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Sat, October 23, 2021 | 23:37

National Theater Company pursues barrier-free, reduction of carbon footprint

The National Theater Company of Korea (NTCK) will strengthen its online screening repertoire, pursue a barrier-free theater experience and reduce its carbon footprint this year. Kim Kwang-bo, the new artistic director inaugurated about two months ago, said that during his three-year term, the NTCK will embrace new, relevant discourse into productions as he believes that the v...

2021-01-22 15:44

Korean National Ballet, KBS criticized for dangerous filming location

The Korean National Ballet (KNB) and public broadcasting network KBS, have come under fire for filming dancers in dangerous locations for a ballet program.

2021-01-22 09:40

Three works inspired by traditional art forms to be performed on stage

Arts Council Korea (ARKO) announced Tuesday three new performances inspired by traditional art forms as part of its ARKO Selection, a program supporting promising new and revived performing arts productions.

2021-01-20 14:10

A look ahead at ballet performances in 2021

For ballet lovers, 2020 was one of the toughest years due to a series of cancellations of performances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Not a single company presented “The Nutcracker,” the regular repertoire for many ballet theaters in winter. Some shows were released online, but many of them just didn't have a chance to meet audiences.

2021-01-17 20:18

Musical 'Marie Curie' wins big at Korea Musical Awards

"Marie Curie," a musical focusing on the female scientist's achievements and her solidarity with her friend Anne, bagged five trophies at the fifth Korea Musical Awards held at Blue Square in central Seoul, Monday.

2021-01-13 13:01

5 plays reflecting contemporary issues staged as ARKO Selection

The Arts Council Korea (ARKO) presents five new plays as part of its ARKO Selection, a program supporting noteworthy new and revived performing arts productions. ARKO Selection, launched in 2008, aims to discover and nurture new performing arts works. It has supported premieres of 206 shows as of last year. In 2020, 21 shows - play, dance, traditional art, musical and opera -...

2021-01-12 14:36

Producers plead for easing social distancing rules in theater

With the government's extension of level 2.5 social distancing, Korea's theater industry is struggling to survive, and producers are speaking out in support of those who are losing their jobs. December into January is traditionally a peak season in the theater industry with many holidays, but the recent spike of COVID-19 infections here has shattered the dream for 2020.

2021-01-05 17:36

Classical concerts to honor Piazzolla set for 2021

As the number of COVID-19 infections increases, many live concerts and performances were delayed or canceled following heightened social distancing rules, inflicting a loss of income on those in the classical music industry. The deadly disease has taken away stages from musicians, and still concert halls need to have vacant seats between audience members, but some are ready t...

2021-01-04 09:06

Jonathan Roxmouth to unveil personal side at concert

Jonathan Roxmouth, the South African musical actor who captivated Korean theatergoers with his breathtaking portrayal of the Phantom in "The Phantom of the Opera," returns to Seoul despite the pandemic to hold his first-ever solo concerts here.

2020-12-23 09:15

National Ballet to appeal against unfair dismissal of dancer for breaking quarantine

Former Korean National Ballet member Na Dae-han. By Kwon Mee-yooLabor authorities have ruled that Na Dae-han, a former dancer of the Korean National Ballet (KNB) fired for violating self-quarantine rules in February, was wrongfully dismissed. The National La...

2020-12-14 14:56

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