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'''Sejong Center for the Performing Arts''' ({{Korean|hangul=세종문화회관}}) is the largest arts and cultural complex in [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]]. It has an interior area of 53,202m². It is situated in the center of the capital, on [[Sejongno]], a main road that cuts through the capital city of the [[Joseon Dynasty]]. The center took 4 years to complete, opening in 1978. It was "built as a cultural center for Seoulites". It currently contains one of the biggest [[pipe organs]] in [[Asia]].


==History==
'''Sejong Center for the Performing Arts''' (or '''Sejong Center''') is the largest arts and cultural complex in [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]]. It has an interior area of 53,202m². It is situated in the center of the capital, on [[Sejongno]], a main road that cuts through the ancient capital city of the [[Joseon Dynasty]]. The center took 4 years to complete, opening its doors in [[1978]]. It was "built as a cultural center for Seoulites". It currently is home to the biggest [[pipe organ]] in [[Asia]].
After the Seoul National Hall was destroyed by fire in 1972,<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Overview |url=https://www.sejongpac.or.kr/eng/main/contents.do?menuNo=700002 |access-date=June 17, 2024 |website=sejongpac.or.kr}}</ref> the construction of a venue to continue the cultural heritage of that structure was proposed.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |last=이 |first=상만 |title=세종문화회관 (世宗文化會館) |encyclopedia=[[Encyclopedia of Korean Culture]] |url=https://encykorea.aks.ac.kr/Article/E0029866 |access-date=2024-06-18 |publisher=[[Academy of Korean Studies]] |language=ko}}</ref> Construction began in 1974, and it completed in April 1978.<ref name=":0" /> In 1999, the center was placed under control of a foundation.<ref name=":1" />


The center's design was based on a fusion of Korean national symbols and the western architectural designs. The name "Sejong" is from the 4th ruling king of the [[Joseon Dynasty]], [[Sejong the Great of Joseon|Sejong the Great]].<ref name=":0" />


On 23 September 2012, the [[Seoul Metropolitan Government]] started on a trial basis, a 550-m designated section of [[Sejong-ro]] as pedestrian-only but permitted for cyclists. The section includes the road from the [[Gwanghwamun]] three-way intersection, along [[Gwanghwamun Plaza]] in front of the Sejong Center to the Sejong-ro intersection.<ref>{{cite news |title=Pedestrian Zone Planned for Central Seoul |url=http://english.chosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2012/09/21/2012092101033.html |newspaper=[[The Chosun Ilbo]] |date=21 September 2012|accessdate=3 November 2012}}</ref>
==Brief history==


==Facilities==
After the Seoul National Hall was destroyed by fire in [[1972]], the City Council of Seoul commissioned the construction of a venue to continue the cultural heritage of that structure. Built in 1978, commissioned by the City of Seoul, Sejong Center was largely unsupported financially for 20 years, being under the control of the Special City of Seoul. In [[1999]] the Center was placed under control of a foundation governed by civilians whose passion for the arts fueled its massive newfound success.
{{Update|part=section|date=June 2024|reason=buildings have changed}}[[File:Sejong Center.jpg|thumb|230px|Sejong Center]]

===Main Auditorium===
The Center's design was based on a fusion of Korean national symbols and the western architectural designs.
The "Big" Theater as it is called in Korean, is a technologically advanced theater. It opened in 1999 to show [[Shim Hyung-rae|Shim Hyung-rae's]] [[Yonggary (1999 film)|''Yonggary'']] and has a capacity for 3,000 people and is the biggest Theater at the country.

The name "Sejong" is from the 4th ruling King of the [[Joseon Dynasty]], Sejong the Great.

==Forming Facilities==
[[Image:Seoul-Sejong.Art.Center-04.jpg|thumb|240px|left|Sejong Center]]
The Sejong Center is made up of many different halls, centers and theaters.

===The Main Auditorium===

The "Big" Theater as it is called in Korean, is a technologically advanced theater that is right on par with the international theaters and auditorium halls. Divided to 3 stories, with a total of 3048 seats. The first 2 floors all have LCD screens attached to each seats to help narration and information. The "battons" that enable fast changing of stage performance is numbered to be around 102.

===The Minor Hall===


===Minor Hall===
Called The "Small" Theater in Korean, is constructed in an interesting style over 2 floors, and can seat 442 people, the stage can allow for 100 people on performance.
Called The "Small" Theater in Korean, is constructed in an interesting style over 2 floors, and can seat 442 people, the stage can allow for 100 people on performance.


