The 14th Busan International Comedy Festival (BICF) (hereinafter 'BICF') is coming to Busan in August with abundant attractions.
The 14th 'BICF' will be held throughout Busan from August 21 to August 30. This festival features diverse planning that illuminates the history and present of Korean comedy, creating a meaningful opportunity to retrace the footsteps of the comedy industry.
#Announcing the 'Return of the Legends'! Special planning containing the history and meaning of comedy!
The core keyword is 'Return of the Legends,' with stages showcasing both the past and present of Korean comedy in one place. Including the longest-running program 'Gag Concert' stage, 'Gal-Gal Gag Concert: Return of the Legend' featuring Park Jun-hyung, Shim Hyun-sub, Park Sung-ho, Lim Hyuk-pil, Park Young-jin, and Kim Ji-hye offers nostalgic moments.
Additionally, 'Kim Hak-rae and Lee Yong-sik's Grand Chaos Talk Show' commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of comedy master Ko Bong-seo and 'Jeon Yoo-sung Show Without Jeon Yoo-sung' honoring Jeon Yoo-sung's unique spirit illuminate artistic value and historical significance.
#'Beyond Domestic to International' Diverse Performances Transcending Genres and Borders!
A lineup transcending genres and borders as well as audience-friendly programs are also prepared. Various genres including stand-up, monologues, sketches, non-verbal, musical comedy, and talk shows broaden the range of choices. Through international performances such as 'Mime de Lyon' and 'Double,' where FISM World Magic Champion Nober Perré and comedy magician Kim Min-hyung perform jointly, the essence of global comedy and the competitiveness of K-comedy will be showcased.
#14th 'BICF', Laying the Foundation for Leap as Asia's Comedy Hub
'BICF,' Asia's first international comedy festival, has contributed to spreading comedy culture over the past 14 years. Continuing talent development in partnership with local universities initiated from 2024, plans are underway to establish a dedicated theater in the future to build a foundation connecting creation, education, and production. Furthermore, by creating an environment enabling production and distribution, Busan will be positioned as a hub of the K-comedy industry and leap forward as an Asian comedy hub.
The 14th 'BICF' will be held for ten days from August 21 to August 30, and tickets can be reserved through NOL Interpark.
