Concert, Museums & Performances
CLASSICAL CONCERTS
Russell Sherman Piano Recital
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Oct. 14 & 21
Russell Sherman, teacher of many renowned Korean pianists, holds his fifth concert in Korea. He will perform beautiful music by Liszt, Schumann, Debussy and Beethoven. 'Prelude a l'apres-midi d'un faune' duo will be played with his wife and pianist Byun Wha-kyung. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Opera Aria Night
Seoul Arts Center
Oct. 13
Five sopranos and a tenor will sing arias from various operas on one stage. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Alexandre Tharaud Piano Recital
Seoul Arts Center (Concert Hall)
Oct. 14
As a part of the France Festival sponsored by the French Culture Center, Alexandre Tharaud will perform at Seoul Arts Center. He will play Couperin's 'La Visionaire' and 'Les Calotines,' Ravel's 'Pavane Pour Une Infante Defunte,' and 'Menuet' from Du Tombeau de Couperin. Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 55,000 won. Visit www.cmikorea.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Autumn Letter from Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra
Oct. 16
The Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra will hold a fall concert featuring timeless pieces by Strauss and Verdi, led by Paul Meyer. Tickets are 10,000 won. Visit www.seoulphil.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
L'Art de la Coloratura
France's celebrated soprano Elisabeth Vidal will give her first performance in Korea, and will sing colorful arias from popular operatic repertoires. Gifted with the ability to sing a wide range of octaves, Vidal has been dubbed one of the greatest coloraturas of our time. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Bruckner Series I
Oct. 19
Led by Matthias Bamert, the KBS Symphony Orchestra holds their 608th subscription concert. Along with grandeur Sympony No. 6 written by Bruckner, clarinetist Alexander Fiterstein will play Mozart's Clarinet Concerto with the symphony. Tickets cost 10,000 won to 35,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or all (02) 780-6400. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Korea International Music Festival
Oct. 23-26
The Music Association of Korea presents a 4-day classical concert with the U.S., German and Irish Embassies. Tickets cost 10,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or all (02) 780-6400. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Richard Yong-jae O'Neill Recital
LG Arts Center
Oct. 26-27
One of the world's top violists, Richard Yong-jae O'Neill will hold his 2007 recital. His last album was the most sold classical music in Korea in 2006 and he is the solo violist with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Tickets range from 20,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Les Petits Chanteurs de Saint-Marc
Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Complex, Oulim Theater
Oct. 27
Famous for the motion picture 'The Chorus,' Les Petits Chanteurs de Saint-Marc visits Korea. This next generation of the boys' choir will sing from a varied repertoire including Gregorian chants to modern popular music. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 30,000 won. Visit www.artgy.or.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 4 of Wondang Station on subway line 3.
Julius-Jeongwon Kim Grand Tour Recital Seoul
Chungmu Art Hall
Oct. 28
Julius Kim will play 'Suite Bergamasque' by Debussy, 'Moonlight Sonata' by Beethoven, and 'Pictures at an Exhibition' by Musorgsky in Seoul to start off his 10-day tour of Korea. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit www.stompmusic.com or call (02) 2658-3546. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 2 and 6.
Cinema: Gidon Kremer & Kremerata Baltica
Oct. 29
World-renowned violinist Gidon Kremer and his ensemble Kremerata Baltica play music from motion pictures. The repertoire includes Charles Chaplin's 'Smile' from 'Modern Times,' Ennio Morricone's 'For a fistful of dollars,' and Piazzolla's 'Libertango.' Tickets range from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Piotr Anderszewski Piano Recital
Hoam Art Hall
Oct. 30
Polish pianist, Anderszewski will play Bach, Schumann and what he is most famous for, Szymanowski. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 9 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.
Slovak Philharmonic & Pianist Lim Dong-min
Nov. 1 - 3
Young talented pianist Lim Dong-min will play with the Slovak Philharmonic. The winner of Chopin Concours and many more competitions, Lim will perform Smetana, Beethoven, and Dvorak. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.vincero.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Kim Yong-bae's 11 O'Clock Concert
Through Dec. 13
Pianist Kim Yong-bae, together with other artists, has arranged a series of concerts to familiarize the public with classical music. Concerts are on the second Thursday of every month, at 11:00 a.m. Tickets range from 20,000 won to 27,000 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.
