Lakhon Bassac

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Lakhon Bassac or Lakon Bassak (

hát bội from Chinese to Vietnamese!"[3]

Before the Democratic Kampuchea era, professional troupes performed in Phnom Penh, Battambang, Siem Reap and other cities, while amateurs staged shows at religious festivals. Unlike many other forms of traditional arts, it was not destroyed under the Khmer Rouge, but rather co-opted for propaganda purposes.[3]

Comedian performing the role of a giant in Lakhon Bassac

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