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KT&G Sangsang Madang Gallery presents works of French photographer Jacques Henri Lartigue until Aug. 15. / Courtesy of KT&G Sangsang Madang
Traditional
‘Pre & Free'
Donhwamun Traditional Theater
Until May 27
Donhwamun Traditional Theater runs a special traditional Korean music performance program, "Pre & Free," until May 27.
Donhwamun Traditional Theater has prepared diverse performances that suit the tastes of each of the five different audience groups: children, teenagers, senior citizens, foreigners and the general public. Through "Pre & Free," the theater aims to encourage audiences to have more interest in traditional Korean music. Twenty-five artists and bands will participate in the performances.
Tickets cost 5,000 won. For more information, visit sdtt.or.kr or call (02) 3210-7001.
‘Saturday Performance of Korean Music & Dance'
National Gugak Center
Throughout 2017
Every Saturday, Korean music and dance performances will be presented at the National Gugak Center.
For over 30 years, the National Gugak Center has provided audiences with traditional music and dance performances every Saturday. This year, the center aims to present a more profound level of traditional Korean performing arts, through programs such as "Listening to Traditional Korean Music in Depth" and "Traditional Korean Singing and Dancing Performance for the Enthusiasts." In addition, starting this year, the performances will be staged at the newly renovated Umyeondang Theater, which is designed to convey traditional sounds to audiences without using any speakers or microphones.
Tickets cost 10,000 to 20,000 won. For more information, visit gugak.go.kr or call (02) 580-3300.
Museums
‘Hangeul Design: Prototypes and Future of Korean Alphabet'
National Hangeul Museum
Until May 28
The National Hangeul Museum runs a special exhibition on hangeul and design until May 28.
This exhibition consists of two sections. The first section presents all 33 chapters of Hunminjeongeum, a document published and proclaimed by King Sejong that describes hangeul, through a video and artwork. The second section features 30 designs that are inspired by hangeul.
Admission is free. For more information, visit hangeul.go.kr or call (02) 2124-6200.
‘Bring Them Home'
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
Until June 11
In memory of soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the Korean War, the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History is running a special exhibition, "Bring Them Home" until June 11.
This exhibition features diverse relics and historical records associated with the perished soldiers, including uniforms, rifles and army flags. The event will also provide visitors with broad and detailed information on national efforts to recover and identify the bodies of the dead soldiers.
Admission is free. For more information, visit much.go.kr or call (02) 3703-9200.
‘A Joy of Spring: Scenery, Blossom and Delicacy'
National Folk Museum of Korea
Until June 20
Celebrating the upcoming PyeongChang Winter Olympics, an exhibition featuring the nature and food of Gangwon Province will be held at the National Folk Museum of Korea.
This exhibition consists of three sections. The first section, "Scenery," presents diverse artworks and photographs that portray the mountains of Gangwon Province. The second section, "Blossom," features modern paintings and craftworks related to the wildflowers in Gangwon Province, as well as numerous artifacts used in spring picnics. In the last section, "Delicacy," the regional food of Gangwon Province will be exhibited.
Admission is free. For more information, visit nfm.go.kr or call (02) 3704-3113.
‘Namdaemun Market’
Seoul Museum of History
Until July 2
Celebrating the 120th anniversary of the establishment of Namdaemun Market, Seoul Museum of History is running a special exhibition until July 2.
Since its opening in 1897, Namdaemun Market has successfully played the role of the central market of Seoul. This exhibition offers a chance to look back on the 120 years of the market’s history, by presenting 120 items that were sold there in chronological order. The exhibition also includes a miniature model of the market as well as 27 videos that show the market’s past and present.
Admission is free. For more information, visit museum.seoul.kr or call (02) 724-0274.
‘Roads of Arabia: The Archeological Treasures of Saudi Arabia'
National Museum of Korea
Until Aug. 27
In collaboration with Saudi Commission for Tourism & National Heritage, the National Museum of Korea presents archeological treasures of Saudi Arabia from May 9 to Aug. 27.
This exhibition features 466 artifacts including a human-shaped stone sculpture created in 4,000 B.C. and a huge door that once decorated Kaaba, an important Islamic shrine. Through the artifacts, visitors will learn about the long history of Arabia that ranges from prehistoric times to the foundation of Saudi Arabia in the 20th century.
Admission costs 6,000 won. For more information, visit museum.go.kr or call (02) 2077-2946.
Art Exhibitions
‘Jung Do Jun: Stroke & Structure'
Seoul Calligraphy Art Museum
The Seoul Calligraphy Art Museum presents works of contemporary calligrapher Jung Do Jun until June 11.
