Classical Concerts, Big Tickets, Museums... & Plays and Musicals
Classical Concerts
Pepe Romero Classic Guitar Recital
Naru Arts Center
May 17
Critically acclaimed Spanish classic guitarist, Pepe Romero, comes again to Korea after a successful performance back in 2003. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 66,000 won. Visit www.naruarts.co.kr or call (02) 2049-4705. Located near exit 5 of Konkuk University Station on subway line 2.
Korea Brass Choir Family Concert
Chungmu Art Hall
May 5
The choir has assembled a repertoire that ranges from the classic ``The Barber of Seville'' to the contemporary and familiar music from the motion picture ``Mission Impossible,'' to make a concert the entire family can enjoy. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624~6626. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Finghin Collins' Solo Piano Concert
Kumho Art Hall
May 11
Rising young Irish pianist will hold first solo recital in Seoul. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.kumhoarthall.com or call (02) 6303-1919. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
May Gala Concert
May 6
An end to the Chungmu Art Hall ``Spring In My Heart'' Classic Festival, top musicians including pianist Kim Dae-jin, violinist Kim Min, violinist Kim Hyeon-ah and the Seoul Chamber Orchestra join forces for an unforgettable finale. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624-6. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Brahms and Dvorak Works Concert
May 4
A new 21st century orchestra called the Seoul Classical Players, will perform Brahms' Academic Festival Overture and Dvorak's cello concertos, under conductor Park Yeong-min and cellist Peter Bruns. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624~6626. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station of subway line 6.
2007 Seoul City Festival: Yun Park's Stylish Percussion
Hoam Art Hall
May 23
Although a new face on the classic stage, Yun Park has already created a buzz among critics with her new genre of music which makes percussion instruments the center of modern classic music. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 751-9997~9. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
2007 Seoul Spring Festival: La Maestranza
May 10
Part of the 2007 Seoul Spring Festival program, La Maestranza comes bearing jazz, tango, and flamenco for Korea. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.seoulspring.org or call (02) 751-9997~9. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
Yuhki Kuramoto's May Romance
Seoul Arts Center
May 20
Ever since his first performance in Korea at the Seoul Arts Center in 1999, Yuhki Kuramoto has been at the center of Korea's New Age boom. He is back with his third album, ``Romance Collection,'' performing some of his best-known pieces. Tickets cost 30,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Ensemble Homage's Stylish Classics
May 22
As part of the Seoul City Festival, the Ensemble Homage will perform well-known music from composers Ennio Morricone and George Gershwin, and musicians such as Paul McCartney, John Lennon and many more. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 751-9997~9. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
Stars on Classic
Musicians such as New Age pianist Yuhki Kuramoto, violinist Kim Cheeyun and musical stars Kim Sunkyung and Um Ki-joon will be gracing the stage. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Spring in My Heart
Through May 6
The six-day-long spring classic festival will feature various musicians to celebrate spring. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624/5. Located near Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Rinaldo
Seoul Arts Center (Opera Hall)
May 12-17
An opera of immense magnitude brought on by the world's best stage producer Pier Luigi Pizzi, ``Rinaldo'' finally hits the stage in Korea. A classic tale of rescue, chivalry, and fantasy during the Crusades, the hero Rinaldo is sure not to disappoint. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 330,000 won. Visit www.kopera.co.kr/rinaldo or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 3 and 4 of the Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Pluck
Bandai Dream Theater
May 23-27
The unconventional string trio Pluck will present ``The Specialists,'' a combination of classical music performance and slapstick comedy. Members set a violin on fire, make silly faces and even wear pantyhose, creating a full-blown farce on stage with their classical techniques. They will also appear at Seoul Open Theater Changdong in central Seoul from May 29 to June 10. Tickets cost 33,000 won for shows at Bandai. Visit www.go-arthall.co.kr, or call 1588-7890 or 1544-1555. Located near Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Big Tickets
Christina Aguilera's ``Back to Basics'' Tour in Seoul
Olympic Park (Gymnasium)
June 23-24
This Grammy Award-winning singer comes to Korea for the first time as part of her ``Back To Basics'' tour. Familiar songs are expected as well as a repertoire of hits from her new album. Tickets cost from 80,000 won to 160,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Lion King
Charlotte Theater
Through June 1
Returning after a week of recess, this Japanese version of the Disney musical will go on stage to enchant and captivate audiences with its well-known African beat and music. Tickets cost from 35,000 won to 90,000 won. Visit www.charlottetheater.com or call (02) 411-5083/5. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Sarah Chang and Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Gyeonggi Arts Center
May 13
Sarah Chang comes with this conductor-free orchestra to play beloved classics. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.ggac.or.kr or call (031) 230-3200. Located near Suwon Station on subway line 1.
Nigel Kennedy
Sejong Center
Violinist and violist Nigel Kennedy will perform in Seoul. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 160,000 won. Visitwww.sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1111. Located near Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Museums
Red Phoenix
National Museum of Korea
Through July 1
Taking place in the Goguryeo section of the Archaeological Gallery, the museum will showcase the Red Phoenix (the Guardian Deity of the South) in paintings, sculptures, and other historical crafts. Call 2077-9643. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway lines 1 and 4.
Subok ``Desire for Longevity''
National Folk Museum of Korea
Throughout May 7
The National Folk Museum of Korea is holding a special exhibition to display 120 pieces and 20 photos of historic relic items related to longevity. Call (02) 3704-3152. Located near exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3.
