Arts Council Korea's Literature Week returns to Seoul in September
Arts Council Korea, the state-run agency dedicated to funding and promoting the nation’s cultural landscape, will host Literature Week 2026 throughout September. Under the theme “A Sidelong Glance,” the festival will anchor its main festivities at Marronnier Park and its own venues in Daehangno — Seoul’s vibrant, historic theater district — while simultaneously rolling out events at cultural…
The Arts Council Korea, a state-run agency committed to nurturing Korea's cultural scene, is set to host Literature Week 2026 from September. The festival's central theme, "A Sidelong Glance," seeks to bridge the gap between writers and readers, showcasing the written word's ability to cultivate empathy. By encouraging participants to adopt a sidelong glance, organizers hope to inspire audiences to transcend their immediate surroundings and grasp nuanced narratives, untold histories, and perspectives markedly different from their own.
This year, Literature Week will span an impressive 131 events across Seoul and beyond. In the heart of the city, Daehangno, the historic theater district, will host 38 stage programs, 10 interactive exhibitions, and hands-on activities. The festival's reach extends nationwide, capitalizing on grassroots cultural networks and partnerships with regional cultural organizations.
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