About BPAM
The Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM) is a global platform that presents outstanding performing arts works while promoting distribution and exchange. It is a festival-style market where both industry professionals and the public can come together and enjoy.
Now in its fourth edition, BPAM will take place from October 1 to 7, 2026, centered around Dongseo University Centum Campus and Haeundae Cultural Center.
The event will showcase a diverse range of works across theater, dance, music, and multidisciplinary arts, and offer networking programs that bring together performing arts professionals from around the world, opening new possibilities for the industry.
2026 BPAM
Name
2026 Busan International Performing Arts Market (BPAM)
Performance
01
BPAM Opening
The opening ceremony and performance of BPAM
02
BPAM Official
- ChoiceThe official full-length performance invitation selection of BPAM
- ShowcaseThe official showcase selection of BPAM
03
BPAM Wave
- ProjectA showcase of Busan’s new works and international co-productions
- RisingPerformances created by or led by young artists from Busan
04
BPAM Next Stage
A showcase featuring works with strong potential
05
BPAM Link
Associated performances in Busan during BPAM
Networking
06
BPAM Connect
- BoothPlatform for Performing Arts Organizations: Promotion, Content Sharing, and Collaboration
- PitchingNetworking of Performing Arts Professionals
- Just 10 Minutes1:1 business meetings Performing arts groups delegates
- Next TalkSeminar on the Future Outlook and Distribution of Performing Arts
- Cheers!A Space for Connection and Communication among Performing Arts Groups, Delegates, and Artists
Performance
01
Street B
An experimental and creative street arts festival for artists
and the public