 Palmer Street Lowell, MA 01852 Call today! 800-883-8836 978-937-1877 •Top quality training & support • Excellent compensation �THANK YOU FOR PRESENTING AND SHARING YOUR BEAUTIFUL DANCE WITH ALL OF US. NANCY & RICHARD DONAHUE ~roughout Cambodia, after the harvest, it is time for music, song, and dance. Folk dance is rooted in rural Cambodia and depicts rituals of everyday village life. The dances honor skills that are typically undervalued in the rush toward westernization, such as fishing and rice farming. Dance motifs are commonly based on local legends and inspired by themes of nature as well as the ceremonies, and customs that shape the lives of Cambodian people. Distinctive, colorful costumes represent the traditional dress of the various regions and ethnic groups within Cambodia. 5 �A National Leader in Traditional Cambodian Dance The Troupe takes its name from the great Angkor Civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD, when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia. Dance, music, and drama have always been promi nent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly eliminated when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970's. Artists were among those del iberately targeted for execution and more A dancer rehearses at the Royal University of F Arts, ine Phnom P enh, Cambodia. March 2002 than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. The Angkor Dance Troupe is nationally recognized as one of the most experienced and accomplished of the U.S. based Cambodian dance ensembles. Angkor is directed by world-renowned master teachers and performs a repertoire developed in concert with the Royal University of Fine Arts (RUFA) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, considered the global standard bearer for Khmer traditional arts. Angkor has an active program of educational exchange with RUFA, '.IJ'- Best Wishes to All Those Involved with Lowell's Own Jewel The Angkor Dance Troupe . Congratulations from Steve Moses of the UMass Lowell Center for Public Health, Research, and Health Promotion 6 �which allows us to continually improve and expand our repertoire of classical and folk dance traditions. We routinely host visiting master teachers from RUFA, as well as U.S. based master dancers, for extended artists' residencies and workshops. Between 1999 and 2002, for example, we were honored to work closely with esteemed master teachers Phan Phoung and Sokhanarith Moeur, through projects funded by the Lila Wallace/ Readers Digest Fund for Folk Culture and the Southern N.E. Folk and Traditional Arts Apprenticeship program, funded by the NEA, Institute for Community Research, R.I. State Council on the Arts, and the Mass. Cultural Council. At Right - Master Teacher Phan Phoung appeared with Angkor at Jacob's Pillow in June 2001. To the Peiformers .. . Continued Success To the 'Angkor 'Dance Trouye ... 'Best Wishes Armand P. Mercier Ci Councilor 7 �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best In 1998 and 2001 , Angkor was able to secure educational visas for a number of RUFA masters through a partnership with Middlesex Community College. These important dance masters spent several months in Lowell teaching Angkor apprentices as well as dance students in Providence, R.I. and Portland, ME. They also conducted residencies with public school students at the Lowell Community Charter School and the Peterborough, NH Regional Educational System . Left - Master dancer Sophea Sek, an artist-in-residence from the Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh, performs with Angkor at Jacob's Pillow in 2001 . Right - Sophea Sek, assists Vyrik Eng with his costume before a performance of Swva Pol at the Boston Center for the Arts ·ere-Asian• Festival in 2001 . Master teacher Yorn Peng, is an artist-inresidence from the Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh. A master of the " Giant" dance role, she instructs Kuntaer Eng before a performance at First Night Boston 2002 . Left -Angkor Founder Tim Chan Thou, who was certified as a folk dance teacher in the Khao-1Dang refugee camp, teaches the Fishing Dance during a troupe rehearsal at the Lowell Community Charter School in 2001 . 8 �Congratulations for another successfu I year! Paul Marion, Rosemary Noon, and Joe Marion 9 �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best In the 16-year history of the Angkor Dance Troupe, we have had the honor to work with a number of the world's best dance masters from the University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh and around the U.S. For their invaluable contribution to the preservation of Cambodian dance, we give them our thanks. The Esteemed Chea Samv Master of Classical Dance Chhieng Proeung, Dean Dr. Sam Ang Sam Master of Cambodian Music Chan Moly Sam Master of Court Dance Choreographic Arts, RUFA Ros Kong & Tes Sam Oeun Masters of Classical Dance Malis Keo Royal University of Fine Arts Sokhanarith Moeur (left), Master of Folk Dance & Drama Phan Phoung, (Below) Master of Folk Dance Choreographer. Coconut Shell 10 �Savath Roeung (Center) Folk Dance Instructor with Tim Chan Thou (left) & Sokhoeum Sim .., ,.. .. ~... Phousita Serey Huy Master of Classical Dance Artistic Director. Angkor Dance Troupe (' Sam On Soth Master of Classical Dance Drama NeitoHeang Folk Dance Master Phalla Lak Morris Folk Instructor Song Heng Master Musician Thavro Phim Folk/Giant/Monkey Instructor Khatna Peou Master of Classical Dance (With Grandson Tim Chan Thou & Family) Yorn Peng Master of Classical Dance & Giant Role Sophea Sek Master of Folk Dance & Giant (Lakhon Kowl) 11 Say Souer Monkey Master Tath Sum Master Musician Not Pictured: Rachana Khiev, Tonara Hing �"Dance, the Spirit of Cambodia" 2001 U.S. Tour Lowell was one of 12 cities to host the first major tour out of Cambodia by the Royal University of Fine Arts in more than 10 years. Produced by the New England Foundation for the Arts and Lisa Booth Management, the tour included spectacular performances and handson workshops. (Andrew Page Photos) Happy New Year! 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A Unique Way to Serve Youth A central component of Angkor's mission is to provide positive cultural, and recreational opportunities for Lowell youth. Since 1986, we have served more than 500 young people, ranging in age from 4 to 18, who rigorously rehearse, participate in performances, and attend outings. Youth typically stay involved with Angkor for at least 4 to 5 years, many even longer. In 1999, our work with youth was honored at the White House with a prestigious "Coming Up Taller" award from the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities and the National Endowment for the Arts. Since 1998, the Troupe has operated Angkor Youth Dance, an afterschool and summer program for at-risk youth, with major funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative. The program benefits from the involvement of a number of community UTEC congratulates the youth of the Angkor Dance Troupe. United Teen Equality Center 10 l<irk Street, Lowell • 978-441-9949 16 �partners, including the ADAM project of Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell, UMass Lowell College of Arts and Sciences, and Lowell National Historical Park, and others. In addition to MCC funding, supporters include the Lowell Enterprise Community, Lowell Community Development Block Grant, and Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe. Over the years, we have witnessed firsthand the value of high quality, indepth arts programming for youth . We have had several apprentices, for example, who were involved in gangs when they joined the troupe and have since left their street lives behind . Angkor's success with at-risk youth was featured on the WCVB-TV Chronicle program in October 2001 . Below Left- Peter Mehegan and Mary Richardson introduce the segment on the Angkor Dance Troupe. Right - Lowell High School student Roeun Chan is interviewed. Anstiss & Co., P.C. Certified Public Accountants 21 George Street Lowell, MA 01852 Raymond L. Anstiss, CPA, MBA Richard B. Dionne, CPA, MST Raymond L. Anstiss, Jr., CPA, MBA Telephone: (978) 452-2500 Fax: (978) 458-0425 17 �At Last - A Home of our Own! On September 16, 2001, the Angkor Dance Troupe and the Lowell National Historical Park celebrated the opening of Angkor's new rehearsal and office space on the third floor of the Patrick J. Mogan Cultural Center. Angkor set up operations in the former boardinghouse and will offer public programming through a cooperative agreement with the Lowell National Historical Park (LNHP). Our heartfelt thanks to LNHP Superintendent Patrick Mccrary. Special thanks also to Memhed Ali, Jim Corless, Erin Sheehan, Todd Pappas, Patrick Laffey, Ted Davis, Paul Fontaine, and the staff of the Tsongas Industrial History Center. Top Left - Ribbon-cutting ceremony and Blessing dancers. Top Right - Angkor President Sovann-Thida Loeung and Jim Corless, of the LNHP cut a ribbon to open Angkor's new space. Middle Right - Sam Hor leads monkey dancers in a rehearsal in the new facility. Right - The ribbon-cutting ceremony also served as the opening for two exhibits on traditional dance. "Dance Traditions of Southeast Asia Enduring Symbols of Cambodia and Laos" and "Ancient Steps on American Soil. Cambodian Dance in Lowell" are open to the public through August 2002 at the Mogan Cultural Center, 40 French Street, Lowell. Admission is free. 18 �19 �Two of Angkor's Rising Young Apprentices: Krisna Thou and Diane Pulliam The Angkor Dance Troupe - Bringing Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance to Lowell 7 .. Happy New Year from Jonathan & Diane Pulliam and Tim Chan Thou & Kolab Yin 20 �Performances The Angkor Dance Troupe has performed at the White House, First Night Boston, Lowell Folk Festival, Boston Dragon Boat Festival, Yale University, and Jacob's Pillow. 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They promote a greater awareness and appreciation for our cultural traditions, provide s_ pport u for our artists, preserve fragile cultural traditions, and help us inspire a new generation of Cambodian dancers. Angkor has more than 70 dancers, ranging in age from five to adult. Our dance rehearsals are free and open to anyone willing to make a commitment to Cambodian dance Left - Taary Ram leads a workshop on the Pestle Dance for audience members at the Lowell Folk Festival in July 2001 . We Make Mortgages Happen! til-, ,f1~~ESV!!f The Bank For Your Dreams 978-446-9200 781-662-0100 23 �Best Wishes for Another Successful Year to The Angkor Dance Troupe! From your friends at The Sharing Foundation Helping to Care for Cambodia's Children The mission of The Sharing Foundation is to help meet the physical, emotional. educational, and medical needs of orphaned and severely disadvantaged children in Cambodia. Our goal is to prevent some of the problems associated with poverty by developing, in conjunction with Cambodian community leaders, programs to improve the social fabric for these children and their families. Some of the children from Roteang Village, Kandal province, who benefit from our cooperative farming program. Visit us on the World Wide Web at www.sharingfoundation.org or write to us at: The Sharing Foundation P.O. Box399 Woolwich, ME 04579 Sponsorship for this page was donated by members of The Sharing F oundation's Board of Director's and the Parent Advisory Council. 24 �Performance Highlights Taking it to the Streets at the 2001 Lowell Folk Festival Left - Victoria Chau performs the Blessing Dance. Above Right - Young men demonstrate new choreography for the Monkey Dance. First Night Boston 2002 Right - Stephanie Seng in a performance of the Fan Dance. (Andrew Page Photos) ENO, BOULAY, MARTIN & DONAHUE, LLP Attorneys-at-Law 21 Gc·or&'<' Stret't. Lowd!. 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(11 /01) Above Right - Poe Pech and Harlan Hor perform Peacock of Pursat at the Angkor Youth Dance Fall 2001 performance at the Smith Baker Cent~r in Lowell. Right - Sophy Leng and Sam Hor dazzle a crowd of more than 2200 with "Peacock of Pailin" at the Boston Dragon Boat Festival in June 2001 . Attorney Daniel P. Leahy is here to meet all of your legal needs. unn1a1iQJ1W w1w mo1Ju1trunoitflttJ1U fllWIWlftflftUJlftll Daniel P. Leahy, Esquire 10 Bridge Street • Lowell, MA 978-459-0181 29 �An Extensive Collection of Richly Detailed Costumes The Angkor Dance Troupe has an extensive collection of richly detailed, authentic costumes, headdresses and masks. Much of the collection was crafted by master costumers from Cambodia . Above Left - Tep Menorom at FirstNight Boston. Above Right - The legendary Hanuman during a performance for Quincy FirstNight. Left - Master Yorn Peng assists Sodany Krouch with her headdress for "Ream Lak/Chup Lak" before a performance at FirstNight Quincy. 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I can show my parents that I haven't forgotten where I come from." ••••••••••••••••••••• Tep Menorom - Jacob's Pillow, June 2001 "We're proud to be doing a dance that has been carried down from generation to generation." - Monica Veth and Kuntaer Eng Best Wishes Sir spiifid, 287 Appleton Street • Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 459-2109 • Fax (978) 452-8879 Printing, Copying and Digital Ntttwork S~rvina Gr~atrr Lowrll slnctt 1974 XEROX COLOR COPIES 59Crfff~ As Low As 29' ask for def:QilS WITH THIS AO We do it all ... EX'1R£S 9101 It's no surprise I 34 �James L. Cooney Agencies 32 Church Street Lowell, Massachusetts 01852 Insurance Real Estate 978-459-0505 978-452-9952 Small enough to know you. Large enough to serve you. 35 �0 • • • • • • • • • • • • Sovann-Thida Loeung was 15 when she and her family left Cambodia for a refugee camp in Thailand. After resettling in Lowell in the 1980's, Thida joined the Angkor Dance Troupe. " Being a new arrival to America, regularly practicing and performing Cambodian dance gave me a kind of identity that went beyond that of refugee and newcomer. It confirmed the value of my Cambodian culture - to others and to myself. With every performance of the Angkor Dance Troupe, I felt more and more that my community had something important to contribute." Today, more than 15 years later, Thida still dances. She also chairs Angkor's Board of Directors and is a teacher at the Lowell Demonstration School. She and her husband, George Chigas, have a three-year old son, Yianni . Happ~ New Year from Mehmed Ali, Sokh~ Thim, & Lorn Thim 36 �MARCOTTE LAW FIRM GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW PERSONAL INJURY WORKERS COMPENSATION SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY CRIMINAL DEFENSE DIVORCE WILLS & ESTATE REAL ESTATE ALBERT J. MARCOTTE MICHAEL C. NAJJAR KATHLEENM. O'DONNELL KENNETH J. BUTTERWORTH (MASS . & N .H.) WILLIAM J. HAMILTON MICHAEL 0 . 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Dancers share their thoughts • • • • • • • • • • • • • Heng performed Moni Mekhala, Cambodia's protectress of the waters, at FirstNight Boston "/feel honored and very strong when I perform this role. Moni Mekhala is a goddess. When I dance, I feel I can do anything, because she is so powerful. " ••••••••••••••••••••••••• Picking Krovine - Jacob's Pillow, June 2001 "We have a lot of fun performing the folk dances. The dances are very fast, with lots of steps. We just have to let it all out. Happiness and laughter are a big part of the folk dances." - Sophy Leng and Vyrik Eng 40 �Uniting Voices , Connecting Communities 206 Jackson Street, Lowell, MA 01852 Phone (978) 323-0800 Fax (978) 323-4600 Lowell Community Charter School, grades Kindergarten to 5 (it will be K-12 by 2009) prepares children for high academic achievement by providing a supportive, challenging, multicultural environment that integrates the strengths of Lowell's diverse communities and cultures. • Public Charter School - NO TUITION • Full-day kindergarten; Enrollment cut-off: Dec. 31 • Before and after school programs • Computers in every classroom • Special attention to learning or maintaining a second a language (Spanish or Khmer) • School-supplied uniform shirts • Close working relationships between families and the community REGISTRATION AVAILABLE 206Jackson Street, Lowell Or call us at (978) 323-0800 MMriJsAfUJfif!8m£Jt ls@i'l~ffJtJru cunm rfciJs&Jnunf:f7J 8a~nrfi Of I l?rJJFi f:fU'iWN?M t:JnHJ ti (K - 5) ~~f:flsu(sf:f f:fWr17Fir@'lm:f7r!J~nnJm °' n " w "' CJ "9 ff&1~flflMfJ:&ru:n:nf!11fJM&1'll3 , ..., , .... , fJ t.J A new and unique public school/or your child 1U1MJt:MCllf!Wfili tJnriHmfi11fJm§~urn6m1utJrMliHli 01 U I l.J" I l.J" 09 41 �"Fear, gangs, hate, violence, drugs, and poverty - these are some of the words associated with my childhood. But so are hope, inspiration, commitment, hard work, community service, and success. Through the Angkor Dance Troupe I discovered my culture and learned traditions that were almost lost during Da ncers share their thoug hts the Khmer Rouge regime. I learned many ••••••••••••••• dances and performed on stages around the Northeast. I excelled and was promoted to assistant instructor. Today, I teach younger kids to dance and help them understand the importance of keeping traditions alive. I also serve on the Troupe's Board of Directors. Through these programs, I've developed skills that will help me for the rest of my "I like all of the teachers because they're nice. Sam is a great teacher and helps me with monkey. Being in the Angkor Dance Troupe is fun because we go on trips." - Ricky Hai Butler Middle School life, like performing and talking in front • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • of large groups. I've also become involved with several other youth groups and have done many hours of community service . I took a risk when I dropped my old friends and took a new direction. But I've gained so much knowledge and joy. Through it all, I've learned there are many ways to make the world a better place." - Samnang Hor, 17 42 �A Lannon Company CALL Davi Sun (978) 454-9300 Saturn Sales Consultant " ~nti 1mmrAJn . fSl1T§Anii8 We speak English, Khmer, Spanish, & Portuguese. Si hablamos Espanol - Preguntas por Delby Colon. Nos falamos Portugues. Saturn of Lowell 720 Rogers Street {Rte. 38) Lowell, MA 01852 978-454-9300 Saturnoflowell .com 43 �Voices of Youth - In Our Own Words What the Angkor Dance Troupe Means to Us "/joined the Angkor Dance Troupe because my Mom is a dancer; and I wanted to be like her. I also wanted to make new friends." - Sam Meas 13, Butler Middle School "/wanted to join because I want to learn how to dance and to teach my kids." - Sanny Meas 12, Butler Middle School "/want to be a good dancer; and I would like to perform a lot. " - Thetvibot Som, Butler Middle School In,, °() l~HA L "' Wdfd.r "/ wanted to jo in because I wanted to know about my culture and be able to perform for different people." - Sotheat Som, Butler Middle School Da ncers share their thoughts ••••••••••••••• "Joining Angkor Dance Troupe has introduced me to many aspects of Cambodian culture and also has taught me so much of what the movements of the dances symbolize." - Mcfarlance Van The reason why I like this program is because it is a good way to learn more dance, as well as stay out of trouble. " - Sinoun Seng 15, G.L. Vocational Technical High School " Learning through experiences makes me understand the culture more. It makes me more knowledgeable, and it's fun to learn through dancing. Th is is something I keep prestigiously in my head and it plugs in my mind the elements of Cambodian culture." - Roeun Chan, 16, Lowell High School "It's great to see and t o learn what your culture has inspired you to do. That - Steve Horn, Lowell High School is why I joined." "By j oining Angkor Dance Troupe, I learn about many different arts forms and understand more about culture. I also learn how to dance with friends my own age." - Tony Chan 14, Lowell High School 44 �" I joined the Angkor Dance Troupe because I love dancing. I am so inspired by my arts and I appreciate my culture so much. " - Sarah Soung G.L. Vocational Technical High School "I like this program because I like to perform and because it's boring at home. We get to go on field trips sometimes, and I like to do the monkey dance." - Alexander Hak " I joined because I wanted to dance and because I want to have at least the talent to dance." -E. E. Eng "I like this program because I like to dance and because I like to go on the field trips." - Kimmora "/joined the Angkor Dance Troupe because I wanted to learn the dances and the stories behind the dances." - Jimmy Meas, Lowell High School " I joined the Troupe because I wanted to dance and learn more about my culture." - Lisa Vor, Bartlett Middle School " I joined the Angkor Dance Troupe because I wanted to learn more about my traditions and culture and wanted to learn how they dance. " - Retta Xayasane, Bartlett Middle School "/joined the Angkor Dance Troupe because I wanted to continue my culture and also to learn more about my traditional arts." - Lina Bun " I like the Angkor Dance Troupe because I like to dance. I like all the teachers who teach us and are very understanding with me." - Viseth Ka, Bartlett Middle School " /joined the Angkor Dance Troupe because I want to learn more about dancing and about my own culture. " - Christopher Oun 13, Butler School 45 �0 tff~'m"~' The Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc., 40 French Street, 3rd Floor, Lowell Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 •FAX: (978) 251-8039 email: pageone@attbi.com • web: http://ecommunity.uml.edu/angkor (Coming Soon: Our new web site - www.angkordance.org) I, Spec,ial Thank$ To: I Our Dedicated Staff & Board of Directors Phousita S. Huy, Artistic Director Ruth Page, Executive Director Sakhoeum Sim, Instructor Sovann Thida Loeung, President Jonathan Pulliam, Treasurer Todd Beauregard Lyla Chea James Conlon Dr. Nina Coppens, RN Vyrik Eng Lynne Faust, LNP Samnang Hor Vichenny Keo-Sam Cassandra Keirstead Chamroeun Khat Sophy Leng Tim Chan Thou, Manager Kolab Yin, Costumer Jane Benfey, Vice President Gloria Polites, Secretary Nissay Liek Bonna Mai Akara Mao Paul Marion Carole Mathews Rady Mom Taary Ram Tim Chan Thou Chhan D. Touch Sochenda Uch Rithy Uong Artists-in-Residence from the Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh Yorn Peng Sophea Sek Nieto Heang And to our Community Partners and Collaborators: Pat Mccrary and the Lowell National Historical Park Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell ADAM project UMass Lowell, College of Arts & Sciences Lowell Community Charter School Butler Middle School Photo Credits: Andrew Page, Rady Mom, Ruth Page Tim Chan Thou, Love Photos, Jocelyn Augustino, Higgins & Ross Translation Services: Nissay Liek Sources: Dance and the Spirit of Cambodia, Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Cornell University, 1994 "Cambodia's Royal Dance," Eileen Blumenthal, Natural History, 4/89 "The Dancer in Cambodia," Toni Shapiro, Ph .D., Asian Art & Culture. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution. Winter 1995 Southeast Asia Today, Oxford University Press 46 �overeign Bank wishes the Cambodian Community a Happy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year Member F.D.l.C Equal Housing Lender New work premiered in 2001 ! Paulina Srey, Sodany Krouch, Peter Veth, and Samnang Hor worked extensively with master teachers Phousita Huy and Yorn Peng to perfect an episode from the Reamker, previously not performed in Lowell. "Ream Lak/Chup Lak" is a fascinating story about twin sons of Sita. It chronicles their mischief in the forest and their encounters with Hanuman and Prince Rama's prize white horse. 47 �FRIENDS OF THE ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE The "Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe" is a membership drive to support the Troupe's award-winning youth programs. Thank you to the many concerned community members and organizations who have contributed to the Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe. Major Program Sponsors in 2002 An Anonymous Donor Jonathan & Diane Pulliam Contributing Sponsors in 2002 Nancy & Richard Donahue Eleanor Briggs Community Leaders in 2002 Saints Memorial Medical Center Louis L. Pinn Insurance Agency Citizens for Youth in 2002 Lyla Chea and Holy Khut Bonna Mai and Family James Conlon • George C. Eliades, Jr., Esq. Richard & Mary Noon Beth Kanter & Walter Halvorsen David & Elizabeth Dawson Kristina Niccoli • Karl Dunajski Dan Tenczar, Lowell City Council r-------------------------, I I HOW TO DONATE: Every gift is greatly appreciated. Many businesses offer a matching gift program which can double the size of employees' contributions. Other I ways to give include memorial gifts, which allow the donor to recognize special I people in their lives, or gifts of appreciated stock that can reap substantial tax : benefits for the donor. All gifts are tax-deductible. Thank you for your support! I Name:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~- 1 I ! 