The opera gala concert ‘Praise for Vocal Music’ will be held at the Aram Music Hall in Aram Nuri, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do on the 24th. Key scenes from opera masterpieces such as ‘The Elixir of Love’ and ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ are performed in a variety of ways, with ensembles and solos depending on the individuality of the performer. You can apply on the Arte website until the 19th. 2 invitation tickets are given to 10 people each. Winners will be announced on the 20th. View larger image POLL
You can participate in voting and apply for ticket events at arte.co.kr.
A must-read column
● ‘Zombie formalism’ shows the decline of the art world
Today’s art is facing an era of the ‘third death’. This phenomenon appeared as ‘zombie formalism’. Many critics say, “Like the tail wagging a dog, the market and money have begun to sway art.” The problem is that expecting a wise man to overcome this apocalyptic wave seems too far-fetched. – ‘Art Nostalgia’ by Jeong Jun-mo, CEO of the Korea Art Appraisal Research Center
● Director Jung Woo-sung and Kim Seong-soo are in favor of this combination!
Actor Jung Woo-sung is director Kim Seong-soo’s persona. He worked with them five times, including the movie ‘Spring in Seoul’, which was released last month. Starting with ‘Beat’ in 1997, their works include ‘There is No Sun’ (1999), ‘Musa’ (2001), and ‘Asura’ (2023). Especially in Director Kim’s movies, Jung Woo-sung’s face is very colorful. – ‘Long Take’ by Lee Ha-neul, Ten Asia Film Reporter
Must-see performances and exhibitions
● Music – Hankyung Artephil, Beethoven Chorus
Hankyung Arte Philharmonic’s ‘The Classic 2023 Series 10’ performance will be held at Lotte Concert Hall in Seoul on the 27th. Beethoven Symphony No. 9 ‘Chorus’ will be performed under the direction of Seung-won Lee.
● Play – Jo’s Orphan, Seed of Revenge
The play ‘Orphan Jo, Seed of Revenge’ will be performed at the Myeongdong Arts Theater in Seoul until the 25th. It depicts the process of the Cho orphan, the last lineage of the Jo family, planning revenge.
● Exhibition – Kohei Nawa’s solo exhibition
A solo exhibition by Japanese artist Kohei Nawa will be held at Face Gallery in Seoul until January 6th next year. The large-scale sculpture ‘Spark’ and the two-dimensional work ‘Rhythm’ series will be showcased.
