12th DIMF MUSICALSTAR
Korea’s Premier & Largest Youth Musical Competition
The Ultimate Gateway to the Professional Stage
A global celebration where the next generation of musical stars can ignite their passion, showcase their artistry, and transcend to the next level of greatness.
Korea’s Premier & Largest Youth Musical Competition
The Ultimate Gateway to the Professional Stage
A global celebration where the next generation of musical stars can ignite their passion, showcase their artistry, and transcend to the next level of greatness.
What can I get from the DIMF MusicalStar?
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Perform before industry elites and a global audience at the DIMF MusicalStar Finals in South Korea—your moment to shine on a world-class stage.
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Win significant cash prizes and secure your place in the international lineup of the Daegu International Musical Festival, gaining unparalleled global visibility.
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Receive direct, professional feedback from world-class musical directors across Korea and the globe, refining your craft with the best in the business.
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Unlock exclusive access to the Asian and North American musical theatre markets through our strategic industry network.
PROGRAM
Receive professional guidance from well-known Korean directors, music directors, and choreographers, covering role analysis, performance, vocal music, and dance—helping you embark on the path to becoming a professional musical theater performer.
Mentoring
Be a Star
Providing diverse stage experience at the internationally acclaimed DIMF, along with the chance to audition for leading and supporting roles In Well made DIMF's original musical 'After Life'
Star on stage
A senior-junior networking program where audiences can watch professional stage performances by actors discovered through DIMF MusicalStar, and aspiring musical actors can gain insights, knowledge, and experience from these performers.
MusicalStar concert
A muslcal gala concert with professional musical actors and DIMF MusicalStar awardees.
Global Opportunity
Winners will have the opportunity to showcase artistic achievements to Broadway professionals, and participate in masterclasses personally instructed by artistic teams represented by Broadway mentors based in New York.
Derived Variety Show
Customized variety shows will be produced for contestants. In collaboration with global platforms, we will jointly cultivate the future stars of musical theater.
Award
A total of over 6,700 contestant groups have participated,
and more than 1,100 emerging stars have been fostered, representing 10 countries worldwide
The Former DIMF MusicalStars
As the Official Partner of DIMF
we will provide technical and resource support for the 2026 DIMF MusicalStar Competition
across Greater China, Southeast Asia and North America
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Strategic Partner for New Reigon Development
“We hope many of you will join us in discovering and supporting the next generation of musical stars. “
Bae Sunghyuk
Executive Director of DIMF
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Collaborative Builder of Global Resource Networks
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Value Co-creator for Cross-cultural Connectivity
“Every year, meeting aspiring young actors with potential through the DIMF MusicalStar is both a delight and a source of wonder. ”
Nam Kyungju - Musical Actor
“Every year, meeting aspiring young actors with potential through the DIMF MusicalStar is both a delight and a source of wonder. ”
Nam Kyungju - Musical Actor
“If you love musical, if you want to have some challenges, or enjoy the process during the competition, you should come.”
Yang Liang- Musical Actor
The 2025(11st) DIMF MuscialStar-China region‘s First Prize
“If you love musical, if you want to have some challenges, or enjoy the process during the competition, you should come.”
Yang Liang- Musical Actor
The 2025(11st) DIMF MuscialStar-China region‘s First Prize
“Whenever I face a slump while working on different productions, I think back to the version of myself who prepared for DIMF MusicalStar. ”
Jo Hwanji - Musical Actor
The 1st DIMF MuscialStar Grand Prize
“Whenever I face a slump while working on different productions, I think back to the version of myself who prepared for DIMF MusicalStar. ”
Jo Hwanji - Musical Actor
The 1st DIMF MuscialStar Grand Prize
Interviews From 11th DIMF MusicalStar Finalists
Joo Yeri
Soi Style Team
Yang Hoeseong
Baek Minyoung
Kim Jingyeom
Cho Haneul
Park Jeongyun
Baek Jiwoo
Kim Taerin
Han Eunbin
History of Development
