Gombaengiteotda (곰뱅이텄다) is the 2026 resident show of the Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Pungmul Troupe (안성 남사당바우덕이 풍물단). It runs every Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM from April 4 to November 29, 2026, at the Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall in Bogae-myeon, Anseong, Gyeonggi-do. Each show lasts about 90 minutes. Tickets cost 12,000 KRW (~$9 USD) for adults, 6,000 KRW (~$4 USD) for youth and 3,000 KRW (~$2 USD) for children. In one sitting you’ll see all six acts of Namsadang Nori, a traditional Korean folk performance.
What Is the Anseong Namsadang Performance Gombaengiteotda?
Anseong City has staged this resident Namsadang performance since 2003, and it has become one of the city’s signature cultural programs. The Anseong City Namsadang Baudeogi Pungmul Troupe performs it. The 2026 show, Gombaengiteotda, has the subtitle “The Joy of the Marketplace Shakes Up Gyeongbokgung!” It takes the six core acts of Namsadang Nori and presents them in a modern way.
The show opens with pungmul, a lively folk band led by the taepyeongso (a Korean double-reed horn) and the kkwaenggwari (a small gong). After that come eoreum, tightrope walking on a rope 3 meters off the ground; beona, the art of spinning bowls; and salpan, a run of acrobatic tumbling. There’s no age limit, so the whole family can come.
2026 Anseong Namsadang Performance Schedule and Venue
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Run | 2026-04-04 ~ 2026-11-29 |
| Days & time | Every Saturday and Sunday, 14:00–15:30 |
| Running time | About 90 minutes |
| Venue | Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall |
| Address | 198-2 Namsadang-ro, Bogae-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do (postal code 17508) |
| Age rating | All ages |
| Inquiries | 031-678-2518 |
| Host & organizer | Anseong City |
The organizers say the schedule may change depending on the troupe’s circumstances. Check the official website before you go.
The Six Acts of Namsadang Nori: What You’ll See
Gombaengiteotda is built around the six acts (madang) of Anseong’s Namsadang Nori.
| Act | What it is |
|---|---|
| Pungmul | Upbeat rhythms and dance played on the taepyeongso, kkwaenggwari, jing (large gong), janggu (hourglass drum), buk (barrel drum) and sogo (small hand drum) |
| Eoreum | A comic tightrope act: performers show off stunts and trade witty banter on a rope 3 m high and 10 m long |
| Beona | Spinning objects such as sieve rims or bowls on cherry-wood sticks, tobacco pipes and similar props |
| Salpan | Tumbling-style acrobatics performed with nothing but the body |
| Deotboegi | A mask play whose name comes from the phrase “wearing a mask and looking again” |
| Deolmi | A traditional puppet play, named for the way puppeteers hold the carved wooden puppets by the nape of the neck |
Anseong Namsadang Performance Ticket Prices and Discounts
| Category | Age | Individual | Group (20+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 19 and older | 12,000 KRW (~$9 USD) | 10,000 KRW (~$7 USD) |
| Youth | 13 to 18 | 6,000 KRW (~$4 USD) | 5,000 KRW (~$4 USD) |
| Child | 5 to 12 | 3,000 KRW (~$2 USD) | 2,000 KRW (~$1.50 USD) |
- Group rates: These apply when 20 or more paying visitors in the same category enter together for the same purpose.
- Free admission: Infants aged 4 and under get in free with a guardian. They don’t get their own seat, though. If you want a seat for them, pay the child rate.
50% Discount
- Anseong residents, senior citizens (64 and older), basic livelihood security recipients, single-parent families
- People with severe disabilities plus one companion; people with mild disabilities (the individual only)
- National merit recipients and similar
- Families with two or more children whose youngest is 18 or under
- Enlisted military and police personnel, social service personnel, foreign military personnel, and people with Agent Orange–related conditions
Cancellation and Refunds
| When you cancel | Refund |
|---|---|
| 7 days before the show | 100% |
| 4–6 days before | 80% |
| 1–3 days before | 70% |
| Show day (tickets booked that same day) | 100% |
| Show day (tickets booked earlier) | 50% |
How to Book Anseong Namsadang Performance Tickets
You can book online through NOL Ticket (Interpark). The “Book a Performance” button on the official website takes you to the same listing.
