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Event listings:
Tonight Tuesday at Meta House, Speak Out Sisters presents the opening of Stories of Sisters, an exhibition featuring the work of 20 Cambodian painters and a handful of local and foreign photographers. Artworks by Ngoun Roza, Khoem Sopheap, Chann Adet, Khorn Khim, Kan Rathna, Ron Sreyroth, Net Srey Touch, Eav Mary, Heng Kimhour, Soth Channavy, Pov Rathna, Samang Kachna, Kchao Touch, Chhan Dina, Kaeou Sreypov, Anida Youe Ali, Bung Reaksa, Hour Seyha, Ot Veasna, Kong Vollak, Chan Phoun, Voddka, Van Chhorvorn, Thang Sothea and many others; photography by Choun Sopheap, Steve Porte, Nicolas Lainez and Tim Page. An accompanying festival of short films by women will run Thursday – Sunday, 7 pm.
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Wednesday 30, Comedy in Cambodia presents the return of Stand-Up Unscripted at Speak Easy Theater/The Box Office. From 7.30 pm.
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Friday 1 to Sunday 3, the Khmer Literature Festival will be held at Kampong Cham.
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Coming on Friday 1 and Saturday 2 to Institut Francais is Black Water, a contemporary dance theatre piece by Silverbelle Dance Company. “Stretching down his right hand, he touched the earth and summoned her to be his witness. Twisting her long hair, she then created the floods of water, washing away his demons towards enlightenment.” 7 pm. Tickets $10
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Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 at The Ground Market in Chbar Ampov is Phsar Art 2024, featuring a wide range of artists and art collectives. From 10 am to 6 pm both days.
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From Saturday 2 at Raintree is Modern Architecture: Echoes and Reflections, “a major exhibition dedicated to exploring the rich heritage and lasting impact of the New Khmer Architecture movement, in collaboration with the Vann Molyvann Project and NK-A. The exhibition presents rare, previously unseen architectural materials from the Vann Molyvann Project and the Vann Molyvann Private Collection, showcasing eight pivotal yet lesser seen projects by nine Cambodian and international architects. Alongside these, the exhibition features contemporary artworks inspired by this architectural legacy, created by seven local and regional artists.” Until 2 December, 8 am to 6 pm Monday – Saturday.
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On Saturday 2 at The Box Office, Comedy in Cambodia presents of Comedic Stylings with a host of local comedians. 7.30 pm.
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In early December Phnom Penh Players will present performances of the Arthur Miller play A View From A Bridge at Blue Chili Bar. Ticket information coming soon.
Ongoing….
Exhibitions:
Anantara Angkor Resort (Siem Reap)
Kbach Comeback, a solo exhibition by artist Kanika, opens Wednesday 23. “Khmer Kbach refers specifically to the ornamentation often seen above doorways and on ancient temples. It also entails certain movements, such as those of the traditional Apsara dancers, and is seen as conveying a spiritual.”
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The Gallerist
Continuously rolling collection of works by mostly Cambodian artists. Currently featuring Vibrations, by Luna Kol. “Her latest series is inspired by the soundtrack of the film 2046 by Wong Kar Wai.” Until 31 October.
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Meta House
Speak Out Sisters presents the opening of Stories of Sisters, an exhibition featuring the work of 20 Cambodian painters and a handful of local and foreign photographers. Artworks by Ngoun Roza, Khoem Sopheap, Chann Adet, Khorn Khim, Kan Rathna, Ron Sreyroth, Net Srey Touch, Eav Mary, Heng Kimhour, Soth Channavy, Pov Rathna, Samang Kachna, Kchao Touch, Chhan Dina, Kaeou Sreypov, Anida Youe Ali, Bung Reaksa, Hour Seyha, Ot Veasna, Kong Vollak, Chan Phoun, Voddka, Van Chhorvorn, Thang Sothea and many others; photography by Choun Sopheap, Steve Porte, Nicolas Lainez and Tim Page.
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MiMü
Mini-Museum of Contemporary Art at Meta House features research, knowledge sharing, workshops, and visual presentations through various media, showcasing videos, prints, installations, and fine arts through interactive events and live performances.
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The Plantation
Happy Painting: The Joyful Art of Stef, an exhibition by Stephane Delapree. Until 21 November
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, in partnership with Tribe Cambodia, has opened an exhibition of works by Khmer artists that will run to the end of the year, featuring a rotation of leading Cambodian artists displayed in public areas of the hotel. Currently showing is Empire, the new solo show by artist Nak Noy. Until 12 December. Media: Kiripost
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Raintree
Modern Architecture: Echoes and Reflections, “a major exhibition dedicated to exploring the rich heritage and lasting impact of the New Khmer Architecture movement, in collaboration with the Vann Molyvann Project and NK-A. The exhibition presents rare, previously unseen architectural materials from the Vann Molyvann Project and the Vann Molyvann Private Collection, showcasing eight pivotal yet lesser seen projects by nine Cambodian and international architects. Alongside these, the exhibition features contemporary artworks inspired by this architectural legacy, created by seven local and regional artists.” Until 2 December, 8 am to 6 pm Monday – Saturday.
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The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
On the Inside, a solo exhibition of paintings by Sor Sophany.
Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio. Rolling exhibitions.
Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
Green Umbrage, an exhibition by painter Chea Sereyroth. Until 3 November.
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Space Four Zero
Prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, CDs and vinyl. Open daily.
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Sra’Art
Chaotic Harmony, an art exhibition by Anya Minko. “Anya’s debut solo exhibition displays vibrant, free-flowing paintings that merge abstract expressionism, cubism, and surrealism with street art influences. Each piece in this collection is an experiment inspired by the one before, evolving organically with overlapping figures and intricate linework that unravel complex narratives. Her art moves fluidly from one idea to the next, with bold colors and dynamic shapes layering together, inviting viewers into a multi-dimensional exploration of form, emotion, and perspective.” Media: Phnom Penh Post
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Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Reopened in their new location, 655 Hup Guan Street. Media: Kiripost
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Villa Gallery
Through The Lens, a new solo exhibition by Chhim Sothy. Until 20 November. “The exhibition explores a rich tapestry of societal and human experiences across various settings—urban life, rural landscapes, natural scenery, mountains, the lives of fishermen, and the essence of Buddhism. Chhim Sothy captures the beauty and complexity of nature and life all around us, transforming these scenes into art that resonates deeply with the viewer.”
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Regular events, classes, sessions:
More Flamingos present art workshops on Thursday evenings from 6.30 pm at WILD
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Thursdays to Sundays at K’Atelier – art classes for all levels of experience.
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N o w h e r e Art Studio
A range of arts and crafts workshops mostly on weekends.
A weekly class in life drawing for kids with Anastasia at Pteah Chas Community.
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Khmer Architecture Tours conducts Sunday architecture tours in Phnom Penh to promote the understanding of modern architecture in Cambodia, focusing on buildings erected after independence in 1953, described as ‘New Khmer Architecture’, while setting these in the historical context of Phnom Penh. Here is the schedule for August – December 2024.
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