Club Garden
Apgujeong-dong
Club 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 club, 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 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 Hongdae area. The stone walls feature photographs and rusted steel plates cover the windows. This place is in Mapo at Sokyo-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 3 of Itaewon Station on subway line 6.
Naos Nova
A wine bar and restaurant with a design so stunning 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: 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 mainly standing room-only. 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 Performance
Korea House
Open run
The Korea House holds 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 on subway lines 3 and 4.
Antoine Bourdelle
Seoul Museum of Art
Through June 8
Sculptures of French master sculptor Antoine Bourdelle, including the famous ``Hercules, the Archer,'' will be shown in Korea for the first time. A total of 123 of Bourdelle's works from 1885 to 1929, including 75 sculptures and 40 sketches and watercolor paintings, will be included in the exhibition. All the pieces are from the Musee Bourdelle in Paris, France. Tickets are 9,000 won for adults, 7,000 won for those aged 13 to 18 years and 5,000 won for those aged 7 to 12 years. Children under 7 years of age and senior citizens can get in for free. Visit www.bourdelle.co.kr (Korean) or seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr (English).
Retrospective 2007 Korean Young Painters
Doosan Gallery, Noam Gallery
Through March 13
The works of 18 young Korean artists who had high-profile exhibitions in 2007 are on display at Doosan Gallery and Noam Gallery. The artists include Choi Byung-jin, Oh Sae-mi, Oh Byung-jae, Kim Sun-jin and Kim Jee-hye. Visit www.doosanartcenter.com or www.noamgallery.com.
Sounds of Color
Insa Art Center
Through March 11
The colorful art of Jerusalem-based artist David Gerstein never fails to catch the eyes of viewers. The exhibit ``Sounds of Color" features hand-painted steel cut-out wall sculptures such as Hippodrome and Graffiti Lips; and bronze sculptures such as Moving Dialogue. Visit www.ganaart.com or call (02) 730-0466.
Scent of Hanok: Commemorative Exhibition of Kim Dae-byuk
Art Sonje Museum
Through March 5
Documentary photographer Kim Dae-byuk has a keen eye for Korean traditional architecture, historical relics and palaces. His photographs capture the beauty and essence of old Korean architecture. Call (02) 741-7441.
The Battle of Taste
Sangsang Madang
Through April 20
Sixty young artists create images of life in modern society in the exhibit ``The Battle of Taste." The museum is located in Hongdae. Visit www.sangsangmadang.com or call (02) 330-6223.
Chen Ruo Bing
Gallery Kong
Through March 23
Dusseldorf-based Chinese artist Chen Ruo Bing combines elements of traditional Chinese painting with European sensibility. Call (02) 738-7776 or send an email to info@gallerykong.com.
Sail Along Hangang Renaissance
Nam Seoul Annex, Seoul Museum of Art
Through May 13
This exhibition, part of the 2008 Hi Seoul Festival, looks back at the history of Seoul through the development of the Han River from the Joseon Dynasty to the present. It provides an opportunity for visitors to see the Han River and Seoul through artists' viewpoints. Visit seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr.
On Air
Arario Seoul
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.
Botero and Warhol
Opera Gallery
On-going
The striking pop art of Colombian artist Fernando Botero and American artist Andy Warhol are on display at Opera Gallery. At the exhibit are Botero's works ``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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Verner Panton
Hangaram Design Museum
Through March 2
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.
A Thousand Magic Characters
Seoul Education Culture Center
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).
Princess Party
Changjo Concert Hall
Meet all princess, Snow White, Cinderella, the Little Mermaid, on one stage. ``Princess Party'' revamps once-upon-a-time fairy tales into a modern day play. Tickets cost 20,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 1 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Basketball
March 1, 2008 Saturday
Samsung Bluefangs vs. Hyundai SkyWalkers at 2 p.m.
Daejeon Chungmu Stadium
March 2, 2008 Sunday
LIG Greaters vs. Korean Air Jumbos at 2 p.m.
Gumi Park Chung-hee Stadium
Kepco vs. Sangmu at 2 p.m.
Suwon Indoor Stadium
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.