Performance Details
Performance
- Joseon and Now – Jeonju
- Date 2026-04-25 ~ 2026-04-25
- Venue Outdoor Stage, Jeonju Daesaseupcheong
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Performance Details
- Introduction
Joseon and Now – Jeonju
An artistic dialogue where tradition meets the present,Joseon and Now unfolds in Jeonju.
This performance reinterprets traditional arts of the Joseon Dynasty through a contemporary lens,offering a new stage experience where past and present seamlessly connect.
Part 1 | Modernization of Tradition
The first act, Modernization of Tradition,reimagines the collective spirit of folk culture in a contemporary way.
“Imagined Ganggangsullae” reconstructs the traditional circle dance once performed to pray for a good harvest,blending modern lighting with dynamic group choreography.
“Imagined Fan Dance” reinterprets the traditional fan dance—an intangible cultural heritage of Pyeongan Province—through modern costumes and minimal stage design,showcasing both the elegance of tradition and contemporary aesthetics.
Part 2 | Harmony of Tradition
The second act, Harmony of Tradition,explores the relationship and resonance between traditional artsthrough the combination of pansori and dance.
In the “Sarangga” scene,the romantic atmosphere of Dano Festival at Gwanghallu Pavilion is vividly portrayed.
In the “Eosa Sangbong” scene,a humorous reunion between Lee Mong-ryong and Chunhyang’s mother is expressed,richly conveying the emotional depth of traditional storytelling.
The fusion of pansori and dance expands the narrative depth of traditional performance.
Part 3 | Reinterpretation of Tradition
The final act, Reinterpretation of Tradition,explores new possibilities of traditional arts.
“Reinterpreting Seonipmu” reshapes the dignity of male dancethrough the refined and restrained movements of female dancers.
“Reinterpreting Salpuri” expands the emotional depth of han and heungthrough modern staging and cross-genre fusion.
The finale, “Korean Beauty II,”presents a comprehensive performance combining pangut, mask dance, and traditional dance,bringing tradition to life through a contemporary artistic perspective.
A stage where the depth of tradition meets the sensibility of the present—discover the new possibilities and beauty of Korean art in Joseon and Now.