Preah Chan Korob
Wednesday 15 September, 2010, 7 pm
CAMBODIA LIVING ARTS
Bauk Bot theatre
This theatre form is believed to have originated in the 18th century in Battambang Province. Lakhoan Bauk Bot was only performed in the presence of royal or noble families. The scenography and the actor's performance are sophisticated, unlike Bassac, Yike or Ape theatre forms. The actors must sing in advance of the music and have a good command of the 4500 movements of dance. The form disappeared during the time of Khmer Rouge regime and was re-introduced in 1998 by the Department of Culture and fine Arts with a Reamker performance at the Fifth "National Culture Day ".
Preah Chan Korob
On the way back from training in martial arts, Preah Chan Korop betrays the promise he made to his master and opens his gift before arriving at the destination. To his surprise, a beautiful woman comes out of this box. It's love at first sight. But is this love really strong or is it fragile?