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[CLASSICAL CONCERTS]
Berlin Philharmonic Ensemble
Seoul Arts Center
Nov. 26
The Berlin Philharmonic Ensemble will perform at the Seoul Arts Center on Nov. 26, during which they will play the works of J. S. Bach, W. A. Mozart, J. Halvorsen and J. Brahms.
Founded in 1999, the Berlin Phil Ensemble has been invited to perform at major festivals and concerts in Europe. They are well-known for their interpretations of instruments and wide range of chamber music repertoires. Their upcoming performance will feature pianist Park Jong-hoon as a special guest. Park will play J. Brahms Quartet for Pianoforte string with the ensemble.
Tickets cost from 30,000 to 150,000 won. For more information, call 1544-9373.
‘Tchaikovsky's Winter Dream'
Dec. 3
KBS Symphony and the pianist Son Yeoleum will perform with the conductor Yoel Levi at the Seoul Arts Center, Dec. 3, during which they will play the three works of P.I. Tchaikovsky.
Established in 1956, the KBS Symphony became the representative of Korean classic music performance. Son Yeoleum won the first prize in multiple piano competitions.
This concert is part of a series of Samsung Card Select concerts. Tickets cost from 40,000 to 100,000. The hall is close to exit 3 of Seocho station, subway line 2 or the exit 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station, subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 6099-7400.
‘2015 The Little Singers of Paris'
Dec. 13
Sejong Center for Performing Arts
The Little Singers of Paris will perform on Dec. 13 at the Sejong Center for Performing Arts. The Little Singers of Paris is the only boy acapella choir in the world. Including "Nella Fantasia", they will perform Christmas carols and folk songs around the world.
The hall is close to the exit 1 of Gwanghwamun Station, subway line 8. Tickets cost 33,000 to 110,000 won. For more information, call (02) 597-9870.
[BIG TICKETS]
Kim Kyung-ho
Olympic Park
Nov. 21
Kim Kyung-ho is holding a concert at the Olympic Park on Nov. 31.
Debuting in 1994, Kim is one of the Korea's legendary male rock vocalists. He has many hits, such as "Forbidden Love," "My Love in Heaven," "Wine" and "Habit".
The Olympic Park is near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station, Subway line 5, and Exit 1 of Mongchontoseong Station, Subway Line 8. Tickets cost 35,000 won. For more information, call (02) 410-1655.
Shin Seung-hun
Kyunghee University Peace Amphitheater
Dec. 4-6
Shin Seung-hun will perform at the Kyunghee University Peace Amphitheater on Dec. 4-6.
Debuting in 1991, Shin is a male ballad vocalist who represents the Korean music scene. He appeared on various OST albums, such as A Thousand Days' Promise, Iris and I Can Hear Your Voice. He also appeared on the Voice of Korea, a survival music program that discovers hidden singers, as a judge.
The hall is close to exit 1 of Hoegi Station, subway line 1. Tickets cost 77,000 to 143,000 won. For more information, call (02) 371-8380.
Cho Yong-pil
Dec. 12
Cho Yong-pil is holding a concert at the Olympic Park on Dec. 12.
Debuting in 1979, Cho is one of Korea's legendary male vocalists. His first album was the first in Korea to sell more than a million copies. His hits, such as "Short Hair," "Let's Go Travel" and "Mona Lisa," have been covered by other singers. He released his 19th album, "Hello," in 2013 and the album's title song, "Bounce," was beloved by the public.
The Olympic Park is close to Exit 3 of Olympic Park Station, Subway Line 5, and Exit 1 of Mongchontoseong Station, Subway Line 8. Tickets cost from 88,000 to 154,000 won. For more information, call (02) 541-7110.
[POP & JAZZ]
IU
Olympic Park Olympic Hall
Nov. 21-22
IU, a female singer song-writer will perform at the Olympic Park Olympic Hall on Nov. 21 and 22.
