Gwangju Arts Center
광주예술의전당 · Gwangju · Neighbourhoods & streets
Opened in 1991, the Gwangju Arts Center is the cornerstone of culture and arts in Gwangju. It offers high-quality performances and exhibitions across various genres, including Korean traditional music, opera, classical music, and ballet. The center boasts a range of artistic facilities, such as a main theater, a secondary theater, a traditional music hall, a sculpture garden, and an amphitheater. The main theater has a seating capacity for up to 1,500 people.
| Type | Neighbourhoods & streets |
|---|---|
| Region | Gwangju |
| Address | 60 Bungmun-daero, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City |
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- Sep 11, 2026Gwangju Metropolitan Gugak Orchestra: Bardo, Moonlight Blessing
- Mar 12, 2026 – Dec 11, 20262026 Culture Day: Cheongchun Mic (Jeolla & Jeju)
- Sep 5, 2026 – Nov 15, 202616th Gwangju Biennale: You Must Change Your Life
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