Jung Do Jun is known for his unique style of combining pictorial representations of Chinese characters with hangeul calligraphy. The exhibition includes his major works, such as "Sky, Land and Human," "Love" and "Rainbow," as well as various new works. The purpose of this event is to offer a vision for the future of contemporary calligraphy. The event also provides an opportunity to observe the philosophy within calligraphy and its relevance to contemporary social issues.
Admission costs 5,000 won. For more information, visit sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1300.
‘Korean Contemporary Art Series Ⅱ _ Painting of Companion Communication'
Sejong Museum of Art
May 16 to July 9
Korean contemporary artwork on the theme of house plants and pets will be presented under the title, "Painting of Companion Communication" at the Sejong Museum of Art.
According to Statistics Korea, more than 10 million Koreans have pets, showing the growing interest in pets in Korean society. Reflecting this trend, Sejong Museum of Art presents around 100 works of art by 40 contemporary artists, which emphasize the significance of plants and animals as companions of humans. The exhibition includes digital media art by Kwon Du-yeong, paintings of Jeong Woo-jae and print by Lee Yun-yeop.
Admission costs 9,000 won. For more information, visit sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1000.
‘PIXAR: 30 Years of Animation'
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Until Aug. 8
Dongdaemun Design Plaza runs the special exhibition "PIXAR: 30 Years of Animation" until Aug. 8.
This exhibition features 450 pieces of art by Pixar artists, including drawings, paintings and 3D character models. The exhibition consists of three sections: Character, Story and World. Each section presents how the characters, stories, and settings of the Pixar animations are created.
Admission costs 13,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 325-1085.
‘Samramansang: from Kim Whanki to Yang Fudong'
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Seoul
Until Aug. 13
Under the title of "Samramansang," MMCA Seoul presents artworks it has newly acquired over the last four years.
From 2013 to 2016, the MMCA has obtained 932 pieces of artwork, and 130 of them will be displayed in this exhibition. The selection ranges from works by the late modern artists to those created by young artists of the 21st century.
Admission costs 4,000 won. For more information, visit mmca.go.kr or call (02) 3701-9500.
‘Jacques Henri Lartigue: La Belle France!’
KT&G Sangsang Madang Gallery
Until Aug. 15
As part of its “Masters of the 20th Century” series, KT&G Sangsang Madang Gallery presents works of French photographer Jacques Henri Lartigue until Aug. 15.
Jacques Henri Lartigue began to receive international attention in 1963, when his works were exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art, New York. As shown in the exhibition’s title, “La Belle France” (The Beautiful France), the exhibition presents his photographs and vintage prints that portray beautiful scenery of France, and everyday life of the French upper class.
Admission costs 12,000 won. For more information, visit sangsangmadang.com or call 02-330-6229.
‘The Selby House'
Daelim Museum
Until Oct. 29
Works of American photographer Toad Selby will be exhibited at the Daelim Museum under the title of "The Selby House."
Selby has portrayed unique, creative, and independent lifestyles of numerous artists and creators from different fields, from Karl Lagerfeld, the head designer of Chanel, to Eric Werner and Maya Henry, who run a restaurant deep in the jungles of Mexico. Around 400 of his photographs, illustrations and videos will be presented in this exhibition.
Admission costs 6,000 won. For more information, visit daelimmuseum.org or call (02) 720-0667.
Kids
‘Finding Lost Civilizations'
Until June 6
A children's musical "Finding Lost Civilizations" will be staged at the National Museum of Korea until June 6.
The musical features famous characters from two beloved children's animation films, "Farting King PungPung" and "Dudada Kung." The musical includes a dynamic laser show, realistic 3D effects and an LED performance that will captivate both children and parents. Through the exciting story of adventure, the musical will educate children about different civilizations and their histories.
Tickets cost 33,000 to 55,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 586-0622.
Sports Games
KBO League
May 20 and 21
Lotte Giants vs. LG Twins
Seoul Jamsil Baseball Stadium
Doosan Bears vs. Kia Tigers
Gwangju-Kia Champions Field
SK Wyverns vs. NC Dinos
Masan Baseball Stadium
Samsung Lions vs. Hanwha Eagles
Hanwha Life Eagles Park
Nexen Heroes vs. KT Wiz
Suwon KT Wiz Park
K League Classic
May 20
Ulsan Hyundai Horangi vs. Jeonnam Dragons
Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium
FC Seoul vs. Gangwon FC
Seoul World Cup Stadium
Daegu FC vs. Jeju United
Daegu Stadium
Sangju Sangmu FC vs. Suwon FC
Sangju Civic Stadium
May 21
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC vs. Incheon United
Jeonju Stadium
Gwangju FC vs. Pohang Steelers
Gwangju World Cup Stadium
Horseracing
Let's Run Park Seoul
Let's Run Park Seoul holds races from 10:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. It is located by Seoul Racecourse Park Station, subway line 4, exit 3. For more information, visit kra.co.kr or call (02) 509-1114.