Table of Contents
- A Wave of Global Performing Arts in Busan
- Official Selections and Major Works
- Performance Schedule and Venues
- Ticket Booking and Admission Prices
- International Exchange and Local Creation/Production Projects
- Conclusion: Meeting the Future of Performing Arts in Busan this September
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A Wave of Global Performing Arts in Busan
From September 24 to 28, the 「2025 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM)」 will be held throughout Busan.
This event, under the slogan ‘A New Wave of Performing Arts,’ will feature over 100 outstanding works from both domestic and international artists, including 26 official selections.
The BPAM, held in several venues in the city center, such as the Busan Cultural Center, Citizens' Hall, and Haeundae Cultural Center, is considered a must-experience festival of performing arts this autumn in Busan, drawing a great deal of anticipation from audiences.
Official Selections and Major Works
The four "BPAM Choices," selected by the BPAM artistic directors, are highly anticipated by audiences.
First, in the multidisciplinary field, there is the non-verbal emotional play "Bill's 44th Birthday," presented by a puppet artist from the USA. This work, rich in emotion, promises a special experience for viewers.
In the theater category, the play "Son, Mother, and Father: Sitting at the Table in Silence for a Long Time," performed by the Zagreb Youth Theatre from Croatia, captures complex emotions within families.
In the music sector, "Jangdansori: Section" by Kim In-soo and the Korean Traditional Jazz Society breaks down the boundaries between traditional Korean music and jazz, showcasing new attempts.
Lastly, the contemporary dance piece "Parsalia" by the Antonio Ruiz Company from Spain highlights the essence of modern dance. Unique works from various fields are waiting for the audience.
A variety of programs are planned, including 22 showcases and performances of local creation and production projects. In addition, the street art festival "BPAM Street" and high-quality repertoire performances in Busan's private theaters will also take place. These events will contribute to enhancing cultural diversity.
List of Official Selections for the 2025 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM)
| NO. | Program | Genre | Group Name | Title | Remarks |
| 1 | Choice | Multidisciplinary | Dorothy James & Andy Manjerc | Bill's 44th Birthday | USA |
| 2 | Showcase | Multidisciplinary | Justin Talplasido Shoulder | Carry On | Australia |
| 3 | Showcase | Multidisciplinary | Iljangilttan Company | Sudden Departure | South Korea |
| 4 | Showcase | Multidisciplinary | Watanabe Akira | Juggling Theatre | Japan |
| 5 | Showcase | Multidisciplinary | El Illusion | Lumeno | South Korea |
| 6 | Showcase | Multidisciplinary | Ongal's Company | Ongal's Show | South Korea |
| 7 | Showcase | Multidisciplinary | Umbilical Brothers | The Distraction | Australia |
| 8 | Choice | Theater | Zagreb Youth Theatre | Son, Mother and Father: Sitting at the Table in Silence for a Long Time | Croatia |
| 9 | Showcase | Theater | Acting Company, Audience, and Space | Anne Frank | South Korea |
| 10 | Showcase | Theater | Choin Company | Spray | South Korea |
| 11 | Showcase | Theater | Clown Chula - Gabriela Munoz | Maybe,... Perhaps | Mexico |
| 12 | Showcase | Theater | (Foundation) Busan Cultural Center | Romeo and Juliet | South Korea |
| 13 | Showcase | Theater | Play Club | Dried Pepper and Peach-scented Lipstick | South Korea |
| 14 | Choice | Music | Kim In-soo and Korean Traditional Jazz Society | Jangdansori: Section | South Korea |
| 15 | Showcase | Music | Our Percussion | Mash-Up | South Korea |
| 16 | Showcase | Music | Crane | Dance of the Wind | South Korea |
| 17 | Showcase | Music | Samindonglak Duo | Endless Journey | France |
| 18 | Showcase | Music | Art Platform Lab | More is Better | South Korea |
| 19 | Showcase | Music | Country Craft | Country Craft Concert | South Korea |
| 20 | Choice | Dance | Antonio Ruiz Company | Parsalia | Spain |
| 21 | Showcase | Dance | Seoul Gyobang | Kyeol | South Korea |
| 22 | Showcase | Dance | Modern Dance Troupe Free | Hidden Silence | South Korea |
| 23 | Showcase | Dance | Modern Table | Meditation | South Korea |
| 24 | Showcase | Dance | Company Danjak | Universe | Japan |
| 25 | Showcase | Dance | Ryu Jang-hyun and Friends | Gravity | South Korea |
| 26 | Showcase | Dance | Dep Dance Project | "Hello World"; | South Korea |
Performance Schedule and Venues
The event schedule will be held from September 24 to September 28, 2025.
Main performance venues include the Busan Cultural Center, Busan Citizens' Hall, Haeundae Cultural Center, Busan Eurasia Platform, Kyungsung University, Haeundae Beach, and KT&G Sangsam Madang Busan.
This will be a great opportunity to enjoy a variety of cultural performances.
