Concerts, Museums & Theater

Classical Concerts

Rose Jang Concert

Seongnam Arts Center

April 18

International popera singer Rose Jang will hold a musical and popera gala concert. She will sing various songs including ``Don't Cry for Me Argentina,'' ``All I Ask of You,'' and ``You Raise Me Up,'' to the Mostly Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 70,000 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.

KBS Symphony Orchestra Subscription Concert

Seoul Arts Center

April 23

Conductor Xu Zhong will lead the KBS Symphony Orchestra into Beethoven's ``Overture to `Egmont,' Op.84,'' ``Piano Concerto No.5 in E major, Op.73 `Emperor''' and Brahms' ``Symphony No.1 in C minor, Op.68.'' Pianist Leon McCawley will appear as a 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.

Lee Hai-sun Clarinet Recital

April 25

Clarinetist Lee Hai-sun will hold a recital. She will deliver Camille Saint-Saens' ``Sonata for Clarinet and Piano, Op.167,'' Claude Debussy's ``Premiere Rhapsody'' and Leonard Bernstein's ``Sonata.'' Pianist Ham In-a will join as a special guest. All tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit www.iyoungeum.com or call (02) 581-5404.

Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Lee Sook-jung Cello Recital

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts

April 16-May 13

Under the title ``My B,'' cellist Lee Sook-jung will hold a recital, offering the works of Breval, Brahms, Boccherini and Britten. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 30,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 780- 5054. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Classical Concert With Gustav Klimt's Works

April 15-May 13

Gustav Klimt's paintings and music will come to life every Wednesday beginning April 16 until May 13. Chamber group Hwaum Project will perform at Seoul Arts Center's ongoing Klimt exhibition under the title ``Combination of Fine Arts and Music.'' In addition to Klimt's compositions ``After the Rain'' and ``Judith I,'' composers Kim Sung-ki and Im Ji-sun will perform their originals works including ``Monologue for Viola solo'' and ``Secret of Golden Color: Klimt's Confession.'' Tickets cost 30,000 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.

Boris Berezovsky's Piano Concerto No.2 Concert

May 1

Russian pianist Boris Berezovsky will perform the ``2nd Piano Concertos'' by Chopin, Brahms and Rachmaninov under the baton of conductor Dmitry Yablonsky. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 541-6235. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Vladimir Chernov Concert

May 3

Russian baritone Vladimir Chernov will visit Korea for the first time, delivering various songs including E. Morricone's ``Notturno senza luna,'' E. Curtis' ``Funiculi funicula'' and L. Denza's ``Funiculi funicula.'' Soprano Kim Eun-kyung and pianist Semjon Skigin will join as special guests. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3463-2466. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Ian Young-wook Yoo Piano Recital

LG Arts Center

May 17

Child prodigy-turned-virtuoso pianist Ian Young-wook Yoo returns to Korea to hold a recital to celebrate the release of his new album, ``Beethoven 32.'' He will perform the works of Beethoven, Stravinsky, Brahms and Schumann. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit www.phoenixasia.co.kr or call (031) 712-1705. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

Kim Hee-sung Pipe Organ Recital: `Moving Pictures at an Exhibition'

April 21

The Sejong Center's pipe organ, the largest in Asia, will come to life with moving pictures. Kim Hee-sung will hold recital under the title ``Moving Pictures at an Exhibition,'' appropriately featuring Mussorgsky's famous piece ``Pictures at an Exhibition'' and moving screen images by artist Lee Jong-mok. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, call (02) 780-5054. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Chung Myung-hwa Cello Recital

April 22

World-renowned cellist Chung Myung-hwa will host a recital to celebrate the 40th anniversary of her debut. The program includes Barber's ``Sonata for Cello and Piano, Op.6,'' Schubert's ``Sonata for Viola and Piano, D.821 in A Minor Arpeggione,'' and Strauss' ``Sonata for Cello and Piano, Op.6.'' Celebrated pianist Kim Dae-jin will join as a special guest. Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 55,000 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.

Paik Kun-woo & Three Pianists' Concert

May 10-11

Maestro Paik Kun-woo and three rising young pianists Kim Tae-hyung, Kim Jun-hee and Kim Sun-wook, will hold a special concert. Unlike other piano concerts, there will be four grand pianos on stage, offering the opportunity to hear pieces for eight hands. Featured pieces are Ravel's ``Bolero'' and Czerny's ``Four Concertants for Four Pianos, No. 1, Op. 230.'' Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 318-4301~2. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

2009 Orchestra Festival

Through April 21

Seoul Arts Center will hold a month-long Orchestra Festival featuring 17 of the country's top orchestras and soloists. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 30,000 won for each concert. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Don Kosaken Choir

April 24

Don Kosaken, Russia's foremost choir, will visit Korea. Conducted by Wanja Hlinka, the 14-member male a cappella group will bring powerful renditions of ``Great Litany'' and ``Twelve Robbers,'' among other pieces. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3463-2466. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra

April 16

The Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra, led by Kazuhiro Koizumi, will perform various works by Tchaikovsky, including ``Polonaise from Eugene Onegin'' and ``Violin Concerto in D Major, Op.35.'' Young virtuoso violinist Kwun Hyuk-joo will appear as a soloist. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 6303-7700. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Julius Jeong-won Kim and Friends

May 12

Pianist Julius Jeong-won Kim holds his fourth concert with friends. Popular cellist Song Young-hoon, new age pianist Yiruma and others will appear. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 99,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2658-3546. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Big Tickets

Jose Carreras Recital

Goyang Aram Nuri Arts Center

One of ``the world's three great tenors,'' Jose Carreras, will give a concert with the KBS Symphony Orchestra conducted by David Gimenez. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 220,000 won. For more information, visit www.artgy.or.kr or call 1577-7766. Connected to exit Aramnuri of Jeongbalsan Station on subway line 3.

