Richard Yongjae O'Neill Baroque Concert with AMK `Mysterioso'
Seoul Arts Center
Feb. 27
Violist Richard Yongjae O'Neill will hold a Baroque concert with internationally renowned ensemble Alte Musik Koln. O'Neill will switch his original instrument for a traditional baroque viola. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.credia.co.kr or call (02) 751-9606~10. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Kim Won Piano Recital
Feb. 21
Pianist Kim Won will offer various classic works including Symphonic Etudes Op.13, and the Three Movements from Petrouchka, considered as being among the most difficult pieces. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 541-6235. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Big Concert with Seoul Chamber Orchestra
Feb. 1
The Seoul Chamber Orchestra, led by Ralf Gothoni, will perform works of Haydn, Sallinen and Rossini, with cellist Arto Noras and clarinetist Michel Lethiec as special guests. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 90,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 592-5728. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Yundi Li Piano Recital
Feb. 18
Chinese pianist Yundi Li hosts a piano recital after a six-year absence. He is best known as the youngest winner of the International Frederick Chopin Piano Competition, a feat he accomplished at the age of 18 in 2000. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 318-4301. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra Concert for Helping Children in North Korea
Jan. 18
The Korean Committee for UNICEF and the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Korean maestro Chung Myung-whun, will host a concert to help children in North Korea. Cellist Chung Myung-hwa will join as a special guest. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 735-2310. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Suh Hai-kyung's `Night and Dream'
World-renowned pianist Suh Hai-kyung hosts her recital ``Night and Dream.'' She will offer various classic works including Barcarolle, Wiegenlied and Nocturne. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 80,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3461-0976. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Vienna Boys Choir's New Year Concert
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Jan. 22
The Vienna Boys Choir, one of the best-known choirs in the world, is having a New Year concert in Seoul. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.credia.co.kr or call (02) 751-9606-10. Located near exit 3 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2, or exit 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Song Young-hoon & Andrius Zlabys Concert
Seongnam Arts Center
March 15
Cellist Song Young-hoon and pianist Andrius Zlabys will offer classic pieces of Rachmaninoff and Shostakovich. It's the first time for the two artists to be performing together for local fans. Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2658-3546. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Vienna Strauss Festival Orchestra New Year Concert
Jan. 20
The Vienna Strauss Festival Orchestra will hold a New Year concert with internationally renowned popera singer Rose Jang. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit www.vincero.co.kr or call (02) 599-5743. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Kim Sung-hee Piano Recital
Jan. 31
Pianist Kim Sung-hee will offer various tunes including those by R. Schumann and J. Brahms. All tickets cost 10,000 won. For more information, call (02) 585-2934~6. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
National Symphony Orchestra of Washington D.C.
June 18
The National Symphony Orchestra of Washington D.C., led by Ivan Fischer, will offer classic pieces by Tchaikovskii. Violinist Leonidas Kavakos will join as a special guest. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 180,000 won. For more information, visit www.vincero.co.kr or call (02) 599-5743. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Oct. 23
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra led by maestro Paavo Jarvi will tour Korea in October with a program featuring Rachmaninoff. The orchestra is the fifth oldest orchestra in the United States. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 180,000 won. For more information, visit www.vincero.co.kr or call (02) 599-5743. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Alegria
Jamsil Sports Complex
Open run
Canadian circus group Cirque du Soleil is staging Alegria for Korean fans. Meaning Joy in Spanish, Alegria is a more upbeat show than the troupe's previous performance, Quidam. For more information, visit www.cirquedusoleil.co.kr or call (02) 541-3150. Located near exits 6 and 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Ton Koopman & Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
March 6
World-renowned conductor Ton Koopman will perform for his Korean fans with the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
X Japan World Tour in Seoul
Gymnastics Stadium, Olympic Park
March 21- 22
Japanese band X Japan comes to Korea with consistently astounding music. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 165,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
The Time of Seoul
The National Palace Museum of Korea
Through Feb. 1
To mark the 60th anniversary of the founding of the nation, the museum presents a collection of rare items representative of modern Korean history. This exhibition displays 50 photographs by Lim In-sik (1920-98), a photographer and Korean War veteran. Located near exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3.
The Royal Ceramics of the Goryeo Dynasty
The National Museum of Korea
Through Feb. 15
This collection of royal ceramics from the Goryeo Kingdom (918-1392), unearthed from royal tombs, presents 290 highly valuable Goryeo celadon pieces, including four national treasures. Many other royal celadon pieces from Goryeo dating back to the 12th and early 13th centuries are also on display. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.
Alive Gallery
Sports Complex
Enjoy some of the best-known frescos, paintings and sculptures at Alive Gallery. The gallery offers a memorable experience in which pieces move and describe themselves as if they were alive. Tickets cost 17,000 won. Located near exits 6 and 8 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Lee Won-guk's Ballet Concert
Changjo Art Center
Through Feb. 23
Every Monday, Lee Won-guk's Ballet Company will offer a special chance to enjoy romantic ballet moves. This concert offers Love Serenade, Spartacus, Tchaikovsky pas de deux, and Zorba. All tickets cost 30,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 764-4444. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Sachoom
Sachoom Theater
Open Run
Sachoom is the Korean abbreviation of Dance When You Are in Love. Experience various dance moves, ranging from hip-hop and modern to traditional. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.lovedance.co.kr or call (02) 3676-7617. Located near exit 5 of Anguk Station on subway line 3.
