Chosen by the Nobel Prize, beloved by the Man Booker — The Vegetarian blooms on stage.

A powerful performance at the 2025 Busan International Performing Arts Festival!
Korea Premiere – A special moment unfolding exclusively in Busan!

Experience The Vegetarian by Han Kang, a novel that captured the world’s attention, now reimagined on stage. This masterpiece of Korean literature has been transformed into an intense theatrical production through collaboration with Italy’s top directors.
This performance marks its Korean premiere, bringing the depth and striking imagery of the novel to life through a unique theatrical language.

"I had a dream."– This single sentence shatters everything.
Yeong-hye, an ordinary woman, suddenly refuses to eat meat, throwing her family and society into turmoil. Through the eyes of her husband, brother-in-law, and sister, we witness her transformation and the unraveling of relationships, as the stage delves into the deepest corners of the human psyche.

Directed by Daria Deflorian, a leading figure in the Italian theater scene, and performed by a stellar cast from Italy  this production delivers an extraordinary harmony of talent.
A visually striking and emotionally intense performance—exploring light and darkness, desire and madness, and the depths of human nature.
A stage that will shake your senses awaits you.

Daria Deflorian, one of Italy’s most distinguished directors, actors, and writers, has established a unique presence in the European theater scene with her meticulous interpretations and powerful directorial style.

Having collaborated with renowned directors such as Nanni Moretti and Mario Martone, she has also been recognized for her acting prowess, winning the Premio Ubu Award for Best Actress (2012)and the Premio Hystrio Award (2013).

As a director, Deflorian continuously pushes the boundaries between literature and theater, reality and fiction, exploring the complexities of human nature and social structures. With her evocative stage compositions and compelling narratives, she has crafted a distinctive theatrical language that resonates deeply with audiences, redefining contemporary theater with each new production.

In 2024, Deflorian brings The Vegetarian, a theatrical adaptation of Nobel laureate Han Kang’s The Vegetarian, to the stage. This production reinterprets the novel’s themes of human desire, societal constraints, and inner transformation through a modern theatrical lens. With its intense performances and striking stage design, La Vegetarianapromises to deliver a profoundly immersive and thought-provoking experience.