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KHMER SPEAKING STAFF FREE Initial Consultation Weekend & Evening Hours, Hospital Visits 287 Appleton Street Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 459-5000 TOLL FREE 1-800-308-3766 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe Commemorative Book, 2002 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe 2002 Commemorative Book. Includes a brief description of the organization and descriptions of Classical and Folk dance. There is also information about the masters of Cambodian dance. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2002 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 52 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i004 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Books Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/612157c6774478394b01c23e9c457fc4.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=mZr%7ExVqOTnlkVYMmJoTzD13IlerjtAYVwljUTwOgOevNawtXsQvMmomPfD0zoVDV-I8yt7P968VxePu8GZLvj6v2iy6z6KgoBQjDuC23CJDGY8oqtlrHrWiM5QkXvrkb5zXYI%7EBw6fCHgwYHlVxsEmBz7wPC5Vkm5mhKuZXa%7E3Nq51ACAsoOThIZkZnn5GsR9nKgxSm9qAO0uDZCC4qV7A83rIej1Wua1D5xy66KkWF8hu0KfLppPDa531LdmRy3ErcH71Y0DPHKXprcwWn59OFNkP8LNv33SwospxtvQYa31NHn%7ELSTZYebJEGsfgDgGuqX8PbqQy5AcnG2AaG1UA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 8447f17d41a31a288a851ef7afe72ba4 PDF Text Text ��30th Anniversary Evening Program Cocktails Welcome Recognition of Angkor Dance Troupe by Congresswoman Niki Tsongas, Senator Eileen Donoghue, Mayor Edward Kennedy Past, Present, Future Dinner Performance Special recognition by Angkor Dance Troupe Lifetime Achievement Award Raffle announcement 3 �Thank You On behalf of our Board of Directors, our planning committee, and staff of Angkor Dance Troupe, we would like to thank you for joining us as we commemorate "30 Years of Connecting Communities through the Preservation, Education and Innovation of Cambodian Performing Arts:' Tonight's anniversary is a true celebration of our past, present, and future. This celebration is an opportunity to honor those who helped establish Angkor Dance Troupe in 1986; a chance to acknowledge those who believed in our work, leading to over 4,500 youth served and 20,000 reached across the Northeast; and a time to recognize those who continue helping us grow. We would like to recognize each of you for making this a memorable event for years to come and extend a special thank you to all our sponsors for this evening. Your contributions are invaluable to this organization and will be used to ensure the future growth of Angkor Dance Troupe. Angkor Dance Troupe could not deliver on our mission without the support of our donors, community partners, families, friends, staff and board. We look forward to your continued partnership in helping us connect Communities through the Preservation, Education and Innovation of Cambodian Performing Arts. ~ h,Ctn~ JY.o/-1~ Michael Conway President- Board of Director DahvyTran Executive Director 0 4 �Staff & Leadership Advisory Board Celeste Bernardo Michael Gallagher Adrien Bisson Vanna Howard Jim Conlon Joe Hungler Nancy Donahue Felicia Sullivan Carol Duncan Sophy Theam Robert Farrant Jim Wilde Board of Directors Michael Conway, President Chummeng Soun Karen McManimon, Vice President Narin Sinuon Savanna Pouv, Treasurer Nary Tith Linda Uch, Clerk Sheila Kirschbaum Jay Lee Virginia Prak Program Staff Dahvy Tran, Executive Director Emaly Horn, Program Intern Tim Chan Thou, Operations Director Shaun McCarthy, Grant Writer Khakhada Horn, Program Coordinator Artistic Staff Artistic Director and Master Teacher - Phousita Huy Master Teacher Kimhan Meas Dance Program Manager - Channa Sath Master Teacher Sophea Chamroeunnop Master Teacher Pech Heung 5 �Honoring Our Past History The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed in 1986 by a group of Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge holocaust. Lowell's Cambodian American community, estimated at more than 35,000 people, is the second largest in the country. When we resettled here, we brought a passion to carry on our cherished cultural traditions to practice and perform, to teach our children, and to see our art preserved for future generations of all cultures. We take our name from the great Angkor civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia. Dance and music have always been prominent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly eliminated when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970s. Artists were among those deliberately targeted for execution. More than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. Today, as Cambodians around the world struggle to emerge from decades of war and poverty, our people look to the rebirth and re-creation of dance as testimony to the endurance of our culture. 6 �Celebrating Our Present Today What began as an organization that focused on the preservation of Cambodian arts and culture quickly became a youth-serving program. We recognized that, in order to fulfill our mission, we needed to groom the next generation of leaders. Using performing arts as the tool, we developed and guided over 4,500 youth over the years. These young people furthered their education and became teachers, nurses, and civic leaders within the community. They pointed to ADT as an integral part of their leadership journey. Since our 25th anniversary we have built a passionate Advisory Board, strengthened our current Board of Directors, created a comprehensive strategic fundraising plan, and we continue to establish strong partnerships. The number of youth served has increased each year, with our residency reaching an additional 100 youth through a summer program serving new refugee groups. In addition to our expansion in youth programming, our accomplishments include three "big" annual performances, two residencies, performance market expansion outside of Greater Lowell, co-hosting a national Southeast Asian American Conference with UMass Lowell (summer 2017), Senior Dancer Certification, (Bi)Annual Master Teacher Residencies, and Senior Dancer professional development. 7 �Embracing Our Future Future The future of Angkor Dance Troupe is to become the epicenter for innovative Cambodian performing arts. To achieve this vision, our goal is to have Lowell become home to the following: Lowell Angkor Arts Academy 10 Certified Master Teachers Angkor Touring Company We ask that you help advance this vision by supporting our goal of raising $30,000 toward establishing an endowment that will ensure thousands more youth will be served. 8 �_.._ .... ..... _...... ... ...... ·-__ .._ ....... S.Huyis ..,_ Msiil . . . . . . . 9 �~ Q ~ Q ~ ~ ....... ~ ~ ~ ~~!F~ is proud to sponsor the NGKOR DANCE TROUPE'S from your friends at... c ..:i:m.J 10 �11 �Circle Health is a proud supporter of the Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. We applaud their mission to connect communities through the preservation , education and innovation of Cambodian Performing Arts. Happy 3Qth Anniversa ry. ~ circlehealth ~ Complete connected care .. www.circle-health.org INSURANCE AGENCY 12 �Happy 30th Anniversary to Angkor Dance Troupe, who preserves the traditions of Cambodian performing arts. Fede rally in sure d by NCUA I Shares and Deposits in excess of NCUA limits are fully in su red by MS IC. Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union and the phrase We Share a Common Thread are federally registered trademarks owned by Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union. Paul Marion & Rosemary Noon ------ Congratulations, Angkor Dance Troupe, in celebrating 30 years of performing arts. We are blessed to have the dance troupe in our community preserving Cambodian traditional dance, art and culture! 13 �We are proud to support the .!lngkor Dance Troupe and congratulate them on their remarkable 30th .!lnniversarg. The Gaslight Building 22 Shattuck Street Lowell, MA 01852 Tel 978.452.0522 Fax 978.452.0482 www.gcattorneys.com 14 �e 1 CREDIT UNION Connecting all your banking needs ol & George Duncan e are delighted to support Angkor Dance Troupe as they celebrate 30 years of connecting communities with the preservation and innovation of their rich culture. s u t S c:c s s S a 15 e �~ UMASS LOWELL learning with Purpose Lianna Kushi & 16 �Raffle and Cocktail Sponsors Amara Boutique and Trav Bangkok Market Brew'd Awakening Coffeehaus Cultural Shock Apparel Hong Kong Market New Asia Restaurant Pailin Express Peephuptmei Restaurant Sorin Sieng Yummy Express Washington Savings Bank Humanities :l'fUU5fT 3:)0AU J!O>ICJ0A ':))nsO Alo~ i8 '6Ji?zsD l'j{T)r/>f 17 �Mut Peah Sponsor 18 �Dear Angkor Dance Troupe, You're Getting Old ... . . . But That's Good! Happy Anniversary and Many More Years to Go! Your friend, MehmedAli 19 �Mut Peah Sponsors 2017 ASIAN AMERICAN CULTURES FESTIVAL PIN PANHCHAPOR THE HARP & FIVE COLORS OF HARMONY Angkor Dance Troupe UMass Lowell World Music Ensemble H UMASS LOWELL Friday, April 21 at 8pm Durgin Concert Hall UMass Lowell 35 Wilder Street Tickets $10 at the door (cash only please) Washington SAVINGS BANK We give you more washingtonsavings.com 20 �Supporters Music Support: Alan Williams & UMass Lowell World Music Ensemble Wongpleng Khmer Kimhan Meas Sovann Khon & Tepniyum Band Program Design Support: Jim Higgins Joan Ross Sochenda Uch 30th Planning Committee Members/Supporters: Angkor Dance Troupe's Board of Directors Celena Mai Channa Sath Cheymony Fennell Chummeng Soun EmalyHorn Linda Sou Peter Chea Phousita Huy Roselyn Soung Sochenda Uch Sodany Krouch -Venue Designer Tim Thou Victoria Phan �Supporters Organizations: Center for Asian American Studies Flying Orb Lowell National Historical Park Massachusetts Cultural Council Parker Foundation The Flower House Individuals: BonnaMai Chamroeun Sdoeung Chenda Wilson Chhan Touch Christina Prum Kolab Thou Linda Sopheap Sou Liz Claffin Malis Loeung Peter Veth Sarina Choun Selena Tran Sochenda Uch Sue Kim Tenzin Thoulutsang 22 1 �NANCYL.& RICHARD K. DONAHUE In celebration of the Angkor Dance Troupe's 30th anniversary, we would like to extend sincere gratitude to NANCY L. & RICHARD K. DONAHUE for their continuous support, which helps make this event possible. �GOOD CELEBRATES + � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's 30th Anniversary Celebration program book, 2016 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's 30th Anniversary Celebration program book. Includes a brief description of the past, present, and the future of organization. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2016 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 24 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i003 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Books Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/81272e8a942ab14c02cc0d342e704778.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=bcJGP2ufJNXDjyHrIMHQfTKEs4SwCd5un7lFIEEjiEEuNC2Ki7er3lLjrF-f9prQWwmPapR%7EoHmoTfo%7EoC5uZdJ%7E2TR1Dq9n0hHadPXy6Cc5TOGR6BJRrC9vPcjJC8pvZ3KUM6KOZe1rm80CZGR2ygBjkBA7B0L4-0S%7E1vo32EfUlX9bK71uLyywoSTVCzld%7EpOsLIKqmDqZhzTXFd7BwzKxkqqoCaDXDQEn1EdF16eShA05tEvqhA0ABOllbcoL7KGUcxEa0PHtXoZ7Jb9hOzdiZy0R9rU%7EBD8YuthgTxWKzkjORssPhS3CefqTUOU9oc97PydsWjvJPOCj8RzhKw__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 940aa85394067aabd5297d3b2b074ac4 PDF Text Text �4. Celebr-atiun uf Cambudian Cla\\ical and f'ulk. uance ARTIST DIRECTOR DANCE COORDINATORS GENERAL MANAGER Mrs. Phousita Serey Huy Mr. Tim Chan Thou Mr. Sokheoun Sim Ms. Ruth Page ARTISTS/PERFORMERS Miss Akara Im Miss Linda C. Thou Miss Sopharl Ngin Miss Ratana C. Thou Miss Vanrotha Im Miss Choumnith Sath Miss Chenda Ty Miss Sophannary Khem Miss Sophannarin Khem Mr. Savann Leng Mr. Retha Yok Mr. Samnang Hor Mr. Khoeun Pring Mrs. Sokhanarith Moeur Mrs. Somaly Hay Mrs. Sopheap Sim Miss Leakhena Moeur Miss Rachana Khiev Miss Rith Malay Hay Ms. Maly Ouk Mr. Pov Sath Mr. Samuth Koam Mr. Boo Ouch Mr. Rothana Yok Mr. Sochenda Uch Mr. Tola Sok SPECIAL GUESTS Mr. Phan Phoung Mr. Tonara Hing Ms. Sophana Keth COSTUMERS/ DRESSERS Ms. Phalik Ting Mrs. Kolab Thou STAGE/SOUND/LIGHTING/PRESENTER COORDINATORS Mr. Nissay Liek Mr. Chhan D. Touch Mr. Scott Glidden Mr. Tim Chan Chou Ms. Carol Keirstead Ms. Gloria Polites THE PROGRAM Welcoming Remarks Lowell Mayor Edward Caulfield State Representative Thomas Golden 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Apsara Dance The Coconut Shell Dance Expression of Sentiment Dance The Butterfly Dance The Good Crops Dance Mani Mekhala Dance 15-Minute Intermission Khen Dance Chhoy Chhay Dance The Peacock of Pailin Dance Tep Monorom Dance Pestle Dance Chhay Yam Dance Classical Folk Classical Folk Folk Classical ..... Folk Classical Folk Classical Folk Folk �Table uf Cuntenu I. 11. II. About the Angkor Dance Troupe . Dance Descriptions Apsara Dance . The Coconut Dance . The Expression of Sentiment Dance The Good Crops Dance The Butterfly Dance . Moni Mekhala Dance . Khen Dance . Chhoy Chhay Dance Peacock of Pailin . Tep Monorom Dance . Pestle Dance . Chhay Yam Dance . Directory of Advertisers Alden's Discount Fred C. Church Insurance Colonial Gas Enterprise Bank & Trust Co. Family Bank Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe . John H. Honan Insurance . Henrick F. Johnson Insurance . Lowell General Hospital Paul Marion Massbank . Carole Mathews . Kris Niccoli . Page One Productions . Donald E. Pierson Safeway Insurance . Saints Memorial Hospital . Marina & Peter Schell . Smithwick's Restaurant & Tavern . Terry's Creations Washington Savings Bank . .2 16 .17 .19 .19 21 21 .22 .22 22 22 23 .23 20 19 .21 1 20 14 23 10 8 1 .17 .13 .23 15 12 6 18 6 9 20 9 �le~ ENTERPRISE ir @ EQUAL HOUSING BANK AND TRUST COMPANY LENDER Member A Certified SBA Lender FDIC Main Office and Trust Division 222 Merrimack Street • Lowell, MA 01852 • 508-459-9000 Branch Offices 674 Boston Road (Rte 3A) •Billerica, MA 01821 • 508-262-0123 185 Littleton Road (Rte 110) • Chelmsford, MA 01824 • 508-442-5588 4 Central Street• Leominster, MA 01453 • 508-534-7400 910 Andover Street• Tewksbury, MA 01876 • 508-863-5500 Mortgage Lending Center 27 Palmer Street• Lowell, MA 01852 • 508-459-9000 PAUL MARION Writer and Cultural Affairs Consultant 44 Highland Street Lowell, MA 01852 Phone/Fax : (508) 454-4883 E-mail: MarionPF @aol.com 1 �0 tffg;~H~; An~kor' "Dance. Tr'o'-lpe., Inc. History and Background / ike all traditional arts, Cambodian classical and folk dance has /...!Jen passed down from one generation to the next. Since the Angkor Era, Cambodian dancers and musicians have preserved, cherished, and celebrated their art. The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed For' Cambodian~, in 1986 in Lowell, MA by two teachers ar'f i~ +he cor'e of and a handful of dancers who learned life, combining traditional Cambodian Dance in enfer'fainmen+, refugee camps along the Thai- fr'adifion, r'eligion, Cambodian border. Between 1975, and and ~ocial cohe~ion. 1979, when Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia, many dancers and musicians perished or fled the country. It was in the camps and later in places like Lowell and at the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh that traditional Cambodian dance was painstakingly resurrected. Today, dance has become one of the primary ways that Cambodians, split by politics and war, identify a common culture. For Cambodians, art is the core of life, combining entertainment, tradition, religion, and social cohesion. Wherever Cambodians live, so do the traditions of practicing, performing, and passing on the culture. 2 �classi<;: Dan ' C ambodian classical dance has been associated with the court of Cambodia for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor civilization, the dancers of the Khmer royal ballet made offerings while performing during rituals and ceremonies before sacred idols. In court dance, we see highly-stylized positions in concert with gentle movements. Gestures are strictly defined and distinguished by the intricacy of hand positions. Each of these gestures has a specific meaning, often relating to nature. For example "Lea" can denote a leaf, but it can also mean "to open." (See right hand in photo below.) Depending on its context within the dance, Lea can represent the leaf and its beauty or the opening of a hand or a piece of paper. "Cheep" (left hand in photo) can symbolize a flower or it can mean to fold into small pleats. 3 �F olk dance is rooted in rural Cambodia and reflects the life and spirit of peasants. Throughout Cambodia, after the harvest is over, it is time for music, song, and dance. Dance motifs are commonly based on local legends and inspired by themes of nature as well as the ceremonies, customs, and rituals of everyday life. Just as court dance is ruled by a strict form and a prescribed language of movement, folk dance is spontaneous, created for emotional expressions. The folk dances performed by the Angkor Dance Troupe were refined by the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh. Researchers collected dances and music from all over the country and then choreographed dances that were suited to staged performances. ~alkD11nes 4 �A Leader in Traditional Cambodian Dance The mission of the Angkor Dance Troupe is to preserve and develop the traditions of Cambodian performing arts, to promote an understanding and appreciation of Cambodian culture, and to provide a positive social, cultural, and recreational outlet for Cambodian youth. The Angkor Dance Troupe is recognized throughout New England as a leading Cambodian folk and classical dance ensemble. The Troupe's artistic director, Phousita S. Huy is one of the mostrespected master teachers of Cambodian dance in the U.S. She is a recently-emigrated star performer from the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, which is considered the cultural source and artistic standard bearer of Cambodian performing arts. Troupe coordinator and cofounder Tim Chan Thou was trained and certified as a teacher of Cambodian traditional dance from Khao-1-Dang and Philippine Refugee Centers. �Phalik Ting (left) and Thida Loeung at a recent performance in Boston. The Angkor Dance Troupe is recognized througout New England as a leading Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance Ensemble. " 6"-'~ 66 Safeway Insurance i!!•~efltt~nmmvse 1nnt1mt tfl! ~= m•~"! ~eann ie ii11 1es1e~e1mn1~eemsere~e~em•m~nvse 555 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852 (508) 970-2442 (508) 458-7681 Fax: (508) 441-1611 CoNqRATulATioNs! THANk you ANkqoR DANCE TRoupE foR sHARiNq youR cu lTuRE, bRiNqiNq SUCH bEAUTY ANd yRACE iNTO OUR CiTY. MARiNA ANd PETER ScHEll 6 �An Extensive Collection of Authentic Costumes The Dance Troupe has assembled an extensive collection of authentic costumes, dance materials, artifacts, and documentation. The Troupe's principal costumer, Phalik Ting, learned Khmer classical dance in Camp Sakeo, Thailand. Costumers from the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh have also made costumes for the Troupe. Preparing for a performance can take several hours. Many Cambodian dance costumes are so intricate and close-fitting that dancers have to be sewn into them before performances. Above - Angkor Dance Troupe member Akara Im assists Linda Thou with her costume. Right - Vanrotha Im gets help with her costume before performing the Coconut Dance. �~~~rfamily, your your friends, life. Lean on Lowell General LGH LOWELL GENERAL • HDnlTAL • Lowell General Hospital 295 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, Mass. www.lowcllgcneral.org 8 �Congratulations to The Angkor Dance Troupe from • wash1. Gton n ~~~'!!~~!!!e~ Est.1892 458-7999 Member FDIC/DIF All Deposits Insured in Full Plenty of Free Parking Best Wishes to the Angkor Dance Troupe from ~mttbtutck's Restaurant & Tavern 92 - ro4 Middle Street in downtown Lowell (508) 937-21n Live Entertainment Home of 220 Beers 9 �Members of the Angkor Dance T roupe perform the classical dance"Tep Monorum " at First Night Boston in Decem ber 1996. The Angkor Dance Troupe has participated in workshops at the Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival and is listed on the Touring Roster for the New England Foundation for the Arts. The Troupe is routinely invited to perform at prestigious events, such as Boston's First Night celebration at the Wang Center and the Boston Ballet. Other performance venues have included the National and Lowell Folk Festivals, the Boston Public Library, the Peabody Museum, the Peterborough NH Town House, the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Amherst campuses, the Annual City of Fall River Cambodian Celebration, and the Children's Museum. HENRICK r !Jf]·- .~- (! {.rr:1h2flJ .~ F. JOHNSON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. "Building For The Future Through Personal Service" 448 Gorham Street, Lowell, Massachusetts 01852 I Telephone 508-458-3458 10 �Carrying on the Tradition Over a dozen performances and public events have been scheduled to date in 1997, including workshops and residency programs in several public schools. Instructor Tim Chan Thou believes teaching in the schools is vitally important. "This is how we plant the seeds of interest in traditional culture," said Thou. "This is how we develop in young people an appreciation for our heritage, and ultimately it's our best hope to keep Cambodian dance alive." Members of the Angkor Dance Troupe rehearse at the Madelon Curtis Dance Studio in downtown Lowell. The Troupe holds weekly rehearsals. For four hours every Sunday, members gather to practice. The method of teaching is practiced as it has been done traditionally, by watching, imitation, and assistaoce from teachers to achieve the correct postures and movement. Through the dance instruction, students learn about Cambodian culture. From the folk dances, they learn about geography and a daily life in Cambodia that they have never experienced. From the classical or court dances they experience revered ancient traditions. 11 �Cambodian tradition prescribes a particular relationship between student and teacher, a relationship that is repeated in the relationships of children to parents, and young people to elders. Students are respectful of teachers and of the knowledge they possess. They appreciate the chance to learn and understand their responsibility for carrying on their culture. Four young members of the Angkor Dance Troupe after a performance of Tivea Propey, a dance originally performed in honor of Children's Day in Cambodia. Donald E. Pierson, Dean College of Education University of Massachusetts Lowell 12 �Members of the Angkor Dance Troupe at a recent performance. From left Chhan D. Touch, Khoeun Pring, Phalik Ting, George Chigas, Thida Loeung, Linda Thou, Sochenda Uch, Vanlina Im, Rothana Yok, Pov Sath, Boo Ouch, Ratana Thou, Vanrotha Im, Sophannary Khem, Sophannarin Khem, Harlen Hor, Soparl Ngin, Samnang Hor, Akara Im, Andeth Vann, Phousita Serey Huy, Chenda Ty, Sarith Heng, Sokhoeum Sim, Maliny Pen, Maliny Khem, Elizabeth Yim, Choumnith Sath. Not pictured: Tim Chan Thou, Savann Leng, Rotha Yok, Tola Sok, Samuth Koam . ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • • • • • • • • • • Happy New Year • • • • • • to the Cambodian Community • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Carole Matthews 13 �We would like to honor and thank Thoeun (Tlnl) Thou and Kolab Yin for their dedication to continuing the tradition of Canlbodian dance. Many people have made valuable contributions to the Angkor Dance Troupe1 but without the sustained commitment of Thoeun and Kolab over the past decade1 the Troupe would not have survived. Despite the difficulties and hardships1 they have never given up in their belief that Cambodian traditional dance has meaning and value for future generations. With respect and appreciation1 we give them our thanks. Rftt~1JimpBjmmibi'~~11511H6 ,..,.,.,, 8'1ti'9i5 ib ff"lm• tzt!J1Ui'nmlllt!upo""'91."m~~..,..i'!n"'lmlffl'J.i11•11im 011 lf?1H..,tlft1."Mtimpnv1~·•iM'rrmi1ejtsibtzt!JI" Lt?