Clubs, Traditional, Arts Exhibitions, Kids and Sports

Clubs

Underlounge Seoul

Hongdae or Hongik University Area

This is the local club of a hip Japanese chain that's also to be found in Shanghai. Located in the famous clubbing area, Hongdae, it's all flashy with loud music and lights. Spacious, with a supersized crystal ball hanging over your head, DJs from near and far make music while you can hang out at the bar or classy private rooms. Located near the main entrance of Hongik Univ. Call (02) 325-5715 or visit www.underlounge.kr.

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.

Club Heaven

Yeoksam-dong

Located next to the Renaissance Seoul Hotel, Heaven is gaining a reputation as a clubber's paradise with star DJs and a celebrity clientele. Electronic music is the main menu, with laser light and paper confetti shows aplenty on the side. The club caters to partying at any hour of the night: the "main stage" on the first floor is open until 6:30 a.m., while club hoppers can enter the upper level's "after stage" after 4:30 a.m. Call 1644-8466.

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.

Naos Nova

Itaewon

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.

Le Nuit Blanche

Cheongdam-dong

Formerly Club Answer, Le Nuit Blanche is introduced as a posh restaurant, theater and club. Located in front of Hotel Prima in Cheongdam-dong, Le Nuit Blanche offers Cirque du Soleil-type performances at its theater restaurant. World class DJs from all over the world are invited to perform at the club. Call (02) 514-4311 or visit www.lenuitblanche.com.

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 a.m. 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. Visit www.kunsthalle.com or www.platoon.org.

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, 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 to Sunday, 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. Call (02) 540 7087.

St.102

This hip-hop club often has special parties and performances. There are many Korean homies here with do-rags, dreads and baseball caps 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.

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 over 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.

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. 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 usually starting at 7: 30 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.

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

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

Traditional

Folk Performances

The Korea House

Open Run

The Korea House will hold 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.

Art Exhibitions

Mind Space

Tong-in Auction Gallery

Through Feb. 28

Swedish Ambassador to Korea Lars Vargo, who is also an artist, is holding an exhibition of his works at Tong-in Auction Gallery, located in Kwanhun-dong, Jongro. Visit www.tongin gallery.com.

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KunstDoc Gallery

Through March 2

KunstDoc Gallery, a space dedicated to alternative contemporary art, is hosting an exhibition of works by Kim Jeong-han. The gallery is located Changsung-dong, Jongno. Visit www.kunstdoc.com.

Stage Reality

Salon de H

Through March 20

Salon de H, located in Cheongdam-dong, is hosting a group exhibition of works by five Korean artists. Visit www.artcompanyh.com.

Wonsuk Choi & Jae Yong Rhee Exhibition

Gallery Em

Through March 12

Choi Won-suk and Rhee Jae-young are presenting their photographic art work at Gallery Em, Cheongdam-dong, southern Seoul. Choi's series is called "The Playground," while Rhee's is "Self-Analysis." Visit www.galleryem.co.kr.

Les Fleurs

Kukje Gallery

Feb. 24-March 31

Louise Bourgeois, a French artist known for her enormous spider sculptures, is holding a solo show at Kukje Gallery. Visit www.kukjegallery.com or call (02) 733-8449.

God Save the Mona Lisa

Plant Gallery

Through Feb. 27

Six young artists - Kwan Eun-ji, Kim Young-gle, Kim Un-seop, Lee Yun-ho, Cha Jeamin and Han Hye-mi - are participating in this exhibition of modern conceptual art. The title of the exhibition is taken from Fantastic Plastic Machine's song from its 2001 album "Beautiful." Visit www.galleryplant.kr or www.normaltype.net.

Andre Masson

Die Galerie

Through March 25

Works by French surrealist artist Andre Masson (1896-1987) are on display at Die Galerie, Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday; and until 6 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.die-galerie.co.kr.

Class of 2010

Gallery Hyundai Gangnam Space

Through March 7

Gallery Hyundai Gangnam Space is showcasing the works off 20 young artists at this group exhibition. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com or call (02) 519-0800.

The Infinite Starburst of Your Cold Dark Eyes

PKM Gallery

Through Feb. 26

This exhibition is the first collaboration between PKM Gallery and Bartleby Bickle & Mersault (BBM). It brings the works of nine artists Bae Young-whan, Baik Hyunjhin, Jonas Dahlberg, Michael Joo, Kim Sang-gil, Lee Bul, Noori Lee, Richard Prince, and Thomas Struth to the PKM Gallery and the BBM viewing room. Visit www.pkmgallery.com.

Groove of Time

Hakgojae Gallery

Hakgojae Gallery highlights the "literature meets art" collaboration between writer Park Beum-sin and artist Ahn Jong-yuen. Visit www.hakgojae.com.

Electronic Nostalgia: Broken Dream

Sungkok Art Museum

Through March 21

Kim Young-heon is holding a solo show at Sungkok Art Museum. Visit www.sungkokmuseum.com.

Death and Faith

Michael Schultz Gallery Seoul

Through March 6

German fashion designer and artist Wolfgang Joop is presenting an array of works, such as his marble sculptures "From Dawn till Dusk III" and hand-embroidered works "Eternal Love," in his show at Michael Schultz Gallery Seoul. He is known for his brands Joop and Wunderkind. The gallery is located at the Nature Poem building, Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam. Visit www.schultzgallery.co.kr or call (02) 546-7955.

