Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

[Lotus, A Flower Comes Out Once More] Two folktales in the performance. Where you can meet the essence of Korean Dance. Jeongdong Theater, which is located in Jeongdong-gil; the beautiful street in flower-blooming pring, has a meaning of succession of ‘Wongaksa’, the first modern theater in Korea. Jeongdong has presented performances which retells Korean folktales and has help the audiences to understand it with qualified stage. Especially, <Lotus, A Flower Comes Out Once More>, which has its premier on last April. 6, is a well-made Korean traditional dance drama on which Korean folktales and traditional dance are combined.     This performance sends us a message about the true love, combining Korean folktales and newly recreating them as a Korean traditional dance drama. At the first, ‘The tale of Mrs Domi’ is a folktale of the period of three states in Korea. The king of Baekje has Mrs Domi, a humble woman, in his mind and he put her in danger to make her parting with her husband. However, with her wise courage, she overcomes from the trick of the king confirming the love with her husband. Igongbonpuri, another folktale in the performance, is a narrative shamanic myth in Jeju. The story is about a woman called Wongangam who died after her slave life in difficulties. She finally comes to life again as a flower called Wongangami thanks to her husband and son who buried her body in a flower garden. These two stories were combined and the performance <Lotus, A Flower Comes Out Once More> came out. This story which came from the two folktales contains the theme of ‘overcoming’ and ‘reviving’ which feature frequently in Korean traditional ideology so the meanings are coming heavily to the audiences who live in modern society. The image of strong woman from Mrs Domi and Wongangami is described into Seoryeon’s character, the protagonist of the performance. In the background of imaginary Joseon Dynasty, this performance presents the image of wise and strong woman who keeps her ideals in the difficulties and the path of achieving her wishes from her revive into traditional dance drama. The lyrics from <A song of floral tribute> and <A love song> cite words from folktales which are very familiar to Korean people and it raises bond of sympathy. Also, you can see various Korean traditional dance such as parilmu, a dance performed by 64 female dancers in ritual ceremony, Taepyeongmu, a dance praying for the peaceful reign and prosperity of the royal family, Geommu, a traditional sword dance which became powerful in the performance as man’s dance. I would love to strongly recommend this performance to whom love Korean traditional dance and look forward beautiful dance performance!       Interview with Chunghan Kim, Director and Choreographer of ‘Lotus, A Flower Comes Out Once More’ Q. Please talk about the title and the concept of <Lotus,>. The title <Lotus> came from the name of the protagonist, ‘Seo-ryeon’. (‘Ryeon’ literally means ‘Lotus’ in Korean language.) The story borrow its motif from ‘the tale of Mrs Domi’ of the period of three stages in Korea and ‘Igongbonpuri’ , a shamanic tale from Jeju Island. The main characters are the King and his man, general ‘Dodam’ and dancer ‘Seo-ryeon’. ‘Seo-ryeon’ is a important character of the story as she receive the loves from the King and Dodam at the same time. Dodam and Seo-ryeon confirmed their love and it is reason why relationship of the king and Dodam has problem. The tension from the triangle love is the main concept of this performance. Q. What is the symbol of the subtitle, ‘A flower Comes Out Once More’?​ The king is a character who let Seo-ryeon in for pain and difficulties using his power. However, she protects her self from the power. I would like to deliver two messages through this story. First, the King who uses his power in incorrect way is very similar with our social situation. There are many people who got hurt from it. Therefore I wish the people get more hope and comport from the reincarnation of Seo-ryeon. Second, I would like to talk about ‘Love’ and the beauty of Seo-ryeon through the character of a woman who keep the beauty her self against the power of the king.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

KOSNEY is a spacious shopping mall that offers virtually everything. It sells clothes, stationery, shoes, hats, and design products that particularly attract young women. Unlike some shops in Korea, KOSNEY has fitting rooms so that customers can try on clothes to their liking. Most products are within a reasonable price range.


Daegu(Dong-gu)

Daegu Safety Theme Park was established in the wake of the Daegu Subway Station tragedy (February 18, 2003), wherein an arsonist set fire to a train stopped at the subway station, resulting in large casualties. Its main goal is to provide citizens with education on safety measures in an emergency. Almost all visitors are required to attend a brief orientation on safety measures, and may exercise them during the simulated accidents set up at the experience stations. All of the facilities throughout the park, including the exhibition halls and the safety education theater, convey the message of safety.