~ 1J1t1iRwaifns1mnmmelf111:1rt i'omt5fJHl6111om1b11mtlJ1mm1•]9ibtztD1tst6•1J1t1d111jmltsm 11ini~AS1i!ffumnsaltlliib•lpti•Mnriffndtnti11mmi ~"llHIB"V'mff~~---b,, "1nim111t?~ Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe: Ann Bartholomew George Chigas • Cecily Cook • Sovann-Thida Loeung Ron Micheels • Elizabeth Morrish • Saly Pin-Riebe Bunrith Sath • Vathana and Parady Soch • Nancy Sweezy . 14 �1--IONORING Tl--IE ARTS Corporate Video • Multimedia Advertising • Desktop Publishing PAGE ONE PRODUCTIONS 80 Aberdeen Street, Lowell, MA 01852 (508) 441-1740 • Email: PAGEl PROD@AOL.COM �Apsara Dance Apsara is a central symbol of Cambodian culture. In the great Angkor civilization, the beautiful celestial dancers of the temple represented the prayers and linked the human world to omnipotent deities. Hundreds of bas-relief Apsara carvings can still be seen on the walls of Cambodia's national treasure, the temples of Angkor Wat. The Apsara Dance is based on the Angkor Wat sculptures. It is a dance for special occasions, originally performed only for the royal families of Cambodia. In the dance, we see Mera, dressed in white for purity, dancing in her garden with her handmaidens, also Apsaras. The golden flowers they carry symbolize the happiness and well-being of Cambodian people. �The Coconut Shell Dance Coconut trees are a main agricultural resource in Cambodia. They provide sustenance to Khmer farmers and are abundant in villages. Inspired by a popular game called Coconut Shell, the Coconut Dance originated in the province of Svay Rieny, the eastern part of Cambodia. In its original form, it was a oneman show. In the modern-day dance, an equal number of male and female dancers performs the dance, signifying friendship and courtship. COMPARE OUR MORTGAGE RATES WITH OTHERS! 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The dance, through its movements and gesture, celebrates the hope for a productive harvest. Expression of Sentiment Dance Choreographed by the late dance master Chea Samy, this dance was originally created to provide dance students with a wide range of expressions and sentiments. It has also been performed by professional dancers as an addition to their repertoire of court dances. The theme depicts courting actions and, as it concludes, the sadness of two lovers separated. +- Fred C. Church n Insurance SINCE 1865 Lowell Andover Chelmsford (508) 458-1865 (508) 475-1865 (508) 250-1865 Portsmouth, NH Littleton (603) 433-1865 (508) 692-1865 19 �To a 11 in +he pe.r'for'me.r'~ +he Angkor' "Dance. Tr'o\Jpe. KEEP UP THE G'REAT WO'RK1 a r FAMILY BANK A f" II ~e.r'vice. financia I in~fif'-lfion For' all yo'-lr' b"~ine.~~ and pe.r'~onal banking ne.e.d~, call"~ fir'~f. Member FDIC fit 454-2500 , Tues. thru Fri. 10-6 C'°'od S""· & Mon. 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One of the most sacred dances in the Cambodian classical repertory, Moni Mekhala is still performed as a ceremony to pray for rain. A tradition in the community since 1849. It has always been the goal of Colon ial Gas Company to offer exceptional value and superior service to our customers. To that end, we continually look for ways to improve the way we do business - through the innovative use of technology, by focusing on the needs of our customers, and by participating in the economic growth and welfare of the communities we serve. It is this commitment to excellence, and the desire to see this community prosper, that will continue the tradition of Colonial Gas into the next century. ' 800-548-8000 COLONIAL GAS COMPANY rha Best Choice 21 �Khen Dance This is a dance of courtship. In a region of Cambodia along the border with Lao, people frequently play an instrument called the khen or mouth organ. In this dance, men play the mouth organs to serenade women. Not able to resist, the ladies touch the flowers hanging from the khen and fall in love. Chhoy Chhay Dance Chhouy Chhay is the name of an adolescent princess dancer with perfect beauty in all aspects. Her dance, voice, figure, and attitude are rare and unmatched in the world. This choreography demonstrates her delicate and gentle dance during her promenade in the forest. e peacock is a symbol of happiness in the region of Pailin, which borders Thailand. The dance is thought to bring prosperity to villagers and for that reason the dance is performed during the New Year and at other Peacock of Pailin ceremonies and festivals. The original performance of this dance was adapted from a tale involving a peacock and a hunter and was danced with both dancing and chasing actions. When it was brought to the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, some of the original elements were eliminated and new elements added. The theme was changed and now the dance embodies courtship. Tep Monorum Dance This dance, often considered the most beautiful in the classical repertory, embodies the well being, friendship, and prosperity of Cambodian people. 22 �Happy New Year to the Cambodian Community from l(ris Niccoli The Pestle Dance The Pestle Dance is a popular Khmer folk dance that originated in Siem Riep Province. It is a dance that celebrates the harvest. The pestle and mortar are used in Cambodia as an old-fashioned way to mill rice paddies. Usually two people, each with a pestle, pound alternatively in a constant rhythm, an action which provided the basis for the modern day dance. Ch hay Yam Dance Chhayam is a comic country dance. After the harvest, Khmer peasants and farmers gather in ceremonies and festivals to celebrate. Chhayam is performed to enliven and add levity to these celebrations. Its exciting rhythm encourages dancers to improvise their steps and gestures. f;\li l•l I: fill :?;1: ti 4 1 0 '·HONAN 'OMN Olo '/' OFF oooDF8R1vERs NO CLUB MEMBERSHIP NEEDED INSURANCE AGENCY 421 CHELMSFORD IT., LOWELL (NEXT TO WENDY'I) TEL. 454-0402 23 �•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • Special Thanks to Our Dedicated Staff & Board of Directors • Chhan D. Touch, President Carol Keirstead, Vice President Gloria Polites, Co-Secretary Carole Matthews, Co-Secretary Nissay Liek, Treasurer Phousita S. Huy, Artistic Director Phalik Ting, Instructor Sokhoeum Sim, Instructor Akara Im Samuth Koam Arn Chorn Pong Tim Chan Thou, Troupe Coordinator Dr. Toni Shapiro, Advisor Also to: Lori Kalb, New England Folklife Center Molly Sheehy, Middlesex Community College Michelle Ramahlo, Smith Baker Center Thurman Prints The Top Half Publication designed by Page One Productions Sources: "Cambodia's Royal Dance, " by Eileen Blumenthal, Natural History 4189 Khmer Folk Dance by Sam-Ang Sam & Chan Moly Sam, Khmer Studies Institute Inc., 1987 Khmer Songbook, Forward by Sophiline Cheam Shapiro, 1992 The Classical Dance Company of Cambodia, Sam-Ang Sam, Music Director "An Introduction to Khmer Traditional Dance" by Huy Serey Phousita, Seoul, 1995 Photo Credits: Tim Chan Thou, Toni Shapiro, Eileen Blumenthal, Ann Bartholomew, Eleanor Briggs, Higgins & Ross Translation Services: Nissay Liek If you are interested in booking the Angkor Dance Troupe, please contact: Ruth Page, General Manager (508) 441-1750 ••••••••••••••••••••••••• ••• •••••• • •• �The Angkor Dance Troupe is funded in part by the: THEODORE EDSON PARKER FOUNDATION li111 MASSACHUSEITS CULTURAL COUNCIL A state agency that supports public programs in the arts, humanities. and sciences Lowell Cultural Council with funds from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency Angkor' ll:l:HllMc.e. Tr'o'Jpe. P.O. Box 1553 well, MA 01853 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's "A Celebration of Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance" event, 2000? Subject The topic of the resource Community organization; Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's "A Celebration of Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance" event. Includes a brief description of the organization and descriptions of Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000? Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 28 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i002 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Apsara Dance Books Butterfly Dance Cambodians Chhay Yam Dance Chhoy Chhay Dance Coconut Dance Good Crops Dance Khen Dance Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso Dance Peacock of Pailin Dance Pestle Dance Sentimental Expression Dance Tep Monorom Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/c07ac4c18fbfec2fe1004de72faa7e97.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=PICB9gLgn8EWT%7EXirwYuQ97HIVNNKqWQg5oNw7RFkNxlNkClSiVPjZNUmkjMOsq0F5hIiQXaoxkAbXiTDE9u6PZI7bIA%7Ea0gePC47x56gB8LCdvsqMwFMtl7L64jHPb2kqWMXARS9KruX0VUx%7EO2Uj9EbeVOCkvIP5Sus3%7E5vihPWtDYjmW7bHhEcLQzbLx6TF3Oya9ku1SfW-pXWmlNx00WYj8GcKnO7z7xBZZCSY8wWDEC%7EmNky3o%7EqU%7EK2sJF%7ESet2Y4Rl5RJ8pPx8yekTPc9ctcez7TlpLBlBi750POlmET65wZNlvuHO9bwyQi-ZWpYvsIRwHVWTnF6ZzbUmQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 93322c9ddb1d899ba8d98828c033a7a2 PDF Text Text �T'ha11ff You We are delighted you have joined us for Reamker, 29 years ago we began the Angkor Dance Troupe with the vision to preserve and develop the traditions of Cambodian performing arts, that was almost completely wiped out during the Khmer Rouge genocide. As a community struggling to put down roots in a new homeland, Cambodian dance provides a poignant reminder of the beauty and spirituality of our culture and helps us build a more stable foundation for our children. As the heart and soul of the Cambodian American community in Lowell, the Troupe has served as a foundation and voice of our cherished cultural traditions. We are nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished and experienced of the U.S. - based Cambodian traditional arts ensembles and have received recognition from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the National Endowment of the Arts, and the White House. We hope you enjoy the show! Tim Thou Co-Founder ~ Phousita Huy Artistic Director ~ ? DahvyTran Executive Director ~ �• Progra,n Attgkor Oam:~ Troup<, Im:. 1'UfIDH~f The Angkor Dance Troupe is proud to present Reamker a Cambodian epic poem, based on the Sanskrit's Ramayana epic. It adapts the Hindu ideas to Buddhist themes and shows the balance of good and evil in the world. Reamker Program Scene I: Krong Reap sees Preah Ream and Neang Seda Scene II: Preah Ream follows the Golden Deer Scene III: The Abduction of Neang Seda Scene IV: Preah Ream and Preah Leak calls for Hanuman Scene V Kingdom of Langka Scene VI Hanuman and Sovann Macha Scene VII Neang Seda and the Test of Fire �Rea,nter Att5k or Oa ttc:c TrOl-fpc, lttc:. w1mrl URS The classical literature of Cambodia during the 16th and mid-19th century reflected the cultural influence of India and represented three major genres: the epic, verse novels, and bap, or "codes of conduct:' One of the earliest literary epic stories that was composed in the Khmer language is the Cambodian version of the Indian Ramayana, Reamker. The evolution of the Indian Ramayana story in Cambodia represents the adaptation of Hindu ideas to Buddhist themes and shows the balance of good and evil in society. Reamker serves as an inspiration for various genres of performance in Cambodia. Classical dance-drama, all-male masked dance-drama, and shadow puppet plays all include episodes in their repertoire. The story of Reamker centers on Preah Ream, a Prince who was exiled to the forest through no fault of his own for fourteen years. Following many adventures including the abduction of his wife Neang Seda by the evil giant Krong Reap, Preah Ream eventually rescues her with the help of an Army of monkeys guided by Hanuman. Preah Ream and Neang Seda return home in triumph and the Prince reclaims his throne. The complex interplay of strengths (bravery, foresight) and weaknesses (distrust, trickery) --though couched in episodes lined with magic -- nonetheless represents aspects of human social behavior. 4 �• Characters Att5lwr D,M1C£ Trow!"!, lttc. 1.~\f$£0$0£f Preah Ream, is the main protagonist of the epic. He is believed to be the reincarnation of the Hinduism deity Vishnu and the husband of Neang Seda. Neang Seda, the female protagonist of the epic and wife of Preah Ream. Preah lea~, is the brother of Preah Ream and his aid to fight Kong Reap and rescue Neang Seda. Krong Reap, is the main antagonist of the story. He captures the beautiful Neang Seda to his island of Langka. Preus Meas (G()lden Deer) is the transformation of Maharik, a cousin of Krong Reap. T'a rysi (Hermit) - Krong Reap transforms into an old hermit to disguise his true identity in order to capture Neang Seda. Hanuman (General White M()nhy), helps rescues Neang Seda. While building the bridge connecting the island of Langka to the mainland, he fells madly in love with Sovann Macha, the Golden Mermaid. S()Vann Mar;ha (G()lden Mermaid), is the Golden Mermaid who tries to spoil Hanuman's plans to build a bridge to Langka but fell in love with him instead. 5 �Rea1nker Attg:kot' Da.ttcc Trowpc. lttc. wuH!l$4~1 Scene I: Krong Reap sees Preah Ream and Neang Seda The story begins with Preah Ream, Neang Seda and Preah Leak venturing off to the forest to gather fruits and flowers. Preah Ream and Neang Seda falls asleep under a tree. It was there that Krong Reap catches sight of Neang Seda, he was so awed by her beauty that he commands his soldier Maharik to transform into Preus Meas - the Golden Deer. Neang Seda falls in love with Preus Meas and ask Preah Ream to capture it for her. Neang Seda and Preah Leak waits, while Preah Ream pursues the Golden Deer. Scene II: Preah Ream follows the Golden Deer As Preah Ream pursues Preus Meas, Neang Seda becomes worried that her husband may have trouble capturing the deer and ask Preah Leak to assist him. Preah Leak agrees but before leaving he pulls out his magic bow, shoots it at the ground near Neang Seda, which cast a protective enchantment around her Scene III: The Abduction of Nean Seda Krong Reap's plans to get Neang Seda alone succeeds and attempts to capture her, but fails. He keeps circling around the enchanted perimeter, trying to find a way in, but each time gets burnt by the enchantment. The only way Krong Reap can get to Neang Seda is to trick her out of the circle, so he transforms into an Ta Eysi - an old Hermit. Neang Seda sees Ta Eysi and steps out of the protective circle to bow down and pay her respects. She allows him into the circle, where Ta Eysi tells her she is destined for Krong Reap and not for Preah Ream. Shocked, Neang Seda reprimands Ta Eysi by striking him. Angered, Ta Eysi transforms back to his true form and chases her. The scene ends with Krong Reap capturing and flying away with Neang Seda. 6 �Rea,nffer Atts)«.or OattC£ Trol-tpe, lttc. 1.ffSHti'lff~f Scene IV: Preah Ream and Preah Leak calls for Hanuman Upon returning the brothers realized Neang Seda was abducted. They seek out Hanuman for help. Preah Ream shoots his magic arrow into the sky to summon Hanuman and when he arrives, Preah Ream places his ring preah thomrong in Hanuman's hand. This would be proof to Neang Seda that she can trust Hanuman to bring her back home. Scene V: Kin dom of Lan ka At Krong Reap's palace, the gods cast a protective spell around Neang Seda's body, which caused intense heat to radiate. Krong Reap is burned every time he attempts to touch her. Angered, Krong Reap orders two female servants to punish her, but they are interrupted by Hanuman. Initially, Neang Seda thinks Hanuman is a fraud, so she places a spell on him to test him. If he is the real Hanuman, a flower garland would appear around his neck. Hanuman then places the ring from Preah Ream in Neang Seda's hand. Scene VI: Hanuman and Sovann Macha Hanuman attempts to build a bridge to the kingdom of Langka to rescue Neang Seda, but is thwarted by Krong Reap's daughter, Sovann Macha. As soon as the monkeys lay down the stone path to cross the ocean, Sovann Macha's mermaids remove the stones. Hanuman catches Sovann Macha and decides to seduce her. He succeeds and they end up falling in love. Sovann Macha allows the completion of the stone path to the kingdom of Langka where a battle ensues between good and evil. Scene VII: Neang Seda and the Test of Fire Preah Ream, out of jealousy, assumes that Neang Seda was unfaithful and no longer pure after being Krong Reap's captive, he puts her through the test of fire to prove her fertility and purity. 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MA juliem~!tyi~~! creator of •Monkey Dance• documentary - Robert Farrant Sara Serendipity Sharing Foundation 12 �13 �Artists and Perf or,ners Masters and Teachers Artistic Director and Master Teacher - Phousita Huy Dance Program Manager - Channa Sath Master Teacher Pech Heung Master Teacher Phirum Meas Master Teacher Kimhan Meas Supporting Master Tead1ers: Master Teacher/Choreographer - Proeung Chhieng Master Teacher - Yorn Peng 14 �Artists and Pert or1ners Perfcmners Alexandra Mai Anita Srey Brianna Mai Celena Mai Chad Mai Channa Sath Chummeng Soun Daisy Var Emaly Horn Isabel Clafin Jaren Kong Jasmine T. Udomsay Jefferson Phan Johnny Khat Judith Wilson Kelly Ly Kevin Searth Kevin Vann Krisna Thou Krissandra Mai Monica Veth Nadia Heng Noeuk Nicky C. Fennell Nina Touch Pech Heung Peter Chea Peter Veth Phirum Meas Poutda Pech Robin Wilson Salena Mam Sambo Yoeun Costume Support: KolabThou Chenda Wilson Multimedia Support: James Higgins Prerecorded music: Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh, Cambodia 15 Semnang Kao Sophy Leng Sovann-Malis Loeung Tanromni Chum Tim Sokhoeun Victoria Phan Virginia Prak Viseth Loeung-Rinehart Vituu Touch �Att5kor 0,At1Cl' Trowpe. Jttc:-. 1'UUl'lM~( Stat f &leadership Advisory Board: Celeste Bernardo Michael Gallagher Nancy Donahue Carol Duncan Felicia Sullivan Jim Conlon Adrien Bisson Sophy Theam Vanna Howard Joe Hungler Jim Wilde Robert Farrant Walter Wright Students practice a scene from Reamker 16 �Att5k01" Oa.ttct Trowpc:. Im. wsumH~S Board of Direr.tors: Lianna Kushi, President Karen McManimon, Vice President Linda Uch, Clerk Chummeng Soun Michael Conway Narin Sinuon Nary Tith Sheila Kirschbaum Sochenda Uch Sovanna Pouv Virginia Prak Program Staff: Dahvy Tran, Executive Director Tim Chan Thou, Operations Director Tom Southernton, Program Coordinator Khakhada Horn, Program Assistant Shaun McCarthy, Grant Writer The Angkor Dance Troupe host a traditional Sampeak Gru ceremony to pay their respects for past Master Teachers to help guide them to a successful performance. 17 �Ans\tor o...nce Trowpe. Inc. 1.fflH£i1ff£S Vision We envision Lowell Massachusetts to be the epicenter for innovative Cambodian performing arts with the Angkor Dance Troupe at the core. Mission The Angkor Dance Troupe connects communities through the preservation, education and innovation of Cambodian performing arts. History The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed in 1986 by Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge holocaust. Lowell's Cambodian American community, estimated at more than 35,000 people, is the second largest in the country. When we resettled here, we brought a passion to carry on our cherished cultural traditions to practice and perform, to teach our children, and to see our art preserved for future gene!ations of all cultures. We take our name from the great Angkor civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia. Dance and music have always been prominent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly eliminated when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970s. Artists were among those deliberately targeted for execution. More than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. Today, as Cambodians around the world struggle to emerge from decades of war and poverty, our people look to the rebirth and re-creation of dance as testimony to the endurance of our culture. "The Angkor Dance Troupe is a gem in the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Cultural Council is proud to be a longtime supporter of Angkor for its beauty, value, and impact in preserving this rich cultural art form for the Lowell community and beyond" says Anita Walker, the Executive Director for the Mass Cultural Council. "The Angkor Dance Troupe is not only an organization promoting dance, it's an inspiration to all those who survived the Cambodian Genocide three decades ago, and a testament to the enduring power of the arts:' 18 �Supporters \ National Endowment for the Arts ARTWORKS. arts.gov Th Lenny Zakim Fund 1 8A I OG I G COM U !TI ES @Eastern Bani< charitable foundation T The Parker Foundation 19 �PRESERVE• EDUCATE• INNOVATE www.angkordance.o �Reamker Cast 2015 Students PreahReam Nean Seda PreahLeak Giants Army Golden Deer · Tha E si Hermit Hanuman Tim Sokhoeun Poutda Pech Brianna Mai Monica Veth Judith Wilson Alexandra Mai Salena Mam Dais Var Channa Sath Kimhan Meas Nicky Fennell Gen. White Monkey) Monkey Army Swva Pol Army Sovann Macha Jaren Kong Peter Chea Johnn Khat Kevin Searth Vituu Touch Chad Mai Viseth Loeung-Rinehart Jefferson Phan Semnang Kao Sambo Youen Nadia Heng Noeuk Golden Mermaid Mermaids Candle Dance Nina Touch Victoria Phan Jasmine Tauvari Udomsay Isabel Claflin Kelly Ly Anita Sre Krisna Thou Emaly Horn Robin Wilson Celena Mai Krissandra Mai Tamromni Chum �Jy;;_7 Wr(BfAHAM (c[) )35 GroDVv1~ S\ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's "Reamker: The Balance of Good and Evil," 2015  Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's "Reamker: The Balance of Good and Evil." Reamker is a Cambodian epic poem, based on the Sanskrit's Ramayana epic. It adapts the Hindu ideas to Buddhist themes and shows the balance of good and evil in the world. Included is a list of Reamker cast members with handwritten notes on the back. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2015 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 22 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f10_i001 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Books Cambodians Reamker https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/acad8bd06e45f41f206cf2ce2f1e8362.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=n8La9ewTmJIVmOp4Q2Rn7x6nlS0-7lx481VEWkElgpEdriFwaKsLnzh9nsKhfKgmDrQP6l-FPq0ink2dsA%7EZZdXgsWdf0ae69XcBjZgldDftWQo%7Ec0mnw%7E5m4-Io0gLhbbtXeRfJy5qSnZjJVbFk96hz4xuRfnDK3k3zQj0WN-LnerNmHqY49B06zA7YQvzCI0%7E0wEVxU-4M45Az5xfilt7xn5YCv%7EX1KKv%7EsC8XbkML2fmdXzGHQFEdpHAYPOsPjtyeHm30V5-Mmf4Oy%7EnT77Sj3NDEk0gbMGApQQWVQF6yguPCQQQvDvhM7%7EhpM-tIBQm2dDq5CcStygaLr94lJg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM ed3d4c0d01f7e78113f2051897e16fce PDF Text Text 0 ~fi'gfmfte; ~~ Angkor' Dance. n Tr'o'-lpe., Inc.. June 30, 1999 Paul Marion & Rosemary Noon 44 Highland Street Lowell, MA 01852 Dear Paul & Rosemary, Thank you for purchasing an ad in the Angkor Dance Troupe's annual commemorative publication. The book was released in May and has been enthusiastically received by the community. Copies will be distributed throughout 1999 including at area retailers and restaurants, and at the Lowell Folk Festival and Southeast Asian Water Festival. Your tax-deductible contribution of $70 will help us continue our important work in the Cambodian community. The Angkor Dance Troupe preserves and teaches cherished cultural traditions that were severely threatened by events in Cambodia's recent history. We also work extensively with at-risk youth in the city of Lowell. Our programs are made possible in large part by the generosity of people like yoi.J. The Troupe's Board of Directors, staff, and dancers are deeply appreciative of your support. Thank you again for your support and your commitment to Lowell's Cambodian community. Sincerely, Ruth Page General Manager A Nonprofit Cultural Organization P.O. Box 1553 • Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 • FAX: (978) 937-9419 • http://civic.uml.edu/angkor � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Thank you letter from Angkor Dance Troupe to Paul Marion and Rosemary Noon, 1999 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A thank you letter form Angkor Dance Troupe to Paul Marion and Rosemary Noon for their generosity in supporting the organization. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1999 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 21.5 x 28 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f09_i004 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Correspondence https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/ca1320a5c143b203e6e10afca9501614.