Korean Wooden Beauty
Seoul Museum of History
Throughout May 6
The Seoul Museum of History is displaying some 120 pieces of traditional wooden furniture. Tickets cost from 3,000 to 7,000 won. Call (02) 724-0149. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun on subway line 5.
Mirror: Another Me Reflected by Light
Amore Pacific Museum
Through Aug. 25
The Amore Pacific Museum is holding an exhibition titled ``Mirror: Another Me Reflected by Light'' throughout Aug. 25. The exhibition shows earlier patterns and materials of mirrors. The exhibition takes place at the Amore Pacific Museum in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. Call (031) 285-7215.
Women Theater- Artifacts Allude to the Stores of Late Joseon's Women
Coreana Cosmetics Museum
Through June 23
The Coreana Cosmetics Museum is offering a special exhibition, ``Women Theater-Artifacts Allude to the Stores of Late Joseon's Women.'' The exhibition displays some 40 pieces of artifacts related to women. Call (02) 547-9177 or visit www.spacec.co.kr. Located near Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
Dance
Evening Prayer
LG Art Center
May 25-27
Alain Platel, choreographer and creator of the Belgian contemporary dance company, ``C. de la B.'' and the latter have created a dance unlike any other with unimaginable movements and a mix of jazz, gypsy, and baroque music. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Ballerina Who Loved a B-boy
SJ B-boys Theater
Open run
B-boys pit the latest urban moves against the most delicate of pirouettes in this local nonverbal stage performance. There are no performances on Mondays. Tickets cost 50,000 won. Visit sjbboys.com or call (02) 366-5377. Located near Hongik University's Main Gate.
Tango Fire
Through May 13
The passionate ``Tango Fire'' from Argentina is performed by the original Argentinean cast. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 66,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 2230-6624-6. Located near Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Julia's Brunch Ballet
Universal Art Center
Through Nov. 15
The Universal Ballet Company will perform different masterpieces for each season. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.universalballet.com. Located near Achasan Station on subway line 5.
Argentina's Nonverbal Performance - ``Making Sound''
Hanam Arts Center
May 18-19
A concoction of non-instrumental performances, comedy, dance and theater, Argentina's ``El Choque Urbano'' (similar to England's ``Tromp'' comes to ignite the Latin rhythms in Korea. Visit www.hnart.co.kr or call (031) 790-7979. Located near exit 8 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Pop & Jazz
Cinema in Jazz
Hyundai Department Store (Mok-dong)
Unforgettable songs and music that stayed in everyone's hearts through films will come back to life with a coating of jazz on them. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 1 of Omokkyo Station on subway line 5.
2007 Amerie Love Korea Live Concert
MelOn-AX
May 24-25
Korean-American pop star Amerie comes to Korea to rock the stage with Yoon Mi-rae (Tasha) as her guest star. All proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Pearl S. Buck Foundation, which supports multiracial children. Tickets cost from 77,000 won to 165,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 585-6270. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Dragon Ash Tour: Develop Music in Korea
June 9
The Japanese hip hop/rock band comes to Korea with their constantly astounding musical mix of reggae, rap, rock, punk, Spanish, and R&B. Tickets cost 66,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 540- 2740. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Park Hyo-shin's 2007 Concert Tour
Olympic Hall (inside Olympic Park)
May 19-20
Singer Park Hyo-shin is going on a national tour to present his long-awaited 5th album, ``The Breeze of Sea.'' Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Plays and Musicals
West Side Story
May 26-July 1
One of the biggest Broadway hits ever, the unforgettable story of Tony and Maria comes to the Korean musical stage. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 85,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 31410-1345. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Thrill Me
Based on a real crime that happened in Chicago, this critically acclaimed musical comes hot off of Broadway. No performance on Mondays. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.thrillme.co.kr or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Great Jang Geum (Jewel in the Palace)
May 26 -June 17
The heartbreaking and courageous story of the genius palatial maid that took Asia by storm is now coming to stage as a musical. No performance on Mondays. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Guys & Dolls
Messa B-Boy Theater
Through May 31
Breakdancers retell the musical ``Guys & Dolls.'' Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 1588-7890. Located near Hoehyeon Station on subway line 4.
Wuthering Heights
Taehangno Arts Center (Hall 3)
Through May 27
Emily Bronte's masterpiece of the feud between the Earnshaws and the Lintons and the two loves caught in between is brought to life in Korea at the heart of the Seoul's most creative area. Tickets cost 15,000 won (elementary, junior high and high school students), 20,000 won (college student), and 30,000 won. Visit artmadang.co.kr or call (02) 747-2114. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Nunsense Nuncracker
Angel Theater
A group of nonsensical nuns star in this comedy musical that delivers laughs and inspiration. There are no performances on Mondays and Tuesdays. Tickets cost 44,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 2651-3915. Located near Omokkyo Station on subway line 5.
Charlie Brown
Theater Il
The cartoon series of Snoopy and the gang comes to life in this Tony Award winning musical. No performances on Mondays. Tickets cost 20,000 won. Visit www.cyworld.com/2006snoopy. Located near Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Hedwig and Angry Inch
Theater S.H
The well-known musical features famous actor Cho Seung-woo. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 45,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Kingdom of the Winds
Towol Theater at Seoul Arts Center
May 5-25
Based on the popular comic book of the same title by Kim Jin, the musical tells of history of the Goguryeo Kingdom with a variety of background music including rock, house, hip-hop, techno and classical music. The musical revolves around Jumong, the founder of the kingdom, and the third king Daemusinwang. Tickets cost from 20,00 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 523-0984. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.