Accumulated Traces

Gallery Factory

Through March 19

Yoon Kalim is holding a solo exhibition at Gallery Factory, as part of the "2010 Factory Emerging Artist Show." Visit www.factory483.org

Excavation & Discovery

Shinhan Gallery

Shinhan Gallery is kicking off its 2010 Shinhan Young Artist Festa with an exhibition by Jung Hye-sook. The exhibition's title, "Excavation & Discovery," refers to the artist's fascination with pottery works and the use of found pottery fragments in the artwork. Visit www.shinhanmuseum.co.kr or call (02) 722-8493.

Classic

Gallery Hyundai 16 Bungee

"Classic," featuring photo-video works by Oh Yong-seok, is the inaugural exhibition of Gallery Hyundai's new space, 16 Bungee, located at 16 Sagan-dong, Jongno, central Seoul. It aims to introduce experimental art to the public. Visit www.16bungee.com or call (02) 722-3503.

New Painting Exhibition

Urban Art

Through March 10

Kwon Ki-soo, known for the quirky colorful Dongguri character, is unveiling new works at his show at Urban Art, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam. Visit www.urbanart4u.com or call (02) 511-2930.

Korean Folktales Tiger and Magpie Exhibition

Pyeongchang Art

Through March 31

To welcome the Year of the Tiger, Pyeongchang Art has organized an exhibition of tiger and magpie folk paintings. Admission is free. Call (02) 3216-0034.

Blossoms in Roppongi

Gallery Godo

Japanese artists Teruyo Yamamoto, Taeko Maezawa, Shinpei Okawa and Chino Sakamoto are participating in this group exhibition at Gallery Godo, Susong-dong, Jongno. Visit www.gallerygodo.com.

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Woo Lim Gallery

Around 50 artworks depicting the tiger are displayed at the Woo Lim Gallery in Insa-dong. This is meant to celebrate 2010, the Year of the Tiger. Call (02)733-3788.

Oh! Masterpieces

Gyeonggi Museum of Modern Art

Through April 18

The museum is showing its newly acquired artworks and collections in its first exhibition of the year. Among the 58 acquisitions are works by Korean artists Suh Se-ok, Lee Sang-nam, Bae Young-hwan and Cho Sung-mook. The museum is located in Ansan, Gyeonggi Province. Call (031) 481-7000.

Bahk Zong-sun Solo Exhibition

Gallery Seomi

Unique designs by Bahk Zong-sun are on display. Bahk was one of the Korean artists that Gallery Seomi took to 2009 Design Miami. Visit www.seomituus.com or call (02) 511-7305.

Ghost's Spirit

One and J Gallery

Spanish artist Enrique Marty is bringing his watercolor works, paintings, sculptures and animated works to One and J Gallery, Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu. Call (02) 745-1644 or visit www.oneandj.com.

Encounter

PKM Trinity Gallery

Through Feb. 25

Im Sang-bin is holding a solo show at PKM Trinity Gallery, Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam. Visit www.pkmgallery.com.

New Paintings

Watergate Gallery Seoul

Through Feb. 20

Watergate Gallery Seoul is hosting an exhibition of new paintings by American artist Julian Schnabel. The gallery is located at Watergate Building, Nonhyun-dong, Gangnam. Visit www.changart.com or call (02) 540-3213.

Artists With Arario

Arario Seoul, Arario Cheonan

Works by artists such as Kang Hyung-koo, Shine Kong, Osang Gwon, Lee Hyung-koo, Leslie de Chavez and Tallur L.N are on display at both Arario Seoul (through March 31) and Arario Cheonan (through March 21). Visit www.arariogallery.com.

Earth, Water, Fire, Air

Atelier Hermes

Through March 28

Atelier Hermes' first exhibition for 2010 features works by Kim Soo-ja. The gallery, located near Dosan Park, is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and closed on Wednesdays.

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Gallery Kong

Artist Choi Bom is showing new photographs at this show at Gallery Kong. Call (02) 738-7776 or e-mail info@ gallerykong.com.

Kids

Czech Puppet Play 'Don Giovanni'

Hoam Art Hall

March 17- 21

The Czech puppet production of "Don Giovanni" will be on stage in Korea with its original cast. Tickets cost from 20,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 338-3513. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.

Cinderella

War Memorial of Korea

The story of Cinderella has been remade as a children's musical, featuring songs and choreography that are easy to follow. All tickets cost 15,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 322-4111. Located near exit 12 of Samgakji Station on subway lines 4 and 6.

iRobot

Soma Museum of Art

Through March 14

The Soma Museum of Art prepared a collection of robots including works of celebrated video art pioneer Paik Nam-june, Japanese artist Kubota Shigeko and other 14 Korean artists. Tickets cost from 1,000 to 3,000 won. Visit www.somamuseum.org or call (02) 425-1077. Located near exit 1 of Mongchontoseong Station on subway line 8.

Sports Games

Basketball

Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010

LG Sakers vs. KT Sonic Boom

Changwon Indoor Stadium at 3 p.m.

ET Land Elephants vs. KT&G Kites

Incheon Samsan Indoor Stadium at 3 p.m.

Samsung Thunders vs. Dongbu Promy

Jamsil Indoor Stadium at 5 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010

SK Knights vs. KT&G Kites

Jamsil Student Indoor Stadium at 3 p.m.

KCC Egis vs. ET Land Elephants

Jeonju Indoor Stadium at 3 p.m.

KT Sonic Boom vs. Ulsan Mobis

Busan Sajik Indoor Stadium at 5 p.m.