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Gwangju Uprising site to be restored

Second Vice Culture Minister Jang Mi-ran, center, attends a groundbreaking ceremony for the restoration of the South Jeolla provincial government building in Gwangju, Monday, with other dignitaries including the May Mothers, a civic group consisting of mothers of the victims of the government's deadly suppression of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will restore the building close to its original state by 2025 to promote national unity, as the site holds significance for the 10-day pro-democracy movement. Yonhap

Oct 30, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

Arts & Theater

INTERVIEW Jung U-ji, Lee Seo-young bridge past, present of Korean girl groups in 'SheStars!'

The musical "SheStars!" brings to life the stories of six iconic girl groups who paved the way for today's global K-pop sensation. The cast of 10 dynamic actresses includes Jung U-ji and Lee Seo-young, who have transitioned from K-pop idols to musical theater stars. Their unique experience in the K-pop scene enriches the show, adding layers of depth to their performances.

Oct 26, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

[INTERVIEW] Jung U-ji, Lee Seo-young bridge past, present of Korean girl groups in 'SheStars!'

‘SheStars!’ revives forgotten legacy of pioneering K-pop girl groups

Arts & Theater

‘SheStars!’ revives forgotten legacy of pioneering K-pop girl groups

In the realm of global music, K-pop girl groups have etched a prominent mark, showcasing power, talent and resilience. However, modern glitz and glamour overshadow the pioneers who set the stage for these groups decades ago. A new musical "SheStars!" pays homage to these trailblazers, conjuring a vivid journey back in time from Korea's first girl band Jeogori Sisters in the 1930s to Hee Jamae in the '70s.

Oct 25, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

‘SheStars!’ revives forgotten legacy of pioneering K-pop girl groups

INTERVIEW Jung U-ji, Lee Seo-young bridge past, present of Korean girl groups in 'SheStars!'

Arts & Theater

New musical 'Il Tenore' to portray dreams, struggles in 1930s Korea

Prepare to be transported to the turbulent 1930s in Korea, an era marked by vigorous independence movements and artistic defiance, as the highly anticipated musical "Il Tenore" takes to the stage at the CJ Towol Theater of the Seoul Arts Center from Dec. 22 to Feb. 25, 2024.

Oct 19, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

Music

Czech Philharmonic brings Bohemia to Seoul with all-Dvorak concert

The Czech Philharmonic, a leading orchestra from Central Europe, is set to enchant Seoul audiences with an all-Antonin Dvorak concert at the Seoul Arts Center on Oct. 24.

Oct 16, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

Czech Philharmonic brings Bohemia to Seoul with all-Dvorak concert

Arts & Theater

'Phantom of the Opera' marks 1,500th performance in Korea

Baritone Julian Kim, also known by his Korean name Kim Joo-taek, who plays the titular role in "The Phantom of the Opera," celebrates the 1,500th Korean performance of the musical with audience members of the evening show on Oct. 13, at the Charlotte Theater in southern Seoul. Since its Korean premiere in 2001, the Andrew Lloyd Webber blockbuster has drawn over 1.5 million attendees across six productions ― three in English and three in Korean. The Seoul leg of the Korean-language production runs through Nov. 19, before traveling to the southeastern city of Daegu from Dec. 22 to Feb. 4, 2024. Courtesy of S&CO

Oct 16, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

'Phantom of the Opera' marks 1,500th performance in Korea

Arts & Theater

Korean dance repertoire 'Scent of Ink' heads to North America

The National Dance Company of Korea has set out on a North American tour, bringing its signature performance "Scent of Ink" to the capital cities of Canada and the U.S.

Oct 13, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

Korean dance repertoire 'Scent of Ink' heads to North America

Books

INTERVIEW Jordan Scott's stuttering voice finds new resonance in Korea

Jordan Scott, a Canadian poet and children's book author who turns the ordinary into the extraordinary, visited Korea for the first time at the invitation of the Wow Book Festival, offering a fresh perspective on language and communication.

Oct 10, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

[INTERVIEW] Jordan Scott's stuttering voice finds new resonance in Korea

Arts & Theater

Song Hye-kyo provides Korean campus map for LACMA

In a move to celebrate the 577th anniversary of the proclamation of the Korean alphabet and further promote the Korean language and culture, actor Song Hye-kyo teamed up with professor Seo Kyung-duk to donate a Korean language map to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Oct. 9, on the occasion of Hangeul Day.

Oct 9, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

Song Hye-kyo provides Korean campus map for LACMA

People & Events

Celebrating Hangeul Day in France

Korean-language students at the King Sejong Institute Paris take part in a large-scale calligraphy performance writing "Hangeul Day" in the Korean alphabet, known as Hangeul, at the Paris Korea Center, Oct. 6, to commemorate Hangeul Day, which falls on Oct. 9. The public institution serves as a global promoter of Korean language and culture, while the Paris branch acts as the headquarters for 57 institutes across 27 European countries. Courtesy of King Sejong Institute

Oct 8, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo

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Gwangju Uprising site to be restored

INTERVIEW Jung U-ji, Lee Seo-young bridge past, present of Korean girl groups in 'SheStars!'

‘SheStars!’ revives forgotten legacy of pioneering K-pop girl groups

New musical 'Il Tenore' to portray dreams, struggles in 1930s Korea

Czech Philharmonic brings Bohemia to Seoul with all-Dvorak concert

'Phantom of the Opera' marks 1,500th performance in Korea

Korean dance repertoire 'Scent of Ink' heads to North America

INTERVIEW Jordan Scott's stuttering voice finds new resonance in Korea

Song Hye-kyo provides Korean campus map for LACMA

Celebrating Hangeul Day in France

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