The Octagon
Nonhyeon-dong
This club recently opened near the New Hilltop Hotel in Nonhyeon-dong. The venue offers a club stage, lounge bar and dining area in a hip and modern setting. Leave via exit 4 of Hakdong Station on subway line 7. Call (02) 516-8847 for more information.
Club Volume
Itaewon
Located in the Crown Hotel near Noksapyeong Station, Club Volume offers the finest venue for specially themed weekly events and world-class DJs. Club Volume was listed by TIME magazine among the “10 things to do in 24 hours in Seoul.” For more information, call 1544-2635.
Le Nuit Blanche
Cheongdam-dong
Formerly Club Answer, Le Nuit Blanche is a posh restaurant, theater and club. Located in front of the Hotel Prima in Cheongdam-dong, Le Nuit Blanche offers Cirque du Soleil-type performances. World-class DJs from all over the world perform at the club. For more information, call (02) 514-4311.
W.E. Listen
Samcheong-dong
This cafe reinterprets traditional Korean desserts. The menu not only offers American-style coffee but also sweet potato, sweet bean latte, a “hoddeok” pancake set, multi-grain lattes and more. Located near exit 1 of Anguk Station on subway line 3. For more information, visit www.westneast.co.kr or call (02) 739-0919.
Berlin Cafe & Lounge
Almost hidden atop a hill at the mouth of Itaewon, this terrace with a view offers deliciously themed dinner platters, strong cocktails and DJs on the weekends. The kitchen is open late and the waiting staff is attentive. The modern decor, floral touches and artistic ambience add to the dining experience. Call (02) 749-0903.
Once in a Blue Moon
Apgujeong-dong
Once in a Blue Moon is one of the best known jazz clubs in the city. It features live jazz sets from two different bands every night, usually starting at 7:30 p.m. It is located on the street between the Hakdong intersection and the Galleria intersection in Apgujeong-dong. For more information, call (02) 549-5490.
Naos Nova
Huam-dong
A wine bar and restaurant with a design so stunning that it was featured in several interior design magazines before its doors even opened to the public. For more information, visit www.naosnova.com. 448-120 Huam-dong Yongsan-gu, Seoul or call (02) 754-2202.
Platoon Kunsthalle
Platoon Kunsthalle is a cultural space where visitors can enjoy various facilities, including an event hall, library lounge, art studios, and a bar and restaurant. Open from Monday to Saturday from 11 to 12 a.m. DJ nights on Thursday and Friday from 10 p.m. Located near exit 10 of Hakdong Station on subway line 7. For more information, visit www.kunsthalle.com.
Gachi
Salsa enthusiasts can dance the night away here. To get to Gachi, get off at Apgujeong Station Line 3 and get out at exit 5. After walking past six streets, look for the Matilda Club and Bar on the seventh street, turn left and look for Gachi’s red-and-white sign. Gachi is open from Mondays to Fridays 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. For more information, call (02) 540-7087.
Kyotofu
With a stark, modern interior and unique menu options with tofu-based ingredients, this restaurant and sake lounge offers a hip dining experience. For more info, call (02) 749-1488.
Cultural shows
Korea House
Open run
Korea House regularly holds a series of traditional performances featuring dance, “pansori” (Korean opera) and more. Tickets cost 50,000 won. Located near exit 3 of Chungmuro Station, subway lines 3 and 4. For more information, call (02) 2266-9101.
Miso
Chongdong Theater
This Korean musical tells the romantic story of a young couple in the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910) falling in love with each other, describing the transformation of love as chronicling the four seasons and using Korean musical instruments and dance. The musical was created in 2008, and the second version has been running since 2010. Tickets cost 30,000 to 50,000 won. For more, call (02) 751-1500.
Kim Duk-soo's Traditional Yeonhui Performance 'Pan'
Gwanghwamun Art Hall
“Pan,” which opened in May 2008, is a traditional Korean performance expressing on stage a Korean clown's joyful and pleasant emotions in harmony with traditional instruments, drama and circus acts. Since its first performance in 2008, the theater has prepared a new version of the show and opened it to the public in 2009. Tickets cost 30,000 to 50,000 won. Located near exit 1 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3. Call (02) 722-3416.
