Clubs

The Octagon

Nonhyeon-dong

This club is located 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 “hotteok” 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

Itaewon

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

Apgujeong-dong

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

Apgujeong-dong

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

Itaewon

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.

Traditional

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

Open run

This Korean musical tells the romantic story of a young couple during the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910) falling in love with each other. The drama describes the transformation by 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

Open run

“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 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.

Art Exhibitions

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 part of the first-generation of Abstract artists, Yoo's paintings are known for using bold color and 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

Through 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 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.

Personages

Kukje Gallery K3

Through June 29

After Louise Bourgeois’ first exhibition at Kukje Gallery in 2002, the gallery presents an exhibit of Bourgeois' early works. Her works cover a variety of genres, such as, sculpture, drawing, and needlework. This exhibition, titled “Personages,”explores Bourgeois’ sculptures created between the 1940s and 1950s and one from her signature “Cell” series. Admission is Free. Located near exit 2 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5. For more information, call (02) 735-8449 or visit kukjegallery.com.

Lee Jae-min and Baik Yun-ki's Invitation

N Gallery

Through June 27

N Gallery will present Lee Jae-min and Baik Yun-ki’s very first art works, which express warmness, under the theme “love.” 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 in front of the museum. 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.

Kim Won-sook

Gallery Hyundai

Through July 8

Kim Won-sook, who was selected as the Artist of the Year by the World Federation of United Nations Associations in 1995, is holding an individual exhibition at Gallery Hyundai. Her artwork is usually simple yet profound. The exhibition will display four types of art — bronze series, everyday life, forest scenery, and house series. Admission is free. For more information, call (02) 2287-3500 or visit Hyundaigallery.com.

X _Sound

Nam June Paik Art Center

Through July 1

This exhibition explores the rediscovery of sound through the artworks of the late Paik Nam-june and John Cage, an artist 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 art composed of his delicate evaluation of ordinary “residency.” His paintings illustrate the state of living, not roaming. A characteristic of his paintings is the “un-camouflage” 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

Through June 17

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.

Love Me Sweet

Arario Gallery Seoul

Through June 30

Lee Dong-wook’s solo exhibition, “Love Me Sweet,” brings together the artist's curiosity and observation of organisms that are unaffected by the world, in art. He is especially recognized for his imaginative renditions of miniature human figures. Located near exit 1 of Anguk Station on subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 723-6190 or visit arariogallery.com.

Rhee Ki-bong's Cloudium

Arko Art Center

Through July 15

Artist Rhee Ki-bong, 55, has been experimenting with different materials to create his own artistic 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.

Kids

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, 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

Open Run

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 storybook, The musical is special because it 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.

Sports games

Football

Saturday, June 9

Seongnam Ilwha vs. Gyeongnam FC
Tancheon Sports Complex at 7 p.m.

Baseball
Saturday, June 9

Doosan Bears vs. LG Twins
Jamsil Baseball Stadium at 5 p.m.

Samsung Lions vs. SK Wyverns
Munhak Baseball Stadium at 5 p.m.

Nexen Heroes vs. Hanwha Eagles
Daejun Baseball Stadium at 5 p.m.

KIA Tigers vs. Lotte Giants
Sajik Baseball Stadium at 5 p.m.