National Jeongdong Theater to Present Three Performances from Arts Troupe Creative Platform 'Bounce' Next Month

[Asia Economy Reporter Donghyun Choi] The National Jeongdong Theater will present the performing arts troupe’s creative platform series "BOUNCE" from the 16th to the 18th of next month at the National Jeongdong Theater in Jung-gu, Seoul.

"BOUNCE" is a creative platform series where the National Jeongdong Theater’s performing arts troupe members themselves plan, direct, and choreograph performances to explore new possibilities in traditional arts. It was first introduced last December through an online screening event due to the spread of COVID-19.

Audiences can experience three original performances on stage, featuring unique interpretations of traditional arts such as dance, percussion, and yeonhui, along with various genre experiments.

"Jindong (振動)" is a work planned and directed by percussion team member Lee Gisu. Inspired by vibrations, it examines human life where cooperation, coexistence, and conflict blend together. The interaction between musical instrument performances and dancers’ movements invites the audience into a world of vibration and resonance. Following this, a percussion performance reminiscent of storms and waves unfolds, portraying the dynamic and harmonious aspects of human life.

"Old Garden" is a piece planned, directed, and choreographed by dance team member Jeon Jinhong. Through distinctive choreography and music, it vividly depicts the memories of an elderly man. "Old Garden" tells a story about precious beings who help overcome difficult realities, including family and lovers. It is especially expected to offer great comfort to hearts frozen by the spread of COVID-19.

"Re-Nanbong" is a work planned and directed by percussion team member Park Dayeol. Based on the lyrics of a traditional Nanbongga (a type of Korean narrative song), it portrays the vibrant love of a new generation influenced by the social atmosphere of the 1970s and 1980s and American hippie culture. Combining electronic music, electronic bass, the traditional instrument ajaeng, and various retro music and dance, it presents a fresh retro sensibility that revitalizes weary hearts.

Kim Heecheol, CEO of the National Jeongdong Theater, said, “We are pleased that the National Jeongdong Theater’s performing arts troupe creative platform, which was first introduced through an online screening last December, will meet audiences face-to-face this year. Through this performance, we hope the troupe will become a national representative traditional yeonhui group that provides excellent content combining traditional performing arts forms with modern expressions.”

The "BOUNCE" performances will be held three times in total (at 8 p.m. on the 16th, and at 3 p.m. on the 17th and 18th).

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