Goryeong to Present National Theater Hit "Aria of Dreams"

Performance at Daegaya Culture Nuri on September 19

Free Admission for All Seats, Advance Registration Required

The musical drama "Aria of Dreams," which sold out all seats at the National Theater of Korea in Seoul, is coming to Goryeong.

The Goryeong Cultural Tourism Foundation announced that, through the "GKL Tourism Alliance Cooperative Program" in partnership with the GKL Social Contribution Foundation, "Our Neighborhood Cultural Exploration with GKL - Aria of Dreams" will be held on September 19 at 4 p.m. at Gayageum Hall, Daegaya Culture Nuri.

'Our Neighborhood Cultural Exploration with GKL - Aria of Dreams' Poster [Provided by Goryeong County]

This performance has been organized to expand local residents' opportunities to experience culture and the arts. Of particular note, it is attracting attention because "Aria of Dreams," which received favorable reviews at the National Theater of Korea in Seoul, can now be enjoyed by residents free of charge in their own region.

"Aria of Dreams" is a musical drama presented in a gala opera format, combining famous operatic pieces with storytelling performed by actors. The show features well-known classics such as Offenbach's "Barcarolle" from "The Tales of Hoffmann," Verdi's "Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves," Bizet's "Toreador Song," Puccini's "Musetta’s Waltz," and "Nessun Dorma."

Soprano Jung Heekyung, soprano Han Kyungseong, mezzo-soprano Jung Yujin, tenor Kim Eunguk, baritone Kim Jundong, and pianist Kim Mia will deliver a high-quality stage performance. After the show, there will be an interactive talk session and Q&A, as well as commemorative photography with the cast and audience.

Admission is free for all seats, with preference given to Goryeong County residents and those who work at local businesses. Advance applications are accepted until September 13, and successful applicants will be notified individually by text message on September 14.

An official from the Goryeong Cultural Tourism Foundation stated, "Through this cooperative project, we hope to broaden regional opportunities for cultural and artistic enjoyment and will continue to discover content that integrates culture and tourism."

The GKL Tourism Alliance is a cooperative network established to discover and jointly promote regional cultural and tourism-based social initiatives. It includes the Goryeong Cultural Tourism Foundation and nine regional Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) nationwide.

As this is a rare opportunity for regional residents to enjoy a metropolitan hit performance for free, it is expected to help narrow the cultural gap and enhance Goryeong’s competitiveness in culture and tourism.

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