Yoo Young-kuk
Gallery Hyundai Gangnam branch
Through June 17
To mark the 10th anniversary of the death of Yoo Young-kuk, who is synonymous with abstract painting in Korea, the gallery will present some 60 paintings of the artist. As one of the first-generation in Abstract artists, Yoo's paintings are known for the bold color and the geometric shapes. Admission is 5,000 won for adults and 3,000 won for students and senior citizens. Hours are from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m. every day except Mondays. For more information, call (02) 519-0800.
A Story of Northern European Furnitures: Finn Juhl 100 Year Exhibition
Daelim Museum
April 26-Sept. 23
Daelim Museum is exhibiting designs of Finn Juhl, a Scandinavian furniture master. The exhibition will be from collections of Oda Noritsugu, who is a world's renowned chair collector. Juhl's most famous desk, chair, cabinets, and other furniture designs will be displayed differently every month, providing an opportunity for the audience to experience Scandinavian designs in greater depth. Admission is free. Located near exit 3 of Gyeongbokgung station subway line 3. For more information, call (02)720-0667 or visit www.daelimmuseum.org.
Lee Jae-min and Baik Yun-ki's Invitation
N Gallery
Through June 27
The exhibition will be held under the theme “love.” N Gallery will present Lee Jae-min and Baik Yun-ki’s very first art works, which express warmness. Admission is free. For more information, call (070) 7430-3323 or visit www.ngalleryart.com.
Art Folly 2012: Cubrick
National Museum of Contemporary Art
Through June 30
The National Museum of Contemporary Art has opened an exhibition “Art Folly 2012: Cubrick,” which is composed of works by architect Kim Chan-joong. The exhibition is outdoors. The work was created by stacking 42 cubes made of fiber-reinforced plastic. This is a new type of public art presented by the museum. Admission is free. Located near exit 2 of Seoul Grand Park Station on subway line 4, then take the free shuttle bus or walk about 15 to 20 minutes. For more information and reservations, call (02) 2188-6000 or visit www.moca.go.kr.
Seoul in Rossetti's Eyes
Seoul Museum of History
Through July 1
Carlo Rossetti was an Italian diplomat who came to Korea 110 years ago at the age of twenty six. Despite his short stay of only 200 days, he has left a number of footprints in Seoul. The exhibition will display numerous photographs of Rossetti in Korea and with Koreans. Admission is free. For more information, call (02) 724-0274 or visit www.museum.seoul.kr.
Suh Do-ho: Home Within Home
Leeum Samsung Museum of Art
Through June 3
An active artist since the early 1990s, Suh Do-ho has held exhibitions at the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Serpentine Gallery. The graduate of Seoul National University, will have a solo exhibition featuring 43 installations, sculptures, drawings and videos. In the past Suh studied at Yale and the Rhode Island School of Design. Tickets cost 6,000 to 10,000 won. Located near exit 1 of Hangangjin Station on subway line 6. For more information, call (02) 2014-6901 or visit following website, www.leeum.org.
Jackie’s Capri Exhibition
Seoul Auction Gallery Gangnam
Through June 5
The notable brand, TOD’S, is holding a photo exhibition, which will display a meticulous selection images of Jackie Kennedy which were shot from year 1969 to 1973 by Settimio Garritano. The photos frame Jackie Kennedy on the island of Capri in Italy, which together was able to invent the brand TOD’S excellent quality and great elegance. Admission is free. For more information, call (02) 542-1743.
X _Sound
Nam June Paik Art Center
This exhibition explores the rediscovery of sound through the artworks of the late Paik Nam-june and John Cage who greatly influenced him. In 1960, John Cage opened a new era of music by not playing the piano during the concert. “X_Sound” offers not only installation pieces but also sound performances. Tickets cost 2,000 to 4,000 won. Located near exit 5 of Giheung Station on the Bundang subway line. Free parking available. For more information, call (031) 201-8512.
