2009 SAC Youth Concert `Great Beethoven’
Seoul Arts Center
July 18
The Gangnam Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Sung Ki-sun, will hold a youth concert featuring pieces by Beethoven. Pianist Lee Kyung-suk, violinist Kim Nam-yun and cellist Song Young-hoon will also perform. Tickets cost from 10,000 to 15,000 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.
Sahran Kim Violin Recital
Kumho Art Hall
July 10
Sahran Kim will hold a homecoming recital. She will play four pieces including J. Brahms' ``Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 3 in D minor, Op. 108’’ and A. Schnittke's ``Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1.’’ Tickets cost 10,000 won. For more information, visit www.kumhoarthall.com or call (02) 586-0945. Located near exit 7 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Alen Garagic Guitar Recital
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Alen Garagic, an award-winning artist from Bosnia-Herzegovina, will play pieces including J. Arcas's ``Fantasia Sobre la Jota.'' Tickets cost from 10,000 to 20,000 won. For more information, visit www.hoonent.com or call (02) 332-5545. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Opera `The Barber of Seville'
Geumjeong Cultural Center
July 24-25
The Grand Opera of Korea will perform Rossini's romantic comedic opera ``The Barber of Seville.'' Tickets cost from 10,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (051) 610-1004. Located near exit 2 of Guseo-dong Station on Busan subway line 1.
Gum Nan-se's `Happy Classic'
July 26
Celebrated conductor Gum Nan-se will hold a new kind of classical concert and will give commentaries just like a TV talk show. The concert featuring top artists will be a chance to listen to various pieces of chamber music. Tickets cost from 20,000 to 70,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3473-8744. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra's Great Concerto Series Ⅲ
July 31
In the third of the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra's Great Concerto Series, Michael Francis conducts concertos by Mozart, Grieg, Elgar and Rachmaninov. Tickets cost from 10,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3700-6300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Voice Orchestra I Maestri
Vocal group I Maestri will hold its fourth subscription concert. They will deliver various opera scores including ``Deh veni alla finestra from Opera `Don Giovanni,''' Lehar's ``Dein ist mein ganzes Hertz from Operetta `Das Land des Lachelns''' and Puccini's ``Nessun dorma from Opera `Turandott.''' Tickets cost from 10,000 to 70,000 won. For more information, visit www.maestri.kr or call (02) 529-9277. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
KBS Symphony Orchestra Concert
KBS Hall
KBS Symphony Orchestra, led by renowned conductor Hannu Lintu, holds a subscription concert with Russian master pianist Dmitri Alexeev. They will perform Tchaikovsky's ``The Voyevoda: Symphonic Ballad, Op. 78,'' Prokofiev's ``Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor, Op. 16'' and Brahms' ``Symphony No.2 in D major, Op. 73.'' Tickets cost from 20,000 to 60,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 781-2243~4. Located near exit 3 of Yeouido Station on subway line 5.
Opera `Madame Butterfly'
July 17-25
The National Opera of Korea will stage Puccini's opera ``Madame Butterfly.'' Set in 19th-century Japan, it tells the tragic tale of a beautiful geisha and her lover. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 586-5282. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Musical `Pinocchio'
Aug. 7-23
Based on the fairy tale of the same name, ``Pinocchio'' brings the original musical inspiration from Italy. Tickets cost from 40,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, visit www.musicalpinocchio.com or call (02) 3461-0976. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Musical `42nd Street'
LG Art Center
July 21 - Aug. 30
The original version of the classic musical will be staged with the best cast for this story about a country girl's American dream. Tickets cost from 30,000 to 120,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 501-7888. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2.
Sumi Jo, Zubin Mehta & Vienna Philharmonic
Sept. 29
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra is joining one of Korea's _ and the world's _ favorite sopranos Sumi Jo and maestro conductor Zubin Mehta in Seoul. Tickets cost from 70,000 to 350,000 won. For more information, visit https://privia.hyundaicard.com/. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
The Life and Art of Chamagodo (The Tea and Horse Road)
National Museum of Korea
Through Aug.16
Extending from southern China to Nepal and India via Tibet, Chamagodo is the world's oldest cultural and economic road. The exhibition presents tools and appliances of the time including assault jackets, square boxes made from yak skin and wooden blankets. Free admission. For more information, call (02) 2077-9552. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.
Egypt, the Great Civilization
Through Aug. 30
The National Museum of Korea presents 231 artifacts chosen from the ``Egypt-Oriental Collection'' from Kunsthistorisches Museum of Austria, covering 300 years of Egyptian civilization. Tickets cost 10,000 won for adults and 8,000 won for children. For more information, call (02) 2077-9199. Located near exit 2 of Ichon Station on subway line 4.
