[Performance] Bereishit Dance Company at Strathmore
Thursday, February 6 at 8:00 PM
The Music Center at Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Ln. North Bethesda, MD 20852-3385)
Bereishit Dance Company is a groundbreaking Seoul-based company that approaches Korean traditional culture from a contemporary view. Judo and Balance & Imbalance , two of the company’s acclaimed works, are stunning examples of their style that merges the control and full-body excitement of break dance with sleek artistry and urban cool. Complete with live traditional pansori music, Bereishit Dance Company’s extravagant performance reaches the heights of athletic ability fused with beautiful choreography. Details & Tickets HERE.
Sunday, February 9 at 4:00 PM
Justice Forum, The REACH, Kennedy Center (2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566)
Ensembles and solos showcase the next generation of up and coming classical musical talents, including: Ensemble Quinever (Violin: HyunKyung Kim, Viola: Yeri Cheong, Cello: Sowon Park, Piano: Hyunji Kim) performing Schumann, Raymond Lim (Violin) performing Kabalevsky, and Lauren Yoon (Violin) performing Saint-Saens. Free, no RSVP required.
American Ballet Theatre: Giselle featuring Hee Seo and Joo Won Ahn
February 11 - 16 (various times)
The Kennedy Center (2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566)
An exciting new generation of ABT’s international stars comes to D.C. for one of the world’s most cherished ballets; the company last performed it in our Opera House nearly 15 years ago. Considered a quintessential tale of unrequited love, heartbreaking loss, and triumphant forgiveness, Giselle remains a timeless favorite. See the event listing for times and dancer schedules. Details & Tickets HERE.
Chamber Music at The Barns featuring Danbi Um, violin
Friday, February 14 at 7:30 PM
The Barns at Wolftrap (1635 Trap Road Vienna, VA 22812)
A series of musical conversations between two violinists, Paul Huang and Danbi Um. Joined by pianist Orion Weiss, they will navigate the music of Spohr, Wieniawski, Sarasate, and a world premiere by Chris Rogerson. Details & Tickets HERE.
Baltimore Korean Movie Series: Masquerade
Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Faced with the constant threat of assassination, the conspiratorial 15th ruler of Korea's ancient Joseon Dynasty, King Gwang-hae (Lee Byung-hun), orders his councilor to find a body double for his own safety. Heo Gyun (Ryu Seung-ryong) finds Ha-sun, a lowly entertainer who looks remarkably like the king. When Gwang-hae is indeed poisoned, Ha-sun must play the role of a lifetime until the king recovers. Details and RSVP HERE.
South Korea's Brush Theatre presents Yao Yao
February 29 - March 1 (showtimes vary)
Family Theater, The Kennedy Center (2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566)
Yao accidentally pulls a thread that leads to a magical world blending reality and imagination! South Korea's Brush Theatre uses interactive screen technology and live music to capture the whimsical adventure that follows. Details & Tickets HERE.
[Performance] Washington Performing Arts presents Seong-Jin Cho, piano
Sunday, March 8 at 7:30 PM
Terrace Theater, The Kennedy Center (2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566)
With an overwhelming talent and innate musicality, Seong-Jin Cho is rapidly embarking on a world-class career and is considered one of the most distinctive artists on the current music scene. Already a favorite guest soloist of the National Symphony Orchestra, he has enjoyed sold-out recitals at Carnegie Hall, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, Los Angeles’s Disney Hall, and many other premier concert halls. Program includes Brahms, Franck, Berg, and Liszt. Details and tickets HERE.
[Exhibition] Sacred Dedication: A Korean Buddhist Masterpiece
On view through March 22
Freer Gallery of Art & Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution
A single object—a beautiful gilt wood sculpture of Gwaneum, the bodhisattva of compassion and the most popular deity in Korean Buddhism—is the focus of this loan exhibition from the National Museum of Korea. Details HERE.
Bae Bae K-Pop Dance Party
Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 PM
U Street Music Hall (1115 U St NW)
Bae Bae, in partnership with Awesome Con, presents DC's favorite K-pop dance party — now in its fifth year! Join us for a night of your favorite K-pop hits, door prizes for lucky winners, a dance contest you can't miss, and exclusive giveaways from Awesome Con. This event is 18+ (ages 18-20 by advance ticket only). Details and tickets HERE. 
