Concerts, Museums & Theater

Classical Concerts

KBS Symphony Orchestra's Subscription Concert

Seoul Arts Center

Feb. 20

The KBS Symphony Orchestra, led by Hubert Soudant, will hold its 626th concert. The program includes Haydn's Symphony No.104 in D Major ``London'' and Szymanovsky's Violin Concerto No.10, Op.15. Violinist Nicola Benedetti will appear as soloist. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 781-2243. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Korean Symphony Orchestra's `An Early Spring with Schumann'

Feb. 24

Conductor Park Eun-sung will lead the Korean Symphony Orchestra in Schumann's Overture to ``Manfred,'' Op. 115 and Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op.129. Violinist Ulf Wallin will join as a special guest. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 523-6258. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Chamber Music Gala Concert With Gum Nan-se

Feb. 15

Conductor Gum Nan-se will hold a chamber music gala featuring the Borromeo String Quartet. The program includes works of Bach, Albeniz and Doppler. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 3473-8744. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra's `New Wave' Series I

Feb. 19

Sung Shi-yeon, assistant conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, will lead the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra in Sibelius' ``Pohjola's Daughter,'' Op.49 and Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor, Op.16. Pianist Alexander Gavrylux will appear as soloist. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 3700-6300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir

LG Arts Center

March 1

The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir led by Stephen Layton visits Korea for the first time. The group will sing ``Ave Maria'' among other Christian hymns. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. For more information, visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

2009 Valentine Serenade: The 1st Love Story

Feb. 14

Pianists No Young-shim, Isao Sasaki, and Park Joong-hoon get together to celebrate Valentine's Day. Crossover tenor Im Tae-kyung joins as a special guest. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 99,000 won. For more information, visit www.liveplus.co.kr or call (02) 522-9933. 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 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.

Suh Hai-kyung's `Night and Dream'

Feb. 21

World-renowned pianist Suh Hai-kyung hosts her recital ``Night and Dream,'' offering classical 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.

Kim Won Piano Recital

Pianist Kim Won will offer various classical 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.

Kim Dong-gyu Concert

Feb. 26

Join Korea's favorite baritone Kim Dong-gyu at his concert ``For the Beautiful You.'' Kim will sing his favorite arias, folk songs and pop tunes. Tickets cost 30,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2650-7481. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

Richard Yongjae O'Neill's `Mysterioso'

Feb. 27

Violist Richard Yongjae O'Neill will hold a Baroque concert with internationally renowned ensemble Alte Musik Koeln. 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.

11 O'clock Classical Concert

March 12

Gangnam Symphony Orchestra, led by Keum No-sang, will perform works of Rachmaninoff and Saint-Saens, with pianist Hyun Young-joo and trombonist Yu Jeon-sik as special guests. All tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 580-1300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Song Young-hoon & Andrius Zlabys Concert

Seongnam Arts Center

March 15

Cellist Song Young-hoon and pianist Andrius Zlabys will offer works of Rachmaninoff and Shostakovich. It's the first time for the two musicians to perform 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.

Big Tickets

Sarah Brightman's `Symphony World Tour' in Seoul

Gymnastics Stadium, Olympic Park

March 13- 14

Crossover soprano Sarah Brightman gives a concert in Seoul as part of her world tour. She will present powerful, rock-inspired tracks from her album ``Symphony.'' Tickets cost from 77,000 won to 220,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.

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

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.

Evegeny Kissin Piano Recital

April 2

Pianist Evegeny Kissin, the youngest winner of the Prestigious Triumph in 1996 and the winner of the Shostakovich Award in 2001, will host a recital for Korean fans on April 2. Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 170,000 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.

Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts

April 16

The top tier Japanese orchestra will offer Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony and Violin Concerto with young virtuoso Kwun Hyuk-joo as a soloist. Call 6303-7700 for more information. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Alegria

Jamsil Sports Complex

Open run

Canadian circus group Cirque du Soleil is staging Alegria for Korean fans. ``Joy'' 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.

Museums

Echoes of Life: The Enduring Tradition of Unified Silla Sculpture

The National Museum of Korea

Through March 1

The National Museum of Korea presents this special exhibition of 200 sculptures from the Unified Silla period, including nine regional and 10 national treasures. 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.

Dance

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 acronym for 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.

Pop & Jazz

Nicotine Live in Seoul

Live Hall, Sangsang Madang

Feb. 28

Japanese band Nicotine will hold a concert to celebrate the release of their new album, ``Soundquake,'' entertaining local fans with their rhythmic and melodic funk sounds. All tickets are 33,000 won. For more information, visit e-neema.com or call (02) 749-7516. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2.

Sister's Barbershop's White Day Concert

Guro Arts Valley

March 13-14

Well known modern band Sister's Barbershop will hold a ``Pop songs of Spring'' concert for White Day. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 35,000 won. For more information, visit www.guroartsvalley.or.kr or call (02) 2029-1721. Located near exit 4 of Daerim Station on subway line 2.

Kim Jang-hoon's ``One Man Show'' Concert

National Theater of Korea

Feb. 27- March 1

Under the title ``One Man Show'', Korean pop singer Kim Jang-hoon will give an encore concert to fans. All tickets cost 66,000 won. For more information, visit www.ntok.go.kr or call (02) 2280-4115~6. Located near exit 6 of Dongguk Univ. Station on subway line 3.

Ronn Branton Valentine Concert

Jang Cheon Art Hall

American jazz musician Ronn Branton will hold a romantic 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.

Eliane Elias Concert

Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Center

March 8

Brazilian jazz pianist and vocalist Eliane Elias will hold a concert with American bassist Marc Johnson. She will perform a program that contains ``Girl From Ipanema,'' ``Chega De Saudade'' and ``Desafinado.'' Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. For more information, visit www.artgy.or.kr or call 1577-7766. Located near exit 4 of Wondang Station on subway line 3.

Jason Mraz Live in Seoul

Olympic Hall, Olympic Park

American singer-songwriter Jason Mraz will hold 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.

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.

Travis Live in Seoul

Alternative rock band Travis returns to Korea. With new songs ``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.

Brad Mehldau Trio Live in Seoul 2009

March 4

Jazz pianist Brad Mehldau visits Korea for the third time to hold a jazz concert for local fans. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Jo Gyu-chan's `Close to You' concert

Shinyon Art Hall

Feb. 5-March 8

Ballad singer Jo Gyu-chan is holding a concert titled ``Close to You'' after a four-year hiatus. All tickets are 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 745-1575. Located near exit 1 of Daehangno Station on subway line 4.

2009 Jazz and the City

KT Art Hall

Various jazz artists will get together to perform a concert featuring a special event for love proposals. All tickets are 1,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1577-5599. Located near exit 2 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Plays & Musicals

`Jekyll and Hyde'

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, visit www.jekyllnhyde.co.kr or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

`Romeo & Juliette'

Through 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.

`Doctor Irabu Episode 1'

Star City Theater

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

The 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. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2, and exit 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

`Liar'

Artistan Hall

John Smith, a taxi driver, has two wives. No one knows it, but a tiny accident reveals the truth, causing 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.

`Hamlet'

Theater S

The musical version of ``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.