Hanyang 토토사이트 로그인 (President Lee Ki-jeong) has initiated a joint musical project to promote cultural and artistic exchange between young artists from Korea and Canada.

Students from Hanyang University’s Department of Theatre and Film, along with those from the University of Saskatchewan’s Department of Drama, Capilano University’s Department of Theatre, and the First Nations University of Canada’s Department of Fine Arts, are collaborating to produce the original musical R;LINK in celebration of the 2024–2025 Korea–Canada Year of Cultural Exchange.

Based on the true story of Canadian soldiers playing ice hockey on the Imjin River during the Korean War, R;LINKportrays a narrative of unity beyond borders on the rink, promising to be a dynamic stage for young artists from both countries.

The launch ceremony, held on March 21 at the Canadian Battle Monument in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province, included a tribute and moment of silence for the fallen soldiers, a reenactment of the Battle of Gapyeong, and a creative presentation introducing the project's concept. More than 100 dignitaries from Korea and Canada attended the event, including Hanyang 토토사이트 로그인 President Lee Ki-jeong, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Yoo In-chon, Canadian Ambassador to Korea Tamara Mawhinney, President of the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange Park Chang-sik, and Gapyeong County Governor Seo Tae-won.

President Lee Ki-jeong remarked, “This project goes beyond artistic creation; it serves as a symbol of friendship and cooperation between our two nations, built upon a deep historical connection. I extend my support to the students participating in this collaborative effort.”

Professor Kwon Yong of Hanyang University’s Department of Theatre and Film, serving as the artistic director, stated, “Musical theatre is an interdisciplinary art form that thrives on collaboration. We will strive to ensure that the students’ teamwork and creativity shine on stage.”

The original musical R;LINK will premiere at the CKL Stage in Seoul on July 26 and 27, followed by performances at Capilano University’s BlueShore Theatre in Vancouver on August 15 and 16. The project is anticipated to foster historical empathy and cultural solidarity among the younger generation through artistic exchange.