King Norodom Sihanouk of Cambodia has abdicated his throne in favor of his ballet-educated son, Prince Norodom Sihamoni. Here is a brief overview of the new king's background:

http://www.norodomsihanouk.info/royal_family/shmne.htm

Some kind of poetic echo of Ballet's courtly origins.

What company did he dance with? I have not seen any photos, I'm sure they have been put in safekeeping by now. Press mentioned he has been choreo'ing for the past few years in France.

Mike