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SeongnamGuk-Ak
Seongnam Arts Center
Jan. 14
Seongnam Municipal Group of Korean Traditional Performing Arts will hold a gukak concert Jan. 14 at Seongnam Arts Center.
The performance will feature Daego and Gayageum, each played by Im Won-sik and Hwang Byung-Ki. Kim Mahn-suk will conduct the show.
Admission is 10,000 won. For more information, call 1544-8117 or visit www.sn-pac.or.kr.
‘Fanta-Stick’
Seoul Fanta-Stick Theater
Through 2016
‘Fanta-Stick’ is performed everyday at Seoul Fanta-Stick Theater as an open-ended run. The performance presents representative content of original Korean music, utilizing traditional instruments and percussion to create fusion gukak.
Tickets cost 30,000 to 60,000 won. For more information, visit www.fanta-stick.co.kr or call (02) 3143-5959.
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‘A New Name in a Digital World, Code-Named Hangeul: D55C AE00'
National Hangeul Museum
Through Jan. 31
The National Hangeul Museum hosts the special exhibition "A New Name in a Digital World, Code-Named Hangeul: D55C AE00" until Jan 31, 2016 to celebrate its first anniversary.
This exhibition will display how typewriters, corpuses, fonts and software were developed for the Korean language, as well as the principle behind the informatization of the Korean language and the meaning of Korean dictionaries.
For more information, visit www.hangeul.go.kr or call (02) 2124-6322.
‘Neolithic Culture in Korea'
The National Museum of Korea
The National Museum of Korea is hosting an exhibition on Neolithic culture in Korea running until Jan. 31, 2016.
During this prolific time in early human and technological development, the Neolithic Era witnessed the beginning of agriculture, spawning a true revolution. Human beings during this period began to display signs of cultural and behavioral progression, which included the use of wild and domestic crops and domestication of animals for farm use.
In terms of cultural development, Neolithic societies ― especially in the East Asian region ― began to produce pottery and carvings, which preceded the later bounteous development and advancement of pottery art in Asian cultures.
On display will be numerous artifacts excavated from Dongsam-dong and Amsa-dong, the latter of which is a famous prehistoric settlement site unearthed in 1925.
For more information, call (02) 2077-9463 or visit
‘A Journey to the Modern Seoul City Wall'
Seoul City Wall Museum
Through Feb. 14
Seoul City Wall Museum will hold the special exhibition "A Journey to the Modern Seoul City Wall" until Feb. 14, 2016.
The exhibition will reflect on the modern Seoul City Wall with visual aids, such as newspaper articles, travel guides and music. It will also exhibit pictures taken by foreigners and share their viewpoints on Seoul.
For more information, call (02) 724-0243 or visit
‘I Belong to the World'
Seoul Museum of History
Through Feb. 21
A Seoul-Odense International Exchange Exhibition, "I Belong to the World," will be held through Feb. 21, 2016 at the Seoul Museum of History. Hans Christian Anderson is a famous 19th century Danish author of children's fairy tales.
This exhibition presents 33 pieces of Anderson including the first book published in 1835, keepsakes such as a fountain pen, and drawings. "I Belong to the World" consists of two parts: The display section presents the works and life of Anderson; while the experience section presents works of artists who were motivated by Anderson's works and lets visitors assemble Lego blocks that display a scene from Anderson's fairy tales.
The museum is closed on every Mondays. For more information, visit www.museum.seoul.kr or call (02) 724-0274.
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‘New Romance'
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Seoul Branch
Through Jan. 24
"New Romance" will be held until Jan. 24, 2016, at National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art.
"New Romance" is a joint exhibition between Korea and Australia. With the advent of the post-human era, artists show anxiety towards a new existence and reflect on moral issues in the human world. Artists from Korea and Australia interpret the situation from their own perspectives through paintings.
Tickets cost 4,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3701-9500 or visit
‘Crossing Plane: Unit, Layer, Nostalgia'
Ilmin Museum of Art
"Crossing Plane: Unit, Layer, Nostalgia" will be held until Jan. 31, at Ilmin Museum of Art. The exhibition consists of three themes and each themed floor has its own topic. Ten artists will exhibit their distinctive interpretations of art.
