Guillaume Tardif Recital
Guro Arts Valley
March 6
Violinist Guillaume Tardif will visit Korea to offer a recital for local fans. He will perform the works of Bach, Mahler, Paganini and Beethoven. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 20,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2029-1736. Located near exit 4 of Daerim Station on subway line 2.
Sejong Soloists: `Passion'
Seoul Arts Center
March 7
Sejong Soloists, the premier conductor-less string orchestra, tours Korea to celebrate the 15th anniversary of its debut and new album "Passion." They will perform "The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires" by Astor Piazzolla and works by J. S Bach, Elgar and Caccini. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 30,000 won. Call (02) 584-5494. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
The Magic Flute
LG Art Center
March 10-15
The Korean National Opera's small but powerful production of Mozart's beloved opera "The Magic Flute" will be restaged, conducted by Johannes Stert and directed by Michael Ashman. Shows will be offered in either German or Korean. Call (02) 586-5282. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Admiring Great Composer Series for Vivaldi
Kumho Art Hall
March 12
Musica Glorifica, a period music ensemble, will play various works by Vivaldi including "Concerto for Cello in G Major, RV.413" and "Manchester Violin Sonata No.3 in G Minor, RV.757" under the baton of cellist/conductor Hidemi Suzuki. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 30,000 won. Call (02) 6303-7700. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
11 O'clock Classical Concert
Gangnam Symphony Orchestra, led by Keum No-sang, will perform works of Rachmaninov and Saint-Saens, with pianist Hyun Young-joo and trombonist Yu Jeon-sik as special guests. All tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 580-1300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Matthias Goerne Recital
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
March 13-14
Traditional German vocalist Matthias Goerne hosts a recital for local fans, delivering various songs including Shuberts "Schwanengesang D 957" and Beethoven's "An Die Ferne Geliebte, Op. 98." Pianist Alexander Schmalcz will accompany him. Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit www.sejongpac.or.kr or call (02) 399-1114~6. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Song Young-hoon & Andrius Zlabys Concert
Seongnam Arts Center
March 15
Cellist Song Young-hoon and pianist Andrius Zlabys will offer works of Rachmaninov and Shostakovich. It's the first time for the two musicians to perform together for local fans. Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2658-3546. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Beethoven Virus Live
March 17
The "Beethoven Virus" fever still continues even though the hit TV drama came to an end last year. Suh Hee-tai, musical director of the TV series, will conduct the Seongnam Philharmonic Orchestra in a medley of timeless pieces, including Faure's "Pavanne" and the fourth movement of Beethoven's "Symphony No. 5." Tickets cost from 22,000 won to 66,000 won. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Admiring Great Composer Series for Haydn
March 19
Novus Quartet, a band of award-winning musicians from Korea National University of Arts, will hold a concert for the 200th anniversary of the death of Joseph Haydn. They will perform his works including "String Quartet No.50 in B-flat Major, Op.64/3" and "String Quartet No.61 Op.76/2 the Fifth in D Minor." Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 30,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 6303-7700. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Northern Sinfonia with Lim Dong-hyek
March 29
The Northern Sinfonia, led by Thomas Zehetmair, will visit Korea to hold a concert for local fans. They will perform various works by Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms. Pianist Lim Dong-hyek will appear as a soloist. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 150,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 751-9630. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Isang Yun Ensemble's Subscription Concert
March 22
Isang Yun Ensemble, led by violinist Kim Min, will hold its second concert. They will perform Isang Yun's five chamber works. Tickets cost from 8,000 won to 30,000 won. For more information, visit www.isangyun.org or call (02) 723-0364. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Roby Lakatos Ensemble
Hungarian gypsy musician Roby Lakatos and the Roby Lakatos Ensemble will host a concert here after a seven-year absence. They will perform the works of Suha Balogh Jozsef, Vittirio Monti, and Michel Legrand. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, visit www.vincero.co.kr or call (02) 599-5743. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Daniela Dessi & Fabio Armiliato's Love Duo Concert
April 12
World-renowned Soprano Daniela Dessi and Tenor Fabio Armiliato will visit Korea to hold duet performances for local fans, performing various operatic arieas by Puccini including "Tosca: E Lucean Le Stelle," "Madame Butterfly: Un Bel di Vedremo" and "Turandot: Nessun Dorma." Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 150,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 587-1950~2. Located near exit 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Seoul Arts Center Opera Theater Grand Reopening: "Le Nozze di Figaro"
March 6-14
"Le Nozze di Figaro," produced by the British Royal Opera House under the direction of the celebrated David McVicar, will grace the reopening of Seoul Arts Center's Opera Theater. Mozart's opera will feature such top singers as internationally renowned soprano Shin Young-ok as Susanna, young Italian baritone Giorgio Caoduro as Figaro and critically acclaimed countertenor David DQ Lee as Cherubino. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 200,000 won. Call (02) 580-1300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Madame Butterfly
March 12-15
Italy's celebrated Trieste Verdi Theater gives its first performance in Korea. The original cast and crew of the 207-year-old theater present Puccini's beloved love story "Madame Butterfly" amid striking video art stage sets. Directed by Giulio Ciabatti, it will feature the Gyeonggi Philharmonic Orchestra and Trieste Verdi Theater Choir under the conduction of Lorenzo Fratini. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 250,000 won. Call (02) 399-1114. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Sarah Brightman's 'Symphony World Tour' in Seoul
Gymnastics Stadium, Olympic Park
March 13- 14
Crossover soprano Sarah Brightman gives a concert in Seoul as part of her world tour. She will present powerful, rock-inspired tracks from her album "Symphony." Tickets cost from 77,000 won to 220,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Ton Koopman & Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra
World-renowned conductor Ton Koopman will perform for his Korean fans with the Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra & Choir. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
X Japan World Tour in Seoul
March 21- 22
Japanese band X Japan comes to Korea with consistently astounding music. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 165,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Evegeny Kissin Piano Recital
April 2
Pianist Evegeny Kissin, the youngest winner of the Prestigious Triumph in 1996 and the winner of the Shostakovich Award in 2001, will host a recital for Korean fans on April 2. Tickets cost from 60,000 won to 170,000 won. For more information, visit www.credia.co.kr or call (02) 751-9606~10. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra
April 16
The top tier Japanese orchestra will offer Tchaikovsky's 5th Symphony and Violin Concerto with young virtuoso Kwun Hyuk-joo as a soloist. Call 6303-7700 for more information. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Alive Gallery
Sports Complex
Open run
Enjoy some of the best-known frescos, paintings and sculptures at Alive Gallery. The gallery offers a memorable experience in which pieces move and describe themselves as if they were alive. Tickets cost 17,000 won. Located near exits 6 and 8 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2.
