The Korean National Opera introduced Park Hye-jin, the company’s newly appointed Director and Artistic Director at a press conference at the Seoul Arts Center N Studio on May 28, 2026. During the course of the conference, Park outlined her vision which centered on what she described as “expansion through connection. Her strategy is organized around connecting works and audiences, bridging {…}

The Korea National Opera will present “Museum Opera Gala II” on May 20 at 7 p.m. local time at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Seoul. The showcase will be presented against the backdrop of Damien Hirst’s installation art. Soprano Yoon Sang-ah, mezzo-soprano Kim Jung-mi, tenor Kim Yo-han, and baritone Samuel Yoon headline the evening, with 20 members {…}

The Korea National Opera has announced a nationwide touring initiative spanning 66 performances over 40 days. The tour marks an increase of nine performances over last year and places a greater emphasis on full-length opera, with five works on offer: Puccini’s “Gianni Schicchi,” Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” Strauss II’s “Die Fledermaus,” Verdi’s “La Traviata,” and Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville.” {…}

The Korea National Opera, under Acting Artistic Director Shin Yong-sun, has announced enrollment for its 2026 spring semester Opera Academy, running from March through June. The Academy has expanded its theory and appreciation offerings this semester with two new programs. “Opera Date” introduces beginners to the origins and history of opera, the defining characteristics of opera by country, and the {…}

The Korea National Opera is set to hold the “2025 Korea National Opera Cultural Sharing Year-End Concert” on Dec. 19. This concert is presented by four members of the National Opera Studio Youth Education Group. The group will perform famous arias and duets from opera such as “Die Fledermaus” and “The Barber of Seville.” They will also perform musical numbers and animation theme {…}

The Korea National Opera has announced its 2025 North American tour. Under the leadership of Director and Artistic Director Choi Sang-ho, the company and members of the National Opera’s Youth Educational Troupe will present concerts in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Ottawa, Canada. The tour runs Oct. 4 – 16. Special engagements on the tour include the opening {…}