WHAT:           "Asia After Dark: Korea Seoul Train"

WHEN:           Sat., June 8

                          7-11 p.m. 

WHERE:         Smithsonian's Freer Gallery of Art

                         1150 Independence Ave. S.W.

WHO:             Performances by Action Drawing HERO and DJ Asu Rock

TICKETS:        General Admission: $25 Advance | $30 Door

                          Silk Road Society: $15 Advance | $20 Door

                          Ticket includes one free drink     

The first "Asia After Dark" of 2013 kicks off with a night aboard the Korean pop-culture soul train. On Sat., June 8, 7-11 p.m., the Freer Gallery of Art transforms into a Korean contemporary cultural hub showcasing a fusion of Korean pop music, fashion, art, food, and digital experimentation.

Special guests include Korea's performance group Action Drawing HERO and Washington, D.C.-based DJ Asu Rock, who is noted for bringing K-pop music to the U.S. Action Drawing HERO will perform a live-art performance piece that synthesizes K-pop beats with synchronized dance, mime and comedy.

In addition to hosting live performances, the evening will provide opportunities for guests to participate in an variety of Korean pop culture-inspired activities including: K-bling jewelry and accessory-making; a dress-up photo studio with Korean costumes and props; and an interactive dance arcade game: "Pump it Up: Fiesta 2." They can also learn more about the artwork on view through a curator-led tour, an iPad experimentation station unveiling the new "Collecting Korea" iPad app; and interactive Instagram projections.

"Asia After Dark: Korea Seoul Train" is presented in association with the Korean Cultural Center, Washington, D.C. Additional support is provided by the Korean Tourism Organization.

Media should RSVP to PressAsia@si.edu and notify staff in advance of any recording and filming needs. Requests for one-on-one interviews must be made in advance with the museum's press office.

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