Gwangju Gongyeon Maru (광주광역시공연마루)

Gwangju Gongyeon Maru is a public performing arts venue operated by Gwangju Metropolitan City, dedicated to traditional Korean music and performing arts. Located in Gwangju — a city long regarded as a cultural heartland of Korea — the venue hosts regular performances of gugak, the umbrella term for Korean classical and folk music. Visitors can experience live traditional music in an accessible, city-run setting without the formality of larger national theaters. The venue is affiliated with the Gwangju city arts administration, making it a reliable entry point for those curious about Korean intangible cultural heritage through live performance.