{
  "id": 648867,
  "title": "Myeongdong Theater in Seoul stages free lunchtime performances",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/myeongdong-theater-in-seoul-stages-free-lunchtime-performances-648867",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-12T09:17:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/arts-theater/20260812/myeongdong-theater-in-seoul-stages-free-lunchtime-performances"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Theater Company of Korea is set to introduce a new outdoor lunchtime series at Myeongdong Theater in Seoul. The program, named \"Myeongdong Theater at Noon,\" will feature 10 free performances every Wednesday from August 19th to October 28th. The initiative aims to make art more accessible to the public by presenting short shows during an hour when most people are free, rather than requiring them to visit a traditional theater venue. No reservations are necessary to attend the events. The lineup includes experienced artists and groups specializing in outdoor festivals and street theater, such as the Bongsan Mask Dance Preservation Society, Yeonhui Jeomchuri, and Yeonhui Group The Gwangdae. Additionally, Project Tong, known for movement-based physical theater, and Theater Asura will also participate in the series.",
  "summary": "The National Theater Company of Korea will launch a new outdoor lunchtime series at Myeongdong Theater this month, inviting office workers, residents and tourists to performing arts shows in the middle of Seoul’s bustling shopping district. Titled “Myeongdong Theater at Noon,” the program will take place every Wednesday from Aug. 19 through Oct. 28 at the theater’s outdoor plaza, presenting a…",
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        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Myeongdong Theater in Seoul stages free lunchtime performances",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/myeongdong-theater-in-seoul-stages-free-lunchtime-performances",
        "published": "2026-08-12T07:47:03.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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