[Photo&] The world’s top ABT ballet company makes its first visit to Korea—an on-site “3-Park” lineup of K-dancers Park Geonhee, Park Sooha, and Park Yoonjae that Director Sasha Radetsky fell in love with at a press conference site

The world’s top-tier ballet company 'ABT Studio Company' will stage a historic 'first performance in Korea'. Artistic Director 'Sasha Radetsky' spared no praise for the three Korean dancers 'Park Geonhee', 'Park Sooha', and 'Park Yoonjae', saying they possess both overwhelming technical ability and excellent character at the same time. The dazzling rise of the 'three Korean dancers' poised to take over the global stage has officially begun.

'ABT Studio Company' is a 'select, elite' group made up of 'global rising stars' from around the world aged 17 to 21. Beyond simply honing technique, the company’s core philosophy is to cultivate each dancer’s 'artistic growth' and to help them establish a sharp sense of self. The world-class system dedicated to developing 'next-generation dancers' stands out.

Artistic Director Radetsky said, "It’s a company with the purpose of focusing on ballet while also helping the dancers open their eyes to a bigger world and grow into clever individuals." He added, "Ages 21 to 22 are a special time for dancers to establish their identity, so we recognize how important it is and we support their development."

This 'Ballet Gala' will be held at 'Mapo Art Center' on the 17th and 18th. Ranging from the classic repertoire 'La Bayadère' to 'Bernstein in a Bubble', which incorporates music by Leonard Bernstein, to a wide selection of 'contemporary ballet'—including works that audiences will surely find thoroughly captivating—this event is set to completely sweep viewers off their feet.

'Park Geonhee', bursting with energy like a shooting star on stage; 'Park Yoonjae', carrying the dignity of a royal prince; and 'Park Sooha', demonstrating astute leadership. In particular, 'Park Sooha' achieved the remarkable feat of a 'promotion to the main ABT company' starting with this stage, once again proving the stature of Korean ballet to the world.

Park Sooha said, "This was possible thanks to help from many people." She added, "It feels like my dream came true, and I’m truly grateful." Park Geonhee said, "My build is on the smaller side, but I want to become a 'small-but-great' person who doesn’t look small even when I’m with other friends." Park Yoonjae also shared his goal, saying, "I want to become a dancer with a wide spectrum who can dance by bringing his charms into any role."

A 'Park Geonhee' who will take over the stage with a compact frame; 'Park Yoonjae' who dreams of being an 'artist' with a wide range; and 'Park Sooha', who aims to become an irresistible dancer who captivates audiences. Their steadfast ambitions will reach endlessly toward the world stage.