Tuk-tuks are THE way to get around Siem Reap for tourists. Everyone knows it. You’ve seen the sign boards on the backs of them advertising for various businesses in town. But Phare wanted to take the décor to the next level – and give something back to the drivers who...
Ever wondered what really goes on backstage at a show? So have we. We decided to poll our artists and get some of their backstage pre-performance routines to share with you. Many of their show preparations won’t surprise you, but there are some interesting things you...
Fire Acts at Phare Have you ever considered selecting a toy, soaking it in fuel, lighting it on fire, and twirling, tossing or moving it circular motions? Basically, this is the art of fire acts performing – manipulation/spinning of objects on fire – and the art is...
Juggling at Phare Have you ever been amazed by a circus artist continuously tossing any number of objects in the air one after the other and miraculously catching them? This beautifully smooth flow of keeping things moving through the air is the ancient circus art of...
What is that thing? We get lots of questions about this unusual circus tool and we wanted to clear up the mystery. Consisting of what looks like a big yo-yo spun on a string, tied between two sticks, the Diabolo evolved from the very similar “Chinese...
Contortion may be the most mysterious art in the circus. Contortionists are often viewed as having some sort of genetic, or physiological gift. Most people assume you have to start practicing as a child to build such skills. Well, it will certainly help to start...
