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‘Dear Ballerina’ shows life on stage and behind the curtain

 A warm spring breeze brings ballerinas and their elegant yet fierce artistic lives to the stage. From April 2 to 3, the “2026 Busan Ballet Season: Dear Ballerina” will take place at the Busan Concert Hall. Themed around the honest, behind-the-scenes lives of ballerinas, the performance features the Busan Opera House Ballet under the direction of Joo Won Kim, its artistic director and a former prima ballerina of the Korean National Ballet. Beyond the captivating glamour and charisma seen on stage, the concert spotlights the dancers’ daily journey toward perfection. Their ordinary days are packed with intense practice and silent endurance, pushing past their own limits to achieve the sublime. Audiences are invited to witness firsthand the grit required to deliver a spotless performance. By weaving together scenes from both behind the curtain and center stage, the program allows viewers to immerse themselves in the intensity, passion and sophisticated artistry of ballet. Along with mingling melodies, this raw portrayal of the artists’ journey promises to leave a heartwarming impression and offer deep comfort to all in attendance. On both days, the performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and runs for 90 minutes without intermission. Those born in or before 2019 are eligible to watch the show. Ticket prices vary are 30,000 won for R seats and 20,000 won for S seats. Various discounts are available, including those for Busan Concert Hall paid members, teenagers, multi-child families and Artist Pass holders.  Tickets can be purchased via the Busan Concert Hall website or Interpark Ticket. For more details, please visit the official website at the link below. ※ “Dear. Ballerina,” April 2 and 3Busan Concert Hall: 250 Dongpyeong-ro, Busanjin-guGoogle Maps: Click ◎ Time: 7:30 p.m. ◎ Price: R seat: 30,000 won / S seat: 20,000 won◎ Age Eligibility: Those born in 2019 or before◎ Tickets: - via Busan Concert Hall: Click - via Interpark NOL Ticket: Click 

WDC Busan 2028 International Conference - March 24, BPEX

World Design Capital Busan 2028 International ConferenceTheme: Resilient Connected by design○ Date Time: March 24, 2026, 2PM-6PM○ Venue: Busan Port International Convention Center (BPEX) 5F Event Hall○ Free admission○ Registration: Online pre-registration required.http://www.wdcbusan2028.com/eng/guide/register-info.php○ Hosted by: Busan Metropolitan City, THE CHOSUNILBO○ Organized by: THE CHOSUNILBO, Dongseo University○ Website: http://www.wdcbusan2028.com/ (Korean, English)

Osiria Autonomous Bus Fare Update (Starting March 9, 2026)

Osiria Autonomous Bus Fare Update (Starting March 9, 2026)The autonomous buses operating in the Busan Osiria Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Zone will switch to a paid service to ensure more sustainable operations.HoursWeekdays (Monday – Friday): 09:17 – 17:25Not available on weekends, holidays, and the first Friday of each monthFareAdult: 1,550 won (same as the city bus fare; transit card)ScheduleFlexible according to the Donghae Line timetableA01 Departure Times9:20, 9:50, 10:25, 11:06, 11:37, 13:18, 13:45, 14:32, 15:01, 15:30, 15:56, 16:25, 17:05A02 Departure Times9:17, 9:50, 10:10, 10:25, 10:47, 11:08, 11:28, 12:23, 12:32, 13:18, 13:44, 14:32, 15:02, 15:32, 15:57, 16:46Route Map[A01, 4.8 kilometers]Osiria Station → Busan National Science Museum Entrance → Busan National Science Museum → Osiria Station (left side) → Lotte World Adventure → IKEA → Osiria Station[A02, 4.6 kilometers]Osiria Station → Lotte World Adventure → Osiria Tourist Complex → Yonggungsa Temple, National Institute of Fisheries Science → Songjeong Gate → Dongmyeong Gate → Yonggungsa Temple, National Institute of Fisheries Science → Osiria Tourist Complex → Lotte World Adventure → Osiria StationPassenger GuidelinesAs stipulated by regulations, a responsible supervisor will be on board.No standing; seat belts required; 15 seats total (please check remaining seats before boarding)Age RulesUnder 6 years: Not permitted for safety reasonsAges 6–13: Allowed with a parent or guardian (up to two children per adult)14 and older: AllowedFurther Details