Gwangju Fringe Festival 2024: Experience the Energy of Street Arts & Dance in South Korea

Get Ready for an Electrifying Experience: The Gwangju Fringe Festival Returns in 2024!

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable celebration of art and energy as the Gwangju Fringe Festival returns for its 9th edition from September 21st to 29th, 2024!

This year, prepare to be swept away by the dual themes of Street Arts and Street Dance. The festival will transform iconic locations like Geumnam-ro Street, the Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall, and the Kimdaejung Convention Center into vibrant stages of artistic expression.

Under the intriguing banner of "A Chance Encounter with ______", the festival intertwines with the Gwangju Biennale, offering a unique lens through which to experience the city. Get ready for a captivating fusion of urban dynamism and local flavor, where everyday life transforms into art, forging connections between artists and audiences.

Here’s what awaits you:

Festival Dates & Locations:

  • Street Arts Festival: September 21st – 22nd
    • September 21st: Geumnam-ro Street
    • September 22nd: Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall
  • Street Dance Festival: September 28th – 29th
    • Kimdaejung Convention Center

Dive into a World of Artistic Expression:

Street Arts Festival (September 21st – 22nd):

  • Performances: Be captivated by over 25 performances, featuring:
    • 10 invited acts from across Korea and around the world
    • 14 participating acts showcasing the best of Korean talent
    • 1 original production created specifically for the festival
  • Side Events:
    • Experience the collaborative spirit of "Sound of the Square", a joint project with the Gwangju Biennale.
    • Witness the future of street art at the "2024 Gwangju Street Arts Fringe Academy", a mentoring program nurturing local artists.
    • Engage in thought-provoking discussions at the "Gwangju Connection Base", a forum for the Street Arts Network.

Street Dance Festival (September 28th – 29th):

  • Dance Battles: Feel the heat of competition in the preliminary and final rounds of live dance battles.
    • Be blown away by special performances from renowned artists shaping the street dance scene.
  • Performances:
    • Witness the culmination of talent in the final round of performances, following preliminary online video submissions and live judging.
    • Be inspired by performance showcases from the esteemed judging panel.

Festival Information:

Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the Gwangju Fringe Festival!

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