Amsterdam Royal Concertgebouw String Quartet with Suh Hai-kyung
Seoul Arts Center
Nov. 20
The string quartet from the Amsterdam Concertgebouw Orchestra, one of Europe's top three orchestras along with Berlin and Vienna, visits Korea with pianist Suh Hai-kyung. The quartet will play pieces by Mozart and Grieg, and piano quintets by Brahms. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit ticketlink.co.kr or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Kim Julius-Jeongwon Grand Tour Recital
Seongnam Arts Center
Nov. 27
Pianist Kim Jeong-won, the real-life model of the Korean movie ``For Horowitz,' embarks on tour from Nov. 11 to Dec. 28, visiting 12 Korean cities. The program includes Bach's Chaconne, Chopin's Barcarolle and Rachmaninoff's Piano Sonata. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 2658-3546. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang line.
Philharmonic String Quintet Berlin
Ceramic Palace Hall
Nov. 18
The Philharmonic String Quintet Berlin from the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra will play Brahms, including string quintet Op.111 and piano quintet Op.34 with pianist Kim Jung-eun. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 70,000 won. For more information, visit cphall.org or call (02) 3411-4668. Located near exit 7 of Ilwon Station on subway line 3.
World Symphony Orchestra
Nov. 24
The World Symphony Orchestra (WSO), a project orchestra consisting of 80 major players from 20 countries, visits Korea with Maestro Gum Nansae. Cellist Song Young-hoon and pianist Igor Tchetuev join as special guests. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 580-1300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Emmanuel Pahud & Trevor Pinnock & Jonathan Manson Trio Recital
Dec. 7
A rare chance to hear flute, harpsichord, and cello comes to Korea with three top artists, Trevor Pinnock, Jonathan Manson, and Emmanuel Pahud, the top flutist of Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. The trio will play Baroque music, including Bach, Purcell, and Telemann. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 80,000 won. For more information, visit clubbalcony.com or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Renaud & Gautier Capucon Duo Recital
Hoam Art Hall
Dec. 9
Violinist Renaud and cellist Capucon have their first concert in Korea. With their ``fantastic tunes,'' as The Strad described, this genius classical duo recorded almost every piece of chamber music on the Virgin Label. Tickets costs from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 751-9606-10. Located near exits 9 and 10 of City Hall Station on subway line 2
Hello Mr. Dulcamara
YE-Hall Apgujeong
Through Dec. 25
The opera ``L' Elisir d' Amore'' is adapted to modern Apgujeong, one of Seoul's ``it'' neighborhoods. It distinguishes itself from many other existing remake versions, especially by focusing on Dulcamara, a medicine peddler. It also adopts pantomime and graphic techniques. Tickets cost 25,000 won. For more information, visit yehall.com or call (02) 541-8367, 8380. Located near exit 2 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
``Knock'' Percussion Concert with Kim Sun-kyung
Goyang Oulimnuri
Nov. 22
Musical actress Kim Sun-kyung hosts a percussion concert, titled ``Knock'' under the theme ``Passion, Flutter, and Funny.'' It presents a variety of percussion music from Brazilian rhythms to children's songs. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 35,000 won. For more information visit www.interpark.com or call (02) 515-9227. Located near exit 4 of Wondang Station on subway line 3.
Seoul International Guitar Festival
CTS Art Hall
Nov. 16~20
Guitar and Korean traditional music meet at the Seoul International Guitar Festival (SIGF). Peppino' D Agostino, a master of the acoustic finger-style-guitar, and Jason Vieaux, winner of the American International Concours, play together with the KBS Traditional Music Orchestra. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won and festival cards are available for 60,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 523-0110. Located near from Noryangjin Station on subway line 1.
Elizabeth Joy Roe Piano Recital
Nov. 25
Talented pianist Elizabeth Joy Roe, described as ``brilliant'' by the New York Times, will offer her favorite tunes including those by Bach, Chopin and Wagner. All tickets cost 30,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1577-5622. Located near exits 9 and 10 of City Hall Station on subway line 2.