Embracing Neo-Confucian Ideals
The National Folk Museum
Through Aug. 31
The National Folk Museum of Korea is holding a special exhibition to display 200 pieces of historic relics related to Neo-Confucian lives and ideals. For more information, visit www.nfm.go.kr or call (02) 3704-3152. Located at Gyeongbok Palace Station Exit 5 on subway line 3.
Kim Yong-gul and Friends
LG Arts Center
July 11-12
One of Korea's best known ballet dancers, Kim Yong-gul is bringing the cream of the crop at his gala show ``Kim Yong-gul and Friends.'' Fans will have the chance to watch successful dancers grace the stage from some of the best-known works like ``Romeo and Juliet,'' ``Swan Lake'' and ``La Badayere.'' Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 100,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2005-0114. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2
Todes
The Walkerhill Theater
Open Run
Russian dance group Todes is bringing their energetic performance _ from ballet to break dancing to flamenco _ complete with colorful costumes, stage settings and music. Tickets cost from 70,000 won to 300,000 won. For more information, visit www.sheraton-walkerhill.com or call (02) 455-5000. Located at the Sheraton Grande Walkerhill. Shuttle buses are available from Gangbyeon and Gwanghwamun Stations on subway lines 2 and 5, respectively.
Indie Band Festival `Summer Night Fever’
Aug. 23-24
Sejong Center is preparing a quality performance that can be enjoyed for only 1,000 won. They will feature premier performances by top artists. For more information, visit www.sejongpac.or.kr/happy_1000 or call (02) 399-1114. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Hip-hop Playa Show Vol. 30
Apgujeong Ye Hall
July 11
Two hip-hop duos, Naachal & Issac Squab and Artisan Beats & Minos, will showcase their talent. Tickets cost 20,000 won online or 25,000 won at the door. For more information visit show.hiphopplaya.com or call (02) 335-7311. Located near exits 1 and 2 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3.
Stars on Stage: WAX
Chungmu Art Hall
July 15-19
The queen of live performances, singer WAX will showcase tracks from her new 8th album ``Always You.’’ Tickets cost 55,000 to 66,000 won. For more information visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2230-6601. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Kim Gun-mo’s `Soul Groove’
International Convention Center, Jeju Island
July 31 ? Aug. 1
Kim Gun-mo holds his cross-country tour in Jeju Island with his longtime producer Kim Chang-hwan. Members of the band Clon will also contribute their talents to the show. Tickets cost 77,000 to 99,000 won. For more information visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 720-8500.
Lady Gaga’s `The Fame Ball Tour’
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park
Aug. 9
Burning up the charts around the world as a cultural icon, pop sensation Lady Gaga holds a concert in Korea. Tickets cost from 77,000 won to 88,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com. Located near exit 3 of Olympic Park Station on subway line 5.
Kim Hyun-chul’s `Happy Hour’
Seongnam Arts Center Ensemble Theater
Aug. 28
Kim Hyun-chul meets the audience through a concert featuring a glass of wine and friendly talk. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit www.snart.or.kr or call (031) 783-8000. Located near exit 1 of Imae Station on the Bundang subway line.
Stars on Stage: Son Ho-young
Through July 12
The former member of pop group G.O.D returns to the stage as a solo singer after having gover 200 concerts. Tickets cost 55,000 to 66,000 won. For more information visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 2230-6601. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Yun Hee-jung & Friends
Munhwa Ilbo Hall
July 21-22
Jazz singer Yun Hee-jung will show what Korean jazz is on stage with local celebrities. All tickets cost 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3701-5754. Located near exit 5 of Seodamun Station on subway line 5.
Tama & Vagabond
Busan Catholic Center
July 17
Show band Tama & Vagabond are holding a concert in Busan. Visitors can enjoy the concert with a glass of wine and feel the melody of romantic jazz. All tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit www.mudae.kr or call (051) 623-0678. Located near Jungang-dong Station on Busan subway line 1.
Gene Bo-ra Coffee Concert
Incheon Culture & Arts Center
Aug. 5
Jazz pianist Jin Bo-ra will play ``Fly Me to the Moon,'' ``Just the Two of Us'' and more. All tickets cost 10,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (032) 818-5665. Located at the Culture and Arts Center Station, Incheon subway line, exit 6 and 7.
Uptown
Rolling Hall
Hip-hop group Uptown will celebrate the release of their new album, ``New Era.'' Singer Wheesung, MC Sniper and Someday will join as special guests. Tickets are 22,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near Hongik station on subway line 2.
DJ DOC Poolside Party
Riverpark, Sheraton Grande Walkerhill
K-pop group DJ DOC hosts a poolside party at the outdoor swimming pool Riverpark. Tickets cost 66,000 won. There is a special package priced 110,000 won that offers a one-day pass to the swimming pool, pool buffet and concert. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 450-6452. Located near Gangbyeon station on subway line 2. Guests must be 19 years or older to join the concert.
Pentaport Rock Festival
Song