Clubs, Exhibitions, 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 place, located near Hongik University, is great for intimate live performances. The line-up of performers is 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 sometimes has a hard job 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 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 ecelectic 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.
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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 salsa music will lead you to the club. To go to Gachi, get off at Apgujeong Line 3 and go out exit 5. After walking past six streets, look for Matilda Club and Bar on the seventh street and 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 bar, and it is a mainly standing room-only place. 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 will be holding a series of traditional performances. The entrance fee is 29,000 won. Each pefromance 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.
Art Exhibitions
On Air
Arario Seoul
Through March 13
Rising artist Zin Kijong criticizes the "reality" created by powerful mass media in his installation work On Air. The On Air series is an extended version of his earlier work shown at the Korean Young Artists exhibit at the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Visit www.arariogallery.com or call (02) 723-6190.
Never Grow Up
Gallery Hyundai
Through March 16
A retrospective of Chinese artist Tang Zhigang's works from 1977 to 2007 is on-going at Gallery Hyundai. This is a chance to see the artist's evolution from his early works in the military to his latest, Chinese Fairytale series. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com or call (02) 734-6111-3.
Park Yong-in
Millennium Seoul Hilton lower lobby
Through March 31
Acclaimed representational artist Park Yong-in showcases his artworks at the lobby of the Millennium Seoul Hilton, Namsan. His colorful paintings depict landscapes and cityscapes in Paris, Amsterdam, Switzerland and Korea. Sculptures by his son Park Gun-won are also on display. Call (02) 317-3362.
Joan Miro
Philip Kang Gallery
Through Feb. 29
Thirteen copperplate prints created by Spanish contemporary art master Joan Miro for a French poetry collection, are on display at the Philip Kang Gallery. The prints are from gallery president Kang Hyo-joo's personal collection of Miro prints. First show in Korea. Visit www.philipkanggallery.com or call (02) 517-9092.
Botero and Warhol
Opera Gallery
On-going
The striking pop art of Colombian artist Fernando Botero and American artist Andy Warhol are on display. On exhibit are Botero's works such as "Still Life with Watermelon" and "Woman With Green Dress," and Warhol's iconic "Mao." To go to the Opera Gallery, head towards Cheongdam from the Galleria department store in Apgujeong. Located on the main street, you will easily spot the glass exterior of Opera Gallery. Visit www.operagallery.com or call (02) 3446-0070.
Drawing Now 01
SOMA Drawing Center Space, SOMA Museum of Art
Through March 23
An exhibition of drawings by eight Korean artists, namely Ryu Ji-sun, Shim Jeong-eun, Yoon Yeo-beom, Lee Jae-heon, Sung Yu-jin, Ahn Jinu, Lee Sun-kyung and Im Chun-hee. Visit www.somadrawing.org or call (02) 425-1077.
Lin Tianlu
Pyo Gallery
Through Feb. 23
Rising Chinese artist Lin Tianlu holds his first solo exhibition in Seoul. His "ariation Adjustment" series will be on display at Pyo Gallery. Visit www.pyogallery.co.kr.
Yoshihiro Suda
PKM Gallery
Through March 12
Japanese artist Yoshihiro Suda makes delicate wood sculptures of flowers and plants. His actual-sized wooden sculptures of camellias, magnolias and azaleas will be on display at PKM Gallery. His works have already been shown in Switzerland, Austria, Denmark and the United States. Visit www.pkmgallery.com or call (02) 734-9467.
Inter Viewing Paintings
SOMA Museum of Art
The artistic sensibilities that differentiate Eastern-style paintings and Western-style ones can be seen at this exhibit that feature works by Korean and foreign artists. Visit www.somamuseum.org or call (02) 410-1060.
Amedeo Modigliani & Jeanne Hebuterne
Aram Art Gallery
Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani frequently used his common-law wife Jeanne Hebuterne as the subject of his paintings. The tempestuous love affair between Modigliani and Hebuterne ended in tragedy, but the passion can still be seen in Modigliani's striking paintings. Tickets are 10,000 for adults, but discounts are available for children and senior citizens. Visit www.2008modi.com or call (031) 960-0180.
Synthetic Experience
Atelier Hermes
Korean artist Koo Dong-hee is holding a solo exhibition, her first in Seoul in two years. Her works have been shown in Germany, Ireland, Italy, China and the Netherlands. Call (02) 544-7722.
Description in Korean Art
Ho-am Art Museum
Through March 2
The exhibit features a collection of 16th to early 20th century Korean traditional paintings, as well as the stories or poems that inspired them. Admission is 4,000 won. Visit hoammuseum.org or call (031) 320-1801.
Debris
Kukje Gallery
Through Feb. 26
Korean artist Hong Seung-hye's theme for her solo exhibit revolves around Debris. She disassembled her old art works from the "Organic Geometry" series, and used them to create installation work with aluminum pipes. For the artist, the word Debris evokes nostalgia and rebirth. Visit www.kukjegallery.com or call (02) 735-8449.
