Seoul’s Top Orchestra Sees Open Revolt Against Conductor

“Musicians in crucial chairs of the KBS Symphony Orchestra have either walked out or been dismissed … Others are donning protest T-shirts and offering subpar work during practices and even some performances.” The players insist that conductor Hahm Shinik is incompetent, unable to identify different instruments or out-of-tune playing.

BBC Launches New Radio Drama Awards

“The BBC Audio Drama Awards will be held in January next year, and will feature categories including best audio drama, best actor and actress in an audio drama, and best scripted comedy drama. There will also be awards for best online only audio drama, best supporting actor or actress in an audio drama and best adaptation, as well as one for best use of sound in an audio drama.”