In Busan's Haeundae District, a series of opera and classical music performances are scheduled for September.
The Haeundae Cultural Center announced that it will host the 'Opera Concert Season 3: A Cultural Journey with Opera' on September 3 at 7:30 PM in the Haeun Hall.
This concert will feature key scenes from French composer Georges Bizet's opera 'Carmen,' presented through music and narration.
Mezzo-soprano Min Ju-hee, tenor Jo Jung-hyuk, baritone Heo Jong-hoon, and pianist Lee Hyun-wook will perform, with concert guide Kim Sung-min providing commentary. The program will include popular pieces such as 'L'amour est un oiseau rebelle (Habanera),' 'Sur le mur de Séville (Seguidilla),' and 'Toreador Song.'
Ticket prices are 20,000 won for R seats and 10,000 won for S seats. Discounts of 40% are available for members of the Nurim program, 30% for elementary, middle, and high school students and holders of the Arts Pass, and 50% for people with disabilities, veterans, and groups of 20 or more. Tickets can be reserved through the Haeundae Cultural Center's website or by phone.
The Haeundae Cultural Center will also host the 17th Busan International Music Festival. Organized by the Haeundae District and the festival's organizing committee, the event will kick off with 'Ensemble Concert I' on September 4 at 7 PM, followed by 'Promenade Concert II' on September 10 at 7:30 PM, and 'Busan Musicians' on September 15 at 7:30 PM in the Haeun Hall.
The Promenade Concert will feature the Amaryllis Chamber Orchestra, while the final performance will showcase musicians based in Busan.
All tickets are priced at 10,000 won, with discounts of 40% for Nurim members, 30% for students and Arts Pass holders, and 50% for people with disabilities, veterans, and groups of 20 or more. Reservations can be made through the Haeundae Cultural Center's website or by phone.
Recently, Haeundae District conducted a 'Youth Employment Academy' for 30 unemployed young adults, connecting them with current employees from local companies.
The program was a collaboration between the Haeundae Youth Job Cafe, Haeundae Youth Fulfillment Space, and the Geumjeong District Youth Advancement Support Project. It aimed to help young people understand various companies and job roles while providing insights into employment opportunities.
Human resources representatives from five companies, including Uksung Chemical Co., Samjin Foods Co., Total Soft Bank Co., Parkland Co., and Verklosters Co., shared information about hiring practices, ideal candidate profiles, and job preparation strategies.
Participants also visited DRB Dongil Co. and Samah Precision to observe work environments and job functions.
The Haeundae Youth Cultural Center and Haeundae Youth Training Center were both selected as top institutions in the '2026 Comprehensive Evaluation of Youth After-School Academies' conducted by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family and the Korea Youth Activity Promotion Agency.
Among 85 regional organizations evaluated nationwide, six were recognized as top institutions in Busan, including these two from Haeundae District.
Both facilities received high marks for their community engagement activities, participation in public projects, and the implementation of programs tailored to their unique characteristics.
The Haeundae Youth Cultural Center's 'Dunsol After-School Academy' was acknowledged for its three-year growth roadmap, which focuses on character development, career exploration, and enhancing future capabilities, considering the characteristics of the Bansong area and the developmental stages of youth.
Haeundae District continues to support cultural performances, youth employment initiatives, and youth care programs, catering to the diverse needs of its residents.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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