The Room 2008
Gallery Velvet
Through March 3
Korean artist Yang Youn-hwa's theme for her solo exhibition is "artist's studio." The exhibition features ten paintings and drawings, as well as the full-scale installation of a studio. Everything in the studio is reversed. Visit www.velvet.or.kr or call (02) 736-7023.
Choi Young-lim-Munakata Shiko Exhibit
Deoksugung National Museum of Contemporary Art
Through March 30
The museum's first exhibit of 2008 features the works of Japanese artist Munakata Shiko and Korean artist Choi Young-lim, who are good friends. Munakata is a famous printmaker whose works influenced Choi. The extent of their friendship was revealed when several letters sent between the two were found. Visit www.moca.go.kr.
5 Spaces, 5 Colors
Moran Museum of Art
In each of the rooms in the museum, five art critics each selected an artist to hold an exhibition on. The five artists are sculptor Jeong Hyun, photographer Hong Seong-do, print artist Kim Hong-sik, sculptor Lee Jae-hyo and media artist Baruch Gottlieb. Each artist interprets the five traditional Oriental directions and colors of life. Call (31) 594-8001.
Hyper Realism
Arario Gallery, Cheonan.
Through March 9
Multi-media artist Jeon Joon-ho is bringing his "Hyper Realism" exhibition to Korea. It was first shown at the Perry Rubenstein Gallery in New York City, 2007. Among his works are "The White House," "Player 13" and "Hyper realism (Statue of Brothers)."Admission is 3,000 won. Visit www.arariogallery.co.kr. or call (041) 551-5100.
Verner Panton
Hangaram Design Museum
Late Danish furniture and interior designer Verner Panton's designs from the exhibition at the Vitra Design Museum, Weil am Rhein, Germany are being exhibited to celebrate Seoul Art Center's 20th anniversary. Panton's modern, witty and bright colored furniture is now on display. Tickets are 8,000 won for adults, 6,000 won for elementary to high school students and 4,000 won for kindergarten students. Call (02) 580-1300 or visit www.vernerpanton.kr.
Close to You
Cyan Museum of Art
Through April 27
Six Korean artists show their distinct and varied styles in a group exhibition "Close to You." The participating artists are Ahn Jong-yuen, Bae Dong-hwan, An Zong-de, Noh Sang-dong, Lee Lee-nam and Lee Hun-chung. Visit www.cyanmuseum.org or call (054) 338-9393.
Van Gogh: Voyage Into Myth
Seoul Museum of Art
The first retrospective of Vincent Van Gogh's works (1853-1890) in Korea features 67 of the Dutch artist's masterpieces from the Van Gogh Museum and Kroller-Muller Museum in the Netherlands. Among the masterpieces on display are Self-portrait (1887), Irises (1890) and Church in Auvers (1890). It is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and weekends, holidays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on Mondays. Tickets are 12,000 won for adults, 10,000 for students (13-18 years old), and 8,000 won for children (7-12 years old). Visit ww.vangoghseoul.com.
Shin Sang-ho Exhibition
Clayarch Gimhae Museum
The exhibition introduces a world of ceramics by artist Shin Sang-ho, who works to close the gap between architecture and ceramics through his extensive and diverse pieces. It runs under three themes: Dream of Africa, Structure & Force and Fired Paintings. Visit www.clayarch.org.
Kwon Ki-soo
Park Ryu-sook Gallery
The brightly colored works of Korean pop artist Kwon Ki-soo are on display at Park Ryu-sook Gallery. Kwon created a smiling stick figure named 밆onggree?that is featured in his paintings. Visit www.parkryusookgallery.co.kr or call (02) 549-7575.
Kandinsky and Russian Masterpieces
Hangaram Museum, Seoul Arts Center
Through Feb. 27
Masterpieces by Russian artist Vassily Kandinsky and other well-known Russian artists from the late 19th century and early 20th century are on display in Seoul. There are representative works from Russian realism to avant-garde movements. Tickets are 12,000 won for adults, 9,000 won (for 12-17 year olds) 7,000 won (for children 6-11 year olds). Museum is closed on the last Monday of every month. Visit www.2007kandinsky.com.
Kids
A Thousand Magic Characters
Seoul Education Culture Center
Through March 1
Learn Chinese Characters fun and easy through musical. A Thousand Magic Characters, a book swept Korea, is now staged with songs and dances. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 7 of Yangjae Station on subway line 3 (shuttle available).
Sports Games
Basketball
Feb. 23, 2008 Saturday
KCC Egis vs. SK Knights at 3 p.m.
Jeonju Indoor Stadium
LG Sakers vs. Samsung Thunders at 3 p.m.
Changwon Indoor Stadium
Dongbu Promy vs. KT& G Kites at 3 p.m.
Wonju Chiak Stadium
Feb. 24, 2008 Sunday
KTF MagicWings vs. LG Sakers at 3 p.m.
Busan Sajik Stadium
Daegu Orions vs. ET Land Black Slamer at 3 p.m.
Daegu Indoor Stadium
Samsung Thunders vs. KCC Egis at 5 p.m.
Jamsil Indoor Stadium
Mobis Phoebus vs. KT& G Kites at 5 p.m.
Ulsan Dongcheon Stadium
Horseracing
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.