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Classical Concerts

‘La Boheme’

National Theater of Korea

Nov. 21-23

The La Bella Opera Company and the Gyeonggi Provincial Philharmonic Orchestra will stage the classical Puccini opera “La Boheme” at the National Theater of Korea from Nov. 21 to 23. Located near exit 6 of Dongguk Univ. station on subway line 3. Tickets cost 30,000 to 220,000 won. For more information, call (02) 572-6773 or visit www.labellaopera.com.

‘Aida 1963’

Seoul Arts Center*

Nov. 25-30

On the occasion of 130th anniversary of establishment of Korea-Italy diplomatic relations, the renowned director Franco Zeffirelli’s 1963 version of Giuseppe Verdi’s opera “Aida” will be staged at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul from Nov. 25 to 30. Tickets cost 77,000 to 330,000 won. For more information, call (02) 722-5822 or visit www.iamopera.com.

The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma

Oct. 28

World-famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma will perform in Seoul with his Silk Road Ensemble on Oct. 28. They will play music from the ensemble’s newly released album, “A Playlist Without Borders” and some traditional Korean songs as well. Tickets cost 50,000 to 180,000 won. For more information, call 1577-5266 or visit www.crediastar.com.

‘Daegu Opera Festival 2014’

Daegu Opera House

Through Nov. 1

The 12th Daegu Opera Festival will be held at the Daegu Opera House in the southern city of Daegu through Nov. 1. The festival consists of the performances of six operas, “Turandot,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “La Traviata,” “The Magic Flute,” “The Merry Wives of Windsor” and “The Pearl Fishers.” Tickets cost 10,000 to 70,000 for each performance. Located near exit 1 of Daegu station on Daegu subway line 1. For more information, call (053) 666-6023 or visit www.daeguoperahouse.org.

Murray Perahia & Academy of St. Martin in the Fields

Nov. 11

Renowned American pianist Murray Perahia will hold a concert with London-based the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields at the Seoul Arts Center on Nov. 11. They will play Mozart’s “Piano Concerto No. 21 In C Major, K. 467,” Bach’s “Piano Concerto No. 7 In G Minor BWV 1058” and Haydn’s “Symphony No. 94 in G Major The Surprise.” Tickets cost 50,000 to 200,000 won. For more information, call 1577-5266 or visit www.crediastar.com.

Big Tickets

Jason Mraz

Sejong Art Center for the Performing Arts*

Nov. 24-25

Grammy-winning pop singer Jason Mraz will have a concert in Korea once again at the Sejong Art Center for the Performing Arts from Nov. 24 to 25, promoting his new album. Californian folk band Raining Jane will perform together. Mraz will deliver his hits such as “Lucky” and “I’m Yours.” Tickets cost 88,000 to 143,000 won. For more information, call (02) 332 3277 or visit www.livenation.kr.

g.o.d

Jamsil Sports Complex

Oct. 25

Veteran pop group g.o.d will perform at the Jamsil Sports Complex on Oct. 25, celebrating the group’s reunion. Located near exit 5 of Sports Complex station on subway line 2. Tickets cost 44,000 to 143,000 won. For more information, call (02) 332-3277 or visit www.sidushq.com.

Limp Bizkit

Olympic Park*

Nov. 12

American rap metal band Limp Bizkit will perform in Korea for the first time in five years on Nov. 12. The band will play their numerous hits including “Nookie,” “Faith,” “Take a Look Around” and “Ready to Go.” Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park station on subway line 5. Tickets cost 99,000 to 121,000 won. For more information, call (02) 563-0595 or visit www.privatecurve.com.

Museums

‘In Blue and White: Porcelains of the Joseon’

National Museum of Korea

Through Nov. 16

The National Museum of Korea features more than 500 porcelains from Joseon Kingdom period (1392-1910), including 10 pieces of national treasures. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station, subway line 4 or Jungang line. Tickets cost 3,000 won for elementary school students, 4,000 won for middle and high school students, and 5,000 won for adults. For more information, call (02) 1688-2046 or visit www.joseonchunghwa.com.

‘Encounter with Amitayus in Sukhavati’

Through Oct. 26

The National Museum of Korea presents the thematic exhibition “Encounter with Amitayus in Sukhavati, Buddhist Hanging Scroll at Hengguk Temple,” which displays the large hanging scrolls used for Buddhist rituals. Admission is free. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station, subway line 4 or Jungang line. For more information, call (02) 2077-9493 or visit www.museum.go.kr.

Pop & Jazz

Tenacious D

Dec. 5-6

American actor and musician Jack Black, best known for 2003 film “School of Rock,” will visit Korea for a concert with his comedic rock band Tenacious D at the Olympic Park in southern Seoul on Dec. 5 and 6. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park station on subway line 5. Tickets cost 99,000 to 121,000 won. For more information, call (02) 563-0595 or visit www.privatecurve.com.