Debuting in 2008, she is a favorite of people from all ages. "Boo," "You and Me," and "Pink Shoes" are examples of her hits. She collaborated with famous singers, such as Kim Chang-wan and Seo Tae-ji. She recently released a new album "Chat-shire."
The hall is close to exit 3 of Olympic Park Station, subway line 5 and exit 1 of Mongchontoseong Station, subway line 8. Tickets cost 99,000 to 110,000 won. For more information, call 1800-9526.
UnprettyRapstar 2
Nov. 28
The casts of the UnprettyRapstar 2will perform at the Olympic Park on Nov. 28.
UnprettyRapstar 2 is a TV survival program that female rappers compete on to produce an album that will be released after the program. The members of UnprettyRapstar 2 comprised of both indie rappers, such as Kitti B, Truedy, and Heize, to members of Korean girl bands, such as Yezi, Yubin and Hyolyn.
The concert hall is close to the exit 3 of Olympic Park Station, subway line 5 and exit 1 of Mongchontoseong Station, subway line 8. Tickets cost 77,000 to 88,000 won. For more information, call (02) 6092-3711.
Kiha&The Faces
Blue Square Samsung Card Hall
Dec. 12-13
Kiha&The Faces will perform a year-end concert on Dec. 12-13 at Blue Square Samsung Card Hall.
Kiha&The Faces is an all-male group comprised of six members, including one Japanese member. Debuting in 2008 with the song "Cheap Coffee," the band has released three albums. Winner of a prize by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Kiha&The Faces is widely known for its unique style.
The concert hall is close to exits 2 and 3 of Hangangjin Station, subway line 6. Tickets cost 88,000 to 99,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555 or visit www.facebook.com/drdramc.
g.o.d
Dec. 16-20
g.o.d will perform concerts from Dec. 16 to 20 at the Olympic Park.
Debuting in 1999, g.o.d gained popularity in the early 2000s widely from teenagers and younger audiences. After the release of the band’s seventh album in 2005, the group took a break for more than a decade. They returned last year with the song “The Story of Our Lives.”
The concert hall is close to exit 3 of Olympic Park Station, subway line 5 or exit 1 of Mongchontoseong Station, subway line 8. Tickets cost from 88,000 to 143,000 won. For more information, call 1599-2005.
Coffee Boy
Ilchi Art Hall
Dec. 19-31
Coffee Boy will hold a concert at the Ilchi Art Hall on Dec. 19-31.
Debuting in 2010, Coffee Boy is a male ballad singer song-writer. He is renowned for lyrical music. His hits are "It's Enough," "I Will Be on Your Side," and "Can I Get Married."
The hall is close to exit 4 of Apgujeongrodeo Station, subway line Bundang, and exit 4 of Gangnam-gu Office Station, subway line 7. Tickets cost 44,000 won. For more information, call (031) 969-9192.
[PLAYS & MUSICALS]
‘Neulgeun Thief Story'
Coex Art Hall
Through Nov. 29
The witty play the "Neulgeun Thief Story" will be performed through Nov. 29 at Coex Art Hall. The play has been performed for 26 years. The story is about two old thieves caught trying to steal art from the gallery of the president.
The theater is located near the exit 5 and 6 of Samsung Station, subway line 2. Tickets price 35,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3672-0900.
‘MuhanDongryeok'
Daehangno TOM Theatre 1
Through Jan. 3, 2016
The musical "MuhanDongryeok" will be performed through Jan. 1, 2016 at Daehangno TOM Theatre 1.
The story is about young and discouraged 20 year olds, such as Jang Seon-jae who keeps failing to get a job, Kim Sol who has only maintained her living with part-time jobs over four years, and Jin Ki-han who pretends to prepare for the civil servant bar exam but in reality is addicted to computer games.
They live in a common rent house, and get close together. The musical is a remake version of the web cartoon "MuhanDongryeok" by Joo Ho-min. The theater is located near exit 1 ofHyehwa Station, subway line 4.