Ballerina Who Loved a B-Boy
B-Boy Theater, Hongik University
With a reenergized cast and storyline, this entertaining story of a ballerina who falls hopelessly in love with the world of hip-hop is now on stage near Hong-ik University. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.sjbboyz.com or call (02) 323-5233.
Break Out
Break Out Theater
Having drawn attention at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last year, Break Out features B-boy performances along with comedy. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.breakout.co.kr or call (02) 722-3995. Located near exit 15 of Jongno 3-ga Station on subway lines 1, 3 and 5.
My Aunt Mary's Another Circle
Baekam Hall
Feb. 21-22
Korean band My Aunt Mary will hold a concert titled ``Another Circle.'' Singer Jo Won-seon and Ji Seon will join as special guests. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 55,000 won. For more information, visit www.fluxusmusic.com or call (02) 545-9174. Located near exit 8 of Samsung Station on subway line 2.
Kim Beom-su's Happy Radio Concert
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park
Jan. 17
Korean Singer Kim Beom-su will be back onstage after a successful grand tour as a messenger of love offering a romantic evening full of love songs. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 77,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 4 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
LM.C Tour '09 in Korea
Live Hall, Sangsang Madang
Feb.15
Japanese Electronic band LM.C will hold a concert in Korea, the finale of the group's world tour. All tickets cost 44,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 782-5573. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2.
Chick Corea & John Mclaughlin Five Peace Band Concert
Grand Hall, Ewha Womans University
World-renowned jazz musicians Chick Corea, John Mclaughlin, Christian Mcbride, Kenny Garrett and Brian Blade will hold a joint concert titled ``Five Peace Band Concert.'' For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2644-9604. Located near exit 2 or 3 Ewha Womans Univ. Station on subway line 2
Jason Mraz Live in Seoul
American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz is holding a series of concerts to celebrate his Grammy Awards nomination. The Seoul performance will be the start of his world tour. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 88,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 4 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
Ronn Branton Valentine Concert
Jang Cheon Art Hall
Feb. 14
American jazz musician Ronn Branton will hold a romantic jazz concert for Valentine's Day. Saxophonist Kenji Omae will join as a special guest. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 010-3817-7214. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
The Swell Season Live in Seoul
Jan. 17- 18
The stars of the hit film ``Once,'' Glen Hansard and Markleta Irglova, are having a concert in Seoul. They will perform their signature acoustic songs from the film, such as ``If You Want Me'' and ``Falling Slowly.'' Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 99,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 563-0595. Located near exit 3 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2, or exit 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Travis Live in Seoul
March 1
Alternative rock band Travis returns to Korea . With new songs like ``Smith'' and ``Something Anything,'' the band will entertain fans with their distinctive and stylish sounds. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 88,000 won. For more information, visit www.interpark.com or call (02) 3444-9969. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
The Roots Live in Seoul
Melon AX
Jan. 21
``Super hip hop'' band The Roots will visit Korea for the first time. Unlike other hip-hop groups, The Roots has a band featuring its live sounds. Tickets cost from 88,000 won to 110,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 747-9200. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Liar
Artistan Hall
John Smith, a taxi driver, has two wives. No one knows this secret, but a tiny accident reveals the truth, bringing incident after incident along the way. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 25,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 1 of Daehangno Station on subway line 4.
Romeo & Juliette
Jan. 29 - Feb. 27
The original French version of Romeo & Juliette has returned. The French cast will visit Korea to perform the sad yet beautiful story of the two famous lovers. Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 200,000 won. For more information, visit www.romeonjuliette.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2, or exit 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Jekyll and Hyde
LG Arts Center
Through Feb. 22
Jekyll and Hyde is a musical based on the novella ``The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde'' by Robert Louis Stevenson. It will return to the stage after a two-year absence. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit www.jekyllnhyde.co.kr or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Doctor Irabu Episode 1
Star City Theater
Through March 1
Dr. Irabu is a character from the Japanese best selling novel by Okuda Hideo. Winner of the Naoki Literature Prize, the play offers several obsessive-compulsives on stage, satirizing modern society. Tickets cost 25,000 won. For more information, visit club.cyworld.com/tobe2005 or call (02) 744-7304. Located near exit 3 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Zanna, Don't
Theater M, Sejong Arts Center
Feb. 7~ March 1
Musical ``Zanna, Don't'' delivers a serious message about sexual minorities and true love. It will also bring hearty laughs to the audience. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2, or exit 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Hamlet
Theater S
The classic musical Hamlet, based on the play by William Shakespeare, has returned. The Korean version added powerful and dynamic movements to the performance, and recently gained its own license. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalhamlet.com or call (02) 556-9885. Located near exit 2 of Hyochang Park Station on subway line 6.
Shear Madness
Daehangno Art Madang
Shear Madness follows a murder case that happens in a beauty salon of the same name. What is unique is that every episode ends with a different ending, as the play lets the audience figure out who the murderer is. Tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit shearmadness.co.kr or call (02-501-7888. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
200-Pound Beauty the Musical
Chungmu Art Hall
The movie "200-Pound Beauty" (2006) comes to the stage as a romantic comedy musical with renowned Broadway music director Tim Acito and stage director Brian Prather. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 90,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalbeautifulgirl.com or call (02) 3485-8700. Located near exit 2 of Dongdaemun Stadium on subway lines 2, 4, and 5.
Love and Blood
Daehangno Open Theater
This is the first musical to portray the personalities of people with different blood types. Try guessing the blood type of the four characters, each possessing vastly different personalities. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1577-5878. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.