Cinderella
March 20- 24
The Korea National Ballet Company (KNBC) will offer the performance, "Cinderella." Unlike the original fairy tale, in which the main characters are the stepmother, the two sisters and Cinderella, Miallot has brought other characters to center stage, including Cinderella's parents. Tickets cost from 5,000 won to 150,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 587-6181. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Juliette Binoche & Akram Khan's "in-i"
LG Arts Center
March 19- 21
Actress Juliette Binoche and the Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg will offer dance lovers interesting works, complete with their own distinctive colors and movements. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 80,000 won. For more information, visit www.lgart.com or call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Winter Play's `Waltz of Spring'
March 17-18
Korean band Winter Play will hold a concert as a part of "Waltz of Spring Concerts." Vocalist Alex will join as a special guest. Tickets cost from 33,000 won to 55,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Im Jae-bum's Live Concert
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park
March 21
R&B singer Im Jae-bum will hold an encore concert titled "Return," entertaining fans with his gentle voice and hit songs. Tickets cost from 66,000 won to 88,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (031) 907-2626. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Four Play Live in Seoul
April 28-29
To celebrate their Grammy Awards nomination, world-famous group Four Play is holding a series of concerts, the first of which will be its Seoul performance. Tickets cost from 80,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 720-8500. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
W & Whale's "High School Sensation"
Live Hall, Sangsang Madang
April 3-4
Under the title "High School Sensation," Korean band W & Whale will hold a concert to celebrate the release of its new album, "Random Tasks." Tickets are 44,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 545-9174. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2.
John Legend Live in Seoul
Grammy Award-winning R&B singer John Legend will visit Korea to hold a concert for local fans and offer his hits, including ``Ordinary People,'' ``P.D.A,'' and ``Green Light.'' Tickets cost from 77,000 won to 110,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Kingston Rudieska Concert
March 8
Under the title "Ska Fidelity," brass/ska band Kingston Rudieska is holding a live concert to celebrate the release of their new album. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 30,000 won. For more information, visit www.kingstonrudieska.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2.
Giovanni Mirabassi Trio Tour in Seoul
Italy's celebrated jazz pianist Giovanni Mirabassi visits Korea to hold a jazz concert. With drummer Leon Parker and Bassist Gianluca Renzi, he will deliver stylish European jazz music to local fans. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 80,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2644-9604. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Oasis Live in Seoul
April 1
British rock group Oasis will visit Korea for local fans and perform several of their hit songs. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 88,000 won. For more information, visit www.yellownine.co.kr or call (02) 3444-9969. Located near exit 4 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
Bobby Kim's Love Chapter 1 Concert
Theater S.H
March 13-15
Soul vocalist Bobby Kim holds a concert titled "Love Chapter 1" for White Day, featuring a special event for love proposals. Tickets cost 55,000 won to 66,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 512-9496. Located near Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Sister's Barbershop's 'White Day' Concert
Well known modern band Sister's Barbershop will hold a "Pop Songs of Spring" concert for White Day. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 35,000 won. For more information, visit www.guroartsvalley.or.kr or call (02) 2029-1721. Located near exit 4 of Daerim Station on subway line 2.
Eliane Elias Concert
Goyang Oulim Nuri Arts Center
Brazilian jazz pianist and vocalist Eliane Elias will hold a concert with American bassist Marc Johnson. She will perform a program that contains "Girl From Ipanema," "Chega De Saudade" and "Desafinado." Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. For more information, visit www.artgy.or.kr or call 1577-7766. Located near exit 4 of Wondang Station on subway line 3.
Thrill Me
The Stage
March 7- May 24
Based on actual events in the 1920s, the musical shows the story of a cruel killer. Through its clever plot, it depicts inescapable human desire and how corruptible people can be. Tickets are 45,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Shinchon Station on subway 2.
Dreamgirls
Charlotte Theater
Through July 26
The Broadway musical "Dreamgirls" makes its big debut in Korea. Based on the famous movie of the same title, the musical tells the story of a young female singing trio, called "The Dreams," who become music superstars. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 130,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
Zanna, Don't
Theater M, Sejong Arts Center
Through March 31
The musical "Zanna, Don't" delivers a serious message about sexual minorities and true love, while also bringing comedic breaks for the audience. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 60,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2, and exit 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Liar
Artistan Hall
Open Run
John Smith, a taxi driver, has two wives. No one knows it, but a tiny accident reveals the truth, causing incident after incident along the way. Tickets cost from 15,000 won to 25,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 1 of Daehangno Station on subway line 4.
Hamlet
Theater S
The musical version of "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. Call (02) 556-9885. Located near exit 2 of Hyochang Park Station on subway line 6.