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.
Julian Schnabel
Gallery Hyundai
Through April 20
The exhibition of American artist Julian Schnabel's best art works finally opens in Seoul after touring Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong. Schnabel, who nabbed the best director prize at the 60th International Cannes Film Festival for the film Diving Bell and Butterfly, is considered one of the top contemporary artists in the West. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com.
Annette Messager
National Museum of Contemporary Art
Through June 5
Annette Messager, born in France in 1943, creates installation art using photography, knitting, embroidery, sewing and other objects from her collections. Admission is 3,000 won. Visit www.moca.go.kr or call 02-2022-0600. The National Museum of Contemporary Art is located near Seoul Grand Park (Subway Line 4). A shuttle bus is available every 20 minutes at Exit 4 of the subway station.
Selected Emerging Artists 2008
Seoul Museum of Art
Through June 15
The Selected Emerging Artists 2008: Four Ways to Look at Art is aimed at giving young artists a chance to show their talent. 104 works by 25 artists are on display. Visit https://seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr/main.html.
The Jewels of Tiffany (1837-2007
Hangaram Design Museum
Through June 6
An exhibition of exquisite jewelry designs from renowned jeweler Tiffany and Company is in Seoul for the first time. Charles Lewis Tiffany founded Tiffany and Co. in 1937 in New York. The exhibit includes an emerald and diamond brooch owned by Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon Bonaparte III. Visit designgallery.or.kr.
Exhibition of Scarf with Art Spirit
Korea Art Center
Through April 15
In this exhibition of scarves, 20 Korean artists use silk scarves as their canvas. The Korea Art Center hopes this project will spur the creation of more Korean cultural products with artistic identity. Visit www.koreaartcenter.com or call (02) 2003-8392.
One Fine Spring Day
Gwangju Museum of Art
Through May 14
Celebrate the beauty of spring at the Gwangju Museum of Art's 56-day exhibition called One Fine Spring Day. Visit www.artmuse.gwangju.go.kr or call (062) 510-0700.
Membranes & Margins
Gallery Em
Through April 19
Indian artist Prajakta Potnis is holding her first exhibition in Seoul at the Gallery E.
The 27-year old artist's works include Fibrosis and Membranes. Visit www.galleryem.co.kr or call (02) 544-8148.
Hello Spring!
N Gallery
Through April 27
Just in time for spring season, N Gallery is holding an exhibit of refreshingly colorful paintings by nine Korean artists. Visit www.ngalleryart.com or call (70)-7430-3323.
Emptiness & Fullness
Gallery Ssamzie
Through April 6
The beauty of modern Korean pottery is on display at Gallery Ssamzie. Call (02) 736-6720 or visit www.ssamziegil.co.kr
After The Pictorial Turn
Doosan Gallery
Through April 24
Four young Korean artists are holding a group exhibition at the Doosan Gallery. The exhibit features exciting paintings, photographs, sculptures and installation media works. Visit www.doosanartcenter.com or call (02) 708-5050.
Old Pine Tree
Savina Museum of Contemporary Art
Veteran sculptor Lee Gil-rae will display his pine tree-inspired sculptures at the Savina Museum. He is known for creating huge sculptures made of bronze pipes. Visit www.savinamuseum.com.
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Kukje Gallery
Artists MeeNa Park and Sasa[44] take a unique approach to contemporary culture. Their works are a social commentary on today's fast-paced world. Call (02)735-8449 or visit www.kukjegallery.com
Four Young Chinese Positions
Michael Schultz Gallery Seoul
Through April 5
China's contemporary art scene is attracting interest from all over the world. The Michael Schultz Gallery is presenting the vibrant, socio-political works of artists Zhang Hongbo, Liu Jun, Ren Hong and Wang Zhijie. Visit www.schultzgallery.co.kr or call (02) 546-7955.
Masterpieces in Ceramics from the V& A
Korea Foundation Cultural Center Gallery
Through June 23
Exquisite and precious ceramics from Britain's Victoria and Albert Museum's collection are in Seoul for the first time. The exhibit features 117 pieces that will give viewers an insight into the history of ceramics from around the world. The exhibit is open every day except Tuesdays. Visit www.kfcenter.or.kr or www.vakorea.net.
The Wendell Castle Show
Seomi & Tuus
Ongoing
Wendell Castle is described as ``the most prominent and influential living member of the American Studio Craft movement. He has created innovative furniture designs that are functional and sculptural. His works have been included in permanent collections of top museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian. Seomi & Tuus is in Cheongdam-dong. Call (02) 511-7305.
Indication
PKM Gallery
Through April 30
Noori Lee, who works in Jeonju, Korea and Basel, Switzerland, is holding an exhibition at the PKM Gallery. The artist has had several solo exhibitions in Switzerland and Korea. Visit www.pkmgallery.com or call (02) 734-9467.
Lee Jin-young
Arario Gallery Cheonan
Through May 18
Lee Jin-young is holding a solo exhibition for the first time in four years at the Arario Gallery in Cheonan. The centerpiece of the exhibition is ``The Nature Inside of the Drawer,'' featuring extra large drawers with over 1,000 different images of books. Admission is 3,000 won. Visit www.arariogallery.co.kr or call (041) 551 5100.
On-Air
Rodin Gallery
Through May 25
Internationally renowned photographer Atta Kim's ``On-Air'' project is based on his philosophy that ``Everything that exists is bound to disappear.'' His photographs feature scenes fromt the Demilitarized Zone in Korea, streets of New York and Tiananmen Square in Beijing. In 2006, Kim was the first Asian artist to have a solo exhibition at the International Center of Photography in New York. Visit rodin.samsungfoundation.org.
