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Event listings:
Currently on display at SNA Arts Management is Cycle of Life, an exhibition by Tith Kanitha. Until 20 March.
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On Tuesday 20 Meta House will host a book launch, short film screenings and talk by Matthew Robinson, author of My Cambodia. From 7.30 pm.
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On Wednesday 21 at Institut Francais is the opening of an exhibition by illustrator Sera. “Through his original artwork and reproductions of selected illustrations, (re)discover Sera’s iconic projects as a cartoonist, his work on The Anarchist, and the first glimpses of his upcoming book.”
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On Thursday 22 Sra’Art present a closing night event for the photographic exhibition by Cambodian Lightwares, Six Visions, One Pulse, featuring works by Miguel Jerónimo, John Dylan Rubis, Roberto Crucitti, Pavel Lipski, Conor Wall and Kol Vicheka. From 6 pm.
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Also on Thursday 22, the Institut Francais presents Quel destin, a contemporary dance performance by SilverBelle.
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On Friday 23 Meta House host a meet the artist event with German abstract painter Manuela Karin Knaut.
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On Saturday 24 Comedy in Cambodia present a night of French stand-up at The Box Office.
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Sunday 25 at The Box Office, Comedy in Cambodia presents Laughternoon, a live standup comedy showcase. From 2.30 pm.
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January 27 – 31 at F3 Gallery, Creative Generation artist in residence Mech Choulay is holding an open studio, 5 pm – 7 pm.
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On January 28 Meta House present a night of poetry and music featuring ‘Frisco’ Tony Pineda, Scott Bywater and more.
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Coming on February 6 to Bophana Center is Am I Lost, an exhibition by painter Chea Sereyroth. “Through layered visual elements, the work reflects personal memories and emotional landscapes, offering visitors a contemplative journey into the artist’s inner world.”
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Ongoing….
Exhibitions:
The Gallerist
Rolling exhibitions of mostly Cambodian artists. Currently on display is work by Nou Sary.
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GAATO Cafe des Arts
A Journey in Layers, an exhibition of paintings by Jasmine Lee.
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Meta House
Photographic exhibition, Chosen by Spirit by Petr Nabutov (Russia).
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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. Currently on display is Cambodians on Photographs: Faces Through Time, an exhibition featuring works by Choun Sopheap, Steven Gargadennec, Colin Grafton, Dylan Maddux, Sharon May, Roland Neveu and Steve Porte, alongside images from the book Photography in Cambodia by Nicholas Coffill.
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Plantation
Currently showing is Sketches from a Transformative Journey by Fernando Aceves Humana. “A vibrant exhibition showcasing not only Aceves’ paintings but also lithographs by various master artists from La Buena Impresión workshops, celebrating travel, culture, and creativity.” Until January 31.
Pteah Chas
Overlook, an exhibition by artist Morn Chear, curated by Hem Chansopheak. Until January 31.
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Raffles Grand Hotel D’Angkor (Siem Reap)
Current artist in residence is DinArt.
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The River Gallery (Siem Reap)
HOLY: 25 Cambodian Artists Defining Contemporary Discourse. “This exhibition represents a sacred space, hosting 25 Cambodians from ten different provinces across the country. Many of the artists have relocated to larger cities from their homelands, yet their stories echo their upbringing. The works presented here reflect what each deems holy—whether a deeply felt experience, a facet of something larger, or a tangible symbol of inspiration.” Artists exhibiting: Soeng Set, Sophany Sor, Soben Hour, Channarak Thy, Narath Sorm, Kosal Son, Salone Lon, Zak Houes, Karona Hoeuy, Ponleu Prom, Kanha Hul, Prum Ero, Ratha Sengly, Touch Khchao, Hak Bor, Sophy Sou, Channy Chhoeun, Sopheak Lach, Chear Morn, Seyha Hour, Rida Srun, Sary Nou, Daro Nout, Choulay Mech and Kaeu Sreypeou.
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Romchiek 5 Art Space
Battambang contemporary art studio. Rolling exhibitions. Media: Le Petit Journal (FR)(June 2025)
Rosewood Phnom Penh
TRIBE Cambodia presents a new exhibition, Seven, featuring the worksworks of seven artists, marking seven years of Tribe and seven years of Rosewood. The artists featured are Findac, Chan Dany, Nak Noy, Ponleu, Tito Educk, Tor Vutha and Li Mingh.
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Silapak Trotchaek Pneik / YK Art House
House on Fire, story and photography by V. Rattana. Until April 30.
Sosoro – Preah Srey Içanavarman Museum
The current temporary exhibition is Into the Light: the retrieved painting of Phnom Penh’s Silver Pagoda, paintings rediscovered in the Preah Keo Morkot Church. Open daily (except Monday) from 9 am – 6 pm.
Space Four Zero
Art gallery and vinyl lounge featuring prints, paintings, vintage posters, pop art, books, CDs and rare vinyl, collectables and groovy gifts. Open daily at new premises at #25 Street 240 near Street 19 (by The Shop and Red Apron)
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Stairwell Gallery
Collide: Bold Colours. Zero Boundaries. “An exhibition where typography, graphic design, and contemporary art crash together in a vibrant fusion of bold colour and fearless creativity.” Featuring works Ket Monnyreak, Alex Maul and Bruce McLean.
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Tribe Cambodia (Siem Reap)
Permanent showroom for works of Nak Noy.
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Regular events, classes, sessions:
N o w h e r e Art Studio (relocated to Maloop) occasional workshops.
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No Frame Party hosts weekend art workshops in a variety of forms at venues around Phnom Penh.
More Flamingos present art workshops on Tuesday 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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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 December 2025 – March 2026.
Kumnooh was established in May 2013 as a sister publication to LengPleng.com, the online music magazine for Cambodia, to provide basically a gig guide for the wider arts, covering art galleries, literature, dance, cinema, photography and now comedy.
Perhaps you would consider becoming a Friend of Kumnooh, where we ask venues, artists and/or individuals to show their support by making a small monetary contribution (12 months for $75, six months for $40 or three months for $25) to keep the lights on and to increase our coverage with articles and mini-profiles. In return you receive a boost in promotion, including a non-Facebook web page on our site for direct contact with the dedicated arts audience. Queries by return email – fabianhipp@kumnooh.com.
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