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  • Published May 29, 2008 4:13 pm KST
  • Updated May 29, 2008 4:13 pm KST

Clubs

The Circle

Cheongdam-dong

Located in the upscale Cheongdam-dong neighborhood, it's notorious for turning you down unless you're dressed chic and sleek. Faithful to its name, it has a round revolving floor ― looking for your ``lost'' table gives clubbers the perfect excuse to sit down with a sexy stranger. Located on Dosan-daero near Hak-dong intersection. Call (02) 546-5933 or visit www.thecircle.co.kr.

Club Answer

This might be the answer to your nightlife. It offers an intimate partying environment with groovy electronic music by star DJs. You can reserve tables and the ones on the second floor provide an open view of the dance floor. Or mingling with the hot bartenders at the open bar might be a fine alternative. Located in Cheongdam-dong across the street from Prima Hotel, near the entrance of Yeongdong-daegyo. Call (02) 548-7115 or visit www.clubanswer.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.

Club NB

Gangnam

This hip-hop hot spot is a cornerstone of Seoul nightlife. ``Noise Basement'' often holds special parties and performances and you can find Korean homies here with do-rags, dreads and baseball caps turned sideways. Located near Kyobo Bookstore (exit 6 of Gangnam station on subway line 2). Call (02) or visit www.clubnb.com. Check out other NB chains in Hongdae.

Underlounge Seoul

It's the local club of a hip Japanese chain that's also to be found in Shanghai. Located in the famous clubbing area, Hongdae, it's all flashy with loud club music and lights. It's pretty spacious with a supersized crystal ball hanging over your head. DJs from near and far make music while you can hang out at the open bar or classy private rooms. Located near the main entrance of Hongik Univ. Call (02) 325-5715 or visit www.underlounge.kr.

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.

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.

Above

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

Apgujeong-dong

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

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

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.

Tour de Force in Korean Dance

Seoul Namsan Gugakdang

Through June 25

Renowned dancers present traditional Korean dance every Wednesday night during the period. The performance will be held at 7:30 p.m., with tickets for adults priced at 20,000 won and for students at 10,000 won. Seoul Namsan Gugakdang is located near exits 3 and 4 of Chungmuro station on subway lines 3 and 4.

Art Exhibitions

Robert Combas

Gana Art Center

Through June 8

French painter and sculptor Robert Combas is recognized as a ``progenitor of the Figuration Libre movement" in Paris during the 1980s. ``Figuration Libre" draws influences from graffiti, cartoons and rock music as it attempts to reflect contemporary society. Combas' colorful paintings and sculptures are on display at Gana Art Center until June 8, and will be shown at the Gana Art Busan from June 12 to 29. Visit www.ganaart.com.

Am A Designer

Doosan Art Center

Through June 12

Art and design merge in this exhibition at the Doosan Art Center. Nine designers and design groups, including Kim Ki-hyun, 2CH, Pooroni, Campana Brothers from Brazil and Susanne Kessler and Petra Eichler from Germany are participating in the exhibit. Visit www.doosanartcenter.com or call (02) 708-5050.

Chronicle of Images

Arko Art Center

Through June 29

Eight curators give a fresh perspective on the Arko Art Center's collection. In this exhibition, curators have come up with different themes such as ``Intro," ``Take In," ``Memory of Writing" and ``Room Within the Mind." Guided tours are available at 4 p.m., Monday to Friday and 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on weekends. Visit www.arkoartcenter.or.kr.

Jun So-jung

Gallery Kong

Through June 22

Jun So-jung's works such as ``The Finale of a Story" and ``Hidden Files" can be seen at Gallery Kong. Email info@gallerykong.com for information or call (02) 738-7776.

D'Amour

N Gallery

June 5 to July 6

The exhibit featuring works of French and Korean artists will open on June 5. Among the participating artists are Michel King, Moreno Pincas, Alain Bonnefoit, Park Yong-in, Jun Myung-ja and Jung Kang-ja. Viist ww.ngalleryart.com or call (031) 703-5201.

