Concerts, Museums & Performances
CLASSICAL CONCERTS
Russell Sherman Piano Recital
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Oct. 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.
Bruckner Series I
Seoul Arts Center
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. He is the solo violist of 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.
Margarita Shevchenko Piano Recital
Kumho Art Hall
Oct. 25
Shevchenko, a Russian pianist known for her elegance, will play three sonatas of Scarlatti and other pieces by Brahms and Chopin. Tickets are 30,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
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 boys' choir will sing from a varied repertoire, from 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 ``uite 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.
Gidon Kremer & Kremerata Baltica
Oct. 29
World-renowned violinist Gidon Kremer and his ensemble Kremerata Baltica will play a repertoire that 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
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.
Lang Lang Piano Recital
Nov. 1
Lang Lang, the rising Chinese pianist will play Rachmaninov's ``Prelude,'' Liszt's ``Hungarian Rhapsody'' and other piano sonatas. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 90,000 won. Visit www.mastmedia.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Christian Thielemann & Munich Philharmonik
Seongnam Arts Center
Nov. 11
Maestro Christian Thielemann comes to Korea with Munich Philharmonic. They will perform ``Don Juan'' composed by Strauss and ``Symphony No.1'' by Brahms. Tickets cost from 80,000 won to 240,000 won. Visit www.snart.or.kr or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Orchestre de Paris & Christoph Eschenbach
Nov. 12
Founded in 1967, and currently led by Christoph Eschenbach, the orchestra will perform timeless pieces like ``Carnaval Romain'' of Berlioz and ``Le Bolero'' by Ravel. Tickets range from 30,000 won to 230,000 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.
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
Scorpions
Jamsil Indoor Stadium
Oct. 26
German hard rock band Scorpions will perform at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul on Oct. 26 and Kyungsung 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 ``Wind of Change,'' and ``No One Like You.'' Tickets cost from 35,000 won to 135,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exits 6 and 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
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.'' Tickets 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.
MUSEUMS
Where Were All Those Books of Joseon Dynasty Published?
National Museum of Korea
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
``Portrait Sketches of the Joseon Dynasty'' shows the painting skills and techniques through both portraits and sketches of that period in 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.
Yoshinogari - Ancient Korean Culture in Japan
Through Dec. 2
This is the first exhibition of relics found from Japan's largest ancient village site, Yoshinogari. On display are more than 600 objects featuring the overseas trade and cultural exchange between Korea and Japan from around 2000 years ago. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Blue Dragon, the Guardian Deity of the East
Through Jan.6
Cheongnyong (blue dragon) is the guardian deity of the underworld. The detail and brilliant colors of cheongnyong express energy and liveliness, and displays the sophisticated artistry of Goguryeo painters. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Jingdezhen Qingbai Porcelain: The Beauty of Pure White Blooming in Blue
Through April 13, 2008
The Asian Art Gallery showcases 75 items, including a Qingbai porcelain pillow recovered from the Sinan seabed. Qingbai porcelain, also known as shady-blue porcelain, was one of the most favored types of pottery in China. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
DANCE
No-Collar
Elim Hall
``No-Collar'' is a jazz dance musical. It talks about the freedom and essence of jazz through dance and music. 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.
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.
2007 Asia Pacific Ballet Festival
National Theater of Korea
Nov. 3 - 4
Korean ballet companies, along with those from Japan, Russia and Australia will present a variety of ballet performances. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.koreaballet.or.kr or call (02) 538-0505. Located near exit 2 of Dongguk University Station on subway line 3 (Shuttle available).
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
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 performs 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.
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 will give 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.
Brown Eyed Soul
Amphitheater, Yonsei University
Brown Eyed Soul will hold a concert to celebrate their second album. Their soul music will fill the air of the autumn night. Tickets range from 44,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3446-3225. Located near exits 2 and 3 of Sinchon Station on subway line 2.
Shin Hye-sung First Tour in Seoul
Hwajeong Stadium, Korea University
Under the title ``The Beginning, New Days,'' Shin Hye-sung from Shinhwa will give his encore concert in Seoul. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 2 of Anam Station on subway line 6.
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
Lion King
Charlotte Theater
There are less than two weeks left until ``The 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
Yonkang Hall, Doosan Art Center
Through Nov. 18
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new monologue 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. 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.
Finding Kim Jong-wook
Daehangno Yesul Madang
Oct. 23 - Nov. 30
The Finding-First-Love Company's Kim Jong-wook is back on the stage. A woman looking for her first love hires a man to find her first love. Watch to see how the story unravels. Tickets are 40,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Great Catsby Season 2
Open Run
``The Great Catsby'' is not ``The Great Gatsby.'' This is a Korean original musical based on the web cartoon of the same name. It is a love story of the twenties with original numbers written by Atmosphere. Tickets are 40,000 won. Visit www.greatcatsby.com or call (02) 338-6685. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.