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=ft911-S1rCZBAAjU12oohUf1nXwz4oeefFkRs%7E54lLD3LyZnGO4BcGt16htdqXvX7RSg0j4hY9yUuK8vYJH3mDBkoi52Rck%7E5dgqJHyV9NBLXk5yGKHqyxRRJDqyFEN8sWYBExwf3I25HJ9ZIJOjpGTMAgvxzQkhIXqx2lb2BE1epkjFdClM4vvfOZlnNKzf2p3X12Ty1gQ2cE7wZ5HZq0a0lmt6kF9kK8u175dXWje6xBh8N3oGFXvhqTwz66Ugy3i5Vfuh78z-ooc1pckVbtz%7E28mujqpaQG4Zl6K6reFQgG8nNs2eNs8w%7EV7QCbuqd0qIvWqWMcmRKucYsBPirQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 69c102a5e74dabdde0a743be04cd3595 PDF Text Text ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE Cambodian Classical & Folk Dance 1999 COMMEMORATIVE BOOK �lroui.s f;. IPWikell ~<U2uo 978-459-8359 Law Office of fJrnuis ~ .. ifask.ell &f6mu~m~~ eieumiitmVlems&~ 1f.neU'leire.s.J=fi~e i>op,.meeiqei1f!~u~ ·~~ sgm~a 9 'l#•1P••~~nnssjeus~ m~w"J~we~~a;etees36i &ru1ft-l§ftt'J6\1e~ru~~me&!n 0 ipfWnut 0 l1f11=~~ml • AUTO ACCIDENT •PERSONAL INJURY 0 ftl!Sle~.,. •IMMIGRATION 0 t..-.a:. 0 i!f1=fW~efll:fll.'lft 0 11fl1=fW~~· ""'"a-""I 0 &pfn~ ee ee •BANKRUPTCY •LEAD PAINT POISONING • FIRE and BURN CASES ms~ •H()MEtNVATIONandRAPE ftqft11H\l9!lUIJ~-l!ft,llftlS and MUCH MORE AS NEEDED &U&anngntnBUllllUlfU],081UUU AJll&anngn111nuu11ngnd,wm1u1all : - "'"' nu&e a SI o~ : 11'1 - 4sq - <J>sq * ~ : 11'1 - 4'1'1 - ~q :ia:::us lltCl.dd.J.eee:x s-cree~. X..Owell, :m:a. 0185:1. �TABLE OF CONTENTS I. II. Ill. IV. V. About the Angkor Dance Troupe A Unique Way to Reach Youth The Year in Pictures Inside Back Funders & Credits Directory of Advertisers Asian American Bank & Trust Anstiss & Company, P.C., CPA Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels Jane Benfey, Angkor Dance Troupe Colonial Gas Community Teamwork, Inc. Nina Coppens Donahue & Donahue, Attorneys, P.C. Eno, Boulay & Martin, LLP, Attorneys at Law Enterprise Bank & Trust Co. Outside Back Friends of the Ankgor Dance Troupe Thomas A. Golden, Jr., State Representative John J. Honan Insurance Agency Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union Haskell Law Offices Inside Front Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates Wayne Hayes, Lowell City Council Candidate John E. Leggat, Counselor at Law Dick Lepine Real Estate, Inc. Paul Marion and Rosemary Noon MassBank Steve Moses Kristina Niccoli Page One Productions Steve Panagiotakos Pelletier Brothers Garage Donald Pierson Louis L. Pinn Insurance Agency Jonathan Pulliam Saints Memorial Medical Center Nicholas C. Sarris, Inc. Linda Sllka, Ctr. for Family, Work, & Community Janice M. Stecchi Tim Chan Thou & Family Roland A. Turmaine, Attorney University of Massachusetts Lowell Bookstores Washington Savings Bank 1 - 17 20-24 26-34 Cover 17 27 38 35 25 29 32 28 17 5 Cover 9 22 27 Cover 13 25 11 21 3 33 27 32 36 33 23 34 23 37 31 11 35 8 18-19 30 30 11 �Special Thanks To Our Dedicated Staff & Board of Directors Chhan D. Touch, President Phousita S Huy, Artistic Director . Nissay Liek, Treasurer Tim Chan Thou, Troupe Coordinator Jane Benfey, Vice President Carole Mathews, Co-Secretary Ruth Page, General Manager Gloria Polites, Co-Secretary Jim Conlon Paul Marion Nina Coppens, Ph.D., R.N. Maureen Martin Saovary En Rady Mom Lynne Faust, LNP Khoeun Pring Samnang Hor Seng S Prum . Akara Im Sokhorn Sem Laurie Beth Kalb, Ph.D. Sopheap Sou Cassandra Keirstead Sokhoeum Sim, Instructor Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Troupe Advisor Phalla Lak, Instructor Phallik Ting, Instructor Sovann Thida Loeung, Instructor Kolab Yin, Costumer Also to: Thurman Prints Cambodian Women News UMass Lowell Bookstores I Barnes & Noble Lowell And to Our Funders: Massachusetts Cultural Council Theodore Edson Parker Foundation Lila Wall-Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program Lowell Cultural Council Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe Lowell Community Schools Lowell Police Department Nathaniel & Elizabeth P. Stevens Foundation Greater Lowell Community Foundation For more information regarding the Angkor Dance Troupe, please call or write: Angkor Dance Troupe P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 FAX: (978) 455-2454 http://civic.uml.edu/angkor �ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE ::c: z ~ ~ c 0 "C c .9 THE POWER OF ART & CULTURE: A COMMUNITY HEALS ITSELF The Angkor Dance was formed in 1986 by two dance instructors and a handful of dancers who learned traditional Cambodian dance in refugee camps along the Thai-Cambodian border. When we resettled in Lowell, we brought a passion to carry on our cherished traditions - to practice and perform, to teach others, and to see the art form preserved for future generations of all cultures. 1 �:i:: z .,,; 8 c: "' "' "' "' :i:: "' 0 IX) c: "' w "' ~ :J 0 u ~ .<= 0.. A classical dancer performs a ceremony in front of the Angkor Wat temple complex in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia. The Troupe takes its name from the great Angkor Civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD, when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia . Dance, music, and· drama :have always been prominent in Khmer society, but these ancient traditions were nearly wiped out when the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia in the 1970's. Artists were among those deliberately targeted for execution and more than 90% of the country's tradition bearers perished. Today as Cambodians in Lowell and elsewhere struggle to emerg'e from decades of war and poverty, our people look to the rebirth and re-creation of dance as testimony to the endurance of Cambodian culture.1 2 �The Angkor Dance Troupe plays an important role in Lowell. Greater Lowell is home to the second-largest community of Cambodian Americans in the country. Most residents are refugees who resettled here in the wake of the Khmer Rouge genocide. Cambodian dance performances provide a poignant reminder of the beauty and deep spirituality of Cambodian culture and help us develop a sense of home and community in our new homeland. While working in refugee camps during the 1980's, anthropologist Toni Shapiro observed that despite adverse conditions there was a passion to dance. "People who know only the rudiments of Khmer classical or folk dance movements taught others, and they staged small shows ... Wherever the Khmer were, some were dancing. In the camps along the Thai -Cambodian border, a war zone in 1983, dancers dodged artillery shells on the way to practice o r even during performances. Still they danced .. .And thousands showed up to watch, sometimes perching on bunkers to get a better view. " Happy New Year "!iiFi from Paul Marion & Rosemary Noon 3 2 �? A National Leader in Traditional Cambodian Dance The Angkor Dance Troupe is nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished and experienced Cambodian traditional arts ensembles performing today. The Troupe has appeared at numerous prestigious venues throughout the Northeast including First Night Boston, the National and Lowell Folk Festivals, the Berkshire Museum, Yale University, and the Merkin Concert Hall in New York City. The Troupe has participated in workshops at Jacob's Pillow and is listed on the New England Touring Roster. During 1998 alone, the Troupe appeared in 33 performances for combined audiences of more than 13,000 people. Troupe Artistic Director Phousita S. Huy is one of the world's mostrespected master teachers of Cambodian dance. Before joining the Troupe, she was a faculty member with the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, and she toured internationally as a principal with the Classical Dance Company of Cambodia. Troupe Coordinator and Founder Tim Chan Thou was certified as a teacher of Cambodian traditional dance at the Khao-1-Dang and Philippine Refugee Centers. 4 �T -- ENTERPRISE Gr BANK AND TRUST COMPANY ie~ Member A CERTIFIED SBA LENDER 0 LENDER FDIC ' m~ffi&\S;aj~~ Main Office and Trust Division 222 Merrimack Street • Lowell, MA 01852 • 978-459-9000 Branch Offices 674 Boston Road (Rte 3A) •Billerica, MA 01821 • 978-262-0123 185 Littleton Road (Rte 110) • Chelmsford, MA 01824 • 978-442-5588 1168 Lakeview Avenue• Dracut, MA 01826 • 978-957-5100 4 Central Street• Leominster, MA 01453 • 978-534-7400 910 Andover Street • Tewksbury, MA 01876 • 978-863-5500 Coming Soon: 23 7 Littleton Road, Westford Mortgage Lending Center 27 Palmer Street• Lowell, MA 01852 • 978-459-9000 The Troupe takes a bow after a peformance for Yale University in September 1998. 5 �lassical dance has been connected to the sacred rituals of Cambodia for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor civilization, dancers performed blessing ceremonies in temples to bring prosperity to the kingdom. Once the exclusive domain of royalty, classical dance is now performed for audiences everywhere. In classical dance, we see highly-stylized positions in concert with gentle movements. Gestures are strictly defined and distinguished by the intricacy of hand positions. Each gesture has a specific meaning, often relating to nature. For example "Lea" can denote a leaf, but it can also mean "to OP.en." (Right hand in photo.) Depending on its context within a can represent the leaf and its beauty or the opening of a hand or piece of paper. "Cheep" (left hand in photo) can symbolize a flower ..• or it can mean to fold into small pleats. 6 �,..,... hroughout Cambodia, after the harvest, it is time for I. music, son g, and dance. Folk dance is rooted in rural Cambod ia and depicts ritua ls of everyday vi ll ag e life. The dances honor skills that are t ypically undervalued in t he rush towa rd westernization, such as fishing and rice farming . Dance motifs are commonly based on local legends and inspired by themes of nature as well as the ceremonies, and customs that shape the lives of Cambodian people. Distinctive, colorfu l costumes represent the traditional dress and cloth worn the various regions and ethnic groups within Cambodia. Just as court dance is ruled by a strict form and a prescribed language of movement, folk dance is spontaneous, created for emotional expressions. folk Danell 7 �An Extensive Collection of Richly Detailed Costumes The Angkor Dance Troupe has assembled an extensive collection of richly-detailed, authentic costumes, dance materials, and artifacts. Much of the collection was created by master dancers and costumers from the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh. Preparing for a performance can take several hours. Many costumes are so intricate and close-fitting that dancers must be sewn into them before performances. Best Wishes from Dean Janice M. Stecchi College of Health Professions & Center for Health Promotion University of Massachusetts Lowell in anticipation of continued partnerships. 8 �Thomas A. Golden, Jr. ST ,\TE REPRl ·~ SE0:T , \Tl\ ' E 0 ~~e~~ ~·11'.gi~•l~t!m"'~"•'''"e-Sme~&e• Best Wishes to the Greater Lowell Cambodian Community and Congratulations to the 0 tfJfHmH~~ Angkor Dance Troupe! 9 �From One Generation to the Next - Carrying on the Tradition Members of the Troupe rehearse for several hours each week. The method of teaching is based on the traditional model - apprentices learn by watching, imitation, and hands-on assistance from teachers. At left, Master Phousita Huy helps apprentice Elizabeth Yim achieve the correct posture during a rehearsal in January 1998. In May, the 8-year old made her stage debut as "Sovann Macha," a challenging classical dance role, during a performance at Lowell's Robinson School. Right, Master Yorn Peng makes adjustments to Elizabeth's headdress before she takes the stage. LAST-MINUTE BACKSTAGE PREPARATIONS Ms. Huy gives lastminute instructions to dancers ready to perform the "Blessing Dance" at the University of Massachusetts Lowell in May. 10 �JOHN E. LEGGAT COUNSELOR AT LAW (978) 454-5654 FAX: (978) 452-5914 174 CENTRAL STREET LOWELL, MA 01852 87 Pevey Sueec Lowell Massachusetts 01851 Telep/Jone 508·458·9762 Fax 508·970·0717 Custom Building, Remodeling & Historic fuseroation Cabinetry &Mil/work -- ln98f!a51nfNf&Nf~&~ff!ft &~e/~~of/ ~Washington ~ Lowell SAVINGS BANK Tyngsboro Dracut 458-7999 275-6000 649-8000 30 Middlesex St. 100 Broadway Rd. 253 Middlmex Rd. Route 113 www.woshsovblc.com Mtne.rsoftk ~ 1t'f'j1 CD Mllwrb 11 ~MEMBER tUil FDIC/DF �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best The Ang ko r Dance Troupe teaches and performs a body of work from the Royal Un iversity of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, whi ch is con sidered the world 's cultural standard bearer for Cambodian trad it ional arts. Part of what distinguishes the Angkor Dance Troupe from other Cambodian dance ensembles is our ongoing program of cultural exchange with the international community of professional dance masters. The Troupe has worked with numerous master dancers and musicians over the years, most recently hosting three dance professors from the Royal University during 1998 through a project funded by the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program . Below right, visiting instructor Say to teach apprentices new scenes from the Cambodian Reimkee. Left, popular University of Fine Arts Instructor Sophea Sek with Troupe apprentice Sochenda Uch. 12 �Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates Chelmsford Serving the Chelmsford area for over 40 years. Offering the largest and most complete medical services in the area in one convenient location. On-site services include adult and pediatric primary care, surgery, and other specialities. en;snaiee Chelmsford ~9~0F&e5'55 tHUJ ruqp mCUtlfSm nfo ruBntain u8 cy\31 w t'llrurniani mamdittlfl a~~01 m mrutgna~ MJm riJ, ~a tQ\3, qp 1:m n8t3tt\f\38Jt9] n'1 228 Billerica Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 (978) 250-6000 msununltum fi1l t~19 8 On-site Khmer interpreter (978) 244-6667 13 �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best In the 12-year history of the Troupe, we have had the honor to work with a number of professional dance masters from the University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh and around the world. For their invaluable contribution to the preservation of Cambodian dance, we give them our thanks: The Esteemed Chea Samy Master, Royal University Chhieng Proeung Dean, Univ. of Fine Arts Ros Kong & Tes Sam Oeun Masters of Classical Dance Dr. Sam Ang Sam Master of Cambodian Music Chan Moly Sam Master of Court Dance Malis Keo Director, Univ. of Fine Arts Sokhanarith Moeur (Left) Professor of Folk Dance & Drama Phan Phoung Professor of Folk Dance (Choreographer, Coconut Shell Dance) 14 �Somaly Hay Master of Classical Dance 1 Savath Roeung (Center) Folk Dance Instructor with Tim Chan Thou (left) & Sokhoeum Sim Phousita Serey Huy Master of Classical Dance Sam On Soth Master of Classical Dance Drama Heang Nayto Folk Dance Instructor Phalla Lak Morris Folk Instructor Thavro Phim Folk/Giant/Monkey Instructor Song Heng Master Musician Khatna Peou Master of Classical Dance (With Grandson Tim Chan Thou & Family) Yom Peng Master of Classical Dance Sophea Sek Folk/Giant Instructor Say Soeur Monkey Instructor lath Sum Master Musician Not Pictured: Rachana Khiev, 15 Tonara Hing �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best Over the years, our active educational exchange with the Royal University of Fine Arts has helped us significantly expand our repertoire of classical and folk dance traditions. Today, the Angkor Dance Troupe performs a number of traditional dances rarely performed by U.S.based Troupes. A year-long 1998 residency with Sophea Sek and Say Soeur, below, and Yorn Peng, right, helped the Troupe add a number of dances to our performance repertoire including "Tbal Kdoeung," the Rice Harvesting dance, "Moni Mekhala & Ream Eyso," the Cambodian fable of thunder and lightning, "Peacock of Pursat," the "Preap Dance," "Swva Pol," and "Peacock of Pailin." Above, Royal University Dance Master Yorn Peng assists apprentice Kuntear Eng during a Troupe rehearsal. �In 1999, Connecticutbased Master teachers Sokhanarith Meour and Phan Phoung will hold a series of workshops on the "Chhay Yam" and other dances, through a project sponsored by the Lila Wallace Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program. ENO, BOULAY & MARTIN, LLP ATTORN EYS-:AT-LAW ARTHUR L. ENO. JR. SANDRA M. BOULAY WILLIAM F. MARTIN, JR. 134 Middle Street-Suite 300 • Lowell, MA 01852-1867 '/el fJlB-452-8902 Fax. fJlB-453-2585 "Congratulations and Best Wishes for Another Successful Year." ASIAN AMERICAN Phone: (617) 695-2800 BANK &. TRUST Boston • Somerville • Allston www.asianamericanbank.com COMPANY 68-Avmae, -....,MA 02111 The Bank That Serves AU Nations If you lack credit history but exhibit sound financial habits, we may be able to help you. Ask about our conventional and non-conforming mortgages. Please contact one of our friendly and knowledgeable ~ Loan Officers for further information. II All fo rms a"' in English. Translation assistance is availablt. MEMBER FDIC II 17 �~spite of the past tragedies in our homeland, you worked successfullly to restore and promote our treasured cultural arts, so they may be preserved and passed down to future generations. ~ct always dreamed that my daughters would dance for you, but that time never seemed right. Now, they are able to dance, but you are gone. Grandma, you have been my inspiration anct,my source of strength. - Tim Chan Thou (Left: Rotana & Linda Thou) 18 :r- �6Gm~GM:iemti5 Gm ~~~ 0 {/ ' r;f'/7~ / l" ~ ..J """"1------------~ 0 0 A 0 ~ts-~n-$-i~5-$-im 21 H~ Vn Although you are no longer with us, we know your spirit is still alive, guiding us to Nuth Kantya, Nou Bun Long &Family remember our heritage. Love & RM~ect alwayg, From: daughters, Families, Grandsons, and Granddaughters Sin Ny, Chum Chan Chhavy Chum Koev Amra Nuth Kantya & Nou Bun Long Long, Amrin, Amreth, Amrith, Among Lang Phann's family Hom Hun (Gary)'s Family Tim Chan Thou's Family 19 �A UNIQUE WAY TO REACH YOUTH A central component of the Troupe's mission is to provide positive cultural, recreational, and educational programming for youth. We have more than 40 students, ranging in age from 4 to 18, who rehearse together every week, perform on stage, and attend Troupe outings and events. Young people typically remain involved with the Troupe for at least four or five years, many even longer. Membership in the Troupe has always been free. Through interaction with dozens of inner-city youth over the years, the Angkor Dance Troupe has witnessed firsthand the value of culture-based arts programming in helping young people make constructive choices in their lives. We have had several students, for example, who were involved in gang activities when they first joined and who have since "disengaged" and are making remarkable progress in their academic and personal lives. Through their involvement in our program, young people develop a sense of discipline, self esteem, and a new-found respect for their heritage. In 1998, the Troupe launched Angkor Youth Dance, a very successful afterschool and summer youth program, with major funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative. The program is operated in conjunction with community agencies including: DSS, the ADAM project of Big Brother/Big Sister, UMass Lowell, the Lowell Police Department, Community Teamwork, and the Lowell Community Schools. Angkor Youth Dance Inaugural Performance at the E.N. Rogers Community School: Peter Veth and other youth perform the Pestle Dance. �DICK LEPINE REAL ESTATE, INC. 1333 LAKEVIEW AVENUE DRACUT, MASSACHUSETTS 01826 978-957-8200 RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT LAND ~U"5&19'}1S&"56Q"5f&"5f e) - ~ci!li t'fgfmst~f HAPPY NEW YEAR Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Jim Haley, Broker Voice Mail: 978-442-5831 Gary Caplice, Sales Rep. Voice Mail: 978-442-5827 Don McMeniman Sales Manager Voice Mail: 978-442-5829 Dick Morgan, Realtor Voice Mail: 978-442-5843 Nancy Prud'homme, Sales Rep. 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There is growing evidence that in-depth exposure to traditional culture makes a significant difference in the emotional adjustment of Lowell's Cambodian American youth. In Fractured Identities: Cambodia's Children of War, a book that chronicles the lives of Lowell's refugee children, authors Joan Ross and Jim Higgins write "the search for identity within a new culture has taken young people in more than one direction. The paths they have chosen seem to depend on the individual's depth of exposure to traditional Cambodian culture. " 3 f;\lj (•JI: f\IJ :!;1: Ci 3 15 ,. HOllAll IONll 0L DOWN 70 PAYMENT We Can Help! INSURANCE AGENCY 421 CHELMSFORD IT., LOWE.L (NEXT TO WENDrl) TEL. 454-0402 22 �louis l. Pinn Insurance Agencv mut1Ja111ntm0101iiirrtuwb01a1 rttwn g: ib rnruiQ.ntti tmbtnaq:lgtt\Jb"l Ctinirmnnnn tnu&ib~ wrnmrwngin'l)la (Registry Services) 9B tfJl l1Hi nft nlg nvrui 1319 Middlesex Street Lowell, MA 01851 (9181 452-4148 P ELLET I E R BRO S. 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It is a source of great pride for the young people involved and generates considerable respect from their peers. NEW CHOREOGRAPHY DEVELOPED DURING ANGKOR YOUTH DANCE PROGRAM Dancers in the Troupe's afterschool program experimented w ith new choreography during the Fall 1998 session of Angkor Youth Dance. They combined elements of the centuries-old "Monkey Dance " with acrobatic modern dance. The resulting dance, debuted at the Rogers Community School in lat e 1998, has been huge ly popular with audiences aro und the regi o n. �A tradition in the community since 1849. It has alway been the goa l of Colonial Gas Company to offer except iona l \·;1iue and superior service to our customers. To that end, we continuall y look for ways to impro\·c the way we do businc!>s - through the innO\·atiH' use of technology, by focusing on the needs of our customers, and by pa rt icipating in th e economic growth and welfa re of the communit ies we se r n~. 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Heller, CPA Telephone: (978) 452-2500 Fax: (978) 458-0425 6J"Lur.igo1inr11~A1wauillg1unu1111Gl11 Steve Moses & The Center for Health Promotion University of Ma~sachusetts Lowell extend sincere best wishes to the Angkor D~ce Troupe 27 �Linda Thou and Sophea Sek perform "Peacock of Pailin" during a performance for Yale University in September 1998. Donahue & Donahue Attorneys, P.C. Since 1887 Excellence in the Practice of Law Civil, Commercial and Criminal Trials Personal Injury, Medical Negligence and Defective Product Actions Business and Corporate Law Real Estate Transactions Employment Practices Environmental Law & Land Use Management 978-458-6887 21 George Street Lowell, MA 01852-2283 28 �Building a Better Community Every Day ts~e6'sftue~~-m~1esueru-i.;&~ 167 Dutton St. Lowell, Massachusetts 01852 (978) 459-0551 Visit us at www.comteam.org Congratulations Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. " tl!ll tl!ll ~Ufd&l9f!9Sild6ftldfifdf 0 t'ffDf~ff~f 29 �In 1998, the Angkor Dance Troupe became one of the first U.S.-based dance ensembles to perform " Thal Kdoeung," a folk dance about rice harvesting. COMPETENT SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST 22 Years of Experience DIVORCE LAW .PERSONAL INJURY LAW ATTORNEY ROLAND A. TURMAINE 250-4980 University of Massachusetts Lowell Bookstores North Campus South Campus Downtown 934-2623 934-6908 458-3939 Serving all of your on-campus and general reading needs throughout Greater Lowell. Best ofLuck Angkor Dance Troupe! 30 �Best Wishes to the Angkor Dance Troupe and the Greater Lowell Cambodian Community Saints Memorial Medical Center Quality Care You Can Count On! ~ tt~t fJ SAINTS MEMORIAL _.. MEDICAL CENTER Yours for life 31 �Master performers Sokhanarith Moeur (left) and Thavro Phim take flight in the "Peacock of Pailin" at the Lowell Folk Festival, July 1998. (Andrew Page Photograph) Angkor Dance Troupe Thank you for sharing the beauty of your culture! Nina Coppens, PhD, RN Director of the Baccalaureate Nursing Program University of Massachusetts Lowell 32 �Best Wishes to the Cambodian Community from STATE SENATOR Steven C. Panagiotakos Heng Noeuk (right) and Samnang Hor perform "Hanuman & Sovann Macha" for Needham Elementary School Students in January 1999. CALL US FOR A MORTGAGE 978-446-9200 781-662-0100 33 �Sopheap Sou (left) and Chansarim Sreng perform the "Fan Dance" at the Lowell Folk Festival, July 1998. &aw~ to #t A~~T!WUft Donald E. Pierson Dean, College of Education University of Massachusetts Lowell 34 �We sa{ute tfie youtfi of tfie :Angkor 'Dance Trouye antf tfie River :Ambassadors Program for enricfiing tfie fives of a{{ in our community. ; Linda Silka, Director, Center for Family, Work, and Community at UMass Lowell Jane Benfey, Vice President Boa.rd of Directors, Angkor Dance Troupe 35 �PAGE ONE PRODUCTIONS Film & Video · Advertising • Multimedia • Design 80 Aberdeen Street • Lowell, MA 018 50 (978) 441 1750 • FAX (978) 937 9419 E-mail : pageone@mediaone.net PAGE ONE PRODUCTIONS is proud to support the Angkor Dance Troupe. 