Opera Carmen
Seoul Arts Center
Through Nov. 17
Directed by Cheh Ji-Hyung and conducted by Carlo Palleschi, the opera ``Carmen'' will be performed at the arts center. The femme fatale Carmen and fascinating music by Bizet are sure to lure the audience. Tickets range from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Songs of Brazil
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Nov. 17
Cellist Song Young-hoon and guitarist Jason Vieaux will introduce dynamic Brazilian music to Korea. Songs written by renowned Brazilian composers Heitor Villa Lobos and Antonio Carlos Jobim will be played at the concert. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 55,000 won. Visit www.stompmusic.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Brahms Project 4
Kumho Art Hall
Nov. 22
Under the title ``Brahms vs. Beethoven,'' Beethoven's string quartet ``Razumovsky'' and Brahms's Piano Quintet in f minor will be played at this concert. Tickets range from 30,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.kumhoarthall.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Opera Aida
Nov. 23- 27
More than 300 costumes and outstanding singers, including Irene Cerboncini, embroider the stage of the glamorous opera ``Aida.'' Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 320,000 won. Visit www.besetoopera.or.kr or call (02) 3476-6224. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
La Traviata
Through Nov. 18
Real Teatro of Madrid and Pier Luigi Pizzi presents ``La Traviata'' to a Korean audience. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 310,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Concert, Chocolar
Nov. 25
Ola Viola Sound is a chamber music group of violists led by Oh Soon-hwa. Listen to music composed by Schumann, Marais and more. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 30,000 won. Visit www.mastmedia.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Bucheon Philharmonic Orchestra
Nov. 27
The Bucheon Philharmonic Orchestra will play all of Bruckner's symphonies. They will play ``Symphony No.9'' by Bruckner in the first concert. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 30,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Color of Ravel
Hoam Art Hall
Dec. 1
Pianists Park Chong and Chiharu Aizawa with violinists Park Chisang and Park Mi-seon will play chamber music by Maurice Joseph Ravel, including ``Bolero,'' ``Tzigane'' and ``Pavane Pour Une Infante Defunte.'' Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 55,000 won. Visit www.stompmusic.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 9 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.
Living Classics: Love, You
Dec. 7
Clarinettist Kye Hee-jeong, violinst Yang Ko-woon, cellist You Dae-yeon, violist Kim Sang-jin and pianist Park Chong warm up the winter night with timeless classics. Actor Kim Tae-woo will participate in the concert as a guest speaker. Tickets are 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 9 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.
Les Petits Chanteurs a La Croix de Bois
Dec. 8
Known as the heavenly harmony, Les Petits Chanteurs a La Croix de Bois will hold their 16th Korean concert. Top 24-member choir will sing chants, chansons, Christmas carols and much more. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Jacques Loussier Trio Live in Korea
Dec. 16
Jacques Loussier Trio rearranges the music of Bach into jazz music. Listen to the perfect combination of classic and jazz. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit www.yuyuclassic.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Hong Hei-Kyung Christmas Concert
Dec. 19
The jewel of the Metropolitan Opera of New York, Hong Hei-Kyung will sing chants and Christmas carols. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Kim Yong-bae's 11 O'clock Concert
Through Dec. 13
Pianist Kim Yong-bae, together with other artists, has arranged a series of concerts to familiarize the public with classical music. Concerts are on the second Thursday of every month, at 11:00 a.m. Tickets range from 20,000 won to 27,000 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.
Tenor Jose Carreras Concert
Nov. 14
One of the Three Tenors Jose Carreras will give a concert in Seoul with the KBS Symphony Orchestra, conducted by David Gimenez. Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 300,000 won. Visit www.mastmedia.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Linkin Park
Gymnastics Stadium, Olympic Park
Nov. 30
World famous rock band Linkin Park will hold their second concert in Korea. They recently recorded ``What I've Done'' for the hit movie ``Transformers.'' Tickets cost from 88,000 won to 99,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Sumi Jo & Winners
Dec. 16- Jan. 3
World-renowned soprano Sumi Jo presents an opera gala concert with other vocalists. Mostly Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Francesco Maria Colombo will play the music. This concert tours around the nation. Tickets range from 70,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Yoshinogari - Ancient Korean Culture in Japan
National Museum of Korea
Through Dec. 2
This is the first exhibition on relics found from Japan's largest ancient village site, Yoshinogari. On display are more than 600 objects featuring the overseas trade and cultural exchange between Korea and Japan from around 2,000 years ago. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Blue Dragon, Guardian Deity of East
Through Jan. 6
Cheongnyong (blue dragon) is the guardian deity of the underworld. The detail and brilliant colors of cheongnyong express energy and liveliness, and displays the sophisticated artistry of Goguryeo painters. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Jingdezhen Qingbai Porcelain: Beauty of Pure White Blooming in Blue
Through April 13
The Asian Art Gallery showcases 75 items, including a Qingbai porcelain pillow recovered from the Sinan seabed. Qingbai porcelain, also known as shady blue porcelain, was one of the most favored types of pottery in China. Located at Ichon Station on subway line 4, exit 2.
Le Deux
Post Theater
This dance piece by Performance Unit Soro probes the human body and life through dance along with other multimedia on stage. Tickets cost from 12,000 won to 15,000 won. Visit www.sorounit.com or call (02) 325-0110. Located near exit 5 of Hongik University Station on subway line 2.
Zoo
LIG Arts Hall
Through Dec. 1
Four energetic choreographers of the Young Artist Club will present individual and group dance performances as their annual collaboration project. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 25,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544- 1555. Located near exit 8 of Gangnam Station on subway line 2.
