Junhyuk S.
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Hey, let me share a quick thought with you.
If you ever find yourself near Gwanghwamun, take a moment to walk by the Sejong Center. And if you already have a ticket in hand, even better. You are about to step into one of Korea’s most meaningful performance halls.
Sejong Center has long been considered a symbol of Korean performing arts. When it opened in 1978, its pipe organ was the largest in Asia. Back in Europe, pipe organs were a way for cities to show their pride and prosperity, and Sejong Center carried that same spirit here in Seoul.
Sure, some people might say it is not the most modern venue anymore. And they would not be completely wrong. But this place holds memories. It has watched generations grow up, quietly standing its ground while the city changed around it. That kind of history matters.
Personally, I have spent some memorable nights here. I watched THE GREATEST: Thrill with Jeong Dong-ha and Sohyang in September 2023, Universal Ballet’s The Nutcracker in December 2023, and Chung Myung-Whun conducting Beethoven’s Ninth with the KBS Symphony at the end of 2025. Since it is a multipurpose hall, you might not always get the same powerful acoustics as a dedicated concert hall, especially for classical music. Still, the experience feels special every time.
Getting there is easy. Just hop on Seoul Subway Line 5 and get off at Gwanghwamun Station. One small thing to note, though. There is no traditional cloakroom. Instead, you will find unmanned lockers on the second floor. They work, but the touch screen can be a little tricky. Maybe it is just me getting older.
The box office is on the first floor, and there are kiosks if you already bought your ticket. You will also spot vending machines for water on each floor, which always comes in handy.
One last tip. The Grand Theater usually opens about two hours before the performance for security reasons, and audiences are allowed into the hall about thirty minutes before the show starts.
Take your time, soak it in, and enjoy the moment.
