Upcoming Events – April 2026

MUSICALS                                        “Kinky Boots” Family Musical: “Pororo and a Mysterious Journey” CONCERTS                                        ACC Brunch Concert Plus: The Writer’s Playlist, Kim Young-ha Gwangju Symphony Orchestra Regular Concert: “Leningrad” Beethoven & Rachmaninoff EXHIBITIONS                                    … Read More

Upcoming Events – March 2026

KPOP CONCERTS                                       Sing Again 4: National Tour Concert Jeong Dong-ha x Ali: “Battle of the Legends”  Day 6’s 10th Anniversary Tour: “The Decade” ORCHESTRA                                           Ghibli & Musical Gala Orchestra Concert … Read More

A Unique Art Experience at Aqua Planet Yeosu: The Playful World of Helga Stentzel

By Arifa Batool || Art often surprises us when we least expect it. During a visit to Aqua Planet Yeosu, an ordinary trip to an aquarium turned into a meaningful … Read More

Life is Like Music: The 4th Concert of the Gwangju Citizen Choir

By Bianca Hill In my time at the Gwangju International Center (GIC), I have spent long stretches listening to the GIC Citizen Choir practice together. Often as I shelve books, … Read More

Upcoming Events – January 2026

THEATER                                          Musical: Mamma Mia Forest of Memories CLASSICAL                                       Choi Chi-hyun Piano Recital LECTURE / TALK                              Manifesto of Spring: Talk with Seo Dong-jin and Ho Rui An EXHIBITIONS                                    Bang Jeong A: … Read More

Transitions: When Art Crosses Borders – An Art Exhibition for Togetherness

By Luis Andrés From October 16 to November 2, the Soam Art Museum in Gwangju hosted the exhibition titled Transition (전환/轉換). It showcased artwork by student artists from Chonnam National … Read More

Upcoming Events – December 2025

 EXHIBITIONS                               Shin Chang Woon: “Knowledgescape” Kim Han-yong Archive Photo Exhibition: “Records of Dreams” *This exhibition features intense light, high-frequency sounds, and rapid video transitions that may cause strong sensory stimulation. … Read More

Inclusive Design, Selfie Spots, and a Hint of the Future: Gwangju’s 2025 Design Biennale

By Luis Andrés González The 2025 Design Biennale opened its doors on August 30, and after interviewing the artistic director [see Gwangju News, September issue], I couldn’t wait to visit … Read More