Ballet with Explanation
Yongin Women Hall
Nov. 23 - 24
Korea National Ballet presents a gala performance with explanations of the dances. The repertoire includes ``La Sylphide,'' ``Giselle'' and more. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 25,000 won. Visit www.kballet.org or call 1588- 7890. Located in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province.
The Nutcracker
Dec. 20 -29
The famous Christmas ballet ``The Nutcracker'' is staged by Korea National Ballet, directed by Park In-ja. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.
Swan Lake
Goyang Aram Nuri Arts Complex
Dec. 21-23
Kiev National Shevchenko Theater Ballet and Opera performs Tchaikovskii's ballet ``Swan Lake.'' Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.artgy.or.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 3 of Jeongbalsan Station on subway line 3.
Ballerina Who Loved a B-Boy
Hongik University B-Boy Theater
Open Run
With a reenergized cast and storyline, this entertaining story of a ballerina who falls hopelessly in love with the world of hip-hop is now on stage near Hongik Univ. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.sjbboyz.com or call (02) 323- 5233. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2.
B-Boy Korea
B-Boy Korea Theater
A perfect combination of dance, music and mime, this universal performance is for everyone. Tickets range from 40,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.i-pmc.co.kr or call (02) 721-7636. Located near exits 1 and 12 of City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.
Bud Rock Concert
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park
The 11th Bud Rock Festival will rock Olympic Hall this month. Korean rock stars Lee Seung-hwan, Super Kidd and Dr. Core 911 along with British indie group Starsailor and Japanese bands Ellegarden and Rize will heat up the stage. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Waterdrop of Gods Concert
WooBar, W Seoul Walkerhill
Nov. 23
Taste the ``Waterdrop of Gods'' with Korean band ``Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter'' and author of ``Waterdrop of Gods,'' Tadashi Agi. Tickets are 100,000 won (including wine and snack). Visit ticket.interpark.com or 1544-1555. Located near exit 2 of Gangbyeon Station on subway line 2 (shuttle available).
SeeYa 1st Concert: Goddess
Melon-AX
Nov. 23 -25
The three girls of SeeYa will show their powerful voices and glamorous performances in their first concert. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 66,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 541-4150. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Yangpa Concert: Show, Show, Show
Auditorium, Ewha Womans University
Nov. 24-25
Korean singer Yangpa holds her second concert in ten years. Successfully returning to K-pop after a six-year break, Yangpa will sing her popular songs and more. Tickets range from 55,000 won to 77,000 won. Visit ticket.auction.co.kr or call 1566-1369. Located near exits 2 and 3 of Ewha Womans Univ. Station on subway line 2.
Tom McRae Live in Seoul
Sowol Art Hall
Known for ``You Cut Her Hair'' and ``The Boy with the Bubblegun,'' neo folk superstar Tom McRae comes to Korea for the first time. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 55,000 won. Visit www.smkr.co.kr or call (02) 6083-3765. Located near exit 9 of Wangsimni Station on subway lines 2 and 5.
Super Kidd Concert
The star from Showvival, a Korean version of ``American Idol'' that aired on MBC, Super Kidd holds their concert to show ``Who is Super Kidd?'' Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 55,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3485-8700. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Real Group Christmas Concert
Dec. 4
One of the best a capella groups in the world, the Real Group gives a Christmas concert in Korea. The most beautiful musical instrument, the human voice, will warm up the winter night. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Na Yoon-kwon Concert: Snow Story
Mary Hall, Sogang University
Dec. 7- 9
At this concert, popular Korean ballad singer Na Yoon-kwon will sing ballads, old pop, jazz and modern rock music. Tickets are 55,000 won. Visit www.wnfun.com or call (02) 2179-6019. Located near exit 6 of Sinchon Station on subway line 2.
2007 Jazz Summit
KT Art Hall
Through Nov. 30
Various jazz groups and soloists will perform everyday. Tickets cost 1,000 won. Visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exit 2 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Tell Me on a Sunday
Doosan Art Center
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new monologue musical is now on stage. An English woman travels to New York City after breaking up with her boyfriend. In New York, she meets three guys, Tyler King, Steve and Richard. Tickets cost 28,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.tellmeonasunday.co.kr or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exit 1 of Jongno 5-ga Station on subway line 1.
Finding Kim Jong-wook
Daehangno Art Madang
The Finding-First-Love Company's Kim Jong-wook is back on the stage. A woman looking for her first love hires a man to find him for her. Watch to see how the story between them unravels. Tickets are 40,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Maria Maria
Through Dec. 31
Delve into the life of Mary Magdalene, a prostitute whose path crossed with Jesus and who found a new life with and by him. Tickets range from 50,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.themaria.co.kr or call 1544-5955. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.
Hairspray
Chungmu Art Hall
Through Feb. 17
A big hit from Broadway, the musical Hairspray is now on the Korean stage. Music from the 1960s heats up the stage with unique characters such as Tracy, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart. Tickets range from 40,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555 Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway lines 2 and 6.
Spelling Bee
Through March 9
The Spelling Bee contest has been turned into a heart-warming musical that won the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical in 2005. Four audience members will participate in each show, which will make every show different from the other. Tickets range from 30,000 won to 45,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555 Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway lines 2 and 6.
Great Catsby Season 2
``The Great Catsby'' is not ``The Great Gatsby.'' This is a Korean original musical based on the web cartoon of the same name. It is a love story of the twenties with original numbers written by Atmosphere. Tickets are 40,000 won. Visit www.greatcatsby.com or call (02) 338-6685. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.