Paik Gun-woo Piano Recital
Nov. 30
Pianist Paik Gun-woo plays Olivier Messiaen for the first time since 1996. Celebrating the centennial anniversary of Messiaen's birth, Paik plays his ``Twenty Views on Christ Child,'' known as the world's most difficult piano solo on account of its technique. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.com or call (02) 751-9606-10. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra & Sir Simon Rattle
Nov. 20 and 21
One of the world's finest orchestras, the Berlin Philharmonic will perform all four Brahms's symphonies under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle. Brahms and the Berlin Philharmonic have a special relationship, as they are the world's first orchestra to play Brahms's third symphony. Tickets cost from 70,000 won to 450,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 720-3933. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Alegria
Jamsil Sports Complex
Open run
Canadian circus group Cirque du Soleil brings ``Alegria'' to Korean fans. ``Joy'' in Spanish, Alegria is a more upbeat show than the troupe's previous performance, Quidam. For more information, visit www.cirquedusoleil.co.kr or call (02) 541-3150. Located near exits 6 and 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Alive Gallery
Sports Complex
Enjoy some of the best-known frescos, paintings and sculptures at Alive Gallery. The gallery offers a memorable experience where pieces move and describe themselves, as they were alive. All tickets cost 17,000 won. Located near exits 6 and 8 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Romeo and Juliet by Kang Sue-jin
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Nov. 17 and 18
o celebrate her winning the John Cranco Prize, ballerina Kang Sue-jin of Stuttgart Ballet and her troupe visit Korea with ``Romeo and Juliet,'' adapted and simplified from the play and now exclusively performed by Stuttgart Ballet. Tickets cost 30,000 won to 250,000 won. For more information, visit www. interpartk.com or call (02)751-9606-10. Located near exits 8 and 1 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Sachoom
Sachoom Theater
Open Run
Sachoom is an abbreviation of ``Dance When You Are in Love'' in Korean. Experience various dance moves that range from hip-hop and modern to traditional. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.lovedance.co.kr or call (02) 3676-7617. Located near exit 5 of Anguk Station on subway line 3.
Ballerina Who Loved a B-Boy
B-Boy Theater, Hongik University
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 University. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.sjbboyz.com or call (02) 323-5233.
Break Out
Break Out Theater
Having drawn attention at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last year, Break Out features B-boy performances along with comedy. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.breakout.co.kr or call (02) 722-3995. Located near exit 15 of Jongno 3-ga Station on subway lines 1, 3 and 5.
Epik High Mirri Christmas Concert
Museum, Hongik Univ.
Nov. 21
Epik High is holding a concert, titled ``Mirri Christmas Party,'' which means ``Christmas Party in advance.'' With a concept of school-look, the audience is asked to wear school uniform accessories to remind them of their school life. Tickets cost 30,000 won. 19 and over. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 542-1567. Located near Hong-ik University.
Dongmulwon Concert
Yonsei Centennial Hall
Nov. 29
Folk rock band Dongmulwon (Zoo) is holding a concert to celebrate its 20th anniversary. Titled ``People that Sell Memory, and People that Buy Memory,'' e concert focuses on memories. If audience members post photos with stories on Dongmulwon's Web site (ezoo.com), the band will mention them during the concert. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit concert.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 720-3933. Located in Yonsei University near exits 2 and 3 of Sinchon Station on subway line 2.
Windy City & Kingston Rudieska 1st Joint Concert
Rolling Hall
Windy City, Korea's top reggae/soul band, and Kingston Rudieska, a brass/ska band, are holding their first joint concert under the title of ``Live Healing.'' Folk rock band Jang Kiha And Faces are joining as special guests. Tickets cost 25,000 won in advance and 30,000 won at the door. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2231-3304. Located near exit 1 of Sangsu Station on subway line 6.
Armin Van Buuren in Seoul
Club Volume in Itaewon
DJ Armin Van Buuren, who was elected as world top DJ of 2007, visits Korea with DJ Blake Jarrell. He started to produce trance music when he was nine, and now hosts famous radio show ``State of Trance.'' Tickets costs 50,000 won in advance and 60,000 won at the door. For more information, visit www.interpark.com or call 1544-2635. Located inside Crown Hotel Itaewon near Noksapyeong Station on subway line 6.
Priscilla Ahn Live in Korea
Sangsang- madang
Dec. 4
A rising singer/songwriter Priscilla Ahn is having a concert in Korea for the first time. Her acoustic tunes have become famous since ``Dream'' was played in the movie ``Disturbia'' and the drama ``Grey's Anatomy.'' Playing nine musical instruments by herself, she is praised as the next Norah Jones. Tickets cost 55,000 won. For more information, visit yellownine.co.kr or call (02) 3444-9969. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2 and exit 3 of Hapjeong Station on subway line 2.
