Arts & Theater

Korea, Uzbekistan strengthen ties through shared history, artistic exchange

The deep cultural connection between Korea and Uzbekistan is well-known to Koreans. The ties between the two nations span vast histories. From ancient Silk Road exchanges — evident in a mural at the Afrasiab palace in Samarkand, which depicts two Korean envoys in traditional Goguryeo attire — to the early 20th century, when Uzbekistan welcomed a large population of Koreans who had been forcibly relocated to Central Asia by the Soviet government. Known as Koryo Saram, this community has since become an integral part of Uzbek society.

Jan 25, 2025By Insun Woo

Korea, Uzbekistan strengthen ties through shared history, artistic exchange

Seoul Museum of Art to welcome two new venues in 2025

The Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA) is set for an eventful year in 2025, with the grand opening of two new venues — the Photography Seoul Museum of Art and the Seo-Seoul Museum of Art — alongside expanded institutional partnerships spanning the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

Jan 21, 2025By Park Han-sol

Seoul Museum of Art to welcome two new venues in 2025

From naval admiral to marathoner: NMK to honor historic icons for liberation anniversary

2025 marks a landmark moment for the National Museum of Korea (NMK), where history and celebration intersect. This year commemorates both the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation from Japan's 1910-45 colonial rule and the 20th anniversary of the museum’s move to its current location in Yongsan, central Seoul.

Jan 21, 2025By Park Han-sol

From naval admiral to marathoner: NMK to honor historic icons for liberation anniversary

Kim Sung-hwan reframes shared history of Hawaii, Joseon through 'unfinished' art

For multidisciplinary artist Kim Sung-hwan, Hawaii is not just an idyllic dot on the map. It is a place deeply intertwined with history and identity.

Jan 17, 2025By Park Han-sol

Kim Sung-hwan reframes shared history of Hawaii, Joseon through 'unfinished' art

'Creatives in Motion' brings emerging Korean artists to New York

The Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY), in collaboration with the Korea National University of Arts (K-Arts), presents "Creatives in Motion," a five-day showcase of rising Korean figures in visual and performing arts, from Jan. 14 to 18. As part of the "K-Arts in New York" series, the program highlights three performances and three exhibitions selected through an open call that drew 155 submissions.

Jan 13, 2025By Kwon Mee-yoo

'Creatives in Motion' brings emerging Korean artists to New York

Algorithmic cage: Artist challenges myth of 'free' web surfing

Since the dawn of the internet, its intangible and limitless nature has often been compared to a free-flowing body of water — where we "surf" the net, "stream" its content and "dive into" the depths of the Deep Web.

Jan 10, 2025By Park Han-sol

Algorithmic cage: Artist challenges myth of 'free' web surfing

INTERVIEW 'Swing Days' reimagines Korean independence movement with US composer's touch

Korean musicals about the independence movement during the 1910-45 Japanese colonial period — a defining yet deeply scarred chapter in the nation’s modern history — are evolving. Moving beyond traditional portrayals of heroic resistance fighters, new works are exploring more multifaceted narratives about those who fought for their country’s freedom.

Jan 9, 2025By Kwon Mee-yoo

[INTERVIEW] 'Swing Days' reimagines Korean independence movement with US composer's touch

Artist Tak Young-jun nabs 24th SongEun Art Award

Artist Tak Young-jun, whose focus lies in exploring the intersections between queer identity, religious belief systems and architectural forms, has been named the winner of the 24th SongEun Art Award on Tuesday.

Jan 8, 2025By Park Han-sol

Artist Tak Young-jun nabs 24th SongEun Art Award

Modern art museum unveils new permanent exhibitions featuring Korean art collection

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) is set to launch a string of permanent exhibitions this year, positioning them as an encyclopedic overview of its Korean art collection from 1900 to the present.

Jan 7, 2025By Park Han-sol

Modern art museum unveils new permanent exhibitions featuring Korean art collection

MMCA needs to prepare for next big steps as global visitors flock, experts say

INTERVIEW Solar shines brighter in her second run in 'Mata Hari'

Solar, a decade into her K-pop career, is taking on a fresh challenge in the form of musical theater. As she reprises the title role in the Korean musical "Mata Hari," the MAMAMOO vocalist shared how this venture has both challenged her and spurred personal and professional growth.

Jan 7, 2025By Pyo Kyung-min

[INTERVIEW] Solar shines brighter in her second run in 'Mata Hari'

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