Program

Architect of the Shore is a signature production commissioned as part of the Gangneung Tourism Branding Project—an initiative to promote cultural tourism by cultivating the city’s unique artistic identity.
Written and directed by Artistic Director JuA Lee, the work seamlessly merges operatic and theatrical elements to deliver a deeply imaginative and intellectually resonant experience.
At its core is a powerful ensemble of distinguished Korean opera singers, actors, traditional musicians, and dancers. Under the musical direction and baton of composer-conductor Sukjin Chang, more than 90 performers—including members of the Gangneung Symphony Orchestra and Gangneung Chorus—join forces on stage.
By boldly reinterpreting local narratives through an original artistic lens, this production not only enhances Gangneung’s cultural presence but also redefines its role in the national performing arts scene as a landmark regional brand performance.