BIG TICKETS
Beyonce Experience Live in Seoul
Gymnastics Stadium, Olympic Park
Nov. 9 -10
R&B superstar Beyonce will perform in Seoul for the first time in November. Beyonce is expected to perform hits such as 'Crazy in Love,' 'Irreplaceable,' 'Deja vu' and 'Beautiful Liar.' The concert is a part of her "B'Day World Tour." Ticket cost from 80,000 won to 160,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Linkin Park
Nov. 30
World famous rock band Linkin Park will hold their second concert in Korea. They recently recorded 'What I've Done' from the hit movie 'Transformers.' Tickets cost from 88,000 won to 99,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Scorpions
Jamsil Indoor Stadium
Oct. 26
German hard rock band Scorpions will perform at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul on Oct. 26 and Gyeongsang National University in Busan on Oct. 28. This is part of the band's 'Humanity World Tour.' Scorpions have sold over 100 million records around the world, and scored hit songs such as 'Kind of Change,' and 'No One Like You.' VIP tickets to the concert cost 135,000 won, while other tickets cost 99,000 won, 85,000 won, 55,000 won and 35,000 won. For information, check ticket.interpark.com.
MUSEUMS
Birds Inside a Roof Tile
National Museum of Korea
Through Oct. 14
The museum displays popular bird patterns used as decorative motifs over time, from imaginary birds like the phoenix and jujak (red phoenix) to cranes and magpies, each layered with different symbolical meanings. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Where Were All Those Books of Joseon Dynasty Published?
Through Oct. 21
This exhibition shows the sheer volume of documents and publications that were published during the Joseon Kingdom. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Portrait Sketches of Joseon Dynasty
Through Oct. 28
The museum is holding an exhibition titled 'Portrait Sketches of the Joseon Dynasty' to show the painting skills and techniques through both portraits and sketches of that period at the painting room of Gallery I of the Permanent Exhibition Hall. The exhibit features 35 artworks, including the Portrait Sketch of Choe Deokji (Treasure Number 594). Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Delve Into the Sounds of Korea
National Folk Museum of Korea
Through Nov. 5
The Sounds of Korea Exhibition seeks to recollect the things of Korea concerning sounds. This exhibition is composed of sections entitled, 'First Encounters with Sounds,' 'Thinking about Sounds,' 'Enjoying Sounds,' and 'Living with Sounds.' Visit www.nfm.go.kr. Located near exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3.
DANCE
Carmen
Oct. 17
Spanish dancers revive attractive femme fatale Carmen. Compania de Danza Espanola Aida Gomez from Spain will present 'Carmen' in a contemporary fashion. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.sidance.org or call (02) 3216-1185. Located near exit 9 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.
No-Collar
Elim Hall
Oct. 16 - 21
'No-Collar' is a jazz dance musical. It talks about the freedom and the essence of jazz through dance, music and story. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.withj.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo 'La Belle'
Seongnam Arts Center
Oct. 17- 18
Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo interprets 'The Sleeping Beauty' into the modern ballet 'La Belle.' Choreographed by Jean-Christophe Maillot. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.snart.or.kr or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Romeo & Juliet
Seoul Arts Center Opera Theater
Oct. 20-23
The Universal Ballet Company presents 'Romeo and Juliet' choreographed by Oleg Vinogradov. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.universalballet.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Russell Maliphant Company
Oct. 26 -27
Russell Maliphant Company from Britain will perform 'Flux,' 'Push' and 'Small Boats' as a part of SIDance 2007. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.sidance.org or call (02) 3216-1185. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Ballerina Who Loved a B-Boy
Hongik University B-Boy Theater
Through Oct. 31
With a reenergized cast and storyline, this entertaining story of a ballerina who falls hopelessly in love with the world of hip-hop comes back on stage near Hongik Univ. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.sjbboyz.com or call (02) 323-5233. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2.
