G. Verdi's Requiem
Seoul Arts Center
June 19
Soprano Shin Ji-hwa, mezzo-soprano/alto Moon Hye-kyung, tenor Seong Young-gyu and bass Choi Seung-hyuk will interpret Verdi’s ``Requiem.’’ 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.
Homage Concert to Nodame Cantabile
July 7
Paying homage to one of the most popular drama cartoons ``Nodame Cantabile,’’ the concert will be performed by Korea’s young rising stars (pianist Lee Hyo-ju and conductor Choi Su-yeol) to recreate some of the most memorable scenes in the cartoon series. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 55,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 540-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Kim Jeong-won and Friends: ``Attraction’’
Chungmu Art Hall
Pianist Kim Jeong-won calls upon his friends (violinist Baek Ju-yeong, cellist Choi Jeong-eun, saxophonist Son seong-jae, and many more), for an evening of well-known classical pieces from Schubert to soundtracks by Ennio Morricone. Tickets cost from 20,000 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.
Heejeong Lucia Kye’s Clarinet Recital, “Hungarian Rhapsody”
Hoam Art Hall
June 12
Following her ongoing passion for Hungarian composers such as Weiner, Kovac, and Bartok, clarinetist Heejoeng Kye opens her first solo recital this June. Tickets cost 20,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1577-5266. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.
Kanno Yoko’s Ragnarok 2 Concert
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
June 20
The woman responsible for many hit soundtracks on Japanese animations, conductor Kanno Yoko comes for her first Korean concert along with divas, Sakamoto Maya, Origa, and Yamane Mai. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1577-5266. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Stefan Blunier and the Bucheon Philharmonic Orchestra
June 15
German conductor Stefan Blunier is the guest of honor along with young pianist Son Yeol-eum in the 109th Seasonal concert held by the Bucheon Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets cost from 5,000 won to 30,000 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.
Moscow Chamber Orchestra and Ensemble Ditto
June 30
Ensemble “Ditto” (made of four Korean male musicians) joins Moscow’s Chamber Orchestra to present a youthful version of classic masterpieces. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1577-5266. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Florent Heau’s Clarinet Recital
Mozart Hall
French clarinetist Florent Heau will take everyone on a journey through the world by playing music from Spain, Italy, South America, Armenia, the United States and France. Tickets cost 15,000 won. Visit www.mozarthall.co.kr or call (02) 3472-8222. Located near exit 4 of Seocho Station on subway line 2.
Coronation Ball
Sejong Center for Performing Arts
June 15-17
The best songs from the hit French musicals “Starmania” and “Notre Dame de Paris” will be performed by French opera singers alongside the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.ndpkorea.co.kr/cb or call (02) 399-1111. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra Concert
June 26
Composed of the best musicians that Europe has to offer, the Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra will play their own interpretations of Bach while accompanied by other soloist musicians. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 120,000 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.
Christian Lindberg & Nordic Chamber Orchestra
LG Arts Center
Dubbed one of the best brass instrument players of the 21st century, Swedish trombone player Christian Lindberg and the Nordic Chamber Orchestra perform to deliver the sounds of Nordic Europe to the Korean public. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Rascher Saxophone Quartet
Praised for their ingenious classic performances on the saxophone, the Rascher Quartet presents their first concert in Seoul. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 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.
George Winston Solo Piano Concert
June 22
Greet the new season with George Winston’s Summer Concert as he presents a repertoire that varies from Pachelbel’s Canon to his own musical tribute to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 130,000 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.
Lee Kyung-sook: My Life, My Music!
Seoul Arts Center (Recital Hall)
June 16
Pianist Lee Kyung-sook presents a concert with 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 “3 Tenors+1” concert will feature 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.
Gypsy Violinist Lendvay’s Concert
Seoul Arts Center (Concert Hall)
Violinist Jozsef Lendvay and his quintet are 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.
The Black Eyed Peas Live in Seoul
Olympic Park (Aerobics Stadium)
Aug. 15
Their first concert ever to be held in Korea, the energetic and funky hip-hop band will deliver hits such as ``Where Is The Love?’’ ``Let’s Get Retarded’’, ``Shut Up’’, ``My Humps’’, and much more. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 121,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
2007 SM Town Summer Concert
June 30-July 1
Korean superstars such as TVXQ, Super Junior, Kangta, The Grace and more, will be onstage to bring the best of their hits, dance moves and entertainment for the summer. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 66,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
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.