For more information, call (02) 2020-2050 or visit
‘Monet's Impressionism Exhibition 2016'
The War Memorial of Korea
Through Feb. 8
The War Memorial of Korea will exhibit the works of Claude Monet from Dec. 11 to Feb. 8, 2016.
Claude Monet is a French artist from the 1800s to early 1900s and one of the creators of impressionism. He focused on the principle of light, exploring how the same subject looks different by changes of light. His works include "Women in the Garden," "Impression, Sunrise," "Haystacks, (Sunset)," and "Water Lilies."
Tickets cost 8,000 to 15,000 won. For more information, call (070) 7860-2719 or visit
‘Invisible Land of Love'
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Korea
The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Korea is exhibiting the works of AhnKyu-chul until Feb. 14.
This exhibition is a part of the MMCA Hyundai Motor Series to support domestic artists. Since the 1980s, Ahn has expressed his deep thoughts about life and arts in his works.
The title "Invisible Land of Love" is excerpted from a poem by Ma Jong-gi, showing Ahn's will to reveal the value of non-existence. Eight works of Ahn will be exhibited inspired by literature, architecture, music, performance and fine arts. Some of the works will allow audience participation.
Tickets cost 4,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3701-9500 or visit www.mmca.go.kr.
Alessandro Mendini
― The Poetry of Design
DDP
Through Feb. 28
The DDP is exhibiting the works of Alessandro Mendini at the DDP until Feb, 28, 2016.
Alessandro Mendini is a worldwide-renowned designer and this exhibition of his single works is his first in East Asia. Six hundred works will be displayed under the direction of Mendini himself. These pieces have a story as if each artwork is a phrase from a greater poem.
The hall is closed on Mondays. Tickets cost 8,000 to 14,000 won. For more information, visit www.ddp.or.kr or call (02) 2153-0000.
‘Picasso to Francis Bacon’
Seoul Arts Center
Through Mar. 1
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“Picasso to Francis Bacon” exhibits over 100 artworks of Contemporary Artists at Seoul Arts Center. / Courtesy of Seoul Arts Center
The exhibition consists of 100 artworks consisting of oil paintings, lithographs, and sculptures, from renowned artists, including 24 pieces from Picasso, 15 from Francis Bacon, 10 from Andy Warhol and nine from Marc Chagall. Having Koreans' favorite artists' works at Seoul Arts Center, people will have chance to appreciate masterpieces of Contemporary Art.
Tickets cost 6,000 won for children and 13,000 won for adults. For more information, call (02) 580-1300 or visit the Seoul Arts Center website, www.sac.or.kr.
The British Museum
– Human Image
Through Mar. 20
Relics from the British Museum, one of the most prestigious in the world, are now in Korea. Varying from sculptures with a history of 10,000 years to world-famous paintings, a total of 167 artworks are presented at Hangaram Art Museum inside Seoul Arts Center.
Within its theme of "Human Image," the exhibition welcomes people with two wooden statues in the first section to express ‘Ideal Beauty.' The following sections are: ‘Expressing the Person,' ‘The Body Divine,' ‘The Body Politic,' ‘The Body Transformed' and ‘Relationships'.
Tickets cost 8,000 to 15,000 won. For more information, call (02) 522-3342 or visit humanimage.co.kr.
‘Rubens and Other Masters’
National Museum of Korea
Through Apr. 10
Liechtenstein Museum is bringing a collection of paintings, sculptures and engravings to Korea. The exhibition takes place in National Museum of Korea, starting Dec. 12 to April 10 next year. The museum will not only display the works of great artists but also provide an opportunity to understand the history and artistic culture from the 17th century.
‘Rubens and Other Masters' presents the works of the century, featuring ‘Portrait of Clara Serena Rubens' and Pieter Brueghel's ‘Census at Bethlehem'.
Tickets cost 8,000 to 13,000 won. For more information, visit www.rubens2016.com or call 1688-9891.
‘Spatial Illumination – 9 Lights in 9 Rooms’
D Museum
Through May 8
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D Museum exhibits “Spatial Illumination — 9 Lights in 9 Rooms” until May. / Courtesy of Daelim Museum
D Museum will hold a lighting art exhibition, “Spatial Illumination – 9 Lights in 9 Rooms” until May.
