Charity Concert "Because You're There"
Seoul Arts Center
May 19
A special concert with performances by soprano Anna Maria Kaufman, baritone Kim Dong-gyu, the Mostly Philharmonic Orchestra and many more. All proceeds will go to aid people affected with Hansen's disease. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Jin Yong Piano Recital
LG Arts Center
June 2
At barely ten years old, pianist Ji Yong captivated audiences and was the youngest to win first place in the 2001 Young Artist Concours. Now fifteen, he returns to the Korean stage. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.mastmedia.co.kr or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Lee Kyung-sook: My Life, My Music!
Seoul Arts Center (Recital Hall)
May 19, June 16
Pianist Lee Kyung-sook presents a concert with performances by Korea's best classical musicians performing works by Bach, Schubert, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and much more. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
3 Tenors +1 in Seoul
June 10
A rare performance in which three Korean tenors are joined by one baritone, the "Tenors+1" concert will have a myriad of arias as well as other familiar music and songs for the entire audience to enjoy. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Jennifer Koh & Benjamin Hochman's Duo Concert
Kumho Art Hall
June 1
Violinist Jennifer Koh and pianist Benjamin Hochman join forces to bring the best interpretation of Brahms' masterpieces. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.kumhoarthall.com or call (02) 6303-1919. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Gypsy Violinist Lendvay's Concert
Seoul Arts Center (Concert Hall)
Violinist Jozsef Lendvay is joined by friends to present their well-known performances of gypsy music. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 88,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Russian National Orchestra in Korea
May 23
Russia's first and much commended independent orchestra, the Russian National Orchestra performs in Korea under the direction of piano genius Mikhail Pletnev along with Korea's own celebrated pianist, Paik Hae-sun. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 160,000 won. Visit www.mastmedia.co.kr or call (02) 541-6234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Youth Symphony Concert
Seongnam Arts Center (Opera House)
May 27
An impressive alliance made up of four Korean youth symphony orchestras and the Brandenburg Youth Symphony takes part in the first national youth orchestra festival hosted by the Seongnam Arts Center. Tickets cost 10,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.snart.or.kr or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra's Regular Concert
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
May 18
This program is composed of works by Mozart, Ravel, and Debussy. The orchestra will be led by Mikko Franck and accompanied by pianist Gary Graffman, violinist Elissa Koljonen, and violist Robert Diaz. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1111. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
EZ Hyoung and Jang Sei-yong's Stylish Spirit
Hoam Art Hall
May 25
The third concert to take place in the festival, singer-songwriter EZ Hyoung and New Age pianist and singer Jang Sei-yong deliver a program that ranges from classic to pop. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1577-5266. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
Park Yun's Stylish Percussion
Yun Park has already created a buzz among critics with her new genre of music which makes percussion instruments the center of modern classic music. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 751-9997~9. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
Yuhki Kuramoto's May Romance
May 20
Yuhki Kuramoto, who has been at the center of Korea's New Age boom, is back with his third album, "Romance Collection." Tickets cost 30,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Ensemble Homage's Stylish Classics
May 22
As part of the Seoul City Festival, the Ensemble Homage will perform well-known music from composers Ennio Morricone and George Gershwin, and musicians such as Paul McCartney, and John Lennon. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 751-9997~9. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
Pluck
Bandai Dream Theater
May 23-27
The unconventional string trio Pluck will present "The Specialists," a combination of classical music performance and slapstick comedy. They will also appear at Seoul Open Theater Changdong in central Seoul from May 29 to June 10. Tickets cost 33,000 won for shows at Bandai. Visit www.go-arthall.co.kr, or call 1588-7890 or 1544-1555. Located near Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Christina Aguilera's Tour in Seoul
Olympic Park (Gymnasium)
June 23-24
The Grammy Award-winning singer comes to Korea for the first time as part of her "Back To Basics" tour. Tickets cost from 80,000 won to 160,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Lion King
Charlotte Theater
Through June 1
This Japanese version of the Disney musical will go on stage to enchant and captivate audiences with its well-known African music and rhythms. Tickets cost from 35,000 won to 90,000 won. Visit www.charlottetheater.com or call (02) 411-5083/5. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Red Phoenix
National Museum of Korea
Through July 1
Taking place in the Goguryeo section of the Archaeological Gallery, the museum will showcase the Red Phoenix (the Guardian Deity of the South) in paintings, sculptures, and other historical crafts. Call 2077-9643. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway lines 1 and 4.
Mirror: Another Me Reflected by Light
Amore Pacific Museum
Through Aug. 25
The Amore Pacific Museum is holding an exhibition titled "Mirror: Another Me Reflected by Light" throughout Aug. 25. The exhibition shows earlier patterns and materials of mirrors. The exhibition takes place at the Amore Pacific Museum in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. Call (031) 285-7215.
Women Theater- Artifacts Allude to the Stores of Late Joseon's Women
Coreana Cosmetics Museum
Through June 23
The Coreana Cosmetics Museum is offering a special exhibition, "Women Theater-Artifacts Allude to the Stores of Late Joseon's Women." The exhibition displays some 40 pieces of artifacts related to women. Call (02) 547-9177 or visit www.spacec.co.kr. Located near Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
2007 Korea International Ballet Competition
Universal Arts Center
May 18-25
Both renowned and beginning ballet dancers from all over the world will all congregate on stage in Seoul for the annual Seoul International Ballet Competition. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.uac.co.kr or call (02) 2204-1030/1033. Located near exit 4 of Acha Station on subway line 5.