Jo Sung-mo's Cryout Concert
Cities of Korea and Japan
Through Dec. 31st
To celebrate his 10 years as a musician and return from military service, singer Jo Sung-mo will present a variety of music genres, including rock, jazz, and electric, as well as his exclusive ballads. Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 88,000 won. For more information, visit www.interpark.com or call (02) 548-0733. Located at Children's Grand Park.
Maximilian Hecker
Nov. 17
Maximilian Hecker revisits Korea, celebrating his second album release. Korean modern rock band Zitten will join as a special guest. Tickets cost 33,000 won for advance purchase or 38,000 won at the door. For more information visit www.yehall.com or call (02) 3142-2981. Located near exit 2 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
YB the Rock Concert
Olympic Hall
Nov. 22 and 23
Korea's famous rock band YB (Yun Do-hyeon Band) is holding ``The Rock'' concert. The band will play previously unreleased songs. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 88,000 won. For more information, visit concert.ticketlink.com or call 1588-5848. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Fall in Fall Malo Jazz Concert
Bucheon Boksagol Culture Center
Korea's top jazz singer, Malo, is giving a concert under the title ``Fall in Fall.'' Malo studied jazz at UC Berkeley and released her fourth album last year. She will sing Korean jazz with her renowned scat singing. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 25,000 won. For more information, visit tickets.interpark.com or call (02) 320-6335. Located near exit 2 of Songnae Station on subway line 1.
Fiddler on the Roof
The National Theater of Korea
Nov. 19-Dec. 28
The musical ``Fiddler on the Roof'' is presented as a Korean adaptation. The musical describes a father's love as he sends his daughter away in a fixed marriage. With its delicate melody of ``Sunrise, Sunset,'' it has been awarded 11 Tonys, three Oscars, and two at Golden Globes. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exits 2 and 6 of Dongguk Univ. Station on subway line 3.
Warai no Daigaku (College of Laughs)
Dongsoong Art Center
Through Nov. 30
Dongsoong Theater Company presents ``Warai no Daigaku'' from the Japanese play written by Koki Mitani. During World War II, a writer struggles to protect his works from a censor who tries to get rid of all the humorous lines. Actor Hwang Jung-min plays the writer. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 45,000 won. For more information, visit www.interpark.co.kr or call (02) 766-6007. Located near exit 1 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Cats
Charlotte Theater
Through Dec. 28
Since it was first written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and produced by Cameron Mackintosh, more than 6 million people from all over the world have seen it. Shin Yeong-suk and Ock Ju-hyeon play Grizabella while Kim Jin-su and Dae-sung play Rum Tum Tugger. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalcats.co.kr or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Kleopatra
Universal Art Center
The musical reconstructs ancient Rome's battle scene and traditional costumes, based on historical research. Kim Seon-kyeong and Park Ji-yun bring Kleopatra's dramatic life to the stage. Tickets cost 40,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 549-4167. Located near exit 4 of Achasan Station on subway line 5.
Xanadu
Doosan Art Center
Through Nov. 23
Greek muse Clio descends from Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California and meets Sonny. Clio shares her powers with Sonny, a struggling artist and the two create a roller disco called ``Xanadu.'' But Clio falls in love with the mortal Sonny. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 99,000 won. For more information, visit www.smxanadu.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 1 of Jongno 5-ga Station on subway line 1.
Sheer Madness
Daehangno Art Madang
``Sheer Madness'' follows a murder case that happens in a beauty salon of the same name. What is unique is that every episode ends with a different ending, as the play lets the audience figure out the murderer, so that they can be fully absorbed in the episode. Tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit shearmadness.co.kr or call (02?501-7888. Located near exit 2 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Dandelion That Becomes the Wind
Through Jan. 4
Actor Cho Jae-hyun comes back to the stage as an old man who lives in his memories after losing his wife. Directed by Kim Nak-hyeong, winner of Artist of the Year in 2006. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 35,000 won. For more information, visit www.idsartcenter.co.kr or call (02) 766-6007. Located near exit 1 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Love and Blood
Daehangno Open Theater
This is the first musical to portray the personalities of people with different blood types. Try guessing the blood type of the four characters, each possessing vastly different personalities. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit www.ticketlink.co.kr or call 1577-5878. Located near exit 4 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.