Korean Traditional Performing Arts Association's Annual Concert

Saturday, October 18, 2008 at noon (family program) & 8pm (main concert)

Peter Jay Sharp Theater at Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th St., NYC)

Korean Traditional Performing Arts Association's Annual Concert

The Korean Traditional Performing Arts Association (KTPAA) is proud to present its 14th annual performance showcase featuring the renowned pansori singer and international award-winning actress, Jung-Hae Oh, who starred in Im Kwon Taek's films Seopyeonje (1993) and Beyond the Years (2007) - movies depicting a Korean family consisting of pansori singers. In this concert, Oh will be performing with Yoon-Jeong Heo, a celebrated composer and geomungo player. The concert will also feature Sounds of Korea presenting a spectacular array of songs and dances. This ensemble will be led by Sue Park, a recipient of 2008 National Heritage Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Prior to the main concert, KTPAA offers a family workshop with hands-on sessions on drumming and dancing. The workshop will be followed by KTPAA Children Ensemble's performance.

Tickets for family program are $5 (children) & $10 (adult). Ticket price for the main concert ranges from $30 (student)~$70. To purchase tickets, please call 212-864-5400 or visit www.symphonyspace.org.