By Honorary Reporter Dhanisa Kamila from Indonesia
Photos = Dhanisa Kamila

Commemorating the second anniversary of the opening of the former presidential compound of Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul, KBS on May 7 hosted a concert at the venue under the theme "K-culture with the World."

From 7-9 p.m., a long list of well-known artists went on stage to deliver outstanding performances. I was invited to attend by Korea.net as an Honorary Reporter.

Visitors were advised to use public transportation and arrive early there to collect their tickets. Due to a rain forecast, the original camping chairs were replaced with regular ones. 

This sign is placed at the entrance of the concert venue at Cheong Wa Dae.

Under cloudy skies, the event began with light rain but the staff were well-prepared and provided raincoats for the audience to watch the show comfortably. Welcoming kits filled with snacks, water and small blankets to keep warm were also included. 

The rain didn't seem to bother the audience and soon it stopped raining.

The first performance by ADG7 with cheerful and bright colors

TAGO performs traditional percussion at the concert.

The show started with a quick opening ceremony followed by performances by traditional and contemporary artists including Heize, SG Wannabe, Kim Min-seok of MeloMance, Danny Koo, LA POEM, BOYNEXTDOOR, Vromance, STAYC, ADG7, Cho Mingyu and TAGO. Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Yu In Chon also greeted the audience with a speech. 

The performances were set against the backdrop of Cheong Wa Dae, offering magnificent views of the signature blue tiles of the main office building.

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Yu In Chon greets the spectators.

msjeon22@korea.kr

*This article is written by a Korea.net Honorary Reporter. Our group of Honorary Reporters are from all around the world, and they share with Korea.net their love and passion for all things Korean.