36 �Two of the Troupe 's Rising Young Apprentices: Krisna Thou and Diane Pulliam Bringing Cambodian Classical and Folk D~nce to Lowell Best Wishes to the Cambodian Community from Jonathan A. Pulliam �Congratulations to our Role Models! Pov Sath 1996 Khoeun Pring 1998 Andeth Vann 1995 Sopor Vann 1994 Rothana Yok 1998 Akara Im 1997 Samnang Hor & Sopheap Sou Thou 1999 Best Wishes from Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels �The Angkor Dance Troupe is funded in part by: MAsSACHUSETTS CULTURAL COUNCIL A state agency that supports public programs in the arts, humanities. and sciences THEODORE EDSON PARKER FOUNDATION Nathaniel and Elizabeth P. Stevens Foundation The Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program. administered by the Fund for Folk Culture and underwritten by the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Fund. Lowell Cultural Council Lowell Community Schools Program Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe Lowell Police Department Greater Lowell Community Foundation Publication produced by Page One Productions Printing by Thurman Prints Photo Credits: Kevin Harkins, Andrew Page, Higgins & Ross, Tim Chan Thou, Toni Shapiro, Eileen Blumenthal, Eleanor Briggs, Ruth Page Translation Services: Nissay Liek Sources: Dance and the Spirit of Cambodia. Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Cornell University, 1994 "Cambodia's Royal Dance," Eileen Blumenthal, Natural History, 4/89 Khmer Folk Dance, Sam-Ang Sam & Chan Moly Sam, Khmer Studies Institute Inc., 1987 Khmer Songbook, Forward by Sophiline Cheam Shapiro, 1992 Classical Dance Company of Cambodia, 1990 U.S. Tour Book "An Introduction to Khmer Traditional Dance," Huy Serey Phousita, Seoul, 1995 ' "The Dancer in Cambodia," Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Asian Art & Culture, Arthur M. Sack/er Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Winter 1995 Southeast Asia Today, Oxford University Press 2 "Dance and the Spirit of Cambodia, "Toni Shapiro, Ph .D. Cornell University, 1994 .i fractured identities Cambodia's Children of War, James Higgins & Joan Ross, Loom Press, 1997 For more information, please call or write: Angkor Dance Troupe P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 FAX: (978) 455-2454 http://civic.uml.edu/angkor �FRIENDS OF THE ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE The Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe•• is a fund-raising membership drive to support the Troupe•s important work with at-risk youth. Donations to date have exceeded $4.500! 11 Thank you to the many concerned citizens and organizations who have joined the ••friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe:•• Major Program Sponsors ($1000 & above) Eleanor Briggs The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation Contributing Sponsors ($500 - 999) Jane & Tom Benfey Community Leaders ($150 - 499) Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels Jonathan and Diane Pullman Janet Gardner Nancy Donahue St. Joseph the Worker Shrine Louis L. Pinn Insurance Agency � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1999 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 44 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f09_i003 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 1990-1999 Books Cambodian Classical Dance Cambodian Folk Dance Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/9d8843371dd1bb504d874dacb9f37a71.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=VCl-GRPYVEph3IcZhxycOqrR9VA3h-OUd7wezh8Lb1uDCU5mYXZItHc7S6b29H1iYNyWSNbf5eX6HLwg3HfrsRwll8rka6E4OGlNOolu0oMoFLhlPTqK62DSN4ERtT6afFH35tUsAXwXLyZJLjP8jb3DHu45tHHG8lC0wMUzgHMkiwbap7D9Y68VNTFnMUY-BuUF4cAOVo72pdDMkj4PNgIR55xCj0A6dQLcKpc0D%7EV2Ez4G2FlH3mUSI-vFS51GL8ndWHorPDZlf3CLBnGM6R9REtGKJwndbAivI7GPtOTKmSacwrjThy5zo74YihSuiwfFQxhwzNWCysqfaA0tMA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 182fd841aab1b987aefe2edcdd2e0e2a PDF Text Text Cambodian C:la~~ical and Folk 'Dance. . 1998 Commemorative Book �Thomas A. Golden, Jr. State Representative 0 ~~e~~ ~•tp,gj,ulwi!mfd~ftUe&!ffe7UJ8~6Sf Best Wishes to the Greater Lowell Cambodian Community and Congratulations to 0 t5ffSf S.'Uf~f The Angkor Dance Troupe! �Table of Contents I. II. II. About the Angkor Dance Troupe 1 - 17 Dance Descriptions 18 - 37 Directory of Advertisers Asian American Bank & Trust 35 12 Anstiss & Company Bargain Rent A Car 21 Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels 25 Bratton Law Offices 36 28 Eleanor Briggs 10 Cobblestones 23 Colonial Gas James L. Cooney 16 Nina Coppens 32 Donahue & Donahue, Attorneys, P.C. 27 Dutton Street Auto Works 9 Enterprise Bank & Trust Co. 7 Freedom Auto Sales Inside back cover Thomas A. Golden, Jr. Inside front cover 20 John H. Honan Insurance Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union 17 Daniel P. Leahy, Esquire 12 Lowell Community Health Center 34 Lowell General Hospital 27 Lowell Telecommunications Corp. 37 Marcotte Law Firm 15 & Back cover Paul Marion and Rosemary Noon 2 Steve Moses 17 Kevin Murphy 29 Steve Panagiotakos 33 Don Pierson 14 Louis L. Pinn Insurance 18 Safeway Insurance 6 Sagendorf I Taupier Consulting 30 Saints Memorial Hospital 19 Marina & Peter Schell 6 Janice M. Stecchi 3 Trinity Ambulance 31 University of Massachusetts Lowell 11 University of Massachusetts Lowell Bookstores 24 Visiting Nurse Association of Greater Lowell 26 Washington Savings Bank 10 WLLH 37 �Special Thanks To Our Dedicated Staff & Board of Directors Chhan D. Touch, President Phousita S Huy, Artistic Director . Nissay Liek, Treasurer Tim Chan Thou, Troupe Coordinator Carol Keirstead, Vice President Carole Matthews, Co-Secretary Ruth Page, General Manager Gloria Polites, Co-Secretary Jane Benfey Paul Marion Nina Coppens, Ph.D., R.N. George Chigas Maureen Martin Laurie Beth Kalb, Ph.D. Lynne Faust, LNP Sokhorn Sem Maria Cunha Rothana Yak, Role Model Akara Im, Role Model Sokhoeum Sim, Instructor Khoeun Pring, Role Model Phalik Ting, Instructor Soy Soeur, Artist-in Residence Sophea Sek, Artist-in-Residence Yorn Peng, Artist-in-Residence Also to: Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Troupe Advisor Ann Bartholomew Pare Kaplov, WLLH Cambodian Access Television Thurman Prints Khmer American Times Lowell Showcase Cinema Goodyear Auto Service Center Cheryl Liebling UMass Lowell Student Info. Centers and Cambodian Student Assoc. Pat Desmaris, Middlesex Community College UMass Lowell Bookstores/ Barnes & Noble Lowell Publication designed by Page One Productions Sources: "Cambodia's Royal Dance," by Eileen Blumenthal, Natural History 4/89 Khmer Folk Dance by Sam-Ang S & Chan Moly Sam, Khmer Studies Institute Inc., 1987 am Khmer Songbook, Forward by Sophiline Cheam Shapiro, 1992 The Classical Dance Company of Cambodia, Sam-Ang Sam, Music Director "An Introduction to Khmer Traditional Dance" by Huy Serey Phousita, Seoul, 1995 Photo Credits: Tim Chan Thou, Toni Shapiro, Eileen Blumenthal, Ruth Page, Rothana Yok Ann Bartholomew, Eleanor Briggs, Carol Bond, Kevin Harkins Translation Services: Nissay Liek & Tim Chan Thou, If you are interested in booking the Angkor Dance Troupe, please call: (978) 441-9277 FAX: (978) 937-9419 �History and Background Like all traditional arts, Cambodian dance has been been handed from one generation to the next. Since the great Angkor Era, Cambodian dancers have preserved, cherished, and celebrated their art. S The Angkor Dance Troupe was founded in Lowell, MA in 1986 by ince the Angkor Era, Cambodian dancers two teachers and a handful of have preserved, dancers who learned traditional cherished, and dance in refugee camps along the celebrated their art. Thai-Cambodian border. Between 1975 and 1979, when Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge controlled Cambodia, more than 90% of the country's perished or fled. It was in the camps and later in places like Lowell and at the University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh that traditional Cambodian dance was painstakingly resurrected. Today, dance has become one of the primary ways that Cambodians, split by politics and war, identify a common culture. For the people of Cambodia, art is the core of life, combining entertainment, tradition, religion, and social cohesion . Wherever Cambodians live, so do the traditions of practicing, performing, and passing on the culture. 1 �A Leader in Traditional Cambodian Dance The Angkor Dance Troupe is nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished and experienced Cambodian traditional arts ensembles performing today. The Troupe develops and teaches the traditions of Cambodian performing arts, promotes an understanding and appreciation of Cambodian cu lture, and provides a positive social, cu ltural, and recreational outlet for Cambodian youth. The Angkor Dance Troupe is routinely invited to perform at presti- ' gious events such as Boston's First Night celebration and the Lowell Folk Festival. The Troupe has participated in workshops at Jacob's Pillow and is listed on the New England States Touring Roster Congratulations to Lowell's nationally recognized Dance Troupe! ~ ~ ~ ' 0 ~ij~G~e~ oG~S~~iG~itruffiiji~ff~i PAUL MARION & ROSEMARY NOON 2 �The Angkor Dance Troupe is recognized througout the country ilS a leading Cambodian Classical. and Folk Dance Ensemble. Above, members perform in a special ceremony at the Masuchusetts ~tate House in March 1998. The Troupe's artistic director, Phousita S. Huy, is one of the mostrespected master teachers of Cambodian dance in the U.S. and is recognized internationally. She is a recently-emigrated teacher and star performer from the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, considered the world's artistic standard bearer for Cambodian performing arts. Troupe coordinator and cofounder Tim Chan Thou was trained and certified as a teacher of Cambodian traditional dance at the Khao-1-Dang and Philippine Refugee Centers. Best Wishes from Dean Janice M. Stecchi College of Health Professions & Center for Health Promotion University of Massachusetts Lowell in anticipation of continued partnerships. 3 �I /1 lassical dance has been connected to the sacred rituals of l,; Cambodia for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor civilization, dancers performed ceremonies in temples to bring prosperity to the kingdom. Once the exclusive domain of royalty, classical dance is now performed for audiences everywhere. In classical dance, we see highly-stylized positions in concert with gentle movements. Gestures are strictly defined and distinguished by the intricacy of hand positions. Each of these gestures has a specific meaning, often relating to nature. For example "Lea" can denote a leaf, but it can also mean •' "to open." (See right hand in photo below.) Depending on its context within the dance, Lea can represent its beauty or the opening of a hand or a piece of paper. "Cheep" (left hand in photo) can symbolize a flower or it can mean to fold into small pleats. 4 the leaf and �T hroughout Cambodia, after the harvest, it is time for music, song, and dance. Folk dance is rooted in rural Cambodia and depicts rituals of everyday village life, such as fishing and rice farming, that are typically undervalued in the rush toward westernization. Dance motifs are commonly based on local legends and inspired by themes of nature as well as the ceremonies and customs that shape the lives of Cambodian people. Distinctive, colorful costumes represent the traditional dress of peoples from the various regions and ethnic groups within Cambodia. Just as court dance is ruled by a strict form and a prescribed language of movement, folk dance is spontaneous, created for emotional expressions. ~alkD11nes 5 �G~~ f;;;;1 " Gij SAFEWAY INSURANCE AGENCY L',a-r.nscdJ~msmrt~11mmnri1~ mm1fiws fffi fi: mnJfr:lnff Af3Jflf;/ sJ:5 difi n IJIJ e,,- l,4 -. 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Former State Senator Al o $i~~~~8~~~~ Massachusetts mianmwrt:.i~f.flSfJnr:lS1f!JffJIU rSefjdrimnn{!n !Jid,[Jn'1 Mf!f711'i9~ £InHMWths u "" Put His Experience to Work For You 459-0181 10 Bridge Street, Lowell Anstiss & Co., P.C. Certified Public Accountants 2 1 George Street Lowell, MA 01852 Raymond L. Anstiss, CPA, M BA Richard B. Dionne, C PA, MST Raymond L. Anstiss, Jr., CPA, MBA ]acnes G. Heller, CPA Telephone: (978) 452-2500 Fax: (978) 458-0425 A FULL SERVICE FIRM PROUDLY SERVING THE GREATER LOWELL COMMUNITY FOR MORE THAN 30 YEA RS 12 �Royal Univeristy of Fine Arts Dance Masters Sophea Sek, Yorn Peng, and Say Soeur arrived in the United States in early 1998 and will teach and perform with the Angkor Dance Troupe throughout the year. 1998 Masters of Cambodian Dance Project In 1998, the Angkor Dance Troupe hosted three internationally-recognized dance masters from Phnom P enh, Cambodia. The th ree will teach and perform with the Troupe as part of an ·' apprenticeship program funded by the Lila WallaceReader's Digest Community Folklife Program. Right, Ms. Yorn Peng instructs apprentice Linda Thou during a Troupe rehearsal. 13 �1998 Masters of Cambodian Dance Project Esteemed Dance Master Yorn Peng demonstrated the "Giant" classical dance role during a workshop at Middlesex Community College as part of 1998 Lowell Women's Week. Below, Ms. Yorn taught the traditional Roam Vong circle dance to students at the Lowell Demonstration School during a Cambodian New Year celebration. Donald E. Pierson, Dean College of Education University of Massachusetts Lowell 14 �Marcotte Law Firm 45 Merrimack Street, 4th Floor Lowell, MA 01852 . . • Workman's Compensation • Personal Injury . • Auto Accident • Divorce • Business Law • Wills & Trust • Real Estate Ir (978) 15 458-1229 �1998 Masters of Cambodian Dance Project t/111 , es 1Jli~ft!!ftUfe&~m f~m&~ft!ftieu~,J Small Enough to Know You Large Enough to Serve You rn' James L. Cooney Agencies Insurance Real Estate 32 Church Street• Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 459-05, 5 (978) 452-9952 0 16 . �0 JEANNE 1 D ARc CREDIT UN10N @ MSIC;NCUA LOWELL • BILLERICA • CHELMSFORD • DRACUT 0uNsT ASL£ • TEWkSIIURY • TYNG80i10 • Prl.}WA, NH PEPPERELL • WEsTfoeo • W11.MNGTON • Hu050N, NH Best Wishes For A Successful Yearl ,. I 6 58 Mer rimack St,Lowell 1345 L akeview Ave,Dracut (978) 452-5001 All Loc,1tions Left, Dance Master Sophea Sek assists apprentice Tola Sok, 15, in perfecting a hand gesture during a Troupe rehearsal. Right, Master Say Soeur with one of his proteges, 13-year old Samnang Hor. Mr. Say is a widely-respected teacher of the Monkey, a spirited and lively classical dance role that is hugely popular at performances. Samnang apprenticed under Say during a 1996 residency and now performs the role for audiences around New England. 6JUL UM§a1inHl&UtdtJJflUa1fg1,siu111-vr1, Steve Moses & The Center for Health Promotion University of Massachusetts Lowell extend sincere best wishes to the Angkor Dance Troupe 17 �The Blessing Dance The Blessing Dance was traditionally performed in the Cambodian royal palace to eliminate bad spirits and bless the royal kingdom. Today the blessing dance is performed at the beginning of performances of all types. It is a dance of greetings and good wishes. During the performance, dancers come forward and sprinkle flower petals toward the audience. This is done in the hope of bringing prosperity, peace, and good health to everyone in attendance in accordance with Cambodian tradition. (Above, Troupe members perform the Blessing Dance at the 1997 Southeast Asian Water Festival in Lowell.) Insurance Agency Louis L. Pinn LfJfff1J,S~Fi~11mmnd1~ n:JfoJITTiSU@ nrMrs:f1Jid!Ji1zfi ~m1mm~Mfilif:fls , tf1WfJ[,t:idf:f8 cytJmn mMdnJt rt:irnf!ls §~mr.ffelc; Afff@?Fi@~ffHMwms tJ r::1 r 1319 Middlesex Street Lowell, MA O1851 ~ (978) 452 -4748 I ~ Fax (978) 452-4754 O a Cl I CM Q .,J _§f:fliSfJf!MqJ1W1n17WM7Af rmwfj7iSHffbJ]AfMJ:f~1ff1,S , eJc;rmWfj7iSHf'1-.{!fifmif'Jb})§lJ'j~[}JfiMriS:'1 u 18 �Saints Memorial Medical Center Best Wishes to the Greater Lowell Cambodian Community "U1J5Nij~ffWf!mN~BSUe6§f6eifflS5\16@H i tt~t fJ _. . r SAINTS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER Yours for life ' 19 �The Coconut Shell Dance Coconut trees are a main agricultural resource in Cambodia. They provide sustenance to Khmer farmers and are abundant in villages. The dance was inspired by a popular game that used coconut shells. The game was played during all kinds of ceremonies, but most often during weddings, engagements, and when the groom was escorted in a procession to the bride's house. In its original form, it was a one-man show. In the modern-day dance, an equal number of male and female dancers performs the dance, signifying friendship and courtship. t;\•; l•1 t: Fi 1l ;t;1: ti 4 ol0 '/~ 1O OFF oooDF8R1veRs NO CLUB MEMBERSHIP NEEDED ,ONN ,. HONAN INSURANCE AGENCY 421 CHELMSFORD IT., LOWELL (NEXT TO WENDrl) TEL. 454-0402 20 �BARGAIN RENT•A•CAR DEUVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE W. IAft YOU IIONEY RIGHT FRON THE STARTI tow RATES -STARTING AS tow &i $15.H A DAY! .L TRANSPOlffATl)N SEIMCES AVMABU FOR HANDICAPPED, TBIPOIWIL.Y 0OtSMUD, B.DERLY OR IMA8l.f TO ORM YOURSELF. EB 111 970-5500 794-9988 BARGAIN RENT•A·CAR DEUVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE 21 �After countless hours of practice, Angkor Dance Troupe apprentices Choumnith Sath, 11, and Samnang Hor, 13, · mastered the skills to perform the challenging classical dance "Hanuman and Sovann Macha." Above the pair dazzled an audience in Cambridge during a performance .n January 1998. i 22 �Hanuman and Sovann Macha Hanuman & Sovann Macha (The White Monkey and the Golden Mermaid) depicts a scene from the Reamker, Cambodia's version of the Hindu epic Ramayana. Before this episode begins, the Queen was captured and taken to the kingdom of Lanka far out at sea. King Ream calls on a famous army general named Hanuman to help him rescue the queen. Hanuman is a white monkey and in Cambodian legend, white monkey warriors always fight evil. Hanuman sets about to build a bridge across the ocean to reach the Queen. But as fast as he and his army of monkeys pile up stones for the bridge, the stones mysteriously disappear. In the scene depicted in this dance, the white monkey dives into the sea to investigate. What he discovers is that a school of fish, led by a golden mermaid named Sovann Macha, has been carrying off the stones. Hanuman confronts the beautiful troublesome mermaid - at the same time he can't help but be dazzled by her beauty and falls in love. And while she initially resists, Hanuman eventually wins her over as his partner in the fight against evil. A tradition in the community since 1849. It has alwa ys been the goal of Colonial Gas Compa ny to offer exceptional val ue and superior sen·ice to our customers. To that end, \\'C' continually look for \\'ays to irnp rove the way we do business - through th C' innovati ve use of technology, by focusing on the needs of our customers, and by partici pating in tlw economic growth anct welfare of the communities we serve. 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(From the Classical Dance Company of Cambodia 1990 Tour) The Peacock of Pursat This dance originated in the Pursat provide of Cambodia where people of the Cardamom Mountain region performed dances for the spirits before going on trips to pick cardamom (a spice from the ginger family). Cambodia's lush tropical forests are home to a large variety of animals and birds, including numerous peacocks and peahens. Their fabulous green and black tail feathers bear the stamp of nobility. During the Peacock of Pursat dance, performers wearing headgear of peacock feathers represent pairs of peafowl as they play in the forest and float on the mountain breezes. University of Massachusetts Lowell Bookstores 934-2623 934-6908 458-3939 North Campus South Campus Downtown Serving all ofyour on-campus and general reading needs throughout Greater Lowell. Best ofLuck Angkor Dance Troupe! 24 �Congratulations to our Role Models! Pov Sath 1996 Khoeun Pring 1998 Andeth Vann 1995 Sopor Vann 1994 Rothana Yok 1998 Akara Im 1997 Troupe apprentices who prove through their attendance, commitment, and contribution that they are dedicated students of Cambodian dance are awarded the position of "role models." hl'tHujtfil ji3 u ru rd hl'ifi jjgi .el Hn5{i3 ru~ lilfi ;J''u ij~~fiffift tfl~UTlfij~ i.eiyl~'b~~M!j ~\yi3 ill fi5 hlJ~ ~ ~ttfil liltffililt~ jfil't39 Congratulations and Best Wishes from Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels 25 �The Angkor Dance Troupe at FirstNight Boston, 1997 From left Chhan D. Touch, Khoeun Pring, Phalik Ting, George Chigas, Thida Loeung, Linda Thou, Sochenda Uch, Vanlina Im, Rothana Yok, Pov Sath, Boo Ouch,Rotana Thou, Vanrotha Im, Sophannary Khem, Sophannarin Khem, Harlen Hor, Soparl Ngin, Samnang Hor, Akara Im, Andeth Vann, Phousita Serey Huy, Chenda Ty, Sarith Heng, Sokhoeum Sim, Maliny Pen, Maliny Khem, Elizabeth Yim, Choumnith Sath. 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This dance praises the mercy and love of the king toward ordinary people. It is an elegant and joyful dance that asks the gods to bless his majesty, the king, with long life and good health. Sagendorf/ Taupier Consulting, Inc. Real Estate Sales & Consulting 11 East Merrimack Street lowell, Ill 01852 1918) 931-5000 30 �Compliments of ..... .~ · .... ··•· Lowell's Emergency Service nff7 ru-Af3m Cl rfH:frlis Cl LIi I LJ' I s~ms1l!nHndZ 1221 Westford Street Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 441-9999 31 C::. �The Fishing Dance There is a saying in Cambodia "Where there is water, there are fish. " The Fishing Dance demonstrates two of the traditional methods of catching fish, using bamboo baskets, called chhneang, and angrut, which are braided bell-shaped traps for catching larger fish in shallow water. Love and romance are favorite themes in folk dances. In traditional Cambodian society, young people are carefully watched and don't have many opportunities to get to know one another. But the fishing quarter is one place they had the chance to meet. The Fishing Dance shows how young people balance custom and courtship by the river's edge. Angkor Dance Troupe thank you for sharing the beauty of your culture! Nina Coppens, PhD, RN Director of the Baccalaureate Nursing Program University of Massachusetts Lowell 32 �-c,J Q I m, W7 rowqpu AfilM?fJ • ..., no, Happy New Year and Best Wishes to the Cambodian Community from ". S TATE S EN AT O R Steven C. Panagiotakos 33 �Lowell Community Health Center 5 8 5 Merrimack Street Lowell, MA 01854 (978) 937-6100 aqJtHtQ ru'43Ml tl 0Lrytl ffjtl n'J~ ill~f n uttHcil~rnifti rume rugM: g tuuirrt~ntdrfU1 '43m n fH1rn1m ti Hf!, aqJt:r(4l ruruetrttutl§ iie moufitMO!fMd!ftftJW rn1:uune1 gt 01: metmnutl yi!s ai s tm n ff t fil ru, u6 o di d d di I t t ct truomstttrtlnt1tn9Jgoo1: ...,. Hiqpmru~mr ...,. t'tltflf1tcilaislgm1: ...,. auHgnogmfiM ...,. nt1frfa1rnrust1mi ...,. ffi89fitttrlaf! ...,. M"t:rng ...,. airHgnonnHltnl1 ...,. mrtm18 MlIITT~ ttirbmaqgrun8W1U1d1nHuU Spanish, PortugueseJ§t 8bCUlt1 34 �TbalKdoeung Tbal Kdoeung comes from the northern part of Cambodia. It demonstrates how Khmer famrers process rice after it has been brought in from the fields - breaking the rice chaff with wooden mallets and winnowing or separating the rice from the chaff by rotating it in flat baskets. The Preap (White Dove) Dance In Cambodia, the dove represents peace, as it does in many parts of the world. Preap is a dance to discourage war and the atrocities of war and to celebrate peace and harmony among all people. ASIAN AMERICAN BANK&. TRUST COMPANY 68 Harrison Avenue, Boston MA 02111 ~ ,:::J 0 mmen mG\S mGu1me ~ mmmrt.i~mMmBnr[fflff FDIC s~@~ru-rmwjs~t:nfffj[lfftvsjri~rt11 v I Affffi?fi@~fffi HAfWt:nf:J u c:, For more information, please contact one of our friendly and knowledgeable loan officers at (617) 695-2800. @ -LENDER 35 �In January 1998, Troupe members performed at NewTV in Newton in a television program for deaf children. Below, visiting Masters Sophea Sek, Yorn Peng, and Say Souer were interviewed for a Khmer television show in Lowell. Bratton La"W" Offices 226 Central Street Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 452-7100 Personal Injury, Auto Accidents, Criminal Defense 36 �The Troupe presented a spirited "Trod Dance" at the Temple for Cambodian New Year in 1998, marking the first time the traditional folk procession had ever been performed in Greater Lowell. 