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Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc.
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.
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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
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Document describing various Khmer dances and performances, 2018-12-07
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Community organization
Dance--Cambodia
Nonprofit organizations
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A document listing and describing various Khmer folk and classical dances and other performances Angkor Dance Troupe has performed.
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Huy, Phousita Serey
Meas, Kimhan
Thou, Tim Chan
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Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection
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Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc.
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16 p.; 21.6 x 28
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Khmer
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history of Folk and Classical Dance
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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
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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!
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Lowell (Mass.)
Nonprofit organizations
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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.
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Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc.
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2006
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Lowell, Massachusetts
2000-2009
Cambodians
Cards
Sentimental Expression Dance
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Mistress of Ceremonies
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7:30 - 7:45pm
7:45 - 8:30pm
Opening Remarks
Sophy Suon
First Performance
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Angkor Dance Troupe annual fundraising dinner program, 2005
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Dance--Cambodia
Lowell (Mass.)
Nonprofit organizations
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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.
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Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc. Collection
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Angkor Dance Troupe, Inc.
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2005
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uml5_b05_f01_i017
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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
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�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
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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
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History and Background
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Angkor Era, Cambodian dancers and musicians have preserved,
cherished, and celebrated their art.
The Angkor Dance Troupe was formed
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in 1986 in Lowell, MA by two teachers
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refugee camps along the Thai-
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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.
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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.
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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.
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�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.
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New England as a leading
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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
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so intricate and close-fitting that
dancers have to be sewn into
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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
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�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.
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�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.
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the Angkor Dance Troupe
after a performance of
Tivea Propey, a dance
originally performed in
honor of Children's Day
in Cambodia.
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�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 .
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Many people have made valuable contributions to the
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Despite the difficulties and hardships1 they have never
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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.
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the dance, signifying friendship and courtship.
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of Cambodia. The Good Crops dance depicts a delightful episode of
choosing the fields for crops. 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
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�The Butterfly Dance
In Cambodia, a young Khmer hunter captures a butterfly, intrigued by its
color and motion. But when the hapless helpless creature begs for mercy,
he lets it go. And so the Butterfly Dance symbolizes both the curiosity and
the compassion of Cambodian people. The graceful gestures and polite
manner. The willingness to always help and support one another. And
above all, the desire to live in peace and harmony.
Moni Mekhala Dance
According to Cambodian legend, thunder and lightning result from the
eternal battle between the Goddess Moni Mekhala and her adversary,
the storm demon Ream Eyso. One of the most sacred dances in the
Cambodian classical repertory, Moni Mekhala is still performed as a
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�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.
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Pailin, which borders Thailand.
The dance is thought to bring
prosperity to villagers and for
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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uml5_b05_f10_i002
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Lowell, Massachusetts
2000-2009
Apsara Dance
Books
Butterfly Dance
Cambodians
Chhay Yam Dance
Chhoy Chhay Dance
Coconut Dance
Good Crops Dance
Khen Dance
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Peacock of Pailin Dance
Pestle Dance
Sentimental Expression Dance
Tep Monorom Dance