The Vagina Monologues in Gwangju

Thankfully, The Vagina Monologues exists, because these monologues begin to push back the shadows surrounding the worn-out words.

Buddha’s Birthday

May 28th afforded 2012’s best opportunity to contemplate the father he’s been, as the lunar calendar declared it once again Buddha’s Birthday (부처님 오신 날, lit. “The day when the Buddha came”), on which he became 2,575 years old. Or possibly 2,636. Unless he’s 3,900.

Restaurant Review: Don-kasu Jiro (돈까스 지로)

Prices range between 7,000 and 9,000 won. As far as don-kasu goes, I’d say this is a good place to go next time you need your fix.

Not Over Yet: Poetry on the May 18 Democratic Uprising

Ah, May! Gwangju is not over yet.

Memories of a Massacre

The glories of the peninsula in spring, however bright and petal-blown they may be, are now and then stifled by the reflections of the many other springs that have gone before.

UNESCO and South Korea – A Preview

An organization that has education, science and culture in its title should appeal to South Korean ideals maybe more than to any other country’s. Originally, UNESCO was designed to promote peace by stopping wars in their tracks just as they took root in the minds of people.

Christian Ludwig: Gwangju Symphony Orchestra

Thus in the case of Gwangju, the full re-audition is a necessary part of being a professional musician every year.

Buy, Sell and Trade in Gwangju: at your fingertips and in person

Have you heard about the Gwangju-Jeolla One Stop Flea Market group on Facebook? If you haven’t, then it’s about time! There are many different groups related to Gwangju on Facebook, but this one is the most active, with new posts and comments appearing almost by the second.