Classical Dancers of the Apsara Theatre, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Angkor Village’s Apsara Theatre has evening performances of classical dances. I asked the manager if I could take a few portraits after the artists had finished their show, and they said okay.

Classical Dancers of the Apsara Theatre, Siem Reap, Cambodia

To make things a challenge, I had about 5 minutes to photograph everyone, the external wall of their changing room to use as a background, and the only Khmer I knew was hello and thank you.

Classical Dancers of the Apsara Theatre, Siem Reap, Cambodia

I used the Profoto B1 to illuminate the darkness, and my tuk tuk driver as light stand and translator.  I asked them to look into the light, and captured a few quick pics.

Classical Dancers of the Apsara Theatre, Siem Reap, Cambodia