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Performances of renowned traditional Korean musicians will be held at Donhwamun Traditional Theater. / Courtesy of Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
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‘Savor of Traditional Korean Music'
Donhwamun Traditional Theater
Through July 1
From June 9 to July 1, Donhwamun Traditional Theater will conduct performances of renowned traditional Korean musicians every Friday and Saturday.
The performances will feature 15 musicians and musical groups specializing in various genres of traditional Korean music. Through the performances, Donhwamun Traditional Theater offers a chance for its audiences to appreciate the true beauty of traditional Korean music.
Tickets are 20,000 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 are 10,000 to 20,000 won. For more information, visit gugak.go.kr or call (02) 580-3300.
Museums
‘A Joy of Spring: Scenery, Blossom and Delicacy'
National Folk Museum of Korea
Through 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
Through July 2
Celebrating the 120th anniversary of the establishment of Namdaemun Market, Seoul Museum of History is displaying a special exhibition through 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.
‘Plaques of Gyeongungung, Palace of the Korean Empire’
National Palace Museum of Korea
Plaques of Gyeongungung, the main palace of the Korean Empire, will be exhibited at the National Palace Museum of Korea through July 2.
Since 1897, when Gyeongungung was selected as the main palace of the Korean Empire, the palace went through renovations and extension to be equipped with glamour and dignity. However, the palace was heavily destroyed during the Japanese colonial period, and only the plaques at the disappeared buildings remain today. The plaques tell the tragedies of Korea’s modern history as well as the efforts of Koreans who stood up against imperialism.
Admission is free. For more information, visit gogung.go.kr or call (02) 3701-7500.
‘Roads of Arabia: The Archeological Treasures of Saudi Arabia'
National Museum of Korea
Through 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 is 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
Through June 11
The Seoul Calligraphy Art Museum presents works of contemporary calligrapher Jung Do Jun through 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 is 5,000 won. For more information, visit sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1300.
MRA 2017
Sangam Nuri Dream Square
Through June 18
Sangam Nuri Dream Square will display a special exhibition on cultural contents that utilize virtual and mixed reality, titled MRA (Mixed Reality Adventure) 2017.
Mixed reality refers to a new technology that interwinds virtual reality and the real world. MRA 2017 will exhibit 60 pieces of media art created with virtual and mixed reality. The event will provide the audiences with a chance to experience cutting-edge technologies in the form of art and video games.
Admission is 15,000 to 18,000 won. For more information, visit mrastudio.co or call (070) 5014-3100.
‘Korean Contemporary Art Series Ⅱ _ Painting of Companion Communication'
Sejong Museum of Art
Through 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 prints by Lee Yun-yeop.
Admission is 9,000 won. For more information, visit sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1000.
‘PIXAR: 30 Years of Animation'
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Through Aug. 8
Dongdaemun Design Plaza is displaying the special exhibition "PIXAR: 30 Years of Animation" through 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
Through Aug. 13
Under the title of "Samramansang," MMCA Seoul presents artworks it has recently 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 exhibit. The selection ranges from works by late modern artists to those created by young artists of the 21st century.
Admission is 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
Through 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 through 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 exhibit presents his photographs and vintage prints that portray the beautiful scenery of France, and everyday life of the French upper class.
Admission is 12,000 won. For more information, visit sangsangmadang.com or call (02) 330-6229.
‘The Selby House'
Daelim Museum
Through 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 is 6,000 won. For more information, visit daelimmuseum.org or call (02) 720-0667.
Kids
‘Anthony Browne: Let's Play'
Shinhan Card FAN Square
June 24 to July 7
A musical based on the story of famous children's book author and illustrator Anthony Browne will be presented at the Shinhan Card FAN Hall until July 7.
Anthony Browne is one of the most popular children's book authors in the world. This is the first musical based on his story. The musical invites audiences to actively participate in the story and interact with the actors on stage.
Toby is a little boy who loves to spend time with his father. One day, however, his father suddenly disappears. Searching for his father, Toby enters the world inside a mirror with his stuffed chimpanzee Willy, which is a gift from his father.
Tickets are 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 547-5694.
Sports
KBO League
June 10 and 11
KT Wiz vs. NC Dinos
Masan Baseball Stadium
Doosan Bears vs. Lotte Giants
Ulsan Munsu Baseball Stadium
SK Wyverns vs. LG Twins
Seoul Jamsil Baseball Stadium
Samsung Lions vs. Hanwha Eagles
Hanwha Life Eagles Park
Nexen Heroes vs. Kia Tigers
Gwangju-Kia Champions Field
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.