This play, which has been handed down in Dongnae, Busan, is associated with the work of fishing and songs sung by fishermen while working.
The lyrics of the songs are divided according to specific parts of fishing work – deploying nets in the sea, withdrawing the nets, and celebrating a good catch. The melody is Kwaejina chingching nane, which is frequently sung in the Gyeongsang-do area, for all. People carry flags during the festival, publicizing the festival, praying for a good catch, and displaying a phoenix.
This play combines songs sung by fishermen while working or celebrating a good catch and women’s group play. The Fishing Village Festival of the Left Naval Headquarters of Gyeongsang-do was the country’s only fishing operation cooperative which could boast a long history and tradition.