Donghaean Byeolsingut Festival in Pohang: Spreading Messages of Hope and Abundance

‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’ Festival in Pohang: Spreading Messages of Hope and Abundance

In Pohang, the ‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’ festival is set to take place, delivering messages of hope and abundance to the citizens. The festival, which is designated as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, will feature the performers who have inherited the tradition of ‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’.

Preserving Cultural Heritage

The festival will showcase the talents of Kim Young-hee, an honorary performer of ‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’, as well as Kim Young-suk and Kim Dong-yeon, who are both heritage educators. Additionally, there will be a special exhibition of calligraphy by Jeong Yeon-rak, providing an opportunity for visitors to experience the beauty of calligraphy.

Highlighting the Coastal Culture

‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’ festival is an event that expresses the coastal and fishing village culture through music and dance. Pohang, with its geographical proximity to the East Sea, boasts a rich history and diverse culture. The festival aims to emphasize the unique characteristics and charm of Pohang, while also showcasing the potential of National Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Legacy of Kim Seok-chul

Kim Seok-chul, who was born in Heunghae-eup, Pohang, is one of the inheritors of ‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’. From a young age, Kim Seok-chul ventured into business and established the Se-seopmu family along with his daughter. He expanded his activities to Gangwon Province and Busan, and now continues to pass down the traditional customs and rituals of the fifth generation in the Donghaean region.

Expanding the Reach

While the current location for the preservation of ‘Donghaean Byeolsingut’ as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage is in Gijang-gun, Busan, it is also actively transmitted in the coastal areas of Songla-myeon and Guryongpo-eup in Pohang. The Donghaean Byeolsingut Preservation Society plans to provide an interesting and captivating performance during this festival, highlighting the local characteristics and charm of Pohang.

Enthusiasm for the Festival

Pohang’s Director of Culture and Arts expressed hope that this festival will be a stage enjoyed by people of all ages and emphasized the diverse potential of National Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Source: Newsis