Opening of the MODU Art Theater, Korea’s First Universal Theater for Artists with Disabilities

Oct 25, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) opened the MODU Art Theater on the afternoon of October 24 (Tue) in collaboration with the Korea Disability Arts & Culture Center (Director KIM Hyung Hee, KDAC). The primary objective of this theater is to provide the highest level of accessibility for cultural and artistic activities, catering to people with disabilities and allowing them to engage in creative expression and enjoyment. The opening ceremony was graced by approximately 150 individuals from the cultural and arts sector, including Minister YU In Chon; the head of the Federation of Disability Culture and Arts Associations of Korea (FDCA), BAE Eun Joo; and the renowned writer JUNG Eun Hye. Moreover, artists with disabilities and organizational leaders attended at this momentous event.

Singer LEE Mi Ja Became the First Pop Musician to Receive the Highest Order of Cultural Merit

Oct 20, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST), in partnership with the Korea Creative Content Agency (CEO JO Hyun Rae, KOCCA) hosted the “2023 Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards”—the highest government accolade in the popular culture and arts sector—on October 21 (Sat) at the Haeoreum Grand Theater of the National Theater of Korea. The ceremony included celebratory performances and was livestreamed through KOCCA and the “THE K-POP” YouTube channel.

Minister YU In Chon Ensures Thorough Preparations for “Gangwon 2024”

Oct 18, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) Minister, YU In Chon, inspected the preparations for the Winter Youth Olympic Games 2024 (Gangwon 2024) in Pyeongchang and Gangneung on October 18 (Wed), touring the venues and the Youth Olympic Villages. Minister was joined on-site by KIM Jin Tae, the Governor of Gangwon State, KWON Hyuk Yeol, the Chairman of the Gangwon Provincial Council, and KIM Chul Min, the Secretary General of the Winter Youth Olympic Games Gangwon 2024 Organising Committee.

2023 Hanbok Culture Week: A Good Day to Wear Hanbok

Oct 16, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister YU In Chon, MCST) together with the Korea Craft & Design Foundation (President JANG Dong Kwang, KCDF) showcased a Hanbok exhibition in Jongno-gu, ​​Seoul, and other areas of the country from October 16 (Mon) to 22 (Sun). The 2023 Hanbok Culture Week will be held under the theme “A Good Day to Wear Hanbok!” “Hanbok Culture Week” is held every third week of October to promote the spread of traditional Korean costume culture for everyday life through various programs, such as exhibitions, experiences, and fashion shows related to Hanbok.

“Welcome Daehakro Festival” Promotes Korea’s Premier Performing Arts District

Oct 16, 2023

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST, Minister YU In Chon) is partnering with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO, CEO KIM Jang Sil), Jongno-gu, and the Korea Performing Arts and Tourism Association to host the “Welcome Daehakro Festival 2023” from October 14 (Sat) to 28 (Sat) in Daehakro, the heart of Korean culture and arts. This event aims to promote the global appeal of Korean performing arts tourism. MCST Second Vice Minister JANG Mi Ran graced the opening ceremony on October 15 (Sun) at the car-free street in Daehakro, offering encouragement to the organizers and staff.