The Gwangju Theater, located on Chungjang-ro in Gwangju's Dong-gu, is under consideration for registration as a national cultural heritage site.
On October 12, the Cultural Heritage Administration announced that it plans to propose the Gwangju Theater, along with the former Yuyu Industrial Anyang Factory (including the factory building, research building, and guardhouse), the former Daejeon Public Hall, and the former Japanese aircraft hangar at Jeju Mosulpo Altteur Airfield for national cultural heritage registration.
Established in 1935 with national capital, the Gwangju Theater served as a cultural space for Koreans during the Japanese occupation and has remained a cultural venue for Gwangju citizens to this day.
It is recognized for its historical and cultural significance as the only remaining single-screen theater in the country.
Despite the shift towards large multiplex cinemas, the Gwangju Theater continues to maintain its single-screen format.
The Cultural Heritage Administration will accept public opinions for 30 days following the announcement and will decide on the registration after a review by the National Heritage Committee.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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