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 (02) 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 museum is located 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.
From Excavation to Exhibition
The National Museum of Korea and the Cultural Heritage Administration are jointly holding a special exhibition, “From Excavation to Exhibition.” Visitors will be introduced to 27 archaeological sites of ancient Korean kingdoms, royal palaces, royal tombs and Buddhist temples with priceless cultural assets. Call (02) 2077-9467. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway lines 1 and 4.
2007 Ballet Musical ``Shim Chung’’
Universal Arts Center
Aug. 16 ? 26
One of Korea’s most popular tales, ``Shim Chung’’ will be told through a ballet brought to life by the same company that brought Korean audiences ``The Nutcracker.’’ Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.uac.co.kr or call (02) 2204-1030. Located near exit 4 of Acha Station on subway line 5.
Tappers
Daehangno Sangmyeong Art Hall
Through June 10
A group of college tap dancers turn their dancing into a comedy play, “Tappers.” Tickets cost from 15,000 won (college students and minors) to 20,000 won. Visit www.tickelink.co.kr. Located inside the Sangmyeong Graduate School of Art and Design near exit 1 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
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.
The Cross Seoul Concert ``39.5℃’’
Hongik University Rolling Hall
The Korean male duo ``The Cross,’’ will hold their first solo concert on a stage filled with fantasy and animation. Tickets cost 33,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 3 of Hapjeong Station on subway line 2.
Monday Nights’ Fusion Gukak Concert ``Hwang Jin Yi’’
Myeongdong Messa Musical Theater
Through June 25
The group ``Hwang Jin Yi’’ performs modern versions of Korean traditional music by incorporating the electric violin with traditional instruments such as the gayageum. Played only on Monday nights. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 4 of Hoehyeon Station on subway line 7.
Position Concert
Sejong University (Daeyang Hall)
After two years of living in Japan, Korea’s ballad prince, Position, returns to the Korean stage to introduce his sixth album. Tickets cost from 50,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 6 of Children’s Grand Park Station on subway line 7.
Bossa Nova Live Show
Apgujeong Club
June 9
Comprised of about 14 musicians, the Apgujeong Club will host a night filled with bossa nova music for all its fans. Tickets cost 18,000 won. Visit www.ticketlinkco.kr. Located near exits 1 and 2 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
Maria Popera Concert
Art Hall Bom
Trained by Italy’s finest music school, Korea’s new popera star, Maria, will astound with her 7-octave span this upcoming June. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.artbo.or.kr or call (02) 338-3513. Located near exit 3 of Daebang Station on subway line 1.
Stone Jazz: On Eastern Angle
Naru Arts Center
June 23
The group Stone Jazz puts on their newest show, “On Eastern Angle,” with both traditional Korean and Western instruments. Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 33,000 won. Visit www.naruarts.co.kr or call (02) 2049-4705.Located near exit 4 of Konkuk University Station on subway line 7.
Kim Gun-mo’s Concert
Coming back with his first album in two years, singer Kim Gun-mo will give the best of his last 10 albums and new songs. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 88,000 won. Visit www.sejonpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1111. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Rumblefish Concert, “Happy Virus”
Dream Theater S.H.
June 8-9
This Korean rock band will attempt to make people happy with their songs. Tickets cost 20,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
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.
Dragon Ash Tour: Music in Korea
MelOn-AX
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.
Jump!
Seongnam Arts Center (Opera House)
July 7 ? 8
A combination of comedy and martial arts, this nonverbal performance will perform in Korea fresh off of their success in England’s West End. Tickets cost from 30,000 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.
Opera “Wozzeck”
June 14-17
Originating from Georg Buchner’s dramatic play, “Woyzeck,” this opera portrays the life of a weak forsaken soldier facing the daily pressures of an ever-growing violent society. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 90,000 won. Visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Chance!
COEX Art Hall
This hit musical depicts the comedy surrounding everyday life in the office. Tickets cost 40,0000 won. Visit www.coexarthall.co.kr or call (02) 6000-6790/1. Located inside COEX Mall near exits 5 and 6 of Samseong Station on subway line 2.
Picnic
Through July 22
“Picnic” is an extreme comedy breakdance 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) 2230-6624/5. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
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) 2230-6624/5. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.