DOH NEWS: A New Chapter in Korea-China Opera Collaboration

This letter is for global theatre officials and audiences

2025. 5. 7.

DOH NEWSLETTER VOL.14

Greetings from the Daegu Opera House

From the heart of Korea to stages across Asia, DOH is entering a new era of cultural collaboration.

With deep-rooted connections around the world, we are committed to shaping a vibrant operatic future.

Let’s create the next act — together. 🤝

1️⃣ DOH establishes MOU with China's NCPA for cultural bonds

South Korea–China Opera Co-production Agreed

Daegu Opera House and China’s National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing have signed an MOU to mark the 2025–2026 Korea-China-Japan Cultural Exchange Years and the 35th anniversary of Korea-China diplomatic ties in 2027. The partnership includes Co-Productions, Repertoire Exchange, and Artist Collaboration from this year. Asia’s largest performing arts complex, also hosts the World Alliance of Performing Arts (WAPA), of which Daegu Opera House is a founding member. This agreement strengthens Korea’s global opera presence and paves the way for cultural cooperation in East Asia.

Both theatres are now accelerating preparations to premiere a joint opera production in 2026.

1️⃣ <Hänsel und Gretel> Returns in May

An Opera for Kidults with Courage and Wisdom

Daegu Opera House brings back its bestselling signature production Hänsel und Gretel this May for Family Month. This beloved fairy tale opera, featuring Humperdinck’s enchanting music, returns after last year’s enthusiastic response from kidults. This opera is already a hit — with 3 out of 4 performances sold out.

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3️⃣ Coming : 2025 Saaremaa Opera Festival, Estonia

JULY : The Sensation of K-OPERA Heritage in Estonia

Daegu Opera House will be the main theatre guest at the 2025 Saaremaa Opera Festival, hosted by Eesti Kontsert in Estonia from July 22-27. This milestone reflects the strong bond between Daegu and Tallinn as UNESCO Creative Cities of Music. DOH productions include Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, Sim Tjong, a Korean opera by Isang Yun, and 2 gala concerts: Korean Dance Gala & Opera Gala.