Touch the Space

Gallery Touch

Through June 13

Gallery Touch is holding an exhibit at the 6th to 13th floors of the Ramada Hotel and Suites in central Seoul. Eight Korean artists including Ju Seok-cheol, Park Hoon-seong, Ju Tae-seok and Hahn Jee-sun are participating in the exhibit. Call (02) 776-7177 or email touchafrica0@gmail.com.

Sound Installation

Song Eun Gallery

Chung Ha-eung is holding a solo exhibition at Song Eun Gallery, located in Daechi, Gangnam. Visit www.songeun.co.kr or call (02) 527-6298.

Korea One-Hundred Sculptors Exhibition

Special Exhibition Hall, Millennium Seoul Hilton Hotel

Through June 20

The Korea Sculptors Forum and Hankook Ilbo are holding an exhibition to raise funds for the restoration of Sungnyemun. A hundred sculptures by 100 Korean artists, as well as photographs by photographer Kim Jung-man will be on sale. The art works are on display on the first floor and the basement. Call (02) 742-0612.

Live Originality

UNC Gallery

Through June 11

This exhibition focuses on works of Berlin-based foreign artists, such as Bulgarian Mariana Vassileva, Israeli Rivka Rinn, Japanese Takafumi Hara and Austrian Bianca Real. The vibrant art scene in Berlin has influenced these artists' works. Visit www.uncgallery.com or call (02) 733-2798.

Cinderella Revealed

Brain Factory

Through June 1

Cho So-yeon once again uses disposable forks and Scotch tape in recreating monumental art works. The huge funnel-shaped works appear open to various interpretation. Visit www.brainfactory.org or call (02) 725-9520.

Paradise Hormone

Mongin Art Center

Through July 20

Yee Soo-kyung is holding a solo exhibition at Mongin Art Center. Visit www.mongin.org or call (02) 736-1446.

Jang Young-ju

Insa Art Center

May 29 to June 3

Vibrant splashes of color dominate Jang Young-ju's works. Art critic Antonia Pereira described her as having the ``energy of an abstract expressionist and the spiritual sensibilities of a master of calligraphy.'' Call (02) 736-1020 or visit www.youngjujang.com.

Lee Young-hee

Noam Gallery

May 28-June 10

This solo exhibition features oil paintings of sketches Lee Young-hee made during his travels to Manchuria, Apnok River, Myohyang Mountain, Daedong River among others. He is particularly interested in making landscapes of paths, especially those in the North Korean mountains. Visit www.noamgallery.com or call (02) 720-2235.

Michael Joo

PKM Gallery

Michael Joo returns to Seoul with a solo exhibition at PKM Gallery. Joo won the grand prize at the Gwangju Biennale in 2006, and has held exhibitions in the United States, Italy, Netherlands, France and the United Kingdom. Visit www.pkmgallery.com or call (02) 734-9467.

Artist of the Year 2008: Chang Yeon-soon

National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea

Textile artist Chang Yeon-soon has been chosen as this year's artist of the year by the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The exhibition features impressive textile-based works. Visit www.moca.go.kr.

The World of Expression

Hangaram Art Museum

Through July 6

Forty-six artists are participating in this group exhibition featuring today's top Korean contemporary art. The exhibit is divided into four sections: Expression of Shape, Expression of Light and Color, Expression of Movement and Expression of Space. There are exhibition explanations everyday at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Admission is 5,000 won for adults and 3,000 won for students. Call (02) 580-1300.

Reflective Surface

Arario Seoul

Lee Ji-hyun's works have a sense of color and space, and use famous museums and landmarks such as the Smithsonian and Colosseum. Among the works on display are ``Erecthion+Jeju Studio," ``Smithsonian+Rm_2" and ``Colosseum+Dressing Table_3." Visit www.arariogallery.com.

Ai Weiwei

Gallery Hyundai

Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, known for designing the iconic Beijing National Olympic Stadium, is holding his first solo exhibition in Seoul. The exhibit features ``6.3.2006,'' a series of photographs he took of the stadium while it was being constructed. Also included are pieces from his Fairytale series, which attracted attention at last year's Kassel Documenta. Visit www.galleryhyundai.com or call (02) 734-6113.

