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#MeToo Movement Pushing for Change in Performing Arts Industry

SEOUL, March 6 (Korea Bizwire) — Allegations of sexual misbehaviors levied against esteemed directors and thespians brought forth from South Korea’s #MeToo movement have caused the performing arts industry to close down shows and modify aspects of productions deemed insensitive in the current climate. In a show of support for #MeToo, theater goers have expressed [...]

Famed Theatrical Director on Temporary Travel Ban Amid Sexual Allegations

SEOUL, March 5 (Korea Bizwire) – Lee Youn-taek, a renowned theatrical director and writer, has been placed under a temporary travel ban, police said Monday, as part of a probe into growing allegations that he sexually assaulted numerous female junior colleagues. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency said the travel ban on Lee is effective for [...]