Clubs, Exhibitions & For Kids

CLUBS

Club Garden

Apgujeong-dong

The Garden is an electronica hotspot, with the big draw being its line-up of guest DJs such as Laurent Garnier, Mondo Grosso, Afrika Bambatta and Goldie. Near Galleria Department Store on the so-called Rodeo Street in southern Seoul. Call (02) 518-5115 or clubgarden.co.kr.

Club Evans

Hongdae or Hongik University Area

This club, located near Hongik University, is great for intimate live performances. The line-up of performers are generally top-notch and the acoustics are good. Located near exit 1 on Sangsu Station on subway line 6 or exit 6 on Hongdae Station on subway line 2. Call (02) 337-8361 or www.clubevans.com.

Club Caliente

Itaewon

The patrons are so diverse, DJ Josh has the hard job of appealing to everyone. But he keeps the dance floor going, playing a variety of standbys and new Latin music. The song selection is what keeps people coming back. Located near exit 4 of Itaewon Station subway line 6. Call (011) 9094 8484.

Club M2

Hongdae

M2 features top DJs from home and abroad. The dance floor and the DJ are in the center of the club, which attracts a trendy crowd along with models and celebrities. Packed on the weekends. Check www.ohoo.net.

St.102

This hip-hop club often has special parties and performances. There are many Korean homies here with do-rags, dreads and baseball hats turned sideways. Visit st102.cyworld.com. 360- 18 Seogyo-dong, Hongdae or call (02) 335-7166.

Moonyang Bar

This place is an Asian-inspired lounge on the third floor of a building on Parking Lot street in the Hongdae area. The stone walls feature photographs and rusted steel plates cover the windows. This place is in Mapo at Seogyo-dong, 366-17. Call (02) 338-1523.

Cafe Mou

Sinsa-dong

This cafe has a rich ethnic interior that mixes inspirations that its owner got from travels to such places as Morocco and France. Its menu is limited, but features desserts. It's located at the edge of Dosan Park. 650-9 Park View Building, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam, near the Cine City Theater in Apgujeongdong. Call (02) 3444-6069.

Rocky Mountain Tavern

A down-to-earth place, the club was started by a couple of Canadians. With a spacious, woody bar, the tavern is spread out on two floors. Find it on Itaewon's main drag across from the International Clinic. Located near exit 5 of Itaewon Station on subway line 6.

Naos Nova

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. Its location across from Namsan Park gives it a wonderful, cool atmosphere. Visit www.naosnova.com (448-120 Huam-dong Yongsan-gu, Seoul) or call (02) 754-2202.

Funky Funky

This live music venue features all kinds of music. Depending on the night, they feature funk, punk, rock or pop. Funky Funky attracts an eclectic mix of people. To get there: With your back to US 66 make a right, walk down to the alley with Club Tool on the corner and turn right. Visit clubff.cyworld.com.

Above

This medium-sized wine bar in the alley behind the Hamilton Hotel, is one of Itaewon's swankiest hangouts. The candlelight, tiled indoor pond and the designs on the door seem Moorish. Located at 19-25 Itaewon-dong store 22-ho. Call (02) 749-0717.

Once in a Blue Moon

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 starting at 7 p.m. up to 10 p.m. The place exudes an elegant, sophisticated atmosphere which is perfect for a romantic date. It is located on the street between the Hakdong intersection and the Galleria intersection in Apgujeong-dong. Call (02) 549-5490 or www.onceinabluemoon.co.kr.

Gachi

Salsa music enthusiasts can dance the night away here. The beat of the salsa music will lead you to the club. To go to Gachi, get off at Apgujeong Line 3 and go out exit 5. Walk past six streets, and look for 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.-12 a.m., Saturday to Sunday, 2 p.m.-12 a.m. Call (02) 540 7087.

The Spot

If you like punk or alternative music, then you should hit The Spot. It is a live music venue located next to the playground near Hongik University. The Spot is a small basement barand it is mainly a stand-up bar. Visit www.clubspot.co.kr or call (02) 322-5956, (02) 3141-6876.