5.0/1
Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

The Ritz-Carlton, Seoul immerses its guests in high-class style, while giving the feeling of home to all tourists. The Ritz-Carlton, Seoul offers a variety of room types and styles in order to cater to the tastes of all its guests such as rooms with a classical and comfortable feel, a modern and sleek design, and so forth. A total of 410 guest rooms are available, with fantastic services for a nice and pleasantly relaxing stay while doing business. Rooms provide such amenities as high-speed internet, state-of-the-art color TVs, radio / Sony CD player, a mini bar, personal safe, a Ritz-Carlton bathrobe, hair dryer, high-class toiletries, and room maintenance services are provided twice a day for restocking. A variety of convenient services are provided at The Ritz-Carlton, Seoul, giving guests a "homely' environment while maintaining a pleasant and high-class ambience.



5.0/3
Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

Cast : Kai, hyung-sic Park(ZE:A), Shin Woo (B1A4), Kang Tae-eul, SANDEUL(B1A4)   17th Century France, D’Artagnon comes to Paris to join the Musketeers. Intoxicated by the beauty of Parisian streets, D’Artagnon is pick-pocketed. On his chase after the culprit, he happens to run into the three musketeers: Athos, Aramis and Porthos. The three musketeers make fun of D’Artagnon, who is challenged to a duel by the musketeers. Just when the clock strikes noon and the three musketeers and D’Artganon are starting their duel, men in red cape, the Cardinal’s guards, appear from nowhere.. D’Artagnon joins hands with the three musketeers and fights the guards, and they win victory. Celebrating the victory in a drunken feast, D’Artagnon meets and falls in love with the angel-like woman of his dreams: Constance. Just when the feast is just getting heated up, a sharp scream is heard and Constance is missing. When D’Artagnon and the three musketeers find out that the kidnapper is Milady, an agent of Cardinal Richelieu, they join forces to reveal Cardinal Richelieu’s plot. Meanwhile, the palace is busy with the preparation for the king’s birthday party a week later. However, the king has gone missing, and what awaits D’Artagnon and the three musketeers is unexpected plot and twist...   More Info Csting Schedule TEASER More Info Csting Schedule TEASER


5.0/1
Seoul(Jung-gu)

Having changed its concept to street art festival in 2012, the Hi Seoul Festival is held throughout Seoul including Seoul Plaza, Cheonggye Plaza, Seoul Museum of Art (SeMA), Gwanghwamun Square, Seoul Station, Sejong-daero Road, Deoksugung-gil Road, and other popular areas. Hi Seoul Festival introduces good quality fun, featuring the largest scale national street festival.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Bugeogukjip (formerly “Teojutgol”) is a restaurant behind City Hall in Seoul that has been serving up authentic dried Pollack soup since 1968. Despite a name change, the restaurant has proudly stood in this same location for decades, earning a strong reputation for its dried Pollack soup made using traditional cooking methods. Since the restaurant only serves one thing—dried Pollack soup—there are few preparations to be made and the meal arrives on your table in minutes. Customers are free to serve themselves basic side dishes such as kimchi and can have as many servings of rice as they’d like, allowing diners to enjoy a hearty meal at a low price. While the restaurant’s design and menu may be simple, Bugeogukjip takes pride in its long history and the careful efforts that have earned it a reputation as one of the most notable restaurants in Seoul.  


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Hotel Prince Seoul is located in front of Myeong-dong, a convenient distance from the shopping districts of Myeong-dong, Namdaemun Marketplace, and Dongdaemun, and the commercial districts, making the hotel a great place to stay for businessmen and shopping tourists alike.


4.0/1
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Libuk Sonmandu restaurant is located deep in the alleys behind Seoul City Hall in the Mugyo-dong area. It is famous for Kimchimaribap and Sonmandu (handmade dumplings). Kimchimaribap is rice in a soup of kimchi and ice cubes with various added flavorings that originated in North Korea. This is a refreshing dish for summer. Other items on the menu are Bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) and Mandujeongol (dumpling hot pot).


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Beautiful Tea Museum offers teas from around the world and shows items depicting international tea cultures. It displays teas, tea-related items, and ceramics made by young artists. Over 110 teas from Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, and European countries can be found in the museum. There is also a café offering delicious teas.