Jon Lord Concerto in Seoul 'April'

April 11

Jon Lord, a legendary rocker from the `70s, will perform on Saturday to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his classical debut. With musical stars Steve Balsamo, Kasia Laska and the Seoul Art Orchestra, led by conductor Choi Sun-yong, he will entertain his local fans. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 110,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Natalie Cole Live in Korea

May 13

Grammy Award-winning jazz singer Natalie Cole visits Korea for local fans. With her romantic voice, she will deliver various songs from her new album, ``Still Unforgettable.'' Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 150,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 747-9003. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Russian National Orchestra

June 30

Internationally renowned conductor Mikhail Pletnev and the Russian National Orchestra will visit Korea. From June 29 to July 1, they will perform in three cities including Seoul. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 180,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 541-6235. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Staatskapelle Dresden

May 9-10

One of the world-renowned orchestras, Staatskapelle Dresden, led by Fabio Luisi, will host a concert. Grammy-winning pianist Emanuel Ax will appear as a soloist. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 250,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 399-1114~6. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Museum

Special Exhibition for Donated Cultural Assets

National Museum of Korea

Through July 12

The National Museum of Korea presents 200 valuable cultural assets donated by various collectors from within and outside the country. Autographed music by composer Ahn Eak-tai will also be displayed. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.

Alive Gallery

Sports Complex

Open run

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

Kim Ju-won's Ballet Travels

April 10-11

Ballerina Kim Ju-won will be a commentator for ``Ballet Travels.'' The program features various works including ``Giselle Act Ⅱ Adagio,'' ``Esmeralda Grand Pas De Deux,'' ``La Fille Mal Garee Grand Pas De Deux'' and ``La Batadere'' Act Ⅱ ``Barada Dance.'' Tickets cost from 5,000 won to 15,000 won. For more information, visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 587-6181. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Pop & Jazz

Lee So-ra Concert `The Second Spring'

Mary Hall, Sogang University

April 30- May 17

After a two-year absence, Korean singer Lee So-ra holds a concert titled ``The Second Spring.'' She will deliver her latest song among other hits. Tickets cost 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 6 of Sinchon Station on subway line 2.

Epik High's Map the Soul Concert

Melon-AX

May 2

Hip-hop group Epik High will hold a concert to celebrate the release of its new album ``Map The Soul.'' Hip-hop musicians KERO ONE and MYK will join as special guests. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 77,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 747-1252. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.

Gackt Visualive Live in Seoul

Olympic Hall, Olympic Park

May 18

Under the title ``Requiem et Reminiscence,'' Japanese star Gackt will hold a rock concert in Seoul. A large stage will be decorated realistically under the theme World War Ⅱ. Tickets cost from 99,000 won to 132,000 won. For more information, visit www.jboxent.com or call (02) 782-5573. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.

Jang Sa-ik's `Flower Viewing'

Korean traditional singer Jang Sa-ik is holding an encore concert as part of his American tour in April. The singer will offer songs from his sixth album ``Flower Viewing.'' Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, call (02) 396-0514 or visit www.interpark.com.

Yiruma Concert `Love Me'

Mapo Arts Center

April 14

Popular new age pianist Yiruma will hold a concert titled ``Love Me'' to celebrate the first anniversary of Mapo Arts Center's reconstruction. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit www.mapoartcenter.co.kr or call (02) 3274-8600. Located near exit 2 of Daeheung Station on subway line 6.

The Real Group Live in Seoul

May 6

The Real Group, a Swedish a cappella group, will visit Korea and entertain local fans with beautiful vocals. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 100,000won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 599-5743. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.

Karel Boehlee Trio Jazz Concert

European jazz group Karel Boehlee Trio will visit Korea for the first time. They will deliver various works including Thelonious Monk's ``Round Midnight,'' Joe Zawinul's ``Midnight Mood'' and Debussy's ``Claire De Lune.'' Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 70,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (031) 813-7838. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

YB Concert

V-Hall

April 14-May 3

Rock band YB (Yun Do-hyeon Band) will hold a concert to celebrate the release of their new album. Tickets are 45,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3485-8700. Located near Hongik University Station on subway line 2.

Four Play Live in Seoul

April 28-29

To celebrate their Grammy Awards nomination, world-famous group Four Play is holding a series of concerts, the first being held in Seoul. Tickets cost from 80,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 720-8500. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.

Seoul Jazz Festival

May 14-17

The Seoul Jazz Festival returns in May, with a stellar lineup of foreign artists such as Latin jazz musician Omar Sosa; ``Once'' stars Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova; American singer Madeleine Peyroux; Dutch singer Wouter Hamel; and soul band Tower of Power. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5. Tickets cost from 44,000 to 110,000 won. For ticket information in English, e-mail info@privatecurve.com or call (02) 563-0595. Visit www.seouljazz.co.kr or ticket.interpark.com.

Plays and Musicals

Grease

Dongsoong Art Center

Open Run

The musical tells the love story of high school students Danny and Sandy. Enjoy the rock and roll performance. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 1 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.

Thrill Me

The Stage

Through May 24

Based on actual events in the 1920s, the musical tells the story of a cruel killer. Through its clever plot, it depicts inescapable human desire and how corruptible people can be. Tickets are 45,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Sinchon Station on subway 2.

Dreamgirls

Charlotte Theater

Through July 26

The Broadway musical ``Dreamgirls'' makes its big debut in Korea. Better known as the movie of the same title, the musical tells the story of a young female singing trio, called ``The Dreams,'' who become music superstars. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 130,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.