Casa Del Vino

Cheongdam-dong

This dark, intimate bar offers a great selection of wine, and it's a great place to chill out. It's near Salvatore Ferragamo and Prada buildings in Cheongdam-dong. Call (02) 542-8003.

TRADITIONAL

Folk Performances

The Korea House

Open run

The Korea House holds a series of traditional performances. The entrance fee is 29,000 won. Each performance includes a traditional Korean dinner. Visit www.koreahouse.or.kr or call (02) 2266-9101. Located near exit 3 of Chungmuro Station, subway lines 3 and 4.

Saturday Concerts for 2007

National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts (Yeakdang)

Through Dec. 15

At five o'clock every Saturday, traditional musical and dance performances will be held to honor and remember the history and culture of Korea. Tickets cost from 8,000 won to 10,000 won. Visit www.ncktpa.go.kr or call (02) 580-3300. Located near exit 1 of Bangbae Station on subway line 2.

ART EXHIBITIONS

Kim Tschang-yeul

Gallery Hyundai

Through Nov.11

The Paris-based veteran Korean artist will hold a solo exhibition featuring his newly released works that show fresh versions of his trademark 뱖ater drops.?Visit www.galleryhyundai.com.

Restless Hand, Wandering Mind

SOMA Museum of Art

Through Jan.6

Three established artists each with distinctive art styles recreate their studios in this exhibition allowing museum-goers to freshly experience the process of creating contemporary art. Visit www.somamuseum.org.

25th Anniversary Exhibition

Kukje Gallery

Through Nov.5

To commemorate its 25th anniversary, the gallery presents 16 contemporary artists whose works have been exhibited over the years, including artists like Joan Mitchell, Anish Kapoor and Willem de Kooning. Visit www.kukje.org or call (02) 733-8449.

Tomorrow

Kumho Museum of Art/Artsonje Center

Through Nov.4/Dec.2

The two art centers present the hope and vision of our future through contemporary art works of 32 noted artists from 14 countries, covering a wide variety of genres. Call (02) 739-7067~8.

Kim Ji-won

PKM Gallery

The solo show features 20 pieces of the artist's work, including his cockscomb series and plane series. Visit www.pkmgallery.com.

Charles Sandison

Paik Hae-young Gallery

Through Nov.15

The Scottish media artist holds a solo exhibition with data projection and installation works. Visit www.paikhygallery.com.

35th Anniversary Exhibition

Jean Art Gallery

Through Oct.31

This exhibition features the works of 13 established female artists with close ties to the gallery as it celebrates its 35th anniversary this year. Call (02) 738-7570.

Korean Abstract Art Beginning With Lee Joon

Aram Nuri Art Gallery

Through Dec.2

This retrospective features 70 abstract paintings by painting style and period, 50 sketches by Lee during his journey around Europe as well as other media artworks. Visit www.artgy.or.kr.

Wolf Kahn

Gallery Erl

Through Nov.3

Kahn, one of the most prominent masters of abstract expressionism, presents around 30 works with his trademark of abstract paintings touched with scenic imagery. Call (02) 516-7573.

Lucy and Her Time

Rodin Gallery

Through Nov.18

Japan-based installation artist Choi Jae-eun, explores the idea of time and existence by employing creative approaches in her a solo exhibition in Korea for the first time in 14 years. Visit www.rodingallery.org.

Inter-View

Gallery The Space

This group exhibition of nine international artists engage with various mediums, to installation. Visit www.gallerythespace.co.kr.

Min Byung-hun

Gallery Kong

Through Oct.28

The artist manipulates variations of gray to add subtlety to his photographs that take on the appearance of Oriental ink and wash paintings. Call (02) 738-7776.

Landscape of Korean Contemporary Photography

Seoul Museum of Art NamSeoul

Eighty works from 22 photographers , who represent the development of contemporary photography in Korea from 1960 to the present, are on display. Visit https://seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr.

