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Korea Opera, the Trajectory of the First 15 Years

2025-10-18~
Permanent Exhibition Hall 1

This exhibition explores the origins and early development of Korean opera, focusing on the first 15 years from 1948 to 1962 within its 80-year history. Starting with the 1948 performance of La Traviata, it presents 20 major works including Carmen, Chunhyang-jeon, and Prince Hodong, alongside original program booklets and rare archival materials. This period marks a significant chapter in the formation and establishment of Korean opera. The exhibition aims to show how the foundation of Korean opera was laid during these formative years.

한국 오페라 첫 15년의 궤적
Photograph of Carmen

Photograph of Carmen

Year
Unknown
Dimensions
118 x 92mm
Type
Photograph
Quantity
1
Program Book of La traviata

Program Book of La traviata

Year
1948
Dimensions
130 x 183mm
Type
Program Book
Quantity
1
Extent
16p
Program Book of Carmen

Program Book of Carmen

Year
1950
Dimensions
150 x 205mm
Type
Program Book
Quantity
2
Program Book of Fidelio

Program Book of Fidelio

Year
1962
Dimensions
184 x 258mm
Type
Program Book
Quantity
1
Sheet Music of Chunhyangjeon

Sheet Music of Chunhyangjeon

Year
Unknown
Dimensions
175 x 250mm
Type
Sheet Music
Quantity
1
Extent
41p