Jang Ki-ha and the Faces

Lotte Card Art Center

Oct. 23-Nov. 2

Rock band Jang Ki-ha and the Faces will hold a concert as part of the band’s national tour at the Lotte Card Art Center in Hongdae, Seoul from Oct. 23 to Nov. 2. They will perform songs from their upcoming new 3rd studio album. Located near exit 9 and 10 of Hapjeong station on subway line 2 and 6. Tickets cost 88,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555 or visit drdsramc.com.

MR.BIG

AX-KOREA

Nov. 2

American rock band MR.BIG will hold a concert to mark their eighth album at the AX-KOREA on Nov. 2. They will perform both their new songs and best of their hits including “To Be With You,” “Green-Tinted Sixties Mind,” and “Shine.” Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru station on subway line 5. Tickets cost 110,000 to 132,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3141-3488 or visit www.allaccess.co.kr.

Whee Sung

Dec. 6-7

R&B singer Whee Sung will have concert as part of his national tour at Olympic Park from Dec. 6 to 7. This will be his first solo concert in four years. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park station on subway line 5. Tickets cost 77,000 to 121,000 won. For more information, call (02) 1644-9496 or visit www.types.co.kr.

Plays & Musicals

‘La Cage Aux Folles’

LG Arts Center*

Dec. 9-Jan. 11, 2015

“La Cage Aux Folles,” a Broadway hit musical comes to the Korean stage at the LG Arts Center from Dec. 9 to Jan. 11, next year. Based on Jean Poiret’s play of the same title, the musical revolves around Albin and Georges, the gay couple and singers of the club, La Cage Aux Folles, and their beloved son Jean-Michel, who brings his fiance and her ultra-conservative parents. Musical actor Chung Sung-hwa will star as Albin. Tickets cost 60,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, call 1666-8662 or visit www.lacage.co.kr.

‘Marie Antoinette’

Charlotte Theater

Nov. 11-Feb. 1

The Korean rendition of the musical “Marie Antoinette” will be staged at the Charlotte Theater in southern Seoul from Nov. 11 to Feb. 1 next year. Based on the novel “Queen Marie Antoinette” by Shusaku Endo, the musical portrays the dramatic and scandalous life of the last queen of France. Singer-turned-musical actress Oak Joo-hyun will star as Antoinette. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil station on subway line 2 and 8. Tickets cost 50,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, call 1577-6478 or visit www.charlottetheater.co.kr.

‘Zorro’

Chungmu Art Hall

The Korean production of “Zorro” will be staged at Chungmu Art Hall through Oct. 26. Singers Yang Yo-seob of popular boy band BEAST and R&B singer Wheesung will alternate the role of Zorro, the black-clad masked outlaw and hero, and singers Seo Ji-young and Sonya will feature Inez, who falls in love with the hero. Tickets cost 50,000 to 130,000 won. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6. For more information, call (02) 764-7858 or visit www.mmusical.co.kr.

Dance

‘Alem’

KBS Hall

The National Ballet of Kazakhstan Astana Ballet will perform its original ballet piece “Alem” at the KBS Hall in Seoul on Oct. 25. Located near exit 3 of National Assembly station of subway line 5 and 9. Tickets cost 20,000 to 80,000 won. For more information, call (02) 764-0686 or visit www.vineproduction.com.

‘Snow White’

Nov. 14-16

France-based ballet company, Ballet Preljocaj, found by world-famous choreographer Angelin Preljocaj, will perform reinterpretation dance of the original fairytale “Snow White” at the Seoul Art Center from Nov. 14 to 16. In this ballet performance “Snow White,” Gustavo Mahler’s Symphonies and Jean Paul Gaultier’s costumes will be presented. Tickets cost 30,000 to 150,000 won. For more information, call 1577-5266 or visit www.superseries.kr.

‘Cavalia’

Jamsil Olympic Stadium

Nov. 5-16

The equestrian circus, “Cavalia” will be staged by the original Canadian team at Jamsil Olympic Stadium from Nov. 5 to 16. Located near exit 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2. Tickets cost 50,000 to 250,000 won. For more information, call (02) 1588-5212 or visit www.c-live.co.kr.

Benjamin Millepied & L.A. Dance Project

Nov. 13-14

Star choreographer Benjamin Millepied, best known for participating in 2010 American film, “Black Swan” will perform with his own dance company, Los Angeles Dance Project at the LG Arts Center in southern Seoul on Nov. 13 and 14. Tickets cost 30,000 to 70,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2005-0114 or visit www.lgart.com.