4••"fd1•ag•A11J1n&iiprfaans1n1!.ef,anncnn•!l1'1 ,lhlOjaJsafmnrflamAnigsq111seqa lt1tiiaf•'1•1Uinl1Vfd'9h auhaffo,eh • aztr91ff&fl&fflaJ8 ls:lld-lllcoo aztr•ldJtml4J•amn•ll"ID' irltiiOd'flB 99 'flBQflffllldJ&igf'1 1400AM WLLH Lh:ten to the "Voice of Cambodia" [very ~unday Noon - 8:00 ~.m. 37 �The Chhay Yam The Ch hay Yam is a comic country dance. After the harvest, Khmer farmers gather in ceremonies and festivals to celebrate. The Chhay Yam is performed to enliven and add levity to these celebrations. Its exciting rhythm and lively "call and response" singing encourages the dancers to improvise their steps and gestures. The Angkor Dance Troupe is funded in part by: The Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Community Folklife Program, administered by the Fund for Folk Culture and underwritten by the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Fund. liill MASSACHUSETTS CULTURAL COUNCIL A state agency that supports public programs in the arts, humanities, and sciences. THEODORE EDSON PARKER FOUNDATION Nathaniel and Elizabeth P. Stevens Foundation Lowell Cultural Council with funds from the Massachusetts Cultural Council �Mike Ballas' 1600 Middlesex Street, Lowell, MA 0 1851 Telephone: 978-934-8855 Fax: 978-934-8866 website: www.ballos.com/freedom s ~ ~ ~ o/fPze-(J(Q«e4 ~ & ~ uiia & ~ ad ~ Lowell's Cambodian Community & the Angkor Dance Troupe! Finance Plans Available For Everyone & ~ 0«1r- ~ Olte ~ at a tifflel �~uu,C5g~s~wt:ru,,.;~~u~a,SGe1~f:SSUitif ti Marcotte Law Firm 45 Merrimack Street, 4th Floor Lowell, MA 01852 • Workman's Compensation • Personal Injury • Auto Accident • Divorce • Business Law • Wills & Trust • Real Estate if (978) 458-1229 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. 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It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 44 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f09_i002 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 1990-1999 Books Cambodian Classical Dance Cambodian Folk Dance Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/19da85c5fb33805db8ad6839e2c6a38e.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=eaEZouKA4D2OzYqK9Qxd0MdZWiowu3BYHnKJG%7Ed766fVw68DnSWv31cvjeEls0O%7EwYlwX4wQOWl3WW-QvXwzKLkFGYzbjvIffXQVCButs-cSeDTB3nVv02DZ41mxuFTWpHnzbPe6nHSmwv%7ExSbzdmrPTqCOf0YcBo1BANISDyzocsmSRuL5JatOCI5EJR7xxRkq5LgcYNvcmyScmUmMada05mtx3v6F42xY0Thn8B9X2wnAubNm%7EncCeFCah2bCHrR6HJPJCb9%7EzAFkFsEPUGloqgzgCZ0NXqWWcLlyoogrzurML9RzKZR9lNi3QA7B57%7E-9xXDh5A0gWGWSP%7EhMkw__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 023def2a8d0d3a3a42456fc494e92e55 PDF Text Text 1986-2001 15TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE BOOK �AUTO ACCIDENTS ' d &~m:~~ftG~Gf~ • d PERSONAL INJURY i~m:!~nenesilQ WORK INJURY i~m:~~fini!esim• DIVORCE C) BANKRUPTCY f\lWSe BUSINESS LAW e~em~~"! CRIMINAL LAW ~snsi~"~1!5E"! 0 C) - IMMIGRATION f!~rug~ " mfw~ruW5c!J5 A " ' PALMA LAW OFFICES, P.C. 45 MERRIMACK STREET, SUITE 330 LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS 01852 (978} 970-2211 �TABLE OF CONTENTS I. II. Ill. IV. V. About the Angkor Dance Troupe 3 - 45 How to Contact the Angkor Dance Troupe Inside Back Cover Angkor Dance Troupe Funders 2 How to Make a Donation 48 Directory of Advertisers 41 Anne Sullivan Early Intervention Center Anstiss & Company, P.C. 29 Asian American Bank 13 Paul A. Balakin Insurance 12 Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels 20 Big Brothers Big Sisters of G. L. 18 Casey Family Services 44 Lyla Chea & Family 9 37 Community Teamwork, Inc. Nina Coppens, UMass Lowell 16 Dolan Funeral Home 26 Nancy & Richard Donahue 4 James Doyle, Esquire 6 Eliot Church 39 Eno, Boulay & Martin, LLP. Attorneys 47 Enterprise Bank & Trust Co. 7 FamCam 14 Friends of the Ankgor Dance Troupe 35 Thomas Golden, State Representative 46 Walter Halvorsen & Beth Kanter 8 Haskell Law Firm 40 Healthland 33 John J. Honan Insurance 39 HRH - One Stop Insurance 8 15 Human Services Corporation Joseph's Coat 15 Carol & Cassandra Keirstead 5 43 Khemara Restaurant Dick Lepine Real Estate 29 Loom Press 28 Lowell Community Health Center 38 Lowell Spinners 19 Bonna Mai & Family 3 Paul Marion and Rosemary Noon 2 MassBank 22 Armand P. Mercier, Lowell City Councilor 31 Mill City Management 23 Mom's Therapy 36 Steve Moses, UMass Lowell 32 Navy Yard Liquors 35 Vesna Noun 24 O'Donnell Funeral Home 30 Andrew Page, Photographer 47 Palma Law Offices Inside Front Cover Steve Panagiotakos, State Senator 17 Don Pierson, Dean, UMass Lowell 21 Louis L. Pinn Insurance 27 Jonathan & Diane Pulliam 34 Marina & Peter Schell 22 The Sharing Foundation 24 Shaw Real Estate 9 33 Spindle City Corps Thomas Stylianos, Law Offices Outside Back Cover 34 Tim Chan Thou & Family 36 Trinity Ambulance Rithy Uong, Lowell City Councilor 45 UMass Lowell Community Social Psychology Graduate Program 5 UPS 25 YWCA of Lowell - Tobacco Prevention Program 41 �The Angkor Dance Troupe receives the generous support of the: Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative Lowell Community Development Block Grant Program Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe (see page 40) Lowell Cultural Council Lowell Enterprise Community Greater Lowell Community Foundation Significant In-kind support comes from the: University of Massachusetts Lowell College of Arts & Sciences, Psychology Department Big Brother Big Sister of G.L. ADAM Project Lowell Community Charter School Community Teamwork, Inc. • Massachusetts Dept. of Social Services Lowell Community Schools Program • E.N. Rogers Community School Congratulations to the Nationally Recognized Angkor Dance Troupe. from Paul Marion & Rosemary Noon & Joe Marion 2 �0 l!J~fmH~f Attgkor Dattcc Tro~pc Celebrating 15 Years as a Leading Cultural Organization The Angkor Dance was formed in 1986 by Cambodian refugees of the Khmer Rouge genocide. When we resettled in Lowell, Massachusetts we brought a passion to carry on our cherished t radit ions - to practice and perform, to teach others, and to see the art fo rm preserved for future generations of all cultures. Greater Lowell is home to the second-largest community of Cambodian Americans in the country. Cambodian dance performances provide a poignant reminder of the beauty and spirituality of Cambodian culture and help us develop a sense of home and community in a new homeland. ~ammoiuu1 8buby0~0t~1 mstuMimd ru fi.tYJMtlfiun Wtntlf btflb tlJ3lfUY1'\Jl § f!nutlfi'I -from Bonna Sam Mai & famil y (Dance Master Yorn Peng instructs Angkor Dance Troupe apprentice Brianna Mai.) 3 �Classical dance has been con nected to Cambodia's sacred rituals for more than one thousand years. During the great Angkor civilization, dancers performed blessing ceremonies in temples to bring prosperity to the kingdom . Bas relief carvings at Angkor Wat depict heavenly dancers - i Apsaras - which were believed <( to connect the human world to the gods. Classical dance is sometimes called court dance or royal ballet. At one time, it was the exclusive domain of roya lty. Today this cherished art is enjoyed by audiences around the w orld and is considered by many to be a symbo l of t he beauty and com pl exity of Khmer culture. 0 ~·&~eMIZQS~IZQr!runqmst.,e&""sse""!" 0 ·- - ' &r!rus~s""~~·i~~"""l""JielinsfJs&in Thank you for your continuing good work. You make our community a better place to live & work. Nancy & Richard Donahue 4 �CoN&f~ATVLATtONS ON 15" Yf..A1?.s OF svcass~ - CAl?.OL, CASSANDl?.A f~ACHAf..L $ SOPHf..A <:;ood LucR. for a successful !:jta rt from 1h8 Oommlrity Social Ptychology Orwiuat8 ProQnun at UMaaa/l.owell \'le &hare in 1our c.ommitment to improving c.ommuni"f \ife in G.reater Lo•e.\\ for more ilformatkln alxiut the Graduate Program contact the Graduate Student office by lim at 978-934-3952 or email at cwadoffrce®yaroo.com or 6ffi Serkowitz at 6ill Serkowitz®umledu. u c T 8 hroughout Cambodia, after the harvest, it is time for music, song, and dance. Folk dance is rooted in rural Cambodia and depicts rituals of everyday village life. The dances honor skills that are typically undervalued in the rush toward westernization, such as fishing and rice farming. Dance motifs are commonly based on local legends and inspired by themes of nature as well as the ceremonies, and customs that shape the lives of Cambodian people. Distinctive, colorful costumes represent the traditional dress and cloth from the various regions and ethnic groups within Cambodia. 5 �The Troupe takes its name from the great Angkor Civilization, between 802 and 1432 AD, when Cambodia was a dominant empire in Southeast Asia. I' Dance, music, and drama z .:,;.' have always been promi - 'So";..;;;;;;..~ ~ u c:: nent in Khmer society, but <tl :I: these ancient traditions .,,- were nearly eliminated ~ when the Khmer Rouge 0 c:: controlled Cambodia in the u::; O'l O'l <tl <lJ >, 1970's. Artists were among "' ~ those deliberately targeted :J 0 u for execution and more B 0 ..c: than 90% of the country's ~~~L:::.~!!!111111!1· ~ tradition bearers perished . A dancer performs a ceremony at Angkor Wat. A National Leader in Traditional Cambodian Dance The Angkor Dance Troupe is nationally recognized as one of the most experienced and accomplished Cambodian dance ensembles performing today. Angkor is directed by world-renowned master teachers and performs a repertoi re developed in concert with the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, considered the global standard bearer for Khmer traditional arts. The Troupe has an intensive program of educational exchange with the Royal JAMES L. DOYLE Attorney at Law 297 Foster Street Lowell, MA 01851-3014 (978) 937-9293 Fax (978) 459-3777 jimdoyle@ma.ultranet.com ~ National Academy of .lllli. Elder Law Attorneys 1-800-484-5121 x4690 6 �University of Fine Arts (RUFA), Angkor Artistic Director Phousita Huy is a former faculty member from the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh. which allows us to continually improve and expand our repertoire of classical and folk dance traditions. Angkor Artistic Director Phousita Huy is a former RUFA faculty member and toured internationally with the Classical Dance Company of Cambodia. We routinely host visiting master teachers from RUFA, as well as former RUFA faculty living in the U.S., for extended artists' residencies and workshop series. Ms. Huy coordinates these residencies, selecting master artists with specific expertise to advance the artistic development of our dancers. As a result of our active program of exchange with highlevel master artists, the Angkor Dance Troupe has the most diverse and developed performance repertoire of any of the U.S.-based Cambodian dance companies. 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KON6. mn f. nri (Realtor) (978) 590-9498 SARITH SOUS ~ ~ - ~ L..-...11 flllin NN (Broker/Ow"ner) (978) 590-4257 fll~Qlg fllULurJjr:uow~1>rJromuslii~sqban1Mqrou1g 5b fllU~ijl robl5IUJGtlf gs 151rHil~ll{JbltJ1ZHU 51 ! Lyla Chea and Family 9 �Masters of Cambodian Dance - Learning from the Best In the 15-year history of the Angkor Dance Troupe, we have had the honor to work with a number of the world's best dance masters from the University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh and around the U.S. For their invaluable contribution to the preservation of Cambodian dance, we give them our thanks: The Esteemed Chea Samy Master, Royal Uni versity Chhieng Proeung Dean, Univ. of Fine Arts Ros Kong & Tes Sam Oeun Masters of Classical Dance Dr. Sam Ang Sam Master of Cambodian Music Chan Moly Sam Master of Court Dance Malis Keo Director, Univ. of Fine Arts _.-..,...., Sokhanarith Moeur (left), Master of Folk Dance & Drama Phan Phoung, (Below) Master of Folk Dance Choreographer. Coconut Shell 10 �Savath Roeung (Center) Folk Dance Instructor with Tim Chan Thou (left) & Sokhoeum Sim Phousita Serey Huy Master of Classical Dance Artistic Director, Angkor Dance Troupe Sam On Soth Master of Classical Dance Drama Heang Nayto Folk Dance Instructor Phalla Lak Morris Folk Instructor Thavro Phim Folk/Giant/Monkey Instructor Song Heng Master Musician Khatna Peou Master of Classical Dance (With Grandson Tim Chan Thou & Family) Yorn Peng Master of Classical Dance Sophea Sek Folk/Giant Instructor Say Soeur Monkey Instructor 11 Tath Sum Master Musician Not Pictured: Rachana Khiev, Tonara Hing �Tep Menorom at a Khmer New Year celebration at Lowell's Tsongas Arena in April 2000. (Rady Mom Photograph) RIGHT - Taary Ram performs Picking Krovine at a 2000 Khmer New Year festival. (Andrew Page Photograph) Performances The Angkor Dance Troupe is listed on the Massachusetts and New England States Touring Rosters and has performed at venues including th·e White House, First Night Boston, the Lowell Folk Festival, the Berkshire Museum, Yale University, and Jacob's Pillow. INSURANCE AGENCY Auto • Home • Life • Business Estate Planning • Notary Public 81 Plain Street • Lowell, MA 01851 (978) 441-3003 • FAX (978) 441-2121 12 �Performances, rehearsa ls, an d works hops are a central part of our mission. These activities promote a g reater awareness and appreciation for our cultural tra d itions, provide support for our artists, preserve fragi le cultura l t ra diti o ns, and he lp us inspi re a new generation of Ca mbodian dan cers. The Trou pe has mo re than 70 dancers, includ ing sea so ned performers as w ell as apprentices ranging in age fro m fi ite to ad ult. Parti cipation in dance rehea rsa ls is free and open to anyon e willing t o make a com mitm ent t o Cambodian dance. Du ring our busy season, leading up to Cambodian New Year in April, we operate rehearsals seven days a week in five locations. We run an awa rd-winning afterschool and summer program fo r at-risk youth and host extended residencies each year with Lowell 's Butler middle school and the community of Peterb orough, New Hampshire. We perform and p resent works hops an average of 30 times per year for a var iety of audi ences t hroughout the reg io n. Between 1998 and 2000, An gkor presented 88 performances and w o rksho ps for mo re than 29,450 peop le. ~ ASIAN AMERICAN BANK FREE CHECKING ~ ' Plet1Se contact otu of 011r C11Sto111er Relations Representatives for f 11rther inf ormation. (617) 695-2800 • asianamericanbank.com ~ *Boston* Allston-Brooldine*S~mervllle* 13 Member FDIC 1 ' �Above - Butler Principal Harry Kouloheras with student dancers in 1996. Right - Butler students take the stage in a performance of the Good Crops dance. The Butler Middle School & Angkor Dance: Partners in Multicultural Education - Every spring, Lowell 's Butler Middle School and the Angkor Dance Troupe collaborate on an ambitious Cambodian New Year dance residency that culminates in two fullscale performances by multi-cultural groups of Butler students. Artistic Director Phousita Huy leads dancers in a performance of the Apsara Dance at the Peterborough NH Town House in 1997. Peterborough, NH - For the past several years, the community of Peterborough NH, led by David Blair and Linda Marsella, has hosted Angkor for performances, classes, and in-school programs. Fctrn Carn Families with Cambodian Children congratulate the Angkor Dance Troupe on their 15th anniversary. For info on FamCam: www.famcam .org 14 �r.JUHJljMtnnnmunm 1 Peterborough's Satellite Dance Troupe, Children in the Arts Day, May 19 & Joseph's Coat Peace Crafts creating jobs for people in need with wonderful clothing, toys, and jewelry 10 School Street, Peterborough, NH Commendations and thanfs to you for enhancin3 and enrichin3 the variety and num6er cherished cufrura( traditions in the (jreater Loweff Community. ef Human Services Corporation• P.O. Box 1091 • Lowell , MA 01853 15 �A VNtGtuf. WA.Y To l~f.A.Ol Youn-1 A central component of the Troupe's mission is to provide positive cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities for Lowell youth. Since 1986, the Troupe has served approximately 350 young people, ranging in age from 4 to 18, who rigorously rehearse and participate in Troupe performances and events. Youth apprentices typically stay involved with the Troupe for at least 4 to 5 years, many even longer. In 1999, the Angkor Dance Troupe was selected for the prestigious Coming Up Taller award from the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities and the National Endowment for the Arts. The awards were presented to a select group of ten organizations across the nation to honor exemplary arts programs serving at-risk youth. Angkor Oance Troupe Thank you for sharing the beauty of your culture! Nina Coppens, Ph.D. Evaluator, Angkor Youth Dance Professor, Psychology Department University of Massachusetts Lowell 16 �Angkor Youth Dance - A Community Partnership In October 1998, the Troupe launched Angkor Youth Dance, a very successful afterschool and summer program for at-risk youth with major funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council YouthReach Initiative. We operate the program with a number of community partners including the : ADAM project of Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell, Psychology Department of the UMass Lowell College of Arts and Sciences, Lowell Community Schools Program, E.N. Rogers School, Community Team work, Inc., Lowell office of DSS, and others. The Troupe helps young people make constructive choices in their lives by immersing them in rigorous, in-depth arts experiences. Over the years, we have witnessed firsthand the value of culturalbased arts programming for youth . We have had several apprentices, for example, who were involved in gang activities when they joined our program and have since left their street life behind to make remarkable progress in their academic and personal lives. Angkor's success with at-risk youth is a vivid example of the power of the arts to transform lives . Congratulations to the Angkor Dance Troupe on your 15th Anniversary and Best Wishes to the Cambodian Community. STATE SENATOR Steven C. Panagiotakos 17 �Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Greater Lowell Congratulates Angkor Dance Troupe on 15 wonderful years Big Brothers Big Sisters I A.D.A.M. Project is proud of our continued association in helping at-risk youth develop positive cultural activity. All youth, regardless of income, need to be able to express themselves. Angkor Dance Troupe and A.D.A.M. project provide that outlet. Angkor Dance Troupe & A.D.A.M. Project Making a Big Difference, One Child at a Time Big Brothers Big Sisters 45 Merrimack Street, Suite 227 Lowell, MA 01852 978-453-9339 Web Site - www.becomeabig.com 18 �Highlights from Angkor Youth Dance - our award-winning Afterschool & Summer Youth Program Above - Dancers take a bow at a Youth Dance performance. Right - Peter Veth & Sophy Leng receive achievement awards. Below Left - Jim Conlon of Big Brothers/Sisters leads a group discussion as part of an education component. Below Right - Sam Hor and Shawn Clod in the Fishing Dance Above - City Councilor Rithy Uong & State Senator Steve Panagiotakos announce Mass. Cultural Council and NEA grants. Right -Vyrik Eng speaks at a press conference. Sam Hor receives an award from Angkor Director Ruth Page. Lowell Spinners Class A - Boston Red Sox "On the Road to Fenway" For group information, please call 978-459-1702 19 �Congratulations to our Role Models! Pov Sath, 1996 & Khoeun Pring, 1998 Andeth Vann, 1995 & Sopor Vann, 1994 Rothana Yok, _ 1998 & Akara V. Savun 1997 Samnang Hor & Sopheap Sou 1999 Taary Ram, 2000 & Sochenda Uch, 2000 Sophy Leng & Vyrik Eng, 2001 Best Wishes from Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels 20 �An Extensive Collection of Richly Detailed Costumes The Angko r Dance Troupe has an ext ensive co llecti on of authe ntic costu mes, dance mat eria ls, props, and artifa cts. Most of the costu mes were crafted by master dancers and costumers from Cambodia . Preparing for a performance can take several hours. Above Left - Shawn Clod, Jamie Rin, Vyrik Eng, and David Noeuk help each other into costumes for Swva Pol. Above Right - Phousita Huy and Heng Noeuk sew Linda Sou into the Giant costume. Middle Right - Mary Many helps Stephanie Seng with make up. Right - Thida Loeung puts finishing touches on Kuntaer Eng's costume for Tep Menorom. Andrew Page Photos. Don ald E. Pierson Dean, College of Edu cation UMass Lowell 21 �2000 Performance Highlights Above Left - Kuntaer Eng, Rotana Thou, and Taary Ram in a performance of Tep Menorom at the Bawker Auditorium as part of the UMass Amherst Asian Music and Dance series in November. Above Right - Phalla Lak in the Fan Dance at Jacob's Pillow in August. (Andrew Page Photos) Right - Sochenda Uch and Linda Sou in the Fishing Dance at the Tsongas Arena in April. (Rady Mom Photo) Yours~ perfor~ eJt,Yidt, the, !e>Ue& ~caylifr aJUi e,x~ our worU view: fA>HjY~M aJUi tlr.a.HJc,you, AHjkoY Danurs! 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Tim Chan Thou co-founded the Angkor Dance Troupe in 1986 Tim learned to dance in the Khao-1Dang refugee camp, inspired by his Grandmother, Peou Khatna, a former palace dancer. From early on, he earned a reputation for his commitment, talent, and ability to organize. He became certified as a teacher and emerged as a leader in the refugee camp dance movement when he moved to a resettlement camp in the Philippines. In Recognition of What My Friends Jane Benfey, Nina Coppens, Rady Mom, and Ruth Page do so Selflessly on Behalf of the Wonderful Angkor Dance Troupe. Steve Moses of the UMass Lowell Center for Health Sciences, Health Promotion and Public Health 32 �Good luck to the Angkor Dance Troupe! Best Wishes - The Spindle City Corps (978) 459-9899 X15 When Tim resettled in Lowell in 1982, community members sought him out to perform at Khmer New Year celebrations. Joined by fellow dancer Phallik Ting, Tim performed a few times a year around the A 1987 performance of the Fishing Dance. region. In the mid 1980's Tim connected with respected dance instructor Sanara Chea, and together they founded the Angkor Dance Troupe. "Our idea was to promote the culture and share our dance traditions with community," said Thou. "We had a core group of dancers and felt it was important to continue awareness of the cu lture. We rehearsed every weekend, w o rking together to pre pare for performances. The motivation came from the commun ity, whi ch was so ha ppy t o see the dances." ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL CENTER H EALTH LAND SPECIALIZE IN: •AUTO ACCIDENTS •WORK RLEATED INJURIES FR.EE lNlTIAl. 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Now the children of some of my former students are joining . That seed that we planted for so many years is now growing and flourishing. I hope the role models take over in a few years. I think it's important that the culture doesn't fade out. The kids need to know our culture, the dignity of it, and understand where they come from. Even though many of t hem w ere born here, inside they have the blood of Cambodia" . NAVY YARD LIQUORS • Beer •Wine • Spirits • Kegs ~ ~ 3 Hampson St. Dracut, MA 01826 978-957-4775 35 �Dance, The Spirit of Cambodia SAVE THE DATES! August 31 & September 1 The dance company from the Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh will make its first U.S. tour in more than a decade. The 12-city national tour stops in Lowell for two exciting shows at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium August 31 & September 1, 2001 Call 978-441 -9277 more information. 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"Housing, decent and affordable, is a basic right, to which everyone in Lowell is entitled. As chair of the City Council Housing Committee, I am working to help all our citizens. "Economic development begins in the neighborhoods and should support neighborhoods, rather than harm them. "Elders deserve our respect and support. As they have supported us, their families , and our city, we have an obligation to stand up for them." Rithy Uong, 2001 Lowell City Councilor Paid by the Committee to Re-elect Rithy Uong, Lowell City Councilor. For more information: 978-452-7158. 