Seoul Metropolitan Dance Theater's "Eternal Root of Relationship"
May 23-24
In this dance performance that deals on the theme on relationships, the choreography will showcase Korean modern dance with nature inspired props to ornate the stage. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1111. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
2007 Dong-A Dance Festival
May 30
The annual dance festival commences yet again. Enjoy unforgettable performances of a variety of dance styles. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1111. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Evening Prayer
May 25-27
Alain Platel, choreographer and creator of the Belgian contemporary dance company, "C. de la B." and the latter have created a dance performance unlike any other with unimaginable. Movements are choreographed to a mix of jazz, gypsy, and baroque music. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Ballerina Who Loved a B-boy
SJ B-boys Theater
Open run
B-boys pit the latest urban moves against the most delicate of pirouettes in this local nonverbal stage performance. There are no performances on Mondays. Tickets cost 50,000 won. Visit sjbboys.com or call (02) 366-5377. Located near Hongik University's Main Gate.
Julia's Brunch Ballet
Universal Art Center
Through Nov. 15
The Universal Ballet Company will perform different masterpieces for each season. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 20,000 won. Visit www.universalballet.com. Located near Achasan Station on subway line 5.
Argentina's Nonverbal Performance - "Making Sound"
Hanam Arts Center
May 18-19
A concoction of non-instrumental performances, comedy, dance and theater, Argentina's "El Choque Urbano" (similar to England's "Stomp" comes to ignite the Latin rhythms in Korea. Visit www.hnart.co.kr or call (031) 790-7979. Located near exit 8 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Paul Van Dyk
Sheraton Walker-Hill Hotel (Gayagum Hall)
One of the most celebrated DJs in today's pop culture, Paul Van Dyk will perform for one night at the Sheraton featuring some of his well-known music from the 90s to his most recent work. Tickets cost 60,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 4555-000. Located near Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5 (hotel shuttle buses available).
Solists' Acapella Concert
Chungmu Art Hall
The first acapella group to form in Korea, the group Solists gained a notable reputation since their debut in 1993 for their ability to make classic music lighter and pop music elegant. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624~6626. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Boney M Concert in Korea
Olympic Park (Olympic Hall)
June 11-12
The iconic disco group from the 70s, Boney M will perform some of their undying disco classics with their powerful rhythms. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Seoul Jazz Festival 2007
Sejong Center
Through June 3
An astounding four days of jazz music performed by top musicians (Dimension, J-Fusion All Stars, Joe Sample of The Crusaders, Randy Crawford, and the Pat Metheny Trio) celebrate the city as it falls into the charm of jazz. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 130,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Marisa Monte's Korea Concert
Brazilian muse Maria Monte comes to Korea as part of her 2007 World Tour to introduce her latest album, a blend of the rhythmic Brazilian traditional with the modern pop. Tickets cost 30,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Dragon Ash Tour: Music in Korea
MelOn-AX
June 9
The Japanese hip hop/rock band will perform a musical mix of reggae, rap, rock, punk, Spanish, and R&B. Tickets cost 66,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark. com or call (02) 540- 2740. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Park Hyo-shin's 2007 Concert
May 19-20
Singer Park Hyo-shin is going on a national tour to present his long-awaited 5th album, "The Breeze of Sea." Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Picnic
May 26-July 22
"Picnic" is an extreme comedy break-dance musical about a handful of prisoners wanting to get out of jail. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.thepicnic.co.kr or call (02) 2230-6624~26. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
The 7 Fingers: Traces
National Museum of Korea (Theater)
May 25- 27
An incredible show mixing acrobatics, sports, dance, electronic music, jazz, pop, slide shows, graffiti, and a talented cast, "Traces" will no doubt leave a mark with their first Korean performance. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit www.cfnmk.or.kr/theater/information.php or call 1544-5955. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.
Spitfire Grill
Through Aug. 5
The musical that portrays the story of small town girl, Percy Talbott, after she is released from prison and starts life all over again at the Spitfire Grill. Tickets cost from 35,000 won to 45,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624~26. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
West Side Story
May 26-July 1
The unforgettable story of Tony and Maria comes to the Korean musical stage. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 85,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 3141-1345. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Great Jang Geum (Jewel in the Palace)
Seoul Arts Center (Opera Hall)
May 26 -June 17
The heartbreaking and courageous story of the genius palatial maid that took Asia by storm is now a musical. No performance on Mondays. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Guys & Dolls
Messa B-Boy Theater
Through May 31
Breakdancers retell the musical "Guys & Dolls." Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 1588-7890. Located near Hoehyeon Station on subway line 4.
The King and I
National Theater of Korea
Through May 29
Performed by the original Broadway cast, the story of Madam Leonowens and the king of Siam finally comes to the Korean stage. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.ntok.go.kr or call (02) 2280-4115/6. Located near exit 2 of Dongguk University Station on subway line 3.
Wuthering Heights
Daehangno Arts Center (Hall 3)
Through May 27
Emily Bronte's masterpiece of the feud between the Earnshaws and the Lintons and the two loves caught in between is brought to life in Korea. Tickets cost 15,000 won (elementary, junior high and high school students), 20,000 won (college student), and 30,000 won. Visit artmadang.co.kr or call (02) 747-2114. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.