TV 밖으로 옮겨간 코미디, 부산 무대엔 여전히 ‘개콘’이 있었다 At the international gathering, "Gag Concert" (1999-2020, 2023–) veterans drew both big crowds and laughs, as the industry's television legacy mixed with YouTube’s influence. 2026.8.28
Busan comedy festival honors late pioneer Jeon Yu-seong with laughter Comedians at the Busan International Comedy Festival celebrated the late Jeon Yu-seong's irreverent spirit, while the festival introduced an award in his name. 2026.8.26
Comedy has moved on from TV — but at Busan festival, TV hasn’t left the stage At the international gathering, "Gag Concert" (1999-2020, 2023–) veterans drew both big crowds and laughs, as the industry's television legacy mixed with YouTube’s influence. 2026.8.26
Busan International Comedy Festival opening ceremony tickets to go on sale on Thursday Tickets for the opening of the Busan International Comedy Festival (BICF) will be available from Thursday. The BICF will be held from Aug. 25 for 10 days, and comedians, including Nam Hyun-joon and Shin Bong-sun, will host the opening ceremony... 2023.7.20
9th Busan International Comedy Festival set for Aug. 20-29 The 9th Busan International Comedy Festival (BICF 2021) is back to offer some cheer amid the ‘corona blues,’ from Aug. 20 until the 29. BICF 2021 will feature performances from 13 local comedy groups, like “Bbangsongguk,” the masterminds behind... 2021.8.5
Busan International Comedy Festival to take on drive-in format The 8th Busan International Comedy Festival, which had been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will meet audiences through a drive-in theater from Oct. 17 to 20.The new format was established to ensure that the festival can be conducted ... 2020.10.8
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