Lee Da-hyun, a Korean traditional dance performer, expresses herself through her own elegant language. The way she dances - slow and restrained - may seem mysterious to western eyes but how she projects deep human emotions through her every movement makes her dance extremely graceful.
Lee has been dancing for 20 years by now and she says she wants to introduce Korean dance to the world stage.
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Korean Dance Busking in Dublin, Ireland
During my summer vacation at university, I embarked on a busking tour to create special memories while studying abroad. It is the most meaningful experience among my performances and can be considered my debut performance.
1. Court Dance *Chun Aeng Jun
This is a court dance created by Crown Prince Hyomyeong, inspired by the sound of orioles in the pear tree, expressing the joyous atmosphere.
2. Folk Dance *Tae Pyeong Mu
A dance performed to celebrate the king, queen, and the prosperity of the country, wishing for peace and harmony.
3. Creative Dance *Hye Yum - A Narcissus
A creative dance portraying the beauty and grace of a narcissus flower.
4. Creative Dance *Eternal Loyalty, Never Fading
This creative dance depicts the everlasting loyalty and undying spirit of Hyo and the story of Shim Cheong.
Planning, Direction, Choreography : Da-hyun Lee
Title: "Seoul: The City of Desire" & "Reinterpretation of Heungbujeon, Retrial"
#First Work - Seoul
In this city of desire, individuals who have set foot in the hustle and bustle manage to maintain balance and live their lives diligently.
#Second Work - Heungbujeon, Retrial
Reexamining the classic Korean tale of Heungbu and Nolbu, the pansori "Heungbujeon," from a contemporary perspective. Is Nolbu truly selfish, or is Heungbu lacking practicality? A reconsideration of values.