Antoine Bourdelle
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, 40 sketches and watercolor paintings ― will be on display. All 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 children aged 7 to 12 years. Children under 7 years of age and senior citizens can get in free. Visit www.bourdelle.co.kr (Korean) or seoulmoa.seoul.go.kr (English).
White Sea Black Sea
Museum of Photography, Seoul
The photographs of Jens Olof Lasthein will take viewers on a visual journey along the eastern border of the European Union, from the White Sea in the north to the Black Sea in the south. Call (02) 418-1315.
From Garage Part 1
2x13 Gallery
Through April 14
D Hwang's solo exhibition From Garage Part 1 is his first in Seoul since 2002's Dark Face at Hello Art Gallery. He previously showed his works in solo and group exhibits in New York, and Tokyo. Call (02) 547-6213.
Wooden Heart
Ilmin Museum of Art
Germany-based Sen Chung will show 40 paintings in an exhibit at the Ilmin Museum of Art. The 45-year old artist takes inspiration from history to show a new image of reconciliation. Visit www.ilmin.org.
2008 Manas Sculpture Project
Manas Art Center
On-going
Sculptures by Kim Tae-kun, Park Hyun-ock, Lee Min-su and Lee Yong-sop are part of the 2008 Manas Sculpture Project. Visit www.manas.co.kr or call (031) 774-5121.
Korean Art 1910-1960
Through February 2010
The exhibit shows how Korean art evolved over Japanese colonial rule, Korea's independence and the Korean War. Works by artists such as Park Soo-keun and Lee Jung-sup are on display. Visit www.moca.go.kr.
2007 New Acquisitions
Gallery 2 and Central Hall, National Museum of Contemporary Art
New artworks acquired by the National Museum of Contemporary Art are on display for the first time. Visit www.moca.go.kr.
Contextual Listening
Mongin Art Center
Through May 4
Interesting works by Park Ki-won, Park Hwa-young and Hong Jung-pyo are on display at Mongin Art Center. The three artists are currently on an 18-month residency program at the Mongin Art Space. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday. Call (02) 736-1446 or visit www.mongin.org
The Battle of Taste
Sangsang Madang
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.
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.
Close to You
Cyan Museum of Art
Six Korean artists show their distinct and varied styles in 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.
Shin Sang-ho Exhibition
Clayarch Gimhae Museum
Through July 20
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 and Force and Fired Paintings. Visit www.clayarch.org.
Double Vision
Gallery 2
Through March 29
Pop artist Lee Dongi is holding two back-to-back exhibitions at Gallery 2. The first exhibition is Double Vision, through March 29, followed by Bubbles, April 3-26. Lee is famous for creating his alter-ego character Atomaus, a hybrid of the Japanese animation icon Atom and Disney's famous Mickey Mouse. Visit www.gallery2.co.kr or call (02) 3448-2112.
The Faces
Philip Kang Gallery
Through April 2
German artist Martin Heinig is holding an exhibition of his works in Seoul, which have been shown in Germany and all over the world. Visit www.philipkanggallery.net.
The Message of Youth for Solitude and Love
Galleria Bellarte
Through March 31
Young artists Joo Jung-a and Yeo Ju-gyeong will have a joint exhibition at the Galleria Bellarte. Call (02) 739-4333.
Landscapes of the Spirit
Kim Young Seob Photo Gallery
Through March 30
New York-based photographer Daniel Lee displays 50 of his photographs taken while traveling through the United States and around the world over the past 30 years. This is Lee's first exhibit in Seoul. Call (02) 733- 6331 or visit www.gallerykim.com.
Yin Jun and Yin Kun
Urban Art
Through March 28
Chinese artists Yin Jun and Yin Kun are showing their playful and colorful artworks at Urban Art. The two brothers are already attracting attention in Europe and Asia. Visit www.urbanart4u.com or call (02) 511-2931
Park Yong-in
Millennium Seoul Hilton lower lobby
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.
Choi Young-lim-Munakata Shiko Exhibit
Deoksugung National Museum of Contemporary Art
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.
5 Spaces, 5 Colors
Moran Museum of Art
Five art critics each selected an artist to hold an exhibition on in each of the rooms of the museum. 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.
Rendezvous With Paris
Gallery Emporia
In partnership with the renowned Univers des Arts magazine, Gallery Emporia is presenting the best of contemporary art from France. The works of Korean artists with artistic roots in Paris are also on display. Visit www.emporia.co.kr or call (02) 3443-5555.
Janggeum's Dream
Universal Arts Center
April 17-27
The musical version of the hit drama "Jewel in the Palace," "Jangguem's Dream" will be a great opportunity for children to see this story of love, passion, hope and friendship. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 44,000 won. Visit janggeumdream.co.kr or call (02) 3282-3629. Located near exit 4 of Achasan Station on subway line 5.
Piano Grandmother
Think Town
Experience the loving relationship between children and their grandparents. Tickets cost 15,000. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or www.thinktown.co.kr. Call 1588-7890 or 02-6282-5777. Located near exit 2 of Express Bus Terminal station on subway line 3 and 7.
Soccer
March 29, 2008 Saturday
Pohang Steelers vs Incheon United F.C. at 3:00 p.m.
Pohang Steel Yard
Jeju United FC vs. Seongnam Ilhwa at 3:30 p.m.
Jeju World Cup Stadium
Jeonnam Dragons vs. Daejeon Citizen at 3:30 p.m.
Gwangyang Stadium
Ulsan Hyundai vs. Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors at 4:00 p.m.
Ulsan World Cup Stadium
Busan I Park vs. Gwangju Sangmu at 7:00 p.m.
Busan Asiad Main Stadium
Suwon Blue Wings vs. Gyeongnam FC at 7:30 p.m.
Suwon World Cup Stadium
March 30, 2008 Sunday
F.C. Seoul vs. Daegu FC at 3:00 p.m.
Seoul World Cup 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.