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‘Carmen’ takes the stage at Busan Concert Hall

source: classic busanFrom Dec. 19 to 20, Georges Bizet’s iconic opera “Carmen” will take the stage at Busan Concert Hall, led by Artistic Director Myung-Whun Chung, marking his first time conducting “Carmen” in Korea in nearly 20 years. Expectations are high among opera enthusiasts eager to experience the return of this masterpiece in Busan.Inspired by the French novel of the same name, “Carmen” is a gripping tale of love, jealousy and tragedy. Its story follows a turbulent love triangle: Carmen, a captivating, free-spirited woman; Don José, a soldier who falls dangerously in love with her; and Escamillo, the charismatic bullfighter who wins her attention. The opera is celebrated for its unique blend of fiery arias, exotic melodies and vibrant orchestral colors, which together create an atmosphere of passion and danger. It draws audiences deep into the emotional chaos of love — intense, unpredictable, and irresistibly dramatic. Tenor Yong-hoon Lee stars as Don José, and mezzo-soprano Michèle Losier performs the title role of Carmen. Lee, an internationally acclaimed tenor, has appeared on the world’s leading stages, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York, the Royal Opera House in London, and the Vienna State Opera in Austria. Joined by the Gimhae City Choir and the Classic Busan Choir, the performance will deliver an immersive and powerful choral presence, bringing 19th-century Seville vividly to life. Tickets go on sale at 2 p.m. on Oct. 28 through the Classic Busan website linked below, as well as major ticketing platforms such as NOL ticket, Ticket Link and YES 24.※ “Carmen,” Dec. 19 and 20◎ Busan Concert Hall: 250 Dongpyeong-ro, Busanjin-gu◎ Schedule: Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. / Dec. 20 at 5 p.m.◎ Price: 30,000 won to 120,000 won◎ Ticketing- via Busan Concert Hall: Click - via NOL Ticket: Click - via Ticket Link: Click - via YES24: Click <Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>expectation: 기대 tragedy: 비극 exotic: 이국적인 unpredictable: 예상할 수 없는 irresistibly: 거부할 수 없는 Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy

The 14th Swedish Film Festival Takes Place at Busan Cinema Center from Oct. 30 to Nov. 4th

The 14th Swedish Film Festival Takes Place at Busan Cinema Center from Oct. 30 to Nov. 4thThe Swedish Film Festival, which began with Queen Silvia of Sweden opening the inaugural event in 2012, marked its 14-year anniversary this year. The film festival promotes mutual understanding and friendship between Sweden and the Republic of Korea.For movies and location information please check the website: The 14th Swedish Film FestivalThe 14th Swedish Film Festival○ Period: October 30-November 4, 2025○ Venue: Busan Cinema Center○ Tickets: 1,000 wonTicket Reservation InformationOnline: From 9:00 a.m. on Monday, October 20On-site: From 9:00 a.m. on the day of the screening (online and on-site reservations will be available simultaneously)On-site TicketingTickets can be purchased at the box office on the 6th floor from 9:00 a.m. on the day of the screening. (Only same-day movie tickets are available for purchase.)Please note that once tickets are sold out online, they will also be unavailable on-site.When on-site ticket sales open for same-day screenings, online reservations will also be available at the same time.○ For more info.: 051)780-6000○ Website: https://www.swedishfilmfestival.com/* Film ListNova AliceTrolosaFaithlessHilmaThe GirlsThe Last JourneyHammarskjoldThe Swedish Torpedo* Movie Times:https://www.dureraum.org/bcc/mcontents/progScheList.do?rbsIdx=226progCode=20251013001

Experience the World in Haeundae! Haeundae World Culture Festival

Experience the World in Haeundae! Haeundae World Culture FestivalHaeundae-gu will host the Haeundae World Culture Festival for the first time from October 26 to 27 along Gunam-ro. The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the 26th and from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the 27th.The event is organized in connection with the Global City Tourism Summit, which will be held in Busan from October 27 to 29, and is expected to serve as a vibrant space for global cultural exchange where residents and visitors can enjoy global experiences together.At the festival site, visitors will find a World Food Zone featuring international dishes such as Vietnamese banh mi and Indian curry, prepared in collaboration with local businesses and women immigrants via marriage.A World Culture Experience Zone will also be set up, offering opportunities to enjoy traditional games from different countries. The program includes a World Singing Contest with foreign participants on stage, a photo zone with traditional costumes and props from around the world, and a variety of world cultural performances featuring international performance teams as well as local folk and vocal ensembles.Related site: The 1st Global City Tourism SummitSource: Haeundae City News (October 2025)