Rock'n Christmas with The Ahn Trio
Seoul Arts Center
Dec. 17
The Ahn Trio, made up of pianist Lucia, violinist Angella, and cellist Maria, visits Korea with ``fashionable'' tunes. Formed in 1979, when they were not yet 10 years old, the Ahn Trio has captivated classical music fans, with their distinctive sounds and charismatic presence. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 751-9606~10. 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 inspiration for the Korean movie ``For Horowitz,'' is currently touring through 12 cities. He will play at Seongnam Arts Center Nov. 27. 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.
World Symphony Orchestra
Nov. 24
The World Symphony Orchestra (WSO), a project orchestra consisting of 80 major players from 20 countries, will offer their distinctive melodies with maestro Gum Nanse. Cellist Song Young-hoon and pianist Igor Tchetuev will 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.
Renaud & Gautier Capucon Duo Recital
Hoam Art Hall
Dec. 9
Violinist Renaud Capucon and cellist Gautier Capucon will have their first concert in Korea. The brother duo has recorded almost every piece of chamber music on the Virgin Label. Tickets cost 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.
KBS Symphony Orchestra with Spanish Brass Luur Metalls
Nov. 28
KBS Symphony Orchestra holds its 624th concert. Under the baton of Hahm Shinik, the orchestra will offer a ravishing journey of classical music with the brass quintet Spanish Brass Luur Metalls. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information visit kbsso.kbs.co.kr or call (02) 781-2243, 4. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Bucheon Philharmonic Orchestra
Nov. 30
Bucheon Philharmonic Orchestra presents the complete Bruckner symphonies at this special event. Out of respect for Bruckner (1824-1896), the concert is held under the title ``Linz,'' the city where Bruckner wrote his masterpieces. Tickets cost from 5,000 won to 30,000 won. For more information, visit www.bucheonphil.org or call (032) 320-3481. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Emmanuel Pahud & Trevor Pinnock & Jonathan Manson Trio Recital
Dec. 7
Emmanuel Pahud, Trevor Pinnock, and Jonathan Manson will bring beautiful harmony of the flute, harpsichord, and cello, respectively. 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.
Hello Mr. Dulcamara
YE-Hall Apgujeongz
Through Dec. 25
The opera ``L'Elisir d' Amore'' is adapted to modern Apgujeong, one of Seoul's most trendy neighborhoods. It distinguishes itself from many other existing remakes, especially by focusing on Dulcamara, a traveling quack doctor. 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.
Opera `Moses'
Goyang Aramnuri Theater
Dec. 12-14
Seoul Opera Ensemble presents G. Rossini's opera ``Moses.'' The opera follows Moses' journey to save the Israelites from the Egyptians. First written in 1818, ``Moses'' still stands as one of the grand religious operas, with its magnificent chorus and storyline. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.operamose.com or call (02) 741-7389. Located near exit Aramnuri of Jeongbalsan Station on subway line 3.
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 Kun-woo Piano Recital
Pianist Paik Kun-woo plays Olivier Messiaen for the first time since 1996. Celebrating the centennial anniversary of Messiaen's birth, Paik plays his ``Twenty Views on Infant Jesus,'' known as the world's most difficult piano solo. 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.
Alegria
Jamsil Sports Complex
Open run
Canadian circus group Cirque du Soleil brings ``Allegria'' 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 if they were alive. All tickets cost 17,000 won. Located near exits 6 and 8 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
The Moon
Gyeonggi Arts Center
Korean martial arts come to the stage in a dance adaptation, ``The Moon.'' Various martial arts, such as Taekwondo and Taekkyeon, add an oriental touch to the story. The performance describes the birth of the world, and the confrontation between virtue and vice. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit www.ggac.or.kr or call (031) 230-3440~2. Take off at Suwon Station on subway line 1, and get on buses number 92, 92-1, 83, 83-1, 82-1, 15, 51.
Sachoom
Sachoom Theater
Open Run
Sachoom is an abbreviation of ``Dance When You Are in Love'' in Korean. Experience various dance moves, ranging 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 Hong-ik 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.
`White Night' Kim Jun-Hui Concert
Club Museum
Nov. 26
Kim Jun-Hui, the top ``haegeum'' (Korean stringed instrument) soloist from the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts, presents her fourth art project, the ``White Night'' concert. The concert will offer various genres and even a tea party. Tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (20) 322-1901. Located near from 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.'' 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.
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 TV 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.
Seo Taiji Symphony with Tolga Kashif Encore
Jamsil Gymnasium
Seo Taiji and Tolga Kashif reunite after their first joint concert at Sangam World Cup Stadium with another fusion stage of pop music and classical orchestra. The Seongnam Philharmonic Orchestra will join as the special guest this time. Tickets cost 143,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exits 6 and 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
BMK with Friends
Melon-AX Hall
Dec. 6
Korea's famous soul musician BMK (Big Mama King) holds a concert with special guests celebrating her digital single series ``BMK & Good Fellaz'' including Dynamic Duo, Brian, Cultwo and Kim Jin-pyo. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit www.blive.co.kr or call 1544-2026. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5.
Beautiful Companion Concert
Olympic Stadium
Korea's pop musician Park Sang-min and Baek Ji-young are holding the joint concert ``Beautiful Companion.'' Proceeds from the concert will be donated to needy children. Electric violinist Eugene Park will also appear as a special guest. Tickets cost from 25,000 won to 77,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3448-1001. Get off at Jamsil or Seongnae Station on subway line 2 and get on buses 3312, 3316, 3411, 3412, 3413.
Seo Yeong-eun ``Romantic Live'' Concert
Dec. 19 and 20
Ballad singer Seo Yeong-eun is having a concert titled ``Romantic Proposal.'' She will become a ``love messenger,'' and deliver bright ballads as season's greetings. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 522-9933. Located near exits 9 and 10 of City Hall Station on subway line 2.
Jo Sung-mo's `Cryout' Concert
Cities of Korea and Japan
Through Dec. 31
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.
Lee Hyo-ri's First Solo Concert
Dec. 20
Top Korean pop star Lee Hyo-ri will have her first solo concert in December. Titled ``unrivaled,'' the concert presents her hit songs from the late 90s to her recent hip hop numbers. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 99,000 won. For more information, visit theater.ticketlink.co.kr or call (02) 541-4150. Located near exits 6 and 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Fiddler on the Roof
The National Theater of Korea
Through 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 an arranged marriage. With delicate melodies like ``Sunrise, Sunset,'' it has been awarded 11 Tonys, three Oscars, and two 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 Dong-guk Univ. Station on subway line 3.
Hamlet
Theater S
The classic musical ``Hamlet,'' based on the play by William Shakespeare, has returned. The Korean version added powerful and dynamic movements to the performance, and recently gained its own license. Tickets cost from 44,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalhamlet.com or call (02) 556-9885. Located near exit 2 of Hyochang Park Station on subway line 6.
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
Ever since it was first written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and produced by Cameron Mackintosh, more than six million people from all over the world have seen this exciting work. 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.
Shear Madness
Daehangno Art Madang
``Shear 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. 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 the Artist of the Year in 2006 by the Arts Council Korea. 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.
Musical ?00 Pound Beauty?
Chungmu Art Hall
The movie ``200 Pound Beauty (2006)'' comes to the stage as a romantic-comedy musical with Broadway's renowned music director Tim Acito and stage director Brian Prather. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 90,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalbeautifulgirl.com or call (02) 3485-8700. Located near exit 2 of Dongdaemun Stadium on subway lines 2, 4, and 5.
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.