The Royal Ballet of Cambodia

Overview

This film documents the work of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia. The first part features the company performing a dance on the legendary origins of Angkor; the second part covers a visit to the School of the Royal Ballet of Cambodia at the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. Scenes show dance instruction of both boys and girls, a dress rehearsal, costume design, and mask-making. The third part contains footage of the school's graduation ceremonies, including a presentation of novices to Queen Sisowath Kossmak Nearirath, patron of the school, and solo dance by Princess Norodom Buppha Devi.

Cast

K

Kem Bun Nak

Queen

S

Sam Sokhan

Preah Ket Mealea

S

Soth Leas

Preah Indra

Y

Yong Saphan

Preah Pisnokar

Norodom Buppha Devi

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