AAPPAC 2025 Conference Daejeon

Join global leaders in arts and culture for three days of inspiring presentations,
collaborative workshops, and transformative networking opportunities.

The 2025 AAPPAC Conference will be held in Daejeon, the city at the heart of Korea. The theme of this year’s conference,
“From Local Inspiration to Global Influence,” underscores the global impact and contributions of Korea’s performing arts scene and theaters.
Through this conference, we look forward to sharing the success story of K-Culture
with our fellow AAPPAC members and exploring how global cohesion can be fostered through performing arts.

2025년 아팩 연례 총회가 한국의 중심 도시 대전에서 개최됩니다.
“From Local Inspiration to Global Influence”란 주제를 통해 한국의 공연예술계와 아트센터의 국제적 역할을 조명합니다.
이제는 하나의 대명사가 된 K-Culture의 성공 전략을 공유하고, 어떻게 우리가 공연예술을 통해 국제적으로 연결될 수 있는지 방안을 모색하는 자리가 될 것입니다.

Daejeon Arts Center

Daejeon Arts Center, located in the heart of Korea, is a leading cultural venue dedicated
to enriching citizens’ lives through diverse performances and arts education programs.
It promotes audience-centered productions, in-house operas and plays,
and regional cultural collaboration. The center also nurtures young talent
through various educational and performance training initiatives.

2003년 개관한 대전예술의전당은 연간 20여만명의 관람객이 찾는 종합예술공간이자 전문 기획공연장입니다. 국내‧외 유수 공연뿐만 아니라 수준 높은 제작 공연, 지역 예술인과의 협업과 새로운 시도를 통해
중부권 문화예술 중심으로서의 역할을 다하고 있습니다.

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Schedule

Three days of inspiring sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities

Oct. 20 Mon

Day -1

Oct. 21 Tue

DAY 1

Oct. 22 Wed

DAY 2

Oct. 23 Thur

DAY 3

Oct. 24 Fri

DAY 4

16 : 30 - 17 : 30
Meet & Greet
(New members)
Registration
17 : 30 - 19 : 00
Welcome reception
@DJAC Lobby
19 : 30 - 21 : 00
Performance (Optional)
08 : 30 - 09 : 00
Registration
09 : 00 - 12 : 00
Opening Ceremony & Opening Address
New Members Introduction
Keynote Speech
Tea Break & Networking
Session 1:
The Global Influence of K-Culture
@Ensemble Hall
Group Photo in front of DJAC
12 : 00 - 13 : 30
Lunch
13 : 30 - 17 : 30
Session 2:
Local Inspiration from the City of
Science, Daejeon
@Ensemble Hall
Showcase 1: X-Space
Tea Break & Networking
Venue Tour 1:
Cultural venues in Daejeon
17 : 30 - 19 : 00
Welcome Dinner
08 : 30 - 09 : 00
Registration
09 : 00 - 12 : 00
Connecting Series:
Pitch Session
@Ensemble Hall
12 : 00 - 13 : 30
Lunch
13 : 30 - 17 : 30
Session 3:
Breakout Session – Changing
Times and an Evolving Audience
@Art Hall Rehearsal Room
Showcase 2: Daejeon Artists
@Ensemble Hall
Tea Break & Networking
Venue Tour 2:
Cultural venues in Daejeon
17 : 30 - 19 : 00
Return to DJAC
19 : 30 - 21 : 00
Performance (Optional)
08 : 30 - 09 : 00
Registration
09 : 00 - 12 : 00
Session 4:
Connecting the World through
Performing Arts
@Ensemble Hall
Tea Break & Networking
Annual General Meeting
@Ensemble Hall
Associate Members Meeting
@Art Hall Rehearsal Room
12 : 00 - 13 : 30
Lunch
13 : 30 - 17 : 30
AAPPAC Dialogue
& Wrap Up
@Ensemble Hall
2026 Host Presentation
Tea Break & Networking
EXCO Meeting
@Convention Hall
17 : 30 - 19 : 00
Closing Reception
@DJAC Lobby
Optional Tour
(Seoul)

Performances

PerformaExperience the rich tapestry of Korean
and international performing arts throughout the conference durationnces

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    The Korea’s Mythological Story Told by Grandmother

    10.18.(Sat) 19:00

    An exciting tale of Korean mythology told on a wondrous stage decorated with traditional Korean hanji paper art, featuring a vibrant blend of traditional Korean music (gugak) and mask dancing (talchum).

    한지 공예가 있는 아기자기한 무대에 국악과 탈춤이 어우러져 흥미진진한 대한민국 신화 이야기

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    DJAC×KAIST Performance Lab [X-Space]

    10. 21.(Tue) 14:00

    A program that addresses the blurred boundaries of art in the age of AI, exploring the future of creativity through the lens of science.

    AI가 침입한 예술의 경계를 직시하고, 과학자의 시선으로 미래 예술을 논한다.

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    Missa in Tempore Belli & The Peacemakers

    10.22.(Wed) 19:30

    A program conceived to transcend the sorrow of war through music and express a heartfelt wish for peace across the world. This performance features The National Chorus of Korea, world-renowned soprano Hye Jung Lee, and tenor Seil Kim.

    전쟁의 비극이 초래하는 아픔을 음악적으로 승화시키고, 전 세계에 평화가 깃들기를 염원하고자 기획되었다. 한국을 대표하는 국립합창단과 세계적인 소프라노 이혜정, 김세일 등이 출연