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More stream-of-consciousness than circus

TheaterJun 27, 2011

For audience expecting a circus, ‘Rain’ leaves something to be desired If hair-raising acrobatics, lions jumping through hoops on fire and ultra-flexible girls folding themselves like paperclips is ...
Reporters from war allies explore Korean culture, economy

CultureJun 26, 2011

Press members from countries that joined South Korean forces during the Korean War (1950-1953) visited here last week to cover the nation’s economic and cultural growth so far. In commemoration of t...
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TheaterJun 24, 2011

Exhibitions “The American Art: Masterpieces of Everyday Life from the Whitney Museum of American Art”: To present an overall view of U.S. contemporary art of the early 20th century, the National Mus...
Omija-hwachae (Omija Punch)

FoodJun 24, 2011

Omija-hwachae is a Korean berry punch made with omija berries and honey or sugar, and garnished with pear. Omija-hwachae is a cold drink that is typically enjoyed in the summer. It has a beautiful co...
Guggenheim Museum introduces Lee U-fan

TheaterJun 23, 2011

Installation view of Lee U-fan’s “Dialogue” at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (Kukje Gallery/Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation) The first retrospective exhibition in the U.S. on South Korean artist...
Choi targets both artistry and sales

FashionJun 22, 2011

Chief Designer of Johnny Hates Jazz hopes to expand market to Asia and U.S. This is the first of a series of articles on up-and-coming South Korean designers. ― Ed. It has been a while since the fa...
Former art gallery put up for auction

TheaterJun 21, 2011

The former Korean Fine Art Gallery building in Gahoe-dong, central Seoul, has been put up for auction. Seoul Auction announced on Tuesday that it would mediate the sale of the building designed by a...
Summer fests to enthrall Gwangju, Daegu

TheaterJun 20, 2011

‘Festival O! Gwangju’ and ‘Daegu International Musical Festival’ present local and international performances Gwangju Metropolitan City and Daegu Metropolitan City are each holding a festival showca...
When moonlight shimmers on royal palace

TravelJun 17, 2011

Changdeokgung Moonlight Trail invites visitors to a mystical journey crossing past and present Under the soft moonlight, every wooden building, tree and pond in the palace seemed to unfold at least ...
Pyeonsu (Square dumpling)

FoodJun 17, 2011

Pyeonsu is a steamed square dumpling stuffed with vegetables and beef. Pyeonsu is served chilled or floating in a cool soy sauce soup. It is a summer delicacy. The dish gets its name from the Chinese...
Contemporary art museum to open 2013

TheaterJun 15, 2011

Construction starts at ex-military spy agency near Cheong Wa Dae National Museum of Contemporary Art held the groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday for its Seoul branch which will be built at Sogyeok...
‘Nation Brand’ musical: Can it live up to its name?

TheaterJun 14, 2011

The National Theater of Korea will stage “Kim Hong-do,” an original musical including Korean traditional music, songs and dance, as the new “Nation Brand” performance next month. The musical will be...
African culture to heat up Seoul summer

TheaterJun 12, 2011

Korean Foreign Ministry hosts festival, photo and painting exhibitions to introduce wide spectrum of African art Just in time for summer, events and exhibitions featuring African culture have arrive...
Gujeolpan (Platter of Nine Delicacies)

FoodJun 10, 2011

Gujeolpan is the name of a nine sectioned platter in which eight different vegetables and meats are placed in each compartment and wheat flour pancakes in the center. Gujeolpan was originally the nam...
French art, from old to new

TheaterJun 9, 2011

Impressionists’ collection from Musée d’Orsay, Marcel Duchamp Prize-winners present wide spectrum of art Art aficionados here will be offered a comprehensive view of French art this summer, from 19t...