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“Suspended for letting customers dance?” Culture Ministry moves to overhaul live-club rules, puts 80.2 billion won into next year’s budget

“Suspended for letting customers dance?” Culture Ministry moves to overhaul live-club rules, puts 80.2 billion won into next year’s budget

Public debate grows over revising the Food Sanitation Act enforcement rules that led to a live club’s suspension, as next year’s popular music budget is set at 80.2 billion won and concerns mount that four major agencies could monopolize FANOMENON
Music industry trapped by outdated standards as major overhaul of Food Sanitation Act rules looms The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is finally moving to address an absurd rule that can suspend a business simply because customers swayed to the music.
[Photos] Producer-director Pyo Jae-soon reveals six decades of backstage stories at 89 ... A master’s record spanning the 1988 Seoul Olympics to beloved national dramas

[Photos] Producer-director Pyo Jae-soon reveals six decades of backstage stories at 89 ... A master’s record spanning the 1988 Seoul Olympics to beloved national dramas

Publishes first autobiographical essay, “Gya, What’s Your Job?,” titled after a quip by late actor Jang Min-ho ... Yoo In-chon, Shin Goo and other cultural veterans turn out in force
At 89, master reveals the truth behind six decades onstage “I have the surname Pyo, but I spent my whole life trying not to stand out.” Pyo Jae-soon, 89, a living history of South Korea’s broadcasting and performing arts industries, has published his first autobiographical essay, “Gya, What’s Your...
“I worry only old trees will remain”: President Lee vows in France to restore “K-content” ladder after meeting Lee Chang-dong, Jeon Do-yeon

“I worry only old trees will remain”: President Lee vows in France to restore “K-content” ladder after meeting Lee Chang-dong, Jeon Do-yeon

At the Lumière Summit in France, the president meets leading figures in K-content, including Netflix executives, and says he will “immediately review” Lee Chang-dong’s proposal for tax incentives to spur private investment
President Lee Jae-myung, on a state visit to France, attended the “Lumière Summit”, a global summit for the film and video industry held near Nice on July 7 local time. There, he met leading figures from South Korea’s film industry and pledged comprehensive support for the “K-content” “ecosystem.
Kenny G, saxophone great behind 75 million album sales, returns to Korea after 2 years, 6 months

Kenny G, saxophone great behind 75 million album sales, returns to Korea after 2 years, 6 months

The saxophonist will give solo concerts at Kwangwoon University on the 20th and 21st of next month, marking his first visit to Korea since releasing his 20th studio album, “Innocence.”
A healing stage shaped by a legendary breath will soothe Korea once again World-renowned saxophonist 'Kenny G' will perform in Korea for two days, from the 20th to the 21st of next month, at the Grand Theater of Kwangwoon University's Donghae Culture and Arts Center in Seoul.
[Photos] Jecheon gears up for Bong Joon-ho, Park Chan-wook appearances, unseen Snowpiercer stills and 188 films from 45 countries

[Photos] Jecheon gears up for Bong Joon-ho, Park Chan-wook appearances, unseen Snowpiercer stills and 188 films from 45 countries

22nd edition of Asia’s only music film festival opens as ticket-booking refunds in local currency energize Jecheon’s 120,000-business commercial sector
Masters return, awakening a city of 120,000 Asia’s only music film festival, the Jecheon International Music & Film Festival , opens its doors on the 3rd. Now in its 22nd year, the festival is generating more excitement than ever.
Director Kim Myeon-woo’s “Rebirth” traces his father’s debt, wins 10 million won prize

Director Kim Myeon-woo’s “Rebirth” traces his father’s debt, wins 10 million won prize

Five films selected at 23rd EBS International Documentary Film Festival, including Grand Prize and Jury Special Awards
An artistic triumph drawn from a family’s debt, and the essence of documentary filmmaking The 23rd “EBS International Documentary Film Festival” has named “Rebirth” by director Kim Myeon-woo the year’s outstanding film, one that shook the documentary scene.
'Nam Kyung-joo faces jury trial over alleged sexual assault of student' —

'Nam Kyung-joo faces jury trial over alleged sexual assault of student' — "Musical defense" allowed

Court accepts Nam's request for a jury verdict; proceedings set for Nov. 27 and 30
Fighting charge of sexual intercourse with a person under his supervision while suspended as a Hongik University associate professor Unusual courtroom defense anticipated — Which way will jurors vote? Musical theater actor Nam Kyung-joo, indicted on charges of sexually assaulting a student, will...
KIAF, Frieze buzz continues as Dosan Park transforms into garden of light for Gangnam Art Festival on Sept. 2

KIAF, Frieze buzz continues as Dosan Park transforms into garden of light for Gangnam Art Festival on Sept. 2

A 49-gallery stamp tour, a performance by YouTuber Jaykeeout and Bacha Coffee experiences are among the attractions starting Aug. 27.
Exclusive KIAF, Frieze tie-in creates a midnight treasure hunt linking 49 galleries Gangnam Art Salon takes place at Dosan Park on Sept. 2, with 26 galleries staying open late and connected by free shuttle buses for an urban arts festival A night of art in the city gives rise to a boundary-breaking...
[Photo &] Goyang Con: BTS and Lim Young-woong choose Goyang as 980,000 fans flood in for 15.4 billion won in rental fees

[Photo &] Goyang Con: BTS and Lim Young-woong choose Goyang as 980,000 fans flood in for 15.4 billion won in rental fees

Amid construction delays at Seoul’s Olympic main stadium, Goyang Comprehensive Stadium sees a rebound benefit as a string of big-name shows—including Big Bang, Post Malone and The Weeknd—are set to hit in the second half
Goyang, in Gyeonggi Province, has firmly cemented itself as one of South Korea’s premier live-music strongholds. With a severe shortage of large concert venues triggered by the remodeling of Seoul’s Olympic main stadium, 'Goyang Comprehensive Stadium' is reaping outsized ripple effects as top-tier...
EBS Documentary Series

EBS Documentary Series "Witness of the Era"... From 91-year-old Shin Goo and 99-year-old Nora No to Son Suk-hee, Kim Yoon-a, and Lee Se-dol — 12 masters in a weighty spotlight

Premiering Aug. 2, the series shines a light on 12 icons of pop-culture. Behind-the-scenes stories include Yoo Hae-jin’s “Shin Goo Scholarship” anecdotes
The views of 12 people who span the era, tracing turning points in pop culture EBS presents the documentary series “Witness of the Era. ” On its Aug. 2 premiere, actor Shin Goo is in the spotlight. On the Sept. 9 second broadcast, it will spotlight Nora No, a living legend of Korean fashion.