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Thu, April 26, 2018 | 10:54

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Exorcism 'gut' performance held in Busan this month

The Busan National Gugak Center will be opening this year with a series of "gut" (exorcism) performances scheduled for every Saturday until the end of this month. The series is an effort of the gugak (traditional music) center to rediscover the artistic value of the traditional exorcism performances of Korea, which are preserved now as less of a religious activity and more as...

Performances | 2018-01-10 11:50

Turbulent modern Korean history inspire thespians

In late 2016, Korean citizens rallied with candles to oust corruption in Gwanghwamun Plaza. With the instillation of political consciousness, popular culture also sought inspiration in symbolic moments from Korea's modern history such as the June Struggle of 1987. The film "1987: When the Day Comes," which depicts the people's resistance to the authoritarian regime of former ...

Performances | 2018-01-09 16:28

Daegu theater's abrupt cancellation of musical causes stir

How Kim So-hyang became first Asian in 'Sister Act'

Kim So-hyang, also known as Sophie Kim, is living the dream every day. The Korean stage actress is the only Asian cast in the international tour of the Broadway musical “Sister Act,” now playing at Blue Square in Hannam-dong, Seoul.The musical revolves around nightclub singer Deloris Van Cartier, who hides in a convent after witnessing a murder. In the convent, Deloris brings...

Performances | 2018-01-07 17:53

Works of contemporary African artists are exhibited at Insa 1-gil Culture Space until Jan. 28. Shown is one of exhibited paintings by Hendrik Lilanga. /Courtesy of Tinga Tinga exhibitionTraditional ‘Madangnori Shim Chung'National Theater of Korea, Haneul TheaterUntil Feb. 18 The National Theater of Korea presents “Madangnori Shim Chung” at its exclusive dome...

Performances | 2018-01-04 15:57

Classical Concerts; Big Tickets; Pop & Jazz; Plays & Musicals; Dance; Clubs

Performances | 2017-12-28 15:19

Band SsingSsing hits US with 'minyo rock'

Band SsingSsing is not like other Korean bands. The six-member band, led by front man Lee Hee-moon, wearing glittery Bowie-like make-up and stylish costumes with stockings and heels, reminds audiences of glam-rock. After a funky, reggae music intro, this eccentric and visually-pleasing band goes beyond the audience’s expectations once again _ they sing “minyo,” Korean folk so...

Performances | 2017-12-25 16:43

Classical Concerts; Big Tickets; Pop & Jazz; Plays & Musicals; Dance; Clubs

Performances | 2017-12-21 19:56

'The Nutcracker' returns for Christmas

It's that time of the year when festive performances take over the stage. The annual staple in ballet is "The Nutcracker," among others, which has returned for another end-of-year celebration from Dec. 21 to 31.

Performances | 2017-12-19 16:02

Classical Concerts; Big Tickets; Pop & Jazz; Plays & Musicals; Dance; Clubs

Performances | 2017-12-14 19:12

[INTERVIEW] Director lauds young stars of 'Billy Elliot'

On Nov. 28 at the D-Cube Art Center in southwestern Seoul, audiences excitedly waited for the first preview of the musical "Billy Elliot." Before the curtain went up, Simon Pollard, international associate director of the musical, took the stage with his translator. “The show will be led this evening by the amazing 13-year-old Hyun-jun,” Pollard said “We first met Hyun-jun ba...

Performances | 2017-12-06 16:15

2nd generation of Korean 'Billy Elliot' dances into Seoul

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