- NOL Ticket: https://nol.yanolja.com/ticket/products/26013721
- Interpark Ticket: https://tickets.interpark.com/goods/26013721
You can also buy tickets at the venue. Groups of 20 or more should book by phone at 031-678-2518.
How to Get to the Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall
The official directions list two ways to get there: city bus and car.
| Mode | Route | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| City bus 15-1 (bound for Sangnam / Bukjwa-ri) | Board in front of Insam Nonghyup (the ginseng cooperative) → Seongmo Hospital entrance → Bongsan Rotary → Namsadang Performance Hall | About 25 min |
| Car | Gyeongbu Expressway, Anseong IC → turn left as soon as you exit the tunnel → Agricultural Technology Center → Namsadang Performance Hall | – |
- Bus 15-1 departure times: 06:30, 10:20, 13:20, 15:30, 18:10, 20:40
- The official guide suggests asking the driver as you board whether the bus stops at the Namsadang Performance Hall.
- For the 2 PM show, take the 10:20 or 13:20 bus. The 13:20 bus arrives about 25 minutes later, which may be tight if you want to be seated 10 minutes before the show starts, as the venue asks.
Tips Before You Go
- Be seated 10 minutes before the show starts. The official audience guidelines ask for this.
- No photos or videos. Keep your phone switched off during the performance.
- No food or drinks. You also can’t change seats once the show has started.
- Bring proof for discounts. If you qualify for the 50% discount (Anseong resident, senior, multi-child family and so on), bring documents that show it.
- International visitors should have a translation app ready. The venue’s website has no English page, and this show’s page on the Korea Tourism Organization’s English site is only in Korean.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Anseong Namsadang Nori resident performance held?
It runs every Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM from April 4 to November 29, 2026. Each show runs from 14:00 to 15:30. The schedule may change depending on the troupe’s circumstances, so check the official website before you visit.
How long is the show?
About 90 minutes. It starts at 2 PM and ends at 3:30 PM.
How much are tickets for the Namsadang performance, and who gets a discount?
Individual tickets cost 12,000 KRW (~$9 USD) for adults, 6,000 KRW (~$4 USD) for youth and 3,000 KRW (~$2 USD) for children. Anseong residents, seniors aged 64 and older, basic livelihood security recipients, single-parent families, people with disabilities, national merit recipients and multi-child families, among others, get 50% off. Groups of 20 or more pay 10,000 KRW (~$7 USD) per adult, 5,000 KRW (~$4 USD) per youth and 2,000 KRW (~$1.50 USD) per child.
Where can I book tickets for the Anseong Namsadang performance?
Book online through NOL Ticket (Interpark). You can also buy tickets at the venue, and groups of 20 or more can reserve by phone at 031-678-2518.
Which bus goes to the Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall?
Take city bus 15-1 (bound for Sangnam / Bukjwa-ri). From the stop in front of Insam Nonghyup the ride takes about 25 minutes. It’s a good idea to confirm with the driver that the bus goes to the Namsadang Performance Hall.
Can young children watch for free?
Yes. Infants aged 4 and under get in free with a guardian. They don’t get a seat, though. If you want one for them, pay the child rate of 3,000 KRW (~$2 USD).
Can I take photos or videos during the show?
No. Under the official audience guidelines, photos and videos aren’t allowed during the performance, and phones must be switched off.
Is there an English guide or English information?
No official English information has been confirmed. The venue’s website has no English page, so international visitors should use a translation app.
Can I get a refund if I cancel my booking?
Yes. Cancel 7 days before the show for a full refund. You get 80% back if you cancel 4–6 days before and 70% if you cancel 1–3 days before. On the day of the show, tickets booked that same day are refunded in full, and tickets booked earlier are refunded 50%.