45 �Thomas A. Golden, Jr. STATE REPRESENTATIVE 0 ~zime~~ Best Wishes to the Greater Lowell Cambodian Community and Congratulations to the 0 tif~~s.1ff~~ Angkor Dance Troupe! 46 �EB &M ENO, BOULAY & MARTIN, LLP ATTORNEYS - AT - LAW Q " .. ffif~ruesse~~ ARTHUR L. ENO. JR. SANDRA M. BOULAY WlLLIAM F. MARTIN. JR. 134 Middle Street-Suite 300 • LowelL MA 01852-1867 Tel. 978-452-8902 Fax. 978-453-2585 And rew Page Freelance Photography 48 Morning Street Portland , Maine 041 0 l (207) 775-6678 email: apage@maine.rr.com 47 �FRIENDS OF THE ANGKOR DANCE TROUPE The "Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe" is a membership drive to support the Troupe's award-winning youth programs. Thank you to the many concerned community members and organizations who have contributed to the Friends of the Angkor Dance Troupe. Major Program Sponsors in 2001 Casey Family Services Linda Marsella & David Blair Eleanor Briggs Dr. Malcolm Hill Contributing Sponsors in 2001 Nancy L. Donahue Jonathan & Diane Pulliam Community Leaders in 2001 Jane and Tom Benfey Ann Bartholomew & Ron Micheels Louis L. Pinn Insurance Agency Citizens for Youth in 2001 Richard & Mary Noon • Elaine Wong Kristina Nicolli • George C. Eliades, Jr., Esq. Past Contributors The Edward & Elizabeth Gardner Foundation • Janet Gardner St. Joseph the Worker Shrine • John E. Leggat Rosemary Noon & Paul Marion • Bonna Mai r-------------------------1 HOW TO DONATE: Every gift is greatly appreciated. Many businesses offer a matching gift program which can double the size of employees' contributions. Other ways to give include memorial gifts, which allow the donor to recognize special people in their lives, or gifts of appreciated stock that can reap substantial tax benefits for the donor. All gifts are tax-deductible. Thank you for your support! Address:------------------------ I am enclosing: 0$1,000 0$500 0$250 0$100 0 0 $50 0 $25 0 Other: - - - - - My company's matching gift form is enclosed. Please make checks payable to: Angkor Dance Troupe, PO Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (Thank You!) L-------------------------~ �0 1'Uf~M~f The Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 441-9277 • FAX: (978) 251-8039 email: pageone@mediaone.net http://ecommunity.uml.edu/angkor I Special Thanks To: I Our Dedicated Staff & Board of Directors Phousita S. Huy, Artistic Director Ruth Page, Executive Director Sakhoeum Sim, Instructor Chhan D. Touch, Co-Chair Nissay Liek, Treasurer Todd Beauregard Dr. Nina Coppens Vyrik Eng Lynne Faust, LNP Sophy Leng Bonna Mai Rady Mom Taary Ram Sopheap Sou Rithy Uong Tim Chan Thou, Manager Panha Yuk, Instructor Kolab Yin, Costumer Jane Benfey, Co-Chair Gloria Polites, Secretary Jim Conlon Saovary En Samnang Hor Cassandra Keirstead Thida Loeung Paul Marion Jonathan Pulliam Akara V. Savun Sochenda Uch Master Artists in Residency from Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh Yorn Peng Sophea Sek And to our Community Partners and Collaborators: Big Brother/Big Sister of Greater Lowell ADAM project UMass Lowell, College of Arts & Sciences Lowell Community Charter School Pat Mccrary and the Lowell National Historical Park Jim Canavan, Donna Welch, & Marco Cancel, Community Teamwork, Inc. Jay Lange & Jen Landry, Lowell Community Schools Program E.N. Rogers Community School Carole Mathews, Mass. Dept. of Social Services, Lowell Office Photo Credits: Andrew Page, Rady Mom, Kevin Harkins, Tim Chan Thou, Eleanor Briggs, Love Photos, Jocelyn Augustina. David Noeuk, Rachel Cooper Translation Services: Nissay Liek Sources: Dance and the Spirit of Cambodia, Toni Shapiro, Ph.D., Cornell University, 1994 "Cambodia's Royal Dance," Eileen Blumenthal, Natural History, 4/89 "The Dancer in Cambodia," Toni Shapiro, Ph .D., Asian Art & Culture. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. 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Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe 15th Anniversary Commemorative Book, 2001 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's 15th Anniversary Commemorative Book. Includes a brief history of the organization, descriptions of Cambodian Classical and Folk Dance, and information to contract the organization for events. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2001 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 52 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Khmer Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f09_i001 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Books Cambodian Classical Dance Cambodian Folk Dance Cambodians https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/c0a9082faca41f301a1dbfd4500987b7.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=Axk6MJfemAZfYClVKmD2E0oyofoZ3bGK5uM0otvOLto4PdQy1IHpUfRwTPW1Ue-46%7EWrK0hfUBjxUmI21KkfSZnQ8n8wLWfYNJId9UBnVWzxSLkD9OwL79GtEMsSN6ecDCWiSTgCjFLWOebkwOWM-PawLk12Ahpu1wD3hQWuORG01fiX8b6KHvdGMXsX4KhuSRqzYaJgVQ7FET5nkwnWOohjYsri2SWqr5Wv72YGhbQqXL3pWhTMJ1ZZi-wZVvlWx3xSb8kumv7QBfPi0ekA-T1u5P38INEBMnxZM968BySlSoY2JUXax3xiG3pdZ2Mky0wFqmXtKtLupyQ6-xVkCA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 1758c02ab425338104767bd192e53c58 PDF Text Text 0 tf1Uftt1~t~f Attsltor Datte~ Troi.p~, lttc. The Quick Center for Arts Ptesents Dances anci wotkshops of the Cambociia March 16-17, 2004 Program: 1. The Blessing Dance 2. The Coconut Dance 3. The Tep Monorom Dance 4. The Khen Dance 5. The Moni Mekhala & Giant 6. Fishing Dance 7. Pestle Dance 8. Swva Pol with DNC Classical Folk Classical Folk Classical Folk Folk Classical Angkor Dance troupe, Inc. Mrs. Phousita Huy, Artistic Director Mr. Tim Chan Thou, Dance Program Director Mr. George Chigas, Troupe Manager This program is sponsored by the Quick Center for the Arts With special thanks to Ms. Deborah Sommers, Director Programming Ms. Melissa Di Fiore, Assistance Director of Programming Mr. Russ Nagy, Technical Director and his staff P.O. Box 1553 • Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 275-1823 • FAX: (978) 275-1824 �0 1'Ufs.1ft~t Attsltor Dattcc Trolfpc, lttc. 1) The Blessing Dance Dancers: Heng Noeuk, Rancia Phin, Sopharl Ngin, Rathanee Yean, Monica Veth It is dance of greeting and good wishes. During the performance, the dancers come forward and sprinkle flower petals toward the audience. This is done in the hope brining prosperity, peace, and good health to everyone in the audience. 2) The Coconut Shell Dance Dancers: Povtda Pech, Sodany Krouch, Paulina Srey, Linda Hong, Channa Sath Samnang Hor, Zenith Rith, Sanny Meas, Rothna Mao, Vyrik Eng The dance was inspired by a popular game that used coconut shells. The game was played during all kind of ceremonies, but most often during weddings, engagements, and when the groom was escorted in a procession to the bride's house. The Coconut Shell dance is one of the most popular and well known on the Cambodian folk dance. In its original form, it was a one-man show. In the modem-day dance, an equal number of male and female dancers perform the dance, signifying friendship and courtship. The Khmer-language lyrics, the words that accompany the song-speak to how the coconut is the heart of the Cambodian people. 3) Tep Monorom Dance (The Happiness of the Gods) Dancers: Linda Sou, Sophy Leng, Khakhada Hom, Elizabeth Yim Monica Veth, Sandra Proeung, Rancia Phin, Sopharl Ngin This dance, often considered the most beautiful in the classical repertory, embodies the wellbeing, friendship, and prosperity of the Cambodian people. 4) The Khen Dance Dancers: Rathanee Yean, Paulina Srey, Sodany Krouch, Channa Sath, Povtda Pech Sanny Meas, Peter Veth, Vyrik Eng, Steve Hom, Vandary Moeun The Khen Dance from a province of Cambodia located in the northeastern part on the CambodiaLoas border. Many young men from that part of the country play a musical instrument, a mouth organ called Khen, which is made of bamboo and decorated with a garland flowers. Men play their Khen to attract young passing by. The women can't resist so they touch the flowers and fall in love. 5) Mini Mekhala & Giant Dancers: Heng Noeuk, Linda Sou Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso were at one time students of the same teacher and both strived very hard to be his best favorite. In the end, the teacher favored the goddess, Moni Mekhala, and rewarded her with a beautiful and very powerful crystal made fro the morning dew. The storm demon, Ream Eyso, was given an ax as a consolation prize. As the dance begins, we see Moni Mekhala preparing to go out and dance with other Gods and goddesses in the heavens. But on her way, she is accosted by Ream Eyso, who is quite jealous and craves the powering glittering ball. P.O. Box 1553 • Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 275-1823 • FAX: (978) 275-1824 �0 tfJUfmff~f Attsltor Datte~ Trot-tp~, lttc . Mini Mekhala teases him by holding the ball out very close. Then she tosses the crystal, momentarily blinding him. This ends Ream Eyso to his knees, giving her just enough time to glide away. It is said that the flash of Moni Mekhala' s crystal is what we know as lighting, and the crashing of Ream Eyso' s ax is thunder.This is one of the most sacred dances in the Cambodian Classical repertoire and is still performed in Cambodian in ceremonies to pray for rain. 6) The Fishing Dance Dancers: Khakhada Hom, Sopharl Ngin, Sophy Leng, Monica Veth , Elizabeth Yim Samnang Hor, Vyrik Eng, Peter Veth, Jamie Rin, Steve Hom There' s saying in Cambodia "Where there is water, there are fish." In this dance you will see two traditional methods of catching fish, using braided bamboo baskets Called CHHNEANG In this dance you'll see young women scoop up water from the river into their Chhneng. The baskets act as strainers-the water drains out through the bamboo leaving small fish in the basket. And the guys use bell-shaped traps called ANGKUT For catching large fish in shallow water. Love and romance and favorite themes in Khmer stories and dance. In traditional Cambodian society, young people are careful watched and don't have many opportunities to get to know one another. But the fishing quarter is one place they had the chance to meet. 7) The PestleDance Dancers: Sophy Leng, Vyrik Eng, Linda Hong, Paulina Srey, Sokhoeum Khim, Zenith Rith Povtda Pech , Sandra Proeung, Sodany Krouch, Rathna Mao, Channa Sath , Peter Veth The pestle dance is depicted that celebrated the hard work of the harvest season. 8) The Swva Pol with DNC Dance Dancers: Samnang Hor, Vyrik Eng, Jamie Rin, Steve Hom In Cambodian legend, monkeys always fight evil; in fact they are army solders. And these solders are celebrating a bid win. They're gathering food for a feast. The monkey dance is lively and acrobatic, always performed by young boys, who you will see also capture the spirit and quick mannerisms of monkeys. Following the original dance, the Troupe will feature some new choreography with elements of modem dance. But if you watch carefully, you will see the dancers remain, throughout it all, Swva Pol, the monkeys. P.O. Box 1553 • Lowell, MA 01853 (978) 275-1823 • FAX: (978) 275-1824 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe dance workshop, 2004 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's dance workshop at the Quick Center for Arts, 2004. Includes brief descriptions of the dances and the names of performers. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. 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It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 3 p.; 28 x 21.5 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f08_i001 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Blessing Dance Cambodians Coconut Dance Documents Fishing Dance Happiness of the Gods Khen Dance Moni Mekhala and Ream Eyso Dance Pestle Dance Swva Pol Dance Tep Monorom Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/98eab22f79e9efa09d3f11c8f0483a13.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=mm5E1ASYf3qNKu27BlqfRhLkpRoYRRSdSJZD8ZNJPZUuiEfA-GZqopyhrrJ%7E3gQPBf-MVEovelCNk7B83nhEFGosZ45%7EX5Ba9luH%7EOdHatRUKYe9fdr4DicPkitss0LAlrdPoFqyASwpqp%7E77zAdYlksMtJW5Vj1cscPI6MZ-M9FEPflTFwMLnSGfvQkk9a10XjYIFzWzeaxnUJ8noHFu03r%7EGUbNpJ-9eXuguwtb7bpJ8RtqC290DCWuaPVO25OIuYsw12qp6x78imlJCSPzffvXZr2owo8A%7EwFRw0wh4veABhXTCRiyqGE1KP7699kSSEZO%7E1gmc5jHRGgbKJPZw__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 8f971fbd8477a3de073aa05e922ef96e PDF Text Text � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Youth Dance Harvest Party flyer, 1999 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Flyer with an information for Angkor Youth Dance Havest Party with a performance by Angkor Youth Dance and a DJ Party. Angkor Youth Dance is a program of the Angkor Dance Troupe in conjunction with the Big Brother/Sister of G.L. ADAM project. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1999 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 21.5 x 28 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i018 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 1990-1999 Cambodians Posters https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/67b11743473d6b9cff61529033fe1a79.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=rofcNuBIOfWxDCUvo3TLqdTyJW6HvH-AkYEbD-HQuspkVK7URw8kQ3wOR%7EYar3pAbvvxkp5leEGBvSFRnwhLB2mhosW9d02Ot9y7c414YW72HMOotWZiLGnopjbFIah4Thi4JuPTzV66fQ7tc3E61Z8vMG0TunU94YbdrAdb%7E3fOGwEGvcwdAX8Jwgn7QW7LSAXL65rbP50xrG0QvB-OqUPw0NwpwOVrm-5LiBuIQB-6cQ%7EGXT4MIg-UPX5yp3bL9Xx9-rpyI5VZbUsIXf5Qm5W4bsrNIkdsa7m%7ENUeGTAQEiyg6yV0RF4dX9Cods4Oyn6DlJpIPjc1EfkSt6quklQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 7b4ec60868111d363041a2f83ab23784 PDF Text Text 0 l!f"'~"R' A115ltor Datte~ Trol-fp~. lttc. 5und!UWing ~Uuwi <Jcto8e1t 21, 2005 �·. Mistress of Ceremonies ·i 7:30 - 7:45pm 7:45 - 8:30pm Opening Remarks Sophy Suon First Performance ·i Doeun Kol Tiva Propey Dinner & Cocktails Keynote Speaker Julie Mallozzi Award Ceremony Dedicated Volunteer Award Community Service Award Students Achievement Awards Recipients: Jim Conlon Mehmed Ali Sophy Leng Poutda Pech Randa Phin Peter Veth 8:30 - 9:00pm Dance Performance I Doeun Kol 9:00 - 9: 15pm Intermission & Raffle Joan Gendron Rosalie Williams ·i 9: 15 - 9:45pm Dance Performance II Doeun Kol 9:45 - lO:OOpm Special Presentation Doeun Kol lO:OOpm Closing Remarks Sophy Suon �Tiva Propey Dance Classical Tiva Propey was originally performed in Cambodia in honor of National Children's Day. It is designed to give young dancers experience in movement and the rhythm of the classical orchestra. Tep Monorom Dance Classical Tep Monorom Dance is often considered the most beautiful in the classical repertory, embodies the well-being, friendship, and prosperity of the Cambodian people. The Coconut Dance Folk The Coconut Shell dance is one of the most popular and well-known folk dances in the Cambodian repertoire. I 4 Sentimental Expression Dance Classical Sentimental Expression like many classical dance is considered by many to be a universal symbol of Cambodian culture. It is a source of national pride for Cambodians, representing the beauty and spirituality of Cambodian people. INTERMISSION 9Jana [}~II Picking Krovann Dance Folk This is a traditional dance of the Por tribe, which originated from the Pursat Province of Cambodia. Neang Neak Dance Classical Neang Neak is name for its central character - a mythical female sea creature associated with the fertility of rivers, lakes and oceans. Monkey Dance Classical/Modern In Cambodian legend, monkeys always fight evil; in fact they are army soldiers. And these soldiers are celebrating a big win. Following the original dance, the Troupe will feature some new choreography with elements of modern dance. y • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • v �sxecuHve "Bo~ r-o! SeV\-LOY st~ff Sophy Suon President Tim Thou Program Director Jonathan Pulliam Vice President Phousita Huy Artistic Director Joan Gendron Treasurer Doeun Kol Office Manager Ratana Ty-Riebe Secretary Rosalie Williams Grant Writer Through a generous arrangement with the Lowell National Historical Park, Angkor has offices and rehearsal space on the third floor of the Mogan Cultural Center located at 40 French Street in Lowell, MA. Our mailing address is: Angkor Dance Troupe P.O. Box 1553 Lowell, MA 01853 Tel: 978.275.1823 Fax: 978.275.1824 Email: tim@angkordance.org Web site: www.angkordance.org The Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for our young members. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe annual fundraising dinner program, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Program for Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraising dinner on October 21, 2005. The dinner program included classical and folk dances: Tiva Propey Dance, Tep Monorom Dance, The Coconut Dance, Sentimental Expression Dance, Picking Krovann Dance, Neang Neak Dance, and Monkey Dance. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 4 p.; 14 x 21.7 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i017 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Coconut Dance Ephemera Monkey Dance Neang Neak Dance Picking Krovann Dance Sentimental Expression Dance Tep Monorom Dance Tiva Propey Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/f3de0590f8bdbec51767c2c300d019cf.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=IbvPyRa2lua4bketUWn1fn6ME-hrJecGHZ2qX3zr3YClKDg%7EmyqtWc-kKQifhIfgr4u52gRSnvNLJbg3Jh-wTIkEmaYnB3xDO43hOs3pLCxm3LAhXkjDd9hSYHKPfX8J62t3G0HADH2EdPMzxqGWydy8g6IR9np%7EvhOoyBSBk3i2ylcVkOl7f2Bv26Ha5jtalYadAI5ZU%7E5%7EsoXWKnBl1BNpmBXHTvN714DbJBMm2PFq7QHPnvlsKCk5Uyc9QPHkEz6fKFcvy-pc70pwhKUM6XdnnSKTte3IpqTpEjR2Tf2AqCiCcF5c7ljpk94JfwQp-Vk5yZ3n-BIYegi0N4Yqxg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 590b21d9d78cc9f99bfea880f7a4b68b PDF Text Text 0 0 ~fit;;ms~ef ~~ ififDsm;~es ft Att5ltor Dattcc Troupe, lttc. Sell'vLO Y s tciff Sophy Suon President Tim Thou Program Director Jonathan Pulliam Vice President Phousita Huy A rtis tic Director Joan Gendron Treasurer Doeun Kol Manager Ratana Ty-Riebe Secretary Rosalie Williams Grant Writer Through a generous arrangement with the Lowell National Historical Park , Angkor has offices and rehearsal space on the third floor of the Mogan Cultural Center located at 40 French Street in Lowell, Massachusetts. Our mailing address is: Angkor Dance Troupe P. O. Box 1553 Lowell, MA 01853 Tel: 978.275 .1823 Fax: 978.275.1824 Email: tim@angkordance.org Web site: www.angkordance.org The Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for our young members. ~= tn Att5ltor Dattcc Troupc, lttc. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe information flyer, 2004 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Flyer with information for Angkor Dance Troupe's office mailing address and contact information.  Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2004 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 21.5 x 28 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i016 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/983ff156c9910d77575c0446a55fdaa0.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=SiOiutWvb83msdDCNfuHclpkIkk1lBsY6A2Bzl73bE8gMUh%7EiplYos21fNDw8Q5dQi7O7VcZ8Yb%7ExyDxxNva3sc5wwsYkQcZA84Q9TTNIXetnzsm-CaMTDugNKMSoSEg18fiElTMbVGlOkRsQUe8GwA16ij4ZKYJpyVmL4%7EAUeF9KkyElJBLNhC2SuKGQtqrqzqMLDsFgx%7ESZ82Gouf-Q3V4%7EC2c6JvRndX%7Eze6iNE-TOg-XG2LJIl6H%7EAbnTO8K4bg3TxkL1bFSrpF-n3NXFRC0OmsYkuHkblZvK7Kz8E2XiFeJoJ0NU5PKxjWODduERjv1X89V3n4FP1822O%7EVjQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM d5857763abcb9f8890f3d3f9f97c4352 PDF Text Text 0 tff'5tm";t 0 1;1~smSt~s At15kor Dat1ce Troupe, lt1c. Att5kor Dattce Troupe, lttc. 2011-1 ANNIVER.SARY 20th Anniversary FUNDRAISING BANQUET , / NOVEMBER. 3, 2006 Fundraising Banquet You are cordially invited to the Angkor Dance Troupe's 20 th Anniversary Fundraising Banquet. With stunning performances from the award-winning troupe, live band, silent auction, and a five-course meal, this evening should not be missed! Date: Time: Location: Cost: Friday, November 3, 2006 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunnyda Restaurant 454 Chelmsford Street Lowell, MA 01851 $45 in advance/$50 at the door R.S.V.P b y October 27, 2006 For tickets and information: (978) 590-5654 or tim@angkordance.org If you are not able to attend, but would like to forward a tax-deductible donation, checks can be made payable to: Angkor Dance Troupe PO Box 1553 Lowell, MA 01853 Please be sure to check if your organization has a matching gift program ~ it's a great w ay to increase the value of your donation! Photo by Higgi,is & Ross Desig11 a11d Photography � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Poster for Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th anniversary fundraising banquet, 2006 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Poster for Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th anniversary fundraising banquet.  Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 21.5 x 28 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i015 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/fc94cdee3a3b47f576b008bd08cb2385.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=j1Y547EIHZblK1hfa60ueKG06R0XXpt7gw6%7ETBil4JRpPcHJ8QHBVbMNLd8oN2W74kwydgQtHRK9ExJHdf-Tu3SSqvnsDameGsFmjLh56JqjiwOlSZ7Ru8GumZvApLlNyjHvgUATt38jlJ3RZtzL9a1GB52tb1PZlD-vyNZWCmH0w51k4ER7PMHC-0PClYovLOTODuWCnbo6MDNIok6gSmRB7BijVv0PsQ8L9m1oTJ5bYhskWg77RAmbH5MuHvsuhfwGr4U%7E3zZPWPmbwlVO0NfqVcF5iqxe3SmvQ9qT70Y8mHxikQk4IDaIBMzHQTdrp8dLi50IQdOsXrjO30g-UQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM f6ce7934b5d9e57266c8f9251a63cc89 PDF Text Text 0 ~~finff~f Att5kor Dattce Troupe, lttc. 20th Anniversary Fundraising Event You are cordially invited to the Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th Anniversary Fundraising Event. - With stunning performances from the award-winning troupe, live band, and a five-course meal, this evening should not be missed! Date: Time: Location: Cost: Friday, November 3, 2006 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunnyda Restaurant 454 Chelmsford Street Lowell, MA 01851 $45 in advance/$50 at the door Please RSVP by October 27, 2006 For tickets and information: (978) 590-5654 or tim@angkordance.org If you are not able to attend, but would like to forward a tax-deductible donation, checks can be made payable to: Angkor Dance Troupe PO Box 1553 Lowell, MA 01853 Please be sure to check if your organization has a matching gift program - it's a great way to build on our fundraising efforts! �SA VE THE mA TE IOVEM::IJEJ.l J, 2006 .- 6:00 F.M: . .- I.2:00 A.H. 0 tt:~D;S,1$$~! Att5ltor Dattcc Troupe, lttc. 20th ANNIVERSARY FUNDRAISING EVENT Sunnyda Restaurant Tickets $45 in advance/$50 at the door Look for your invitation in the mail in September for additional information: 978-275-1823 P.O. Box 1553 Lowell MA 01853 tim@angkordance.org SAVE THE mATE IOVEM:EEJ.l J, 2006 _..J 6:00 F.M. _..J I2:00 A..M. �0 1'~smff~s Attgkor Dattcc Troi.pc. lttc. 2ot Vi AV'vV'vLVers.C{Ykj Fu VI-cl r et ts. LVl-fj sve V1-t NOVeVVlber 3 , 200G Photo by Higgins & Ross Design and Photography � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Save the date card for Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th anniversary fundraising event on November 3, 2006 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Save the date card for Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th anniversary fundraising event, 2006 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 3 p.; 21.5 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i014 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/dcc858dc8030cfeb22a1c5dc22e6a1c1.