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Namwon Newly-appointed Governor’s Procession 남원 신관사또부임행차

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17, Yangrim-gil, Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do (전라북도 남원시 양림길 17)

Namwon Newly-appointed Governor’s Procession is a fusion performance about the parade for celebrating the appointment of Byeon Hak-do as Namwon governor in the story of Chunhyang, set in Gwanghallu Garden, one of Namwon’s representative cultural resource. The event connected to Gwanghallu Garden and the Chunhayng Theme Park takes place from April to November every year, giving various spectacles and activities to visitors. The parade starts from the Plaza of Love and ends at Gwanghallu Garden, where various shows such as Gisaeng Jeomgo, military processional music performance, Yukbang performance, and a fan dance by gisaeng (female entertainers) are performed. In addition, fun activities like experiencing the punishment of the Joseon Dynasty, folk games, and a photo event are arranged for visitors. This performance has been designated as a Standing Cultural Tourism Program for nine consecutive years since 2007.

Utilization information

・Age limit : Visitors of all ages

・Ticket Reservations : Culture and Tourism Department of Namwon City Hall, +82-63-620-6164 / Namwon Tourism Council, +82-63-633-5353

・Discount Information : Children, teenagers, and adults aged 65 or older

・Finished : 20171126

・Location : Plaza of Love and Gwanghallu Garden

・Beginning : 20170401

・Location : [Bus]
Take an express bus to Namwon (남원).
From Namwon Express Bus Terminal, turn left and go 300m towards Namwon Yongseong Middle School (남원용성중학교).
Turn right at the Dongdi sageori Intersection (동디사거리).
Go 300m to the bus stop in front of Dong Namwon Saemaeul Geumgo (동남원새마을금고).
Take Bus No. 220 or 281 to Gongseol Market (공설시장).
Go 150m forward, and turn left at the intersection.
Go 100m forward to arrive at Gwanghalluwon Garden.

・Performance Times : Saturdays & Sundays, April-November 2017 / 14:00-15:00

・Programs : [Parade for celebrating the appointment of a new governor]
- The parade led by the color guard is followed by a group of military processional music performers, military officers, the newly-appointed governor on a sedan chair and big drum bearers, yukbang and gisaeng, mascots which symbolize Namwon, and tourists. The parade from the Plaza of Love to Gwanghallu Garden takes about 30 minutes.

[Outdoor performance “Chunhyangjeon”]
- The performance composed of music and dance performances is a modern version of the folk tale “Chunhyangjeon.” It takes place in the Plaza of Love and Gwanghallu Garden, followed by a military processional music performance, Gisaeng Jeomgo, a traditional dance show, and a fusion dance show. It takes 60 minutes to watch the entire performance.

[Gisaeng Yukbang performance, fan dance, and sogo dance]
- The party in celebration of the outdoor performance “Chunhyangjeon” is held. In this event, performers dressed up as yukbang (aides to local governmental officials of Joseon) and gisaeng of traditional arts play traditional musical instruments and dance. The event takes 90 minutes.

・Duration : Approx. 180min.

・subevent : [Experience activities]
- Wearing clothes of characters in the story of Chunhyang, experiencing the punishment of the Joseon Dynasty, and participating in the parade

[Photo zones]
- Photo time with performers in the parade

・Operating Hours : Gwanghallu Garden: 2,600 won

Introduction

Namwon Newly-appointed Governor’s Procession is a fusion performance about the parade for celebrating the appointment of Byeon Hak-do as Namwon governor in the story of Chunhyang, set in Gwanghallu Garden, one of Namwon’s representative cultural resource. The event connected to Gwanghallu Garden and the Chunhayng Theme Park takes place from April to November every year, giving various spectacles and activities to visitors. The parade starts from the Plaza of Love and ends at Gwanghallu Garden, where various shows such as Gisaeng Jeomgo, military processional music performance, Yukbang performance, and a fan dance by gisaeng (female entertainers) are performed. In addition, fun activities like experiencing the punishment of the Joseon Dynasty, folk games, and a photo event are arranged for visitors. This performance has been designated as a Standing Cultural Tourism Program for nine consecutive years since 2007.

Programs

Namwon, designated as Korea’s first culture city in 2014, continues trying to preserve its culture in various ways, for example by dramatizing “Chunhyangjeon,” the folktale loved even by people today. Namwon Newly-appointed Governor’s Procession started in 2007 as a performance led by citizens, so ordinary people, not professional performers, are encouraged to join, plan, and direct the performance. The parade from the Plaza of Love to Gwanghallu Garden does not just reenact the folk tale but also provides various traditional dance and music performances. Amid the parade and outdoor performances, visitors can also enjoy plentiful activities such as wearing traditional clothes, experiencing the punishment of the Joseon Dynasty, and a photo event.

Synopsis

Namwon Newly-appointed Governor’s Procession, which started in 2007, takes the story of “Chunhyangjeon” set in Namwon as its motif. In its early days, it was held in the form of a street parade without theatrical elements, but it has got to have the characteristics of an outdoor performance with theatrical elements as years go by. This event is composed of a parade, an outdoor performance, and various dance shows, and ordinary citizens, not professional performers, participate in it. First, the outdoor performance is held in the Plaza of Love. Subsequently, the parade for celebrating the appointment of a new governor starts from the plaza and ends at Gwanghallu Garden. The parade is led by the color guard and a group of military processional music performers, and military officers, a newly-appointed governor on a sedan chair and big drum bearers, and yukbang and gisaeng follow. Another outdoor performance which consists of Gisaeng Yukbang performance, fan dance, and sogo dance is held in Gwanghallu Garden after the parade, adding to the amusement of visitors and creating more exciting atmosphere.

Cast

80 Namwon citizens

How to Particpate

Check the notice on the website of Namwon Tourism Council and the Naver Café for Namwon Newly-appointed Governor’s Procession

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