Pleasant Day

Artsonje Center Seoul

Through July 27

Chung Chu-ha's photographs may seem to depict everyday scenes at the beach, but ironically in the background stands nuclear power plants. He took photographs of the environment around four nuclear power plants in Korea such as Yeonggwang on the west coast and Uljin on the east coast. Call (02) 733-8945.

Hope to See You There

Michael Schultz Gallery

Through June 4

Young Chinese artist Shen Liang gained attention for his works exploring the world of the Peking Opera. The 31 year-old artist gives the Peking Opera a modernist treatment, connecting the past and present of China. Visit www.scultzgallery.co.kr or call (02) 546-7955.

Hou Chun Ming

Pyo Gallery Seoul

Taiwanese artist Hou Chun Ming is holding a print solo exhibition at Pyo Gallery Seoul. Visit www.pyoart.com or call (02) 790-0595.

Empire and Joseon

Museum of Photography, Seoul

Through June 7

Interesting photographs by Lee Sang-hyun are on display at the Museum of Photography. Visit www.photomuseum.or.kr.

Paradise Lost

Gallery Em

Korean artist Ligyung is showing his latest works in ``Paradise Lost," his first solo exhibition in Seoul since 2006.Visit www.galleryem.co.kr or call (02) 544-8145.

Art of Cartier

National Museum of Art

Through July 13

An exhibition of the beautiful jewelry of world famous jeweler Cartier is in Seoul for the first time. The exhibition features 267 pieces of exquisite jewelry made by Cartier from the mid-1860's to the mid-20th century, as well as sketches and photographs of jewelry designs. The National Museum of Art is located inside Deoksu Palace. Visit www.artofcartier.co.kr or www.moca.go.kr.

Twisting Venus

TouchArt Gallery

Debbie Han's solo exhibition features her acclaimed ``Graces" series and sculpture ``Sports Venus" series. The ``Sports Venus" series includes celadon porcelain figures of Venus combined with sports equipment. The gallery is located in Heyri Art Valley.

International Young Artists' Spring Art Show

Space C*Coreana Art & Culture Complex

Vibrant art works by young artists from all over the world can be seen at this group exhibition. Admission is 3,000 won. Visit www.spacec.co.kr or call (02) 547-9177.

Mary Had a Little Lamb

Artsonje Museum Gyeongju

Through August 17

Artist Bae Jung-wan's exhibition explores ``how vinyl and swans spiral our memories and dreams." Admission is 3,000 won. Visit artsonje.org or call (054) 745-7075.

Kids

Uncle Cookie's Funny Farm

Woongjin Think Big Theater

Enjoy funny episodes and delightful songs in English at this children's musical. Four friends are taking care of Uncle Cookie's farm animals while he is away. But when Ducky suddenly disappears, the friends are off to find him. Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 100,000 won. Special family tickets are available. Visit www.ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 738-8289. Located near exit 1 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

Daddy, I Love you

You Theater

Walker is a captured wild horse working on a farm. Walker and his son, CiCi, escape the horrible place but as they run away, Walker is suddenly shot by a gun. Through this family musical, children will get to learn the true meaning of love and friendship. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 25,000 won. Visit www.ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 547- 3061. Located near exit 4 of Gangnamgu Office Station on subway line 7.

Sports Games

Baseball

May 31, 2008 Saturday

Doosan Bears vs. KIA Tigers at 5:00 p.m.

Jamsil Stadium

Woori Heroes vs. Lotte Giants at 5:00 p.m.

Mokdong Stadium

Hanhwa Eagles vs. LG Twins at 5:00 p.m.

Chungju Stadium

Samsung Lions vs. SK Knights 5:00 p.m.

Daegu Stadium

June 1, 2008 Sunday

Samsung Lions vs. SK Knights at 5:00 p.m.

Hanhwa Eagles vs. LG Twins at 2:00 p.m.

Horseracing

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.