GWANGJU, South Korea, Nov. 8, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- As the 15th Gwangju Biennale enters its final
month, visitors have until December 1,
2024, to experience one of Asia's oldest and most celebrated art events,
which has transformed Gwangju into a global destination for
contemporary art.
PANSORI: A Soundscape of the 21st Century
The main exhibition, PANSORI: A Soundscape of the 21st Century,
is curated by Artistic Director Nicolas
Bourriaud, a French theorist known for his concept of
"relational aesthetics." Inspired by pansori—a traditional Korean
art form blending storytelling, music, and vocal expression in
public spaces—the exhibition features works by 72 artists from 30
countries, exploring themes of shared spaces, human connection, and
environmental challenges, from the microscopic to the cosmic.
Spanning the Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall and eight sites in
Yangnim-dong, a historic district known for its communal spirit and
architectural heritage, the exhibition invites visitors on a
contemplative journey through today's most pressing global
issues
Gwangju Biennale Pavilion: A Platform for Cultural
Exchange
Complementing the main exhibition, the Gwangju Biennale Pavilion
features 31 pavilions, with participation from various creative
entities including countries, cities, and institutions, distributed
throughout Gwangju. The Gwangju Biennale Pavilion is hosted at 22
venues, including the National Asian Culture Center and significant
cultural sites like the May 18
Archives. Since 2018 it has offered a dynamic platform for
international cultural exchange, presenting a diverse array of
installations, performances, and curated exhibitions that foster
cross-cultural dialogue.
Celebrating 30 Years of Gwangju's Cultural Impact
Founded in 1994 to commemorate the May
18 Gwangju Democratization Movement and the 50th anniversary
of Korea's liberation, the Gwangju Biennale has become one of
Asia's leading art biennales. It
has consistently fostered international cultural exchange and
thought-provoking discourse on contemporary art, embodying the
"Gwangju Spirit" of democracy, human rights, community, and peace.
By challenging Western-centric art narratives and celebrating
cultural diversity, the Biennale has addressed pressing global
issues such as climate change, social justice, and equity.
Gwangju's Biennale has transformed the city of 1.4 million into a
prominent cultural hub in Asia,
widely celebrated as the "City of Art, Cuisine, and Culture."
With less than a month remaining, visitors can still purchase
tickets online or at the Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall ticket
office. For schedules, ticketing, and program details, please visit
the official Gwangju Biennale website.
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