Kim Yoon-ah takes on musical role

Kim Yoon-ah /Korea Times file

Kim Yoon-ah, 41, a vocalist with rock band Jaurim, has begun a career as a musical actress.

She will plays “Mrs. Danvers,” in the musical “Rebecca” her first such role since she made her singing debut in 1997.

“Rebecca,” a German musical, is based on the novel of the same name by Daphne du Maurier. The story is about Maxim DeWinter, his new wife and Mrs Danvers, the manipulative housekeeper who blindly loves DeWinter’s ex-wife “Rebecca.”

Jaurim debuted with the single “Hey Hey Hey,” in 1997. The band has had several hits, including “Miss Korea,” “Magic Carpet Ride,” and “Goodbye Grief.”

Kim, 41, has been often praised for her singing ability.