Residency
Seoul Art Space Geumcheon
Through June 12
The “Residency” exhibition is Kim Bo-joong’s individual art composed of his delicate evaluation of ordinary “residency.” His paintings illustrate the state of living, not roaming. A characteristic of his paintings is he “un-camouflages” attributes most would prefer to hide. Admission is free. Located near exit 1 of Doksan Station on subway line 1. For more information, call (02) 807-4800.
Middlemen: Oh Hein-khun's solo exhibition
Artsonje Center
Artsonje Center will exhibit portrait photographs of Korean soldiers taken by Oh Hein-khun. The artist captured his perspective of individual Korean soldiers and their anxiety and emotions as regular human beings serving in the military. Tickets cost 3,000 won. For more information, call (02) 733-8945.
Rhee Ki-bong’s Cloudium
Arko Art Center
Through July 15
Rhee Ki-bong, 55, has been experimenting and testing using different materials to create his own working world. Having won the nation’s top art prize in 1986, the exhibition of Rhee, who is also popular in Europe, will showcase the peculiar fundamental perception of the artist’s world that has never been exhibited before. Admission is free. For more information, call (02) 760- 4850 or visit www.arkoartcenter.co.kr.
Billy Childish
Gallery Hyundai
To celebrate the 2012 London Olympic Games, Gallery Hyundai presents a Billy Childish exhibition. The English artist, painter, author, poet, photographer, film maker, singer and guitarist is known for his explicit and prolific work. During this exhibition, Billy Childish interpreted Hans Fallada and Robert Walser’s literature in his art work. Admission is free. Located near exit 1 of Anguk Station or exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 2287-3500 or visit www.galleryhyundai.com.
Art Museum Safari 2
The Arts Center V Gallery
Through July 27
Hello Museum is a small arts museum that is opened in The Arts Center to raise awareness about animal and nature protection to children. The exhibition is named “Safari,” as visitors can actually touch and feel the art work unlike other art displays. Tickets cost 5000 won. Located near exit 2 of Seolleung Station on subway line 2. For more information, call (02) 562-4420 or visit www.hellomuseum.com.
Garuya Garuya
COEX Artium
Open Run
This children’s exhibition allows attendees to play with flour. The exhibition includes baking bread, a flour massage, playing flour instruments, making dough, drawing pictures using flour and more. Closed on Mondays and only children over 24 months are allowed. Tickets cost 17,000 to 23,000 won. Discounts are also available. Located near exit 5 or 6 of Samsung Station on subway line 2. For more information, call (02) 738-8289 or visit www.coex.co.kr.
Eric Carle English Art Studio
Yoondang Art Hall
Through Sept. 9
Eric Carle is a famous children's picture book author and illustrator who was born in New York. Carle will exhibit his drawings at the Yoondang Art Hall through Sept. 9. Located near exit 2 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3. For more information and reservations, please call 1577-2046.
Cocomong Eco Park
The Cocomong Eco Park focuses on the importance of developing children’s senses. Through incorporating aspects of nature, the park will allow the children to develop into leaders in an ecological world. Tickets cost 18,000 won. For more information, call 1661-0568 or visit www.cocomongecopark.com.
Cloud Bread
COEX Art Hall
Through June 16
Based on a children’s best-seller story book, The musical is offered in English. No performance on Mondays. Tickets cost 25,000 won. Located near exit 5 of Samseong Station on subway line 2. For more information and reservations, please call 1588-5212 or visit www.coex.co.kr.
Football
Saturday, June 2
NO GAME
Baseball
Hanwha Eagles vs. LG Twins
Jamsil Baseball Stadium at 5 p.m.
KIA Tigers vs. SK Wyverns
Munhak Baseball Stadium
Doosan Bears vs. Samsung Lions
Daegu Baseball Stadium
Nexen Heroes vs. Lotte Giants
Sajik Baseball Stadium
Gwacheon Seoul Race Track The Gwacheon Seoul Race Track holds races from 10:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. Get off at Seoul Racecourse Station, subway line 4, exit 3. For more information, call (02)509-1114 or visit at www.kra.co.kr.