Sejong Arts Center Opens 'Stage Tour' for Behind-the-Scenes Performance Production Experience
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Sejong City Culture and Tourism Foundation will operate the 'Stage Tour' program at Sejong Arts Center from September 4-6.
- Participants can experience the backstage, stage technology, and production processes of a performance.
- Tickets cost 10,000 won per person, with 60 spots available per session, and can be booked starting August 13.
The Sejong Arts Center is offering a unique "Stage Tour" program, allowing the public to experience the behind-the-scenes world of performance production. Running from September 4 to 6, this fall session follows a successful trial last year and a paid launch in the first half of 2024, which sold out due to high public interest.
Participants will gain insight into the intricate production processes and the work of performing arts professionals. Guided by experts from the Sejong City Culture and Tourism Foundation, attendees will explore areas normally off-limits, including the backstage, dressing rooms, and artist waiting areas. They will learn about the principles and operation of stage machinery, lighting, and sound systems, with opportunities to witness and even operate stage equipment firsthand.
A special highlight allows participants to sit and play the Steinway piano used by world-renowned musicians like pianist Cho Seong-jin. Each participant will also receive a commemorative gift. The tour is scheduled for five sessions: one evening session on September 4 at 7:30 PM, and two sessions each on September 5 and 6 at 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM. Each session is limited to 60 participants, with tickets priced at 10,000 won. Bookings open on August 13 at 2:00 PM via the Sejong Arts Center website and NOL Ticket.
Participants can experience the backstage production process and the work of experts in the performing arts field.
Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.