B-Boy Korea
B-Boy Korea Theater
Traditional Korean musical instruments are not traditional any more in 밄-Boy Korea.?A perfect combination of dance, music and mime, this is the universal performance for anyone. Tickets range 40,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.i-pmc.co.kr or call (02) 721-7636. Located near exits 1 and 12 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.
Julia's Brunch Ballet
Universal Arts Center
Through Nov. 15
The Universal Ballet Company perform different masterpieces each season. Tickets range from 15,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.universalballet.com. Located near Achasan Station on subway line 5.
POP & JAZZ
Coffee Prince Concert
Seoul Performing Art Hall
Oct. 20
Listen to music from the big-hit drama 'Coffee Prince,' in a concert setting. Music director Tearliner and artists like The Melody, Casker, and Yozo will perform songs from the popular drama. Additionally, a surprise guest will be revealed at the concert. Tickets cost from 50,000 won (in advance) to 55,000 won (at the door). Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 2 of Daeheung Station on subway line 6.
Nah Youn-sun Pop Project Concert
Anyang Arts Center
Oct. 12
Jazz vocalist Nah Youn-sun will have a national concert tour. She will sing songs from her newest album 'Memory Lane' including 'Little Fish-Big World,' 'Paper Tiger,' and many more at her concerts. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 30,000 won. Visit www.ayac.or.kr or call (031) 389-5252. Located near exit 4 of Beomgye Station on subway line 4.
YB After 10 Years
Jamsil Gymnasium
Oct. 13-14
It's not easy to keep a rock band going in Korea for 10 years. This concert celebrates the 10th anniversary of YB; they will sing their popular songs as well as songs from Yoon Dohyun's solo albums. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3444-9870. Located near exits 6 and 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Machine Head: Live in Seoul
Melon-AX
Oct. 24
Metal band Machine Head comes to Korea with their brand-new album 'Blackening.' This concert is a part of their 'The Blackening World Tour.' Tickets cost from 66,000 won (in advance) to 77,000 won (at the door). Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Loveholic Concert 'Thanks'
Oct. 27- 28
Modern rock band Loveholic gives a concert that will wrap up all of their music. Debuted in 2002, Loveholic released three albums and participated in making of the sound track, 'Spring Waltz' and '200 Pounds Beauty.' Tickets range from 30,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 545-9174. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.
2007 Jazz Summit
KT Art Hall
Various jazz groups and soloists will perform everyday. Tickets cost 1,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 2 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
PLAYS & MUSICALS
Royal Dream of the Moon
Gyeonggi Arts Center
Oct. 13 -14
'Royal Dream of the Moon' is based on the history of the Joseon Kingdom, specifically King Jeongjo who built Hwaseong Fortress in Suwon. With stars Min Young-gi and Im Gang-hee, the show won best musical in the Musical Awards 2007. Tickets cost 10,000 won to 30,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 4 of Suwon Station on subway line 1.
Sweeney Todd
Through Oct. 18
In Victorian London, a mysterious barber Sweeney Todd and Mrs. Lovett, whose meat pies are the worst in London, become conspirators in a dark plot that results in mass murder. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.musicalsweeneytodd.co.kr or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Lion King
Charlotte Theater
There is less than one month left until 밫he Lion King?draws its curtains in Korea. Don't miss the great harmony of various animals including the great lion Simba and his mate Nala. Tickets cost from 35,000 won to 90,000 won. Visit www.lion-king.co.kr or call (02) 588-7890. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway line 2 and 8.
Tell Me on a Sunday
Doosan Art Center Yonkang Hall
Through Nov. 18
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical is now on stage. An English woman Denise travels to New York City after breaking up with her boyfriend. In New York, she meets three guys, Tyler King, Steve, and Richard Conran. Tickets cost 28,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.tellmeonasunday.co.kr or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exit 1 of Jongno 5-ga Station on subway line 1.