The Korean Dance Association Jeju Special Self-Governing Province branch has announced the upcoming Jeju preliminary round for the 34th National Dance Festival. This competition is set to identify the dancers and choreographers who will represent Jeju at the national event. It provides a platform for showcasing local artistic talent.
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The preliminary stage for Jeju's dance representatives. |
Competition Details
The preliminary competition will take place from Friday, June 6th to Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at the Grand Theater of the Seolmundae Women's Culture Center in Jeju-si. Choreographers wishing to participate must have resided in Jeju for a minimum of three years, with no age restrictions. Participants are required to present an original creative dance piece (Korean dance, modern dance, or ballet) with a duration between 20 and 25 minutes.
Key Information:
- Competition Period: June 6th (Fri) ~ June 8th (Sun), 2025
- Venue: Seolmundae Women's Culture Center Grand Theater
- Eligibility: Choreographers residing in Jeju for 3+ years (open to all ages)
- Work Format: Original Creative Dance (Korean, Modern, or Ballet)
- Performance Length: 20 to 25 minutes
Participation and Opportunity
The choreographers and dance troupes selected from this preliminary round will proceed to represent Jeju in the main National Dance Festival. This offers a significant opportunity for local dance artists to gain broader recognition and contribute to the cultural landscape.
Applications are open from Saturday, April 5th to Friday, April 25th, 2025. Interested dance professionals in Jeju are encouraged to apply.
For further details, please refer to the official announcement by the Korean Dance Association Jeju Special Self-Governing Province branch.