Official selections will perform at the cultural center, while the street art festival will be conducted in Haeundae Beach and downtown squares, directly engaging with citizens. Specific schedules and cast information for each performance can be found on the BPAM official website.
Ticket Booking and Admission Prices
Tickets will be available for online reservation on the BPAM official website starting Monday, August 18.
The ticket price for the full-length performance, Choice, is 20,000 won, while the showcase package is offered at 5,000 won.
Single showcase performances are 3,000 won, and street art and related performances may vary in price, some are free.
| Category | Main Content | Number of Works | Ticket Price | |
| Opening Performance | A performance restructured in a gala format, selecting representative works from official selections | 1 piece | 20,000 won (anticipated) | |
| Official | Choice | Official full-length performance of the Busan International Performing Arts Market | 4 pieces | 20,000 won |
| Showcase | Official selected showcases at the Busan International Performing Arts Market (※If two or more works are performed in succession, they will be sold as a package.) | 22 pieces | 5,000 won (package) 3,000 won (single) | |
| Wave | Project | Showcases for developing Busan's representative performing arts works | 4 pieces | - |
| Pick | Outstanding repertoire performances planned or produced at private performance venues in Busan | 10 pieces | Varies by performance | |
| Show Up | Performances produced by young artists in Busan | About 5 pieces | - | |
| Street | A street art festival enjoyed by artists and citizens together | 31 pieces | Free | |
| Link | Performances linked to local events taking place in Busan in September | TBD | Varies by performance | |
The reservation procedure is as follows. First, visit the BPAM website and go to the Curious reservation page. Select the desired performance and proceed with payment. After completing the payment, a QR ticket will be received via KakaoTalk. On the day of the performance, you can enter by scanning the QR code.
Discount benefits apply under various conditions. Discounts of up to 50% are available for persons with disabilities, veterans, seniors over 65 years old, families with multiple children, basic livelihood recipients, and the near-poor. Additionally, holders of the Cultural Nuri Card and Artist Pass Card are also eligible for discounts.
International Exchange and Local Creation/Production Projects
This BPAM has significance beyond being a mere performance festival. It is developing into an exchange platform for international performing arts. In collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism's
Moreover, a new initiative for local creation and production projects will support the production costs of four new works being created in Busan. Additionally, ten excellent performances from the region will be staged, providing opportunities to reach a global stage.
Conclusion: Meeting the Future of Performing Arts in Busan this September
The 2025 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM) is an urban festival where citizens, artists, and industry stakeholders can enjoy performances beyond distribution.
This event will provide a unique opportunity to experience a variety of performances from both domestic and international stages in one place and will be an excellent chance to watch high-quality performances at reasonable prices.
We encourage you to experience the present and future of performing arts together in Busan this autumn.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When and where will the 2025 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM) be held?
BPAM will be held from September 24 to 28, 2025, throughout Busan.
The 2025 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM) will be held from September 24 to 28 at several venues and outdoor locations in Busan. Major venues include the Busan Cultural Center, Citizens' Hall, Haeundae Cultural Center, Busan Eurasia Platform, Kyungsung University, Haeundae Beach, KT&G Sangsam Madang Busan, and more. Various genres of performances will be experienced at diverse locations, offering cultural enjoyment.
Q. What performances are included in the official selections of BPAM?
There will be 26 official selections and over 100 outstanding works from domestic and international artists.
BPAM showcases around 100 domestic and international performances, including 26 official selections under the slogan ‘A New Wave of Performing Arts.’ Four of the 'BPAM Choices' among the official selections have garnered special attention, featuring innovative and touching works such as non-verbal puppetry from the USA, a family drama from Croatia, Korean traditional jazz, and contemporary dance from Spain.
Q. How can I book tickets for BPAM, and what are the prices?
Tickets can be booked online from the official website starting August 18, with prices ranging from 3,000 won to 20,000 won.
Tickets can be reserved online via the BPAM official website starting August 18, 2025. The full-length performance, Choice, costs 20,000 won, while the showcase package is 5,000 won, and individual showcases are 3,000 won. Street art and related performances may be free or have varied pricing. After payment, a QR ticket will be sent via KakaoTalk, which can be scanned for entry on the day of the performance.
Q. Who is eligible for discount benefits at BPAM?
Persons with disabilities, veterans, seniors, and families with multiple children can receive up to a 50% discount.
Eligible parties for discounts include persons with disabilities, veterans, seniors over 65 years old, families with multiple children, basic livelihood recipients, and near-poor individuals, entitling them to discounts of up to 50%. Additionally, holders of the Cultural Nuri Card and Artist Pass Card can also receive discounts. Detailed discount conditions can be checked on the BPAM official website.
Q. Does BPAM have significance beyond a simple performance festival?
Yes, it functions as an international exchange platform and supports local creation projects.
BPAM has evolved into a platform for domestic and international performing arts exchange beyond being just a festival. In connection with the K-Fellowship program by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, around 100 overseas performing arts professionals will visit Busan, alongside supporting the creation of new productions from local talents and providing opportunities to present excellent domestic performances on the world stage. This contributes to establishing Busan as a global performing arts hub.