The Korea Arts Council (Arts Council Korea) announced on the 10th that Choi Ho Jong, winner of Mnet’s dance survival program Stage Fighter, has been appointed as the ambassador for the 2024 Performing Arts Creation Centerpiece: New Works of the Year.
According to the Arts Council, Choi’s rise as an icon of Korean dance (K-dance) aligns with the spirit of the Creation Centerpiece initiative, which supports creative works in foundational arts. Choi accepted the role enthusiastically, demonstrating his commitment to promoting the essence of Korean dance and performing arts.
Choi Ho Jong is renowned for his achievements in dance. He won the prestigious Dong-A Dance Competition and became the youngest principal dancer to join the National Dance Company of Korea in 2016. Over his eight-year tenure, he starred in leading roles that showcased the beauty and power of traditional Korean dance. Recently, his appearance on Stage Fighter introduced broader audiences to the elegance of Korean dance, driving the growing global fascination with K-dance.
Choi will attend the Creation Centerpiece’s integrated press conference on December 16 to officially begin his ambassadorship. His role will involve advocating for the initiative’s mission and participating in promotional activities.
The Creation Centerpiece is the Arts Council's flagship program, designed to discover and support exceptional new works in core performing arts fields, including theater, musical theater, dance, music, opera, and traditional arts. For its 2024 season, the program has selected 31 outstanding pieces that will be staged from January to March.
Through this initiative, the Arts Council aims to nurture innovative artistic talent and provide audiences with opportunities to experience diverse, high-quality performances. Choi’s ambassadorship is expected to enhance the program’s visibility and inspire greater public interest in foundational performing arts.
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The Korea Arts Council (Arts Council Korea) announced on the 10th that Choi Ho Jong, winner of Mnet’s dance survival program Stage Fighter, has been appointed as the ambassador for the 2024 Performing Arts Creation Centerpiece: New Works of the Year.
According to the Arts Council, Choi’s rise as an icon of Korean dance (K-dance) aligns with the spirit of the Creation Centerpiece initiative, which supports creative works in foundational arts. Choi accepted the role enthusiastically, demonstrating his commitment to promoting the essence of Korean dance and performing arts.
Choi Ho Jong is renowned for his achievements in dance. He won the prestigious Dong-A Dance Competition and became the youngest principal dancer to join the National Dance Company of Korea in 2016. Over his eight-year tenure, he starred in leading roles that showcased the beauty and power of traditional Korean dance. Recently, his appearance on Stage Fighter introduced broader audiences to the elegance of Korean dance, driving the growing global fascination with K-dance.
Choi will attend the Creation Centerpiece’s integrated press conference on December 16 to officially begin his ambassadorship. His role will involve advocating for the initiative’s mission and participating in promotional activities.
The Creation Centerpiece is the Arts Council's flagship program, designed to discover and support exceptional new works in core performing arts fields, including theater, musical theater, dance, music, opera, and traditional arts. For its 2024 season, the program has selected 31 outstanding pieces that will be staged from January to March.
Through this initiative, the Arts Council aims to nurture innovative artistic talent and provide audiences with opportunities to experience diverse, high-quality performances. Choi’s ambassadorship is expected to enhance the program’s visibility and inspire greater public interest in foundational performing arts.
