Jaha Koo, a South Korean stage artist and composer, has been awarded the international Ibsen Prize, which is considered the world's highest theater award. His work is characterized by a unique blend of theater, music, video, and technology, creating performances that are both serene and profoundly political.

The jury chair, Ingrid Lorentzen, praised Koo's theater for its ability to address ideological noise while directly engaging with our shared human experiences. This recognition highlights Koo's significant impact on contemporary theater and his capacity to resonate with audiences through innovative storytelling methods.

The Ibsen Prize, amounting to 2.5 million Norwegian kroner, is awarded every two years, with the recipient publicly announced on March 20, Henrik Ibsen’s birthday. The award ceremony is set to take place at the National Theater on September 26, drawing attention to art that challenges and provokes thought within the realms of performance.