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=P2J2e1uvYzasx-iJmdMUm%7ELQvJElJ3vrobWMUroZMhIRgL%7EOhFYrHHpxtLhfroqUX75DWM6T4TfVkDAwOPyh91WK-UJeTG5gSMCuzR1sXyNZheuPQHK5VWxs5BEPuV0cWIeGDGAcWO6QksAe0d81gwoD7s2NrxaF0WUQBlO6ACwi12mtqJbtwlQtODFsX1edHVNpxax0f81xfe3wB9RlVJ5OrdkCO9UUN7n9lrW-KN0PLqwTXgR2GDOTPsY31iqZQLR%7EP8SazlfOdmhjTXVytvvZw1Bahok-48aUbvWNwhCJJE8lgTc%7EJW5Q6GWCDKh0Wj0UEQKD5rnjx2WRIeDnUw__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 147f0cbf778470a3de4eff83def876fb PDF Text Text The Angkor Dance Troupe Presents the World Premiere of APSARA DANCING STONES "A contemporary dance drama that embodies the beauty and culture of Cambodia. With Eastern and Western influences, this visual narrative combines an unparalleled performance of dance and music from modern and classical Cambodian styles." To purchase tickets, please call (978) 454-2219 or online: www.lowellauditorium.com/apsaradancingstones.htm lffi_ www.angkordance.org Will � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Poster for Angkor Dance Troupe's annual residency fundraiser, 2012 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Poster for Angkor Dance Troupe's 2012 annual residency fundraiser, Apsara Dancing Stones. The world premiere was performed Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Lowell Memorial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2012 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 28 x 21.5 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i013 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Apsara Dancing Stones Cambodians Posters https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/f3db0a323c4f831f73521e383e40af66.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=KtTnMycNeELTFQp638Go5pHtABO-xhb4G%7EcrpsA0m80C%7EcgprtSsL1Xajzv8JicrS3vSKQRqs%7E8WzhygNsNY4%7EIe1I8ggKm9Lak3Zbt3WNBlCNX2QRRZJHtO0ozXZBvRmcbWSGrxUXoalCFAxT-ZFQ2yrfyRBSs1xaD9Z16vWCvO7oTjGMU0oFtZwceKqOscQ4EDwswoB3MbsXS%7EQevZ6EPXiZ2LN316bZxO-sveuh2BnsHeYJTcqDcJaKQKzEgBmVvO3SoUiYC-1FDaLbsz%7ET%7ENAPFh3L0Ij8HyYfT3t2EXS87LCDZHEXa0qJ3Y0d2w54r5n3IVIEBRsV2AQnxdew__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 09aa2b9cee0c170199aa993206ede180 PDF Text Text Apsara (Celestial Gt. SI 000- MoniMekala $500- • 4 Tickets for Din11er & Sllow • VJ P Pm,·.<, to Meet & Greet wit/, Pril,cipal D,mcers • Name Listed in Program ,,,. • 1 Ticket for Di1111er & Sllow • Nflme Lif,;ted i11 Program � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Poster listing Angkor Dance Troupe's 25th anniversary event sponsorship levels, [2011] Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Poster listing Angkor Dance Troupe's 25th anniversary event sponsorship levels. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource [2011] Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 21.5 x 28 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i012 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Cambodians Posters https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/7d60ebd8da4fe40fe1a30b90ae768b34.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=VkN4X5ftWaoUx9nISrLX0rdLemzltziYP7GAIM3xg57G3WJnM7-gcBRUHd1B30Q6e8Gtson%7ESa%7EnyAvPzrlesHVrdKJ%7EMDfeQbdr4qLsYafoukOEXNY6yTV%7Eeb4CFL89mTsK%7E2Fz-r2PYnNW5H7rf-drv-YbyvfUgoZv0CyF8Iq%7EczmUK5Z8-Kv2TijvlS7Rzq-ECoiRj0B9U2guM3QqhofOLdI7I4QJ1C9yjjxlAI9QFEBS265swQtA-y9CdHpQlsxh39StB9%7ESj0ICMGiGaNv5eWZZhf7Ppry8tTJdUZSnR04MLpzMHDCjzjfPoxVkIp8CoCfyqQWoFqRF714L%7Eg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 6f3e9dcd6b55610155f57fa164024c63 PDF Text Text Cyrus W. Irish Auditorium <e> Lowell High School, 50 Morrisette Blvd, Lowell MA <e> 7:00pm � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Poster for Angkor Dance Troupe's annual residency fundraiser, 2017 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Poster for Angkor Dance Troupe's 2017 annual residency fundraiser, Preah Thoung Neang Neak: The Origin of Cambodian Wedding. (L - R) Virginia Prak, Channa Sath, and Sophy Leng wear traditional full classical dance costume. The residency took place October 20 and 21, 2017 at the Cyrus W. Irish Auditorium at Lowell High School. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 28.3 x 18.1 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i011 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Cambodians Origin of Cambodian Wedding Posters Preah Thoung Neang Neak https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/2cc73ba63bbaec340fdbdd8e4bf4cb5f.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=ETNyN4mY7jdF2%7E%7EsY3434rgKsaYRkhABenV6DkCbqn3K1xjIhJUYH3rWBQgUCxnXlcsZNyu%7EReQK9ncT9uyeGvFPUdEyNJtroOaiwrJLGCfRytd8vzlHjJzYAVJivbnrDL12ppVQ7ff%7EOOguljA4PY0B-gDCUsip%7E7nl7YW3COsfp0OLVKbM-z86ndANWUl%7EweH39yMtsS-ao3HnmvAvXlrJH0JCVZqUrkc578xN0qetahYpyhJ1ngmQpXr2bw5%7Eec1Jz0ujkHhKgF6uylIy0LunQ-kbYOP1nirk9pJEvO3yUXl4mM7tKQKUc85NEyTxsjdtjsZa8mTguT1k4N27eA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 872d2dd1227ab9bd12be1400e4c818fd PDF Text Text ��Dear Paul Marion & UMass Lowell, Thank you for your generous support to the Angkor Dance Troupe s 25th Anniversary premier of Apsara Dancing Stones. 1 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe thank you card to Paul Marion, 2011 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Card from Angkor Dance Troupe sent to Paul Marion thanking Marion for supporting ADT's 25th anniversary event where Apsara Dancing Stones premiered.  Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2011 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 4 p.; 14 x 21.7 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i010 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Apsara Dancing Stones Cambodians Cards https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/b464c419279f9c7c055d39d39ddd7430.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=jUNVcUjrzFgczc-vXrbtzQEWYVknjf8uXePyQSr6358gLCySsrO8M5b7s-Af2Cnz56vdLDnvI1ypOSHqgLdNwGCCdnIQJrzTz85IYHkBsWigrlTM9NXPHtPTL9XzMSsxG7HkCPdrcs3TAik-5HpbMxul0Lh9AxC45GS%7E4nYsa9UXJy92AyEqr48rvNHarpBK7yQ0pXR62E5xoPTAuzPBC3QgWxeNdnVVaBb7Q5zPlY9XwgLCUpvJyUsC5Fj7SLvYM5OyVxqywIfivUrhSshvvvnvhkcsFHgGNuTPcQ6Zdg4Wtp5AjXMiQD9ssOuj3TXDtw8CKHohDdkg80kqoiJiMg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 00ea91b2d18aa9e02c08fa0e47ffb46c PDF Text Text 0 !!f"tm~~f Att5kor Dattce Troupe, lttc. 2orn ANNNERSARY FUNDRAISING BANQUET NOVEMBER. 3, 2006 1'ttx11 ~" Hi?Jt!it1 ~ Rt!i:JS s &sH11 Hitt) Pl.11~;/,,t1 �0 l!JUfmHRf Att5kor Datte~ Tro~p~. lttc. 20th Anniversa~ Fun~raising Banquet You are cordially invited to the Angkor Dance Troupe's 2Qth Anniversary Fundraising Banquet. With stunning performances from the award-winning troupe, live band, silent auction, and a five -course meal, this evening should not be missed! Date: Time: Location: Cost: Friday, November 3, 2006 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunnyda Restaurant 454 Chelmsford Street Lowell, MA 01851 $45 in advance/$50 at the door R.S.V.P by October 27, 2006 For tickets and information: (978) 590-5654 or tim@angkordance.org If you are not able to attend, but would like to forward a tax-deductible donation, checks can be made payable to: Angkor Dance Troupe PO Boxl553 Lowell, MA 01853 Please be sure to check if your organization has a matching gift program - it's a great way to increase the value of your donation! � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th anniversary fundraising banquet invitation, 2006 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A invitation to Angkor Dance Troupe's 20th anniversary fundraising banquet. One side has a photograph of (L - R) Nadia Noeuk and Sophy Leng in traditional classical male and female costumes of the Sentimental Expression Dance. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 2 p.; 21.6 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i009 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Cards Sentimental Expression Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/c4c09eb7546d461076c0120109ce17d3.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=TA1LUfjx4hvlH05jbokB4ZI4newC0GF0BCfr554ERQsOrv2Zf1R9pMBN%7Ees1hXMdPna%7E35TBuDM1ti2nAUWTlOHlleEVOH8PbrXC0-OL-9U2M%7EmgrB10sP8QE1utgMqIg3XbZiwcpt-XoTP7XoB%7Eoq083LZTcQPSL6fRrlYWJo8CnLv%7EdsPrGyuqnwA06jmUMJr99ri7CUFr4pFRYMpuVmjjswNCSyO0xoKBDUb3vGX7ow4Fve9L-uLxRS-utrZx26CfvEGA-ca%7EL7QqFqaENMQnn3j0gPUFFNEUMXSwC9IYd6IXGCj1V0R74sRbHG10qBj63AMBsS-7ZrtOyT8p7w__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 6d8212737c48fdd890430067b945d20a PDF Text Text �0 t11;sn;:at~s Att5ltor Dattcc Troupc, lttc. Annual c:fundrais1i13 c;;:yzitner CW!th live pe!formcmcesjirJm the hi§hlp acclaimed <Yambodicm <Y!a:ssiccrl &' cfolk c:Bcmce <YrJmpcmp, Angkor c:Bcmce rcroupe and dinner b~t catered bp the award-winning- <Yambodicm/ cfrench cuisine, "rche C!iiejJhcmt CWcrlk, "this evening- shrJuld nrJt be missed cU'ark pour ccrhndars!!! O<!JattJ dndap, ®cttJber 21, 200S 1JimtJ ?00 pm - 1l00 pm cM!. ~leastJJl! c2;tJf<Ylub 33 CffJtaple CffJtreet ~well of;[d 0!8Sl $30 per a-dub, $10 per ch&/ (!ithnic/ dtJrmal CWear 62tJcatitJ11.. <9tJst Attire.. 12/ease @(GS 07'E bp ®cttJber 13, 200S GffJr tickets and it!formatifJn, please cal/ 61 l-(}{}3-3.lfOlf fJr wnte {(}, duepkfJ!@hfJ!mm!CrJm cf§!!pou are nfJt able to make the cel.ebratifJn and would like tfJ forward a tca;-deduct1bl.e CrJntnbutitm, checks can be made papable M An3kor 00Jance 'Groupe, ~®. ~oz I SS3, 62.owe!I, oU.b\ 0! 8S3 12/ea:se be sure tfJ check !fpfJur fJ'§anization ha:s a matchin3 gi.Ji pmgr{[/11 - its a great wap M build fJn fJurjimdraisin3 tJorts! � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's annual fundraising dinner invitation, 2005 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource An invitation to Angkor Dance Troupe' annual fundraising dinner. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 2 p.; 19.8 x 12.9 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i008 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Cards https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/6ddb33123cdb5d044d6d971de462941c.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=fwYwPOyEwoJy03Q29t9voSTBnVqt8e6HRWIo9w3cnVH7s9Rsmigwa0LctPNJ5Niy1EWOP%7EHGFAsbDJxzhR8REqiPuR-CcDxcRGNDc1rQEsSbpwy4pmFu9xznHpJll9SXsVXxfMod3lFRvkb14IMb88pQjSRRcczsu34IlDw0xYApKsVUPkLPXa-QV7gPQum0SJhdUVZrpF7ebT3-wBNMbQCv29LeAUaBw-Af5A5W7KVvWOIy5mm6kp%7EhPtoUETtNprFddgLrqCnjn6EitGfeD6XlvVLcsQlfOR5g6eCdVokhNeQhp7gwK67O4x4RIhQFpzYzMNc11RXnojWrnOfVPQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM e5fbdc713bb15577cf053cf0f1c12f17 PDF Text Text Friday, April 7, 2017 Sompao Meas Hall - 450 Chelmsford Street, Lowell, MA 6:00-9:00pm Program, Performances, Raffles 9:00pm-12:00am Dancing and Celebration ' for tickets and sponsorship information, please visit www.angkordance.org I info@angkordance.org I 978.275.1823 �Founded in 1986 by a group of Cambodian refugees with a passion for Khmer performing arts came together in Lowell, Massachusetts, with the sole purpose of reviving a culture once almost lost, Angkor Dance Troupe (ADT) was formed to preserve and develop the traditions of Cambodian performing arts. Now, 30 years later, what began as an idea in the basement of a home has grown to an organization of 10 dedicated staff and over 100 volunteers. Nationally recognized as one of the most accomplished U.S.-based Cambodian traditional arts ensembles, the Troupe is directed by world-renowned master teachers and performs a body of work developed by the Royal University of Fine Arts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Cambodian culture continues to thrive here in Lowell through the generations of students who have been enfolded into the journey ADT has travelled. Each year over 20,000 people enjoy performances by ADT, which also reaches over 1,000 through a quarterly newsletter, and in the past 30 years ADT has instructed over 4,500 youth in classical Cambodian dance and arts. We continue to receive national attention, including recognition by the National Endowment of the Arts, a performance at the White House, a major role in the award-winning documentary Monkey Dance, and television segments on the Travel Channel with Andrew Zimmerman, WGBH's Neighborhood Kitchens, and Chronicle. The ADT youth of the past have become today's leaders, and they carry with them the legacy of the magnificent Cambodian culture of performing arts. To celebrate this milestone, ADT's anniversary celebration on April 7, 2017 will establish an endowment to ensure that today's youth will become future leaders of the community, overcoming challenges with creativity and innovation. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe's 30th Anniversary Celebration invitation, 2017 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A postcard size invitation to Angkor Dance Troupe's 30th Anniversary Celebration. The back of the card has the organization's biography. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 2 p.; 12.1 x 17.3 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Texts Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i007 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Cambodians Cards https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/a2ecd4a4dbe42d4ea3610220108a4e37.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=KKQsksSyDzJEWDT4VO3s-%7EmnaR1Z7koxC9x9ikZ2Uhfj7jU3D4VHzSRwwOBCIPlRqNT9XJup3qChA2r5okWT4RxaMLMyC5IBXXNH3HEBGiLINrFJklz3Z0QOGfVm9Y73O6mtkirJzK7bfFyvuDDjygC26v6Ba-TXjf0iXKFDzxbF9LOVoPCKipWMTCyqU5Abho6LImVnl8QTZ4AQ1PyClf7Eix8%7EobPMHsflGNt2I8snxmPSoFLqTUe-I-irN9iy9cgOII%7EOO2F3U9yEVjzznJZFMNrhEKqMCqwMOleeqTaQ1NBtTiitk%7ERRqzGieoTonHAMWc62EGXxXzEHPzSazQ__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM ca7bc1e83426c92d41d0d6416cf18819 PDF Text Text 0 tf1~fmH~f Att5ltor Dattce T rol-fpe~ lttc. 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We are especially pleased to have two young exceptionally gifted artists from Cambodia, Ms . Srey Peov Phoeun and Mr. Sinat Nhok, student leaders from the Cambodian Living Arts , a project of Marion Institute, as our special guests along with special performances by the nationally acclaimed Angkor Dance Troupe. Enjoy delicious Southeast Asian food , music and dancing as well as silent auction special prizes and 50/50 cash raffle. Thi evining Program Welcoming guests & Cash Bar ................................. 6:00 PM "Cambodian Refugee Poetry" Book Signing by Samkhann Khoeun ... 6: 15 PM Silent Auction for Special Prizes ........................ 6:30 PM Cambodian & Southeast Asian Dinner................ ... 7:15 PM Special Presentation by Cambodian Artists, Srey Peov Phoeun & Sinat Nhok.............................. 7:45 PM ance by ~ n gkor <F>anciz Troupiz ...8: 10 Performance by ~ngkor PM Ballroom ... 8:45 PM 50/50 Cash Raffle .................... 9:10 PM DJ Music & Social Dancing ...... 9:30 PM The End ........................... 12:00 AM RSVP & Info: Angkor Dance Troupe P.O. Box 1553 - Lowell, MA 01853 .275 . 1823 - Email: Tim@angkordance.org �~plleial PrllS\Zntation of Cambodian 'Rllf US\Zll Polltry d3ook & ~mot The political and military whims of the superpowers fractured the gentle land of Cambodia, ultimately claiming the lives of one-fourth of the population in one of the worst genocides of the twentieth century. These tragic stories have made the dangerous journey from the Killing Fields of Cambodia, to the makeshift shelters along the Cambodian-Thai border, to the Refugee Holding Centers in Thailand, the Philippines and Indonesia, and finally to communities in countries around the world, where traumatized Cambodian refugees resettled , seeking freedom and opportunity. The poems were handwritten by the late Venerable Ly Van , who was a survivor of the Cambodian holocaust and a refugee himself. They are beautifully written , poignant, and filled with richness of Cambodian culture and history. "O! Maha Mount 'Vangrek: Poetry of Cambodian 'R.ef ugee experiences" book is a testament to the hardship and ugliness of war, as well as to the resilience of the survivors who have struggled for the past thirty years to find peace in their hearts, justice for those lost, and healing for the Cambodian survivors and refugees themselves. Special book signing by editor/publisher, Samkhann C. Khoeun , along with special presentation by two Cambodian artists, Ms. Srey Peov Phoeun and Mr. Sinat Nhek will be held on Friday, April 9, 2010 from 6:15 pm at Sompov Meas Hall in Lowell, Massachusetts. �0 1!1gsmf4~t Att5kor Dattcc Troupc, lttc. iii>1iUSS:QS~~S~~ & nsji&'\SG~&'\55 KHMER NEW YEAR CELEBRATION & BANQUET 1',.J llJfi.!Lfi sg 5im1f01 w1:10~0 Ci 0 "' Friday, April 9, 2010 N ~ : oo~u - ~l:l : oornunu; 6:00 PM - 12:00 Midnight SOMPOV MEAS HALL - 450 Chelmsford Street; Lowell, MA. Please RSVP by Friday, April 2, 2010 I will attend _ _ __ ,I will not attend _ _ __ Number of adult(s)._ · _ , · Number of children Total Cost: $ _ _ _ __ Please print name clearly~---'----------------Contact phone number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ E-mail _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ KEEPING TRADITIONAL CAMBODIAN PERFORMING ARTS ALIVE Annual special event covers about 10% of our operating costs. We hope you will consider a gi~ that will directly benefit hundreds of young children and youth who attend weekly dance practices and cultural enrichment classes at the Mogan Cultural Center of the Lowell National Historical Park. Yes, I would like to make a tax deductible gi~ to ADT in the amount of: 0$250 0$100 0$50 0$25 OOther _ _ _ _ _ _ __ OCheck Enclosed Please return in the enclosed envelope Or call (978) 275-1823 and RSVP to Tim Thou, Program Director & Co-founder. Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc.NP. 0. Box 1553; Lowell, Massachusetts 01853 Email: Tim@angkordance.org N visit us at: www.angkordance.org �0 tr:~smf4Rt. . ·· A115kor Dattcc T roMpc, lttc. Preserving & Promoting Cambodian Dance Traditions Since 1986 Deborah Nelson, President Linda Sou, 1 •t Vice-President Samkhann C. Khoeun, 2 "dVice-President Joan Gendron, Treasurer Margaret Ouellet, Secretary Doeun "Duey" Kol Elaine McKinnon Sochenda Uch Tim Thou, Co-founder & Program Director Phousita S. Huy, Artistic Director Vandara Chun, Ballroom lnstrutor Rosalie Williams, Assistant Program Director Samnang Hor, Youth Coordinator/Dance Instructor Jim Conlon, Performance/Out Rea<;h Assistant Peter Veth, Assistant Artistic Director Pech Heung, Classical Dance Master Bin Phan, Khmer Music Master/Instructor Kolab Thou, Costume Design Assistant Eleanor Rizzo, Web Master Randy Koung, Office Assistant <Cll.at§§lL<e.atll & lFollk. JDl;aurnoe ll1rn§tt1ructo1 rn Brendan Vuong Brianna Mai Channa Sath Emily Horn Kalya lek Monica Veth Sopaul Hem Sophorl Ngin Sophy Leng Angkor Dance Troupe NP. 0 . Box 1553 Lowell, Massachusetts 01853 978-275-1823 N Email: Tim@angkordance.org Website: www.angkordance.org � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Cambodian New Year and 23rd Annual Angkor Dance Troupe fundraiser invitation, 2010 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource A four-page Cambodian New Year and 23rd Annual Angkor Dance Troupe fundraiser invitation. Includes a mail-able reservation card for the event. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2010 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 6 p.; 21.8 x 14 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i006 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2010-2019 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/30dad05fd1712fe00312c3645a779520.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=sjfG89MwwmYC8miDwNNPoQDRO-IlCHqF3LyV8o260yqE-%7ESE4-hK4qeSK0MCBJt81bVtyCdpvkNu8rr6cu8HdPkloXxafbcl268Lwa4NQcnZmovajVeO%7EstpAjD%7EBkIZFCyenpCH2H5oy7s4K84oZIBQxBkuUi42kvwW8LAHB1mhufRtdcjYoaEZDGjYrmxxG-VA97oVA9X4C3jBTDhcPTHDDL4XxgM-7Ot2SVx-A0%7E6EZyRj-8tUMSLU7JXsihwfRB3puzrSBgMo7tkn-hKpCXLpHJTqGHYI-s78QPxyKhrikm88yGM8Nj5Qh2lzUjitajVzK0pUBHWOcz34VbhxA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 91733d002b3085770f154a97bd706d46 PDF Text Text � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe flyer, 2000? Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Description An account of the resource Flyer with information on how to book Angkor Dance Troupe to perform at events. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000? Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 1 p.; 13.9 x 10.9 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i005 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 2000-2009 Cambodians Ephemera https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/051da4c7a10ac3e347a877de96fc98da.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=ljKbIEbUAhmJMEKXEaVHj0D7XWq9T5znscjIDRvNiwIO6EMI1%7E%7ENNrdRjw0CGhItIsWcta3ciHLrzcnJNd7vLcMtIwb5hFp%7EgyXi9xP984Yw6JpH%7EIwST535WprkxjBhdcT3X0NfF2WBNoKzt5xMDUOIkdiGtkVBbfnCEozPZroyXA5gjHRiapYNEgZIBbB5hgfz146sqfHtLFFAWUzWwSfhr14D0KB7aJuoE3pVcVw4cBGUT3TrEAjYF%7EnAj4AVCE0Q%7EOCUK9Pd4LgOKEbfWuXfGQmJ%7EEUJ74VfLVxaDkzpucrwmPTu3N%7E%7E-DDP1Uu5nRAUMhlYdEZo3BIqopXJcg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 71b484c294f4616f37f61d2349bc0db6 PDF Text Text Attgkor Dattcc T ro~pc Cambot>iatt dassical & Folk Dattce �The Angkor Dance Troupe is a nationally recognized non-profit Cambodian arts agency. Angkor Dance Troupe, P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01852 . Photograph: "The Fan Dance" by Andrew Page Postage Required � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe postcard, 1999 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Postcards Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe postcard. One side is a photograph of Linda Chan Flynn (left) and (unknown first name) Sreng (right) performing "The Fan Dance." Andrew Page is credited as the photographer. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1999 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 2 p.; 10.2 x 15.3 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i004 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 1990-1999 Cambodians Cards Fan Dance https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/37070/archive/files/fe9c83f74db14554746b44fb369754ea.pdf?Expires=1780531200&Signature=NySqnZSFd2ok1YuoiTnuqHr8Cw%7E6-TT-EToR3-H-4l3bnTu5DP3u4z2PQaCVxefvObE3A%7EiOaE2396y49h1RAtuiV6FeqMsBShpW7p-93yEtoMSvBxVPg4NHmyk%7EE6pwYkvL8mr3mvC8u%7EN02ZI5WtBjp2nltSzRLYKu3ACoiEFYGrBqCtUMVv-zphPF-JK0G8dkN%7EU1SJ-26NTwRLHJ59SaLGFkbKSz5P7q1AF1cVjWK89E1JjngZ6P5Oy8Q46R0bf6CuUH5VC6mvxOs7M6rpXBmnM-VG7N8oEOp7OmjSmwb8UvJm0ypHWhKFcrypImo99-kHf9a4X84fIdM-3Pvg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM bf2238186f548090c930a1a55f9380ba PDF Text Text Att5kor Dattce T rol.fpe Cambot>iatt dassical & Folk Dattcc �The Angkor Dance T roupe is a nationally recognized non-profit Cambodian arts agency. Angkor Dance T roupe, P.O. Box 1553, Lowell, MA 01852. Photograph: "Swva Pol" by Kevin Harkins. Postage Required � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection, 1991-2017. UML 5. Center for Lowell History, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA. Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving the traditions of Cambodian performing arts while providing a positive social and educational environment for their young members. The collection includes financial records, board of directors records, correspondence, program files, and photographs. <br /><br />View the collection finding aid for more information, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>.<br /><br />Part of the collection is accessible on this site. <br /><br />-------------------- <br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their work in making this collection available online: Monita Chea, Soumeng Chea, Julia Huynh, and Vivien Zhuo. <br /><br />SEADA would like to thank the following individuals for their help with describing photographs, dating items, and identifying individuals featured in photographs and other materials: Linda Chan Flynn, Emaly Horn, Khakhada Horn, Channa Sath, and Tim Thou. Relation A related resource The collection finding aid, <a href="https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://libguides.uml.edu/uml5</a>. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angkor Dance Troupe postcard, 1999 Subject The topic of the resource Community organization Dance--Cambodia Lowell (Mass.) Nonprofit organizations Postcards Description An account of the resource Angkor Dance Troupe postcard. One side is a photograph of the "Swva Pol" dance (or the Monkey Dance) with photograph credit to Kevin Harkins. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1999 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource UMass Lowell Library makes this material available for private, educational, and research use. It is the responsibility of the user to secure any needed permissions from rights holders, for uses such as commercial reproductions of copyrighted works. Contact host institution for more information.  Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 2 p.; 10.2 x 15.3 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context uml5_b05_f01_i003 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell, Massachusetts 1990-1999 Cambodians Cards Monkey Dance Swva Pol Dance