Dances
Dance Forms We Celebrate
Stick
The Pestle Dance (Robam Kurs Ang-re or Robam Angre) is a traditional Cambodian folk dance from Kompong Thom province, performed during the full moon at the end of the harvest. Featuring two performers using pestles and mortars, the dance mimics the rhythmic process of rice processing through synchronized, choreographed movements that celebrate agricultural traditions.
More than an artistic display, the dance is a cultural ritual of gratitude, symbolizing the bond between Cambodian farmers and their heritage. It expresses thanks for a successful harvest, with joyful music and clapping reflecting communal relief and happiness. The intricate gestures and rhythms preserve Khmer cultural identity, highlighting the significance of agriculture in rural Cambodian life.
More than an artistic display, the dance is a cultural ritual of gratitude, symbolizing the bond between Cambodian farmers and their heritage. It expresses thanks for a successful harvest, with joyful music and clapping reflecting communal relief and happiness. The intricate gestures and rhythms preserve Khmer cultural identity, highlighting the significance of agriculture in rural Cambodian life.