A musical clacking sound came from somewhere within the Nuribang, like castanets, but in a Middle Eastern setting. Carved stone and pseudo-ivory lined the walls. Ornate wall furnishings and decorations with carved elephants and embellishments towered over us on all sides. Led down the hall and asked to remove our shoes, the 9 women and James scuffled in our bare feet or socks to the room. Two large platform beds with oversized pillows and elaborate canopies filled the space. Three weaved cushions were scattered on the floor. A basket of tambourines and marracas sat at the front of the room.
On the beds were three thick books. It was time to get started. With a push of a few buttons, the ambience grew more exciting. Music came blaring out of the speakers, a few of the girls started to dance, and then one of the Korean teachers picked up the microphone and began to sing along! Yes, folks - a Nuribang is a private Karaoke room! Equipped with an excellent sound system, two screens, a mirrored wall, and... wait for it.... a laser light show! After the semiannual workshop for my school, my director took several staff members out for dinner, drinks, and a bit of self-created entertainment! He bailed on us partway through dinner, but left our Vice Director, James, there to pay the bills! The setting was hilarious since he was the only male! It was James and his harem, for sure.
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