VOICED : Cambodian school catapults street kids to the Big Top

The Far Circus in Cambodia combines dramatic performances with live music and painting, featuring performers from challenging backgrounds. The Far Panyu Cellpack School, founded by former refugees, provides free education and arts training to disadvantaged youth, helping them overcome trauma and strengthen their community. The circus program allows students to perform professionally, raising funds for the school. Art is used as a tool for personal and cultural rebirth, addressing historical traumas like the Khmer Rouge genocide.

What makes the Far Circus unique compared to other circuses?

• Its location in a major capital city

• The background of its performers

• The use of only traditional music

• Its focus on animal acts

What was the primary reason for founding the Far Panyu Cellpack School?

• To provide regular education only

• To offer a place for professional circus training

• To help disadvantaged youth through arts and education

• To create a tourist attraction

How does the Far Panyu Cellpack School help its students?

• By providing them with jobs in the city

• By focusing solely on sports training

• By offering free education and arts specialization

• By sending them abroad for further studies

What is one of the themes addressed by the school's performances?

• The history of Cambodian cuisine

• The rise of global fashion trends

• The development of modern technology

• The Khmer Rouge genocide

How does the Far Circus contribute to the Far Panyu Cellpack School?

• By raising funds through its performances

• By organizing international tours

• By offering free tickets to students

• By providing scholarships to students