The exhibition intends to stimulate the sensibility of space by exposing people to dispersedlights. Each of the “9 rooms” is separated with individual themes, and has lights spread in distinct orders. The lighting displays are enriched with music, movements and vibrant colors.
Major participants of this show are Carlos Cruz-Diez, CerithWyn Evans, Erwin Redl, Paul Cocksedge, Flynn Talbot, Olivier Ratsi, Dennis Parren, Tundra and Studio Roso.
Tickets cost 3,000 to 8,000 won. For more information, call 070-5097-0020 or visit daelimmuseum.org/dmuseum.
‘World of Mystery’
National Geographic is holding a “World of Mystery” exhibition to show stories from around the world at Seoul Arts Center.
In addition to National Geographic being well known for articles about scenery and history, the magazine has also been recognized for its astonishing quality of photography. Its latest photo exhibition in Korea explores humanity and nature through the lens, displayingeye-catching images of this mysterious world of ours. “World of Mystery” is divided into six sections: History of National Geographic, Mystery of Ancient Civilization, Mystery of the Universe, Mystery of the Wild, Mystery of the Water World and the Deep Sea Challenge Project.
Tickets cost 13,000 won for adults and 10,000 won for students. For more information, call (02) 6263-2621 or visit www.ngphto.co.kr.
‘Paik Nam June Groove – Heung’
Sejong Center for Performing Arts, Museum of Art
Through Jan. 29
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The Paik Nam June Groove exhibition will take place at Sejong Museum of Art until the end of January. / Courtesy of SejongCenter for Performing Arts
Until late January, the Paik Nam June Groove exhibition will take place at the Sejong Museum of Art. Marking the 10th anniversary of his death, this year’s exhibition offers an unprecedented view into Paik’s creative method by displaying artworks that convey his extraordinary accomplishments.
The artworks of Paik Nam June were a major influence on late twentieth-century art and continue to inspire a new generation of artists. The exhibition includes his legendary works, varying from robots to video art.
Ticket prices are listed at 9,000 won for adults and 4,000 won for students. For more information,call (02) 399-1152.
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‘EBS Kids Play Musical Farting King PpungPpung'
Gangdong Arts Center
The children's musical "EBS Kids Play Musical Farting King PpungPpung" will be staged at Gangdong Arts Center from Dec. 17 to Jan. 31, 2016.
"PpungPpung" is the oldest kids program airing on EBS. Breaking the cliche of good triumphing over evil, the musical focuses on the pure emotions of children itself. Collaborating with EBS technicians, performances will stimulate the five senses of children.
There are no plays on Mondays.
Ticket price ranges from 30,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, call (02) 586-0623.
‘Turning MECARD’
Olympic Park Woori Art Hall
Jan. 8-Feb. 28
A television show ‘KBS TurningMecard' is now on stage. Along the original plot from the TV show, the musical will explore further stories on stage with mechanical battles brought to reality.
Tickets costs 40,000 to 60,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555 or visit www.interpark.com.
‘Secret Flower Dance Party’
Sowol Art Hall
A Kim Su-ro Project team shows3D animation “Secret Jouju” as a children’s musical. Kids will be able to meet the four main casts of “Secret Jouju,” and enjoy vibrant music and dance performed by them.
There are no plays on Mondays. Children must be 2 years and older for entry. Ticket costs 50,000 won. For further information, call 070-4699-5888.
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Korean Basketball League
Wednesday, Jan. 13
Busan KT Sonic boom vs. Ulsan Mobis Phoebus
BusanSajik Indoor Gymnasium
Seoul Samsung Thunders vs. Seoul SK Knights
Jamsil Indoor Stadium
Anyang KGC vs. Jeonju KCC Egis
Anyang Gymnasium
Thursday, Jan. 14
Wonju Dongbu Promy vs. Incheon ET Land Elephants
Wonju Chiak Gymnasium
Changwon LG Sakers vs. Goyang Orions
Changwon Indoor Gymnasium
Friday, Jan. 15
Seoul SK Knights vs. Anyang KGC
Jamsil Students' Gymnasium
Jeonju KCC Egis vs. Ulsan Mobis Phoebus
WonjuChiak Gymnasium
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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, call (02) 509-1114 or visit www.kra.co.kr.