Join Khmer Maine and the Angkor Dance Troupe to experience the magic and wonder of classical Khmer dancing and folk music in the intimate setting of Mayo Street Arts. 

Apsara dancing is an ancient art dating back to the 7th century, with deep roots in Hindu and Buddhist mythology. Through performance and education, audience members will have the opportunity to learn the story and history of Apsara dancing, one of Cambodia’s national treasures. 

If you would like to sponsor this event, please visit khmermaine.org/khmer-new-year.

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Friday, April 8 | 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM; 90-minutes with an intermission.

Doors open at 7:00 PM

Tickets are available for $10 for youth (13 and under), $15 in advance, $18 at the door, and $22 for preferred seating (sliding scale available)

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ARTIST BIOS

Khmer Maine is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization working to improve the quality of life and the social and economic well-being of Cambodian people in Maine through cultural exchange, community building, and civic engagement.

Lowell-based Angkor Dance Troupe provides instruction, preserves Cambodian history, and spreads knowledge through its teaching of traditional Cambodian dance, music, history, and the Khmer language. It provides access and connection to Cambodian culture through a variety of classes. Through these classes and the high-quality performances by its dancers, ADT maintains the integrity of Cambodian performing arts and traditions while adapting to societal changes, and developing the next generation of dancers, teachers, mentors, and leaders.

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SLIDING SCALE ADMISSION POLICY

No one will be turned away for lack of funds; contact MSA at 207-879-4629 or info@mayostreetarts.org for information on our sliding scale admission policy.

COVID-19 POLICY

All patrons and staff attending events will need to show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (or negative test from within 48 hours) along with a matching photo ID. 

Audience members, staff, and volunteers will be asked to mask while not actively eating, or drinking.

Mayo Street Arts is committed to the safety of everyone at our events and will adhere to all Federal & Maine CDC guidelines on the day of the event. As we anticipate mid-season changes to our COVID-19 policy, please click here to visit our website and view the most current information.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Mayo Street Arts has a no refund policy for all reservations. In the event that MSA is forced to cancel an event due to weather, illness, etc., refunds will be offered via the Ticket Tailor platform.