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Joint Public Performance of Busan Metropolitan City-Designated Intangible Cultural Heritage 2026 to Promote Preservation and Development

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Busan Metropolitan City announced that it will hold the “2026 Busan Metropolitan City-Designated Intangible Cultural Heritage Joint Public Performance” on May 3 at 2:00 PM at the Busan Folk Arts Center Play Yard, the city’s training and education facility for intangible cultural heritage, to promote preservation and authentic transmission of intangible heritage.

At this event, four city-designated intangible cultural heritage items—Dongnae Hakchum, Dongnae Jishinbalgi, Dongnae Gomu, and Dongnae Hallyangchum—will be presented to the public.

In addition, a lively stage that citizens can enjoy together will be prepared, featuring special performances of two nationally designated intangible heritage items, Dongnae Yaryu and Suyeong Yaryu.

The event is organized by the Busan Folk Arts Preservation Association (Chairperson Kim Ik-hyeon), which is located within the Busan Folk Arts Center and is responsible for preserving and transmitting the original forms of the four intangible heritage items featured in the performance.

The first program of the public performance for authentic transmission, Dongnae Gomu, is a drum dance that originated from the Gyobangcheong, an institution that oversaw court female entertainers in the early Goryeo period. It was later transmitted to the Gyobang of the Dongnae government office in the early Joseon period and continued as a ceremonial dance performed at various banquets.

The second performance, Dongnae Hakchum, is a traditional local dance of the Dongnae region and a type of Dongnae Deotbaegi dance enjoyed by entertainers. Its name is said to have originated from a remark that a master dancer, wearing a traditional robe and hat while performing the Deotbaegi dance, resembled a crane dancing. It is a traditional dance distinguished by its unique elegance and artistic flair expressed through free movements and lively rhythms.

The next performance, Dongnae Jishinbalgi, is a communal folk activity traditionally performed in the Dongnae area between the beginning of the year and the first full moon. It is a ritualistic folk play rooted in indigenous beliefs, intended to pray for peace, prosperity, and good fortune for villages and households.

The final program, Dongnae Hallyangchum, is a male dance that strongly reflects the distinctive characteristics of the Dongnae region, featuring restrained movements and unique choreography.

The performances are open to all citizens free of charge. For more information, inquiries can be made to the Busan Folk Arts Preservation Association (☎051-555-0092).

Meanwhile, Busan Metropolitan City supports public performances for all city-designated intangible cultural heritage items every year to ensure their continued preservation and development.

Cho Yu-jang, Director of the Culture Bureau of Busan Metropolitan City, stated, “This public performance will be a meaningful opportunity to share with citizens the original forms of intangible cultural heritage that have been passed down in the Dongnae region. It will offer a special cultural experience that allows citizens to appreciate the historical and cultural value of traditional folk arts and serve as a valuable opportunity to enhance the cultural pride of the local community.”