Ixtlan Stop

Arario Gallery

Through Nov.4

Artist Park Yoon-young investigates news-making cases that interest her, re-constructing them in her own unique space, dubbed Ixtlan. Visit www.arariogallery.co.kr.

City-net Asia 2007

Seoul Museum of Art

Sixty artists from cities in Seoul, Japan, China and Singapore bring forth 200 pieces of art at this exhibition that examines Asian art in the contemporary age. Visit https://seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr.

Ross Bleckner

Cais Gallery

Through Nov.9

The well-known artist's "Meditation" series of abstract art portrays themes such as loss and nihility through flowers. This is his first solo exhibition in Seoul. Visit www.caisgallery.com.

Description in Korean Art

Ho-Am Art Museum

Through March 2

This theme exhibition presents Korean traditional works with inscriptions, which show their beauty and significance in Korean culture. Visit www.hoammuseum.org.

Rhapsody in Video

KBS New Hall

Through Dec. 30

This retrospective showcase of Nam June Paik, pioneer of video art, featuring a total of 100 pieces including 30 middle-and full-sized works displayed on a total of 500 TV monitors. Visit www.namjune.kbs.co.kr.

Hanji-Elite Members Exhibition

Gallery Bellarte

This exhibition presents dimensional works that primarily use 'hanji,' or Korean paper, delivering a flair of traditional spirit. Call (02) 739-4333.

Sol LeWitt

Juliana Gallery

Through Nov.20

In honor of Sol LeWitt, a master of minimalist and conceptual art who passed away earlier this year, this exhibition showcases works of the artist, together with other distinguished artists including Josef Albers, Andy Warhol and Jean Miro. Visit www.julianagallery.com.

Le Cirque en Majeste

Daelim Contemporary Art Museum

Through Oct. 31

About 90 photographic works by 17 prominent and promising artists themed on circus are on display. Visit www.daelimmuseum.org.

Imagery Play

In this group exhibition, 14 artists from Korea, China, Japan and Europe display each of their distinctive methods of interpreting and creating images from painting, drawing, print, video to installation. Visit www.pkmgallery.com.

Sun: Noguchi Rika

Mongin Art Center

In this series, the Japanese artist photographs scenes from daily life, such as the sun and the sky, adopting a unique perspective. Visit www.mongin.org.

Movement, Contingency and Community

Gallery 27

Through Nov.12

Seven rising artists attempt to approach the possibility of a more transcendent community. Visit www.kaywon.ac.kr.

Port of Entry

Gaain Gallery

The solo exhibition of artist Cheon Kwang-yup features bright and vibrant forms of mixed media on aluminum panels. Call (02) 394-3631.

KIDS

Musical Greek and Roman Mythology

Daehangno Art Hall Starcity

Through Oct. 28

Learn Greek and Roman Mythology through an amusing musical. Tickets are 15,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 457-7718. Located near exit 3 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.

Oh! My Sister

Theater Tree and Water

Through Nov. 4

'Kong-jwi, Pat-jwi,' a Korean children's tale, is revamped into a modern family story. Tickets cost from 10,000 won (~9/23) to 20,000 won. Visit www.treeandwater.com or call (02) 741-2124. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.

SPORTS GAMES

Oct. 27, 2007 Saturday (Basketball)

Samsung Thunders vs. KCC Egis at 3:00 p.m.

Jamsil Indoor Stadium

Mobis Phoebus vs. LG Sakers at 3:00 p.m.

Ulsam Dongchun Gymnasium

ET Land Black Slamer vs. SK Knights at 3:00 p.m.

Incheon Samsan Gymnasium

Oct. 28, 2007 Sunday

KT&G Kites vs. ET Land Black Slamer at 3:00 p.m.

Anyang Indoor Stadium

LG Sakers vs. Samsung Thunders at 3:20 p.m.

Changwon Indoor Stadium

SK Knights vs. Orions at 5:00 p.m.

Jamsil Student's Indoor Stadium

Dongbu Promy vs. KTF MagicWings at 5:00 p.m.

Wonju Chiak 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.