Folk songs, dance, foods, Tae Kwon Do, films and art displays highlight Korea's cultural evolution at Safeco Insurance Festál: Korean Cultural Celebration, Sept. 12, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., at Center House.
The Celebration, now in its sixth year at Seattle Center, recognizes Korea's traditional Harvest Festival Day, called Ch'usok, and allows festival-goers to gain insight into this country's customs and contemporary culture.
This one-day event includes an authentic Korean wedding ceremony, an elaborate exhibit of award-winning student artworks and an exhibition of works by members of the Korean American Art & Cultural Association of the Pacific Northwest. (KACAPN).
Did you know? Sandra Oh is one of Canada's most acclaimed actresses, known for her roles on the big and small screens. Born in Ontario in 1971 to Korean immigrant parents, Oh studied acting and ballet from a young age; and in high school, played the flute and served as class president. She studied drama at the prestigious Montreal Theatre School and starred in stage productions and in two television films. Oh has won several Genie and Screen Actors Guild awards and a Golden Globe. She has been nominated for an Emmy Award four times. She is known to American audiences for her role as Dr. Cristina Yang on the series "Grey's Anatomy." She also played notable roles in the films "Under the Tuscan Sun" and "Sideways."
Join us at Safeco Insurance Festál and become a culture carrier (someone who contributes to cultural understanding through the sharing of stories, songs, music, food and family traditions). This festival is produced by Seattle Center in partnership with the Korean-American Art & Cultural Association of the Pacific Northwest (KACAPN). For more information on Safeco Insurance Festál and other Seattle Center programming, click on www.seattlecenter.com.
About Safeco Insurance Festál
Safeco Insurance Festál, presented by Seattle Center in partnership with community organizations, is a year-long series of FREE events that honors the cultural richness and diversity of the Pacific Northwest. Safeco Insurance Festál plays a vital part in Seattle Center efforts to connect our dynamic and varied communities.
This collection of 22 events is presented with the generous support of Safeco Insurance, Wells Fargo, Verizon Wireless and KUOW 94.9 Public Radio. Additional support is provided by The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation, The Boeing Company, Seattle Center Fund and the City of Seattle.
More Information: http://www.seattlecenter.com