Tickets cost 50,000 to 60,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555.
‘Chicago, the Musical’
D Cube Art Center
Nov. 14 – Feb. 6, 2016
“Chicago, the Musical” will be performed through Feb. 6, 2016, at the D Cube Art Center.
The musical has been performed in more than 34 countries. Staged for 19 years, it became the second longest running performance on Broadway in 2014. Famous Korean stars IVY, Cho Jeong-won, Lee Jong-hyeok and Sung Gi-yun will be part of the cast.
Tickets cost 50,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555.
[DANCE]
‘Korean National Ballet – SPECIAL GALA'
The National Museum of Korea
The Korean National Ballet company will perform at the National Museum of Korea on Nov. 21.
Kang Su-jin, the art director of the company changed the ballet pieces famous in European countries into a performance fit for small theaters. The company will perform four pieces including the "Ballet 101" and the "AusHolbergsZeit".
Tickets price 20,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, call 1544-5955 or visit
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‘A Clockwork Orange’
Dongsoong Arts Center
Dec. 5-6
Based on the novel of the same title by Anthony Burgess, “A Clockwork Orange” will be performed on Dec. 5 and 6 at Dongsoong Arts Center.
The main topic of “A Clock Work Orange” is the dehumanization of individual citizens by a government. Kim Nam-shik is a contemporary dance choreographer and reinterprets the story in his distinctive style. Contemporary dance, fine arts, literature and music will be combined in the performance.
Tickets cost 30,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2263-4680.
[CLUBS]
Club Octagon
Nonhyeon
Near the New Hilltop Hotel in Nonhyeon, this club is notable for its stylish interior and elite clientele. The club offers a club stage, lounge bar and dining area to satisfy any night out after work or on the weekend. Near exit 4 of Hakdong Station on subway line 7. For more information, call (02) 516-8847.
Club Globe Lounge
Itaewon
Club Globe Lounge is famous among women looking for a place to throw birthday parties or have a light dinner. From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., it serves as a bar, and after 10 p.m., it changes into a club. Every Thursday, Club Globe Lounge has Happy Hour, providing a buffet for guests. Club Globe Lounge is located near the Hamilton Hotel near exit 2 Itaewon Station, subway line 6. For more information, call (02) 792-1127 or visit globeloungekr.com.
Club Evans
Hongik University
Club Evans is a live jazz club, providing a platform ground for emerging jazz artists for the last 10 years. It operates jazz recording studios and a jazz academy as well, providing albums for many local jazz artists. Club Evans provides jazz concerts, and leads music sessions every Monday and Tuesday. Club Evans is located near exit 1 Sangsu Station, subway line 6. Club Evans opens from 7:30 p.m. For more information, call (02) 337-8361 or visit www.clubevans.com.
Once in a Blue Moon
Apgujeong
Once in a Blue Moon is one of the best-known and well-established jazz clubs in the city. It features live jazz sets from two different bands every night, usually starting at 7:30 p.m. It is located between the Hakdong intersection and Galleria department stores in the posh district of Apgujeong. For more information, call (02) 549-5490 or visit www.onceinabluemoon.co.kr.
Club Answer
Cheongdam
Club Answer, chosen as one of the five hottest clubs in Seoul by CNN, provides a spacious interior and brilliant lighting system with entertaining DJs on stage nightly. Club Answer is in the classy area of Cheongdam, a district known to lead the party culture of Seoul. Located near exit 13 of Cheongdam Station on subway line 7. For more information, call (02) 514-4311 or visit www.clubanswer.co.kr.
Club Double Eight
Sinsa
Opened in 2010, Club Double Eight takes clubbing to the heights. Located in Gangnam, it provides diverse hotel promotions and features weekend lineups with exuberant DJs. Located near exit 1 of Sinsa Station on subway line 3. For more information, call (02) 543-8803 or visit cafe.naver.com/doubleeight.