===Arts Forum Galleries===
===Arts Forum Galleries===
*Main Gallery: The Arts Forum is a large room (1,056 m<sup>2</sup>) that is divided into 4 separate rooms for viewings of different sizes and numbers.

*The Arts Forum Main Gallery: The Arts Forum is a large room (1,056 m²) that is divided into 4 separate rooms for viewings of different sizes and numbers.
*New Gallery: The New Gallery is a (594 m<sup>2</sup>) place for artwork that excels in the social, popular and cultural side of Korean art.
*Gwang Hwa Moon Gallery: Originally part of the 5th Line Subway Metro System, it houses artworks that are considered to be outstanding by the youth and new up-and-coming artists. Considered to be an example of Subway Art Galleries.

*The Arts Forum New Gallery: The New Gallery is a (594 m²) place for artwork that excels in the social, popular and cultural side of Korean art.

*The Arts Forum Gwang Hwa Moon Gallery: Originally part of the 5th Line Subway Metro System, it houses artworks that are considered to be outstanding by the youth and new up-and-coming artists. Considered to be an example of Subway Art Galleries.


===Gwang Hwa Rang===
===Gwang Hwa Rang===
The Gwang Hwa Rang is situated underneath the [[Sejong-ro]] crossroads, it opened on February 17, 2005, with complete free access to pedestrians and art-discerning Seoulites. It includes a window-gallery that enable by-passers on ground level to peek inside.

Situated underneath the [[Sejong-ro]] crossroads, it opened in February, 17th [[2005]] for compete free access to pedestrians and art-discerning Seoulites. It includes a window-gallery that enable by-passers on ground level to peek inside.


===Sejong Convention Center and Hall===
===Sejong Convention Center and Hall===
The Convention Center and Hall is usually used for big events and conferences. With a size of 627 m<sup>2</sup>, it can house around 400 people. It is available for many different events. It includes 250 translating systems that interprets five different languages simultaneously. The convention hall has a smaller size convention center that is used for similar purposes and is able to accommodate 120 people.

Usually used for big events and conferences, with a size of 627 m², it can house around 400 people. Available for many different events, symposia. It includes 250 translating systems that interprets 5 languages simultaneously.

The Convention Hall is a smaller size convention center that is used for similar purposes as the center, able to accommodate 120 people.


===Sam Chung Gak===
===Sam Chung Gak===
Measuring in 19417m², Sam Chung Gak is a collaboration of six traditional Korean Housings. Since 2001, it has been used by the center as a place for traditional heritage experience.


==Resident companies==
Measuring in 19417m², it is a collaboration of 6 traditional Korean Housings. From [[2001]] it has been used by the Center as a place for traditional heritage experience.

==Resident Companies==
[[Image:Seoul-Sejong.Art.Center-01.jpg|thumb|240px|Sejong Center at night]]

*[[Seoul Philharmonic]]
*[[Seoul Philharmonic]]
*[[Seoul National Philharmonic]]
* Seoul National Philharmonic
*[[Seoul Metropolitan Theater Company]]
* Seoul Metropolitan Theater Company
*[[City of Seoul Musical Company]]
* City of Seoul Musical Company
*[[Seoul Metropolitan Chorus]]
* Seoul Metropolitan Chorus
*[[Seoul National Traditional Dance Company]]
* Seoul National Traditional Dance Company
*[[Seoul Metropolitan Opera]]
* Seoul Metropolitan Opera
*[[Seoul Youth Orchestra]]
* Seoul Youth Orchestra
*[[Seoul Youth Choir]]
* Seoul Youth Choir


==See also==
==See also==
*[[Contemporary culture of South Korea]]
*[[Contemporary culture of South Korea]]
*[[Korean performing arts]]
*[[List of concert halls]]
*[[List of concert halls]]
*[[List of Korea-related topics]]
*[[Sejong the Great of Joseon]]
*[[Statue of King Sejong (Gwanghwamun)]]


==References==
{{Commonscat|Sejong Center}}
{{Reflist}}
==External links==
==External links==
{{Commons category|Sejong Center}}
*[http://www.sejongpac.or.kr/intro/e_ceogreet.asp Sejong Center Chief of Operations Word of Welcome]
*[http://www.sejongpac.or.kr/main/main.asp Official website]
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[[Category:Tourist attractions in Seoul]]

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[[ja:世宗文化会館]]
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Latest revision as of 02:00, 5 July 2024

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
세종문화회관
Map
Location175 Sejongdaero, Jongno-gu
Seoul, 03172, South Korea
Coordinates37°34′21″N 126°58′32″E / 37.5725°N 126.9756°E / 37.5725; 126.9756
TypeArt center
DirectorKim Joo-song
ArchitectUm Duk-Moon, Pyung Goo Rhee
WebsiteOfficial Website
Sejong Center
Hangul
세종문화회관
Hanja
世宗文化會館
Revised RomanizationSejong Munhwa Hoegwan
McCune–ReischauerSejong Munhwa Hoegwan

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts (Korean: 세종문화회관) is the largest arts and cultural complex in Seoul, South Korea. It has an interior area of 53,202m². It is situated in the center of the capital, on Sejongno, a main road that cuts through the capital city of the Joseon Dynasty. The center took 4 years to complete, opening in 1978. It was "built as a cultural center for Seoulites". It currently contains one of the biggest pipe organs in Asia.

History

[edit]

After the Seoul National Hall was destroyed by fire in 1972,[1] the construction of a venue to continue the cultural heritage of that structure was proposed.[2] Construction began in 1974, and it completed in April 1978.[2] In 1999, the center was placed under control of a foundation.[1]

The center's design was based on a fusion of Korean national symbols and the western architectural designs. The name "Sejong" is from the 4th ruling king of the Joseon Dynasty, Sejong the Great.[2]

On 23 September 2012, the Seoul Metropolitan Government started on a trial basis, a 550-m designated section of Sejong-ro as pedestrian-only but permitted for cyclists. The section includes the road from the Gwanghwamun three-way intersection, along Gwanghwamun Plaza in front of the Sejong Center to the Sejong-ro intersection.[3]

Facilities

[edit]
Sejong Center

Main Auditorium

[edit]

The "Big" Theater as it is called in Korean, is a technologically advanced theater. It opened in 1999 to show Shim Hyung-rae's Yonggary and has a capacity for 3,000 people and is the biggest Theater at the country.

Minor Hall

[edit]

Called The "Small" Theater in Korean, is constructed in an interesting style over 2 floors, and can seat 442 people, the stage can allow for 100 people on performance.

Arts Forum Galleries

[edit]
  • Main Gallery: The Arts Forum is a large room (1,056 m2) that is divided into 4 separate rooms for viewings of different sizes and numbers.
  • New Gallery: The New Gallery is a (594 m2) place for artwork that excels in the social, popular and cultural side of Korean art.
  • Gwang Hwa Moon Gallery: Originally part of the 5th Line Subway Metro System, it houses artworks that are considered to be outstanding by the youth and new up-and-coming artists. Considered to be an example of Subway Art Galleries.

Gwang Hwa Rang

[edit]

The Gwang Hwa Rang is situated underneath the Sejong-ro crossroads, it opened on February 17, 2005, with complete free access to pedestrians and art-discerning Seoulites. It includes a window-gallery that enable by-passers on ground level to peek inside.

Sejong Convention Center and Hall

[edit]

The Convention Center and Hall is usually used for big events and conferences. With a size of 627 m2, it can house around 400 people. It is available for many different events. It includes 250 translating systems that interprets five different languages simultaneously. The convention hall has a smaller size convention center that is used for similar purposes and is able to accommodate 120 people.

Sam Chung Gak

[edit]

Measuring in 19417m², Sam Chung Gak is a collaboration of six traditional Korean Housings. Since 2001, it has been used by the center as a place for traditional heritage experience.

Resident companies

[edit]
  • Seoul Philharmonic
  • Seoul National Philharmonic
  • Seoul Metropolitan Theater Company
  • City of Seoul Musical Company
  • Seoul Metropolitan Chorus
  • Seoul National Traditional Dance Company
  • Seoul Metropolitan Opera
  • Seoul Youth Orchestra
  • Seoul Youth Choir

See also

[edit]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ a b "Overview". sejongpac.or.kr. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
  2. ^ a b c 이, 상만, "세종문화회관 (世宗文化會館)", Encyclopedia of Korean Culture (in Korean), Academy of Korean Studies, retrieved 2024-06-18
  3. ^ "Pedestrian Zone Planned for Central Seoul". The Chosun Ilbo. 21 September 2012. Retrieved 3 November 2012.
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