Performance News '2026 Jeongjo K Stage Winter Edition' Opens Successfully with Tango Melodies

The Suwon Cultural Foundation (CEO Kwak Do-yong) held a grand opening on the 14th at the Eoulmadag Square of the Jeongjo Theme Performance Venue for the weekend outdoor permanent program '2026 Jeongjo K Stage Winter Edition' as the year draws to a close.

The event was organized to reinforce the foundation for a regular weekend cultural space by extending the operation period of the existing weekend programs through year-end. In particular, November features 'music' and December features 'play' as themes, offering diverse programs tailored to each month's characteristics.

[Successful Launch] Debut Stage on November 14th, Young Artists Music Concert 'First Voice' Opens with Tango Melodies

'Jeongjo K Stage: Music Concert - First Voice' runs every Saturday at 2 p.m. through the 28th, serving as a platform to showcase the musical talents of young and emerging artists.

At the inaugural performance on November 14th, the 'Yeonhaneul Band'—featuring bandoneon player Yeonhaneul, pianist Kim Yi-seul, bassist Han Da-bin, and violinist Yun Ji-yeon—captivated the weekend audience with tango's distinctive deep and rich melodies.

On November 21st, the neo-traditional Korean music crossover band 'SYOT' (composed of gayageum, piano, and guitar) will take the stage, presenting contemporary music that blends Korean traditional music with jazz, folk, and minimalism.

On November 28th, 'H:ori', a fusion Korean music ensemble that demonstrated exceptional talent in the '2026 Jeongjo Theme Performance Venue Youth Artist Creative Exhibition Support Program', will perform alongside professional musicians including national intangible cultural heritage successors and transmitters, presenting a refined production that harmonizes tradition and modernity.

[December to Look Forward To] Family-Friendly Traditional 'Winter Play Park'

From December 5th through the 19th, every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., the 'Jeongjo K Stage: Play Park - Winter Edition' offers traditional game experience programs that families can enjoy together.

The venue will feature experience spaces where visitors can enjoy nostalgic games such as Chinese jacks and marble shooting, as well as various folk games including tuho (horseshoe tossing), jegi-chagi (hacky sack), and ddakji (traditional paper tile game).

In addition, participatory events including jegi-chagi and yut-nori competitions led by historical reenactors and 'game masters' will take place, and a 'Play King Championship' where generations compete together and winners are crowned will heighten the excitement at the venue.

Establishing Its Role as a Cultural Hub for Haengung-dong... Visitor Numbers Surge 38%

According to the Suwon Cultural Foundation, cumulative visitors to the Jeongjo Theme Performance Venue from January through October of this year totaled 252,533. This represents approximately a 38% increase compared to the same period last year (182,749 visitors).

A foundation official stated, "As a result of consistently presenting diverse outdoor programs, the Jeongjo Theme Performance Venue has solidly established itself as a cultural and arts hub representing Haengung-dong. Building on the enthusiasm of the successful opening week, we will continue to showcase quality programs so that more citizens and visitors can enjoy culture and arts in their daily lives during the remaining period."