OUR BOARD
Chair
TUM Vira
“I feel privileged to be part of LKO, an organization that not only preserves and innovates Cambodia’s cultural heritage but also amplifies the voices of marginalized individuals through the powerful medium of theatre. Supporting LKO is an investment in a brighter, more inclusive future where storytelling unites and transforms communities. I am ready to contribute my expertise to further its remarkable mission.”
Executive Director, HelpAge Cambodia
Vice Chair
Professor Ashley THOMPSON
"Lakhon Komnit is a rare gem. It is a small community of people deeply dedicated to creating both art and social justice, unflinchingly aware of the challenges faced by so many in Cambodia today and buoyed by the growing community of people whose lives have been impacted by their work. I am honoured to count myself as one of them."
Hiram W. Woodward Chair in Southeast Asian Art, SOAS, University of London
Board Member
VUTH Lyno
"I'm honoured to be part of LKO. LKO creates an accessible and powerful theatre platform for women and marginalised groups to uncover and address systemic issues that affect them. This work is vital for the endeavour to foster a critical and resilient society."
Visual artist, curator, co-convenor of Chen Dam Daek Project
Board Member
Toni SHAPIRO-PHIM
“I am thrilled and honoured to serve on the Board of LKO. These days, as always, the strengthening and flourishing of community are of paramount importance. LKO’s programs contribute creatively to both, helping us all imagine and work towards a brilliant tomorrow.”
Professor and Chair of Creativity, the Arts, and Social Transformation at Brandeis University, USA
Board Member
CHIN Borey
“I’m inspired by how LKO uses artistic skill and experience to train community members to make and perform great theatre. Their plays make a real positive impact. People can change their lives, develop themselves, build confidence, advocate for themselves.”
CHIN Borey
Graphic designer, sales and marketing specialist
ADVISORS
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Technical Advisor (Non-Voting)
Bonny COOMBE
“At LKO I have seen the power of artistic representation in supporting people to reclaim their agency and transform their own lives. Through the combination of fierce determination, creative innovation, and unwavering commitment to ethical practice and inclusion, LKO has diversified participation in Cambodian theatre and ensured so many silenced voices are now heard. Amazing people doing courageous things, it’s a pleasure and a privilege to support them.”
Bonny is a theatre for individual and social change specialist from the UK, dedicated to supporting capacity building for grassroots Cambodian practitioners since 2013. She co-founded LKO in 2019 and served as its Managing Director from its inception until March 2026. As Technical Advisor, Bonny provides strategic support to the Board of Directors and the leadership team, focusing on board governance, grant management, and technical guidance on Theatre of the Oppressed methodology.