The opera is known for being North Korea's longest-running production, having been staged over 1,500 times, and is presented three to four times a week at Pyongyang's main theater. It is also sometimes performed abroad. The North Korean Opera Troupe, which was established in 1946, was renamed "Sea of Blood Opera Troupe" shortly after the opera's release in 1971.
The opera is renowned for being North Korea's longest-running production, having been performed over 1,500 times, and is staged three to four times a week at Pyongyang's main theater. It is also occasionally presented abroad. The North Korean Opera Troupe, founded in 1946, was renamed "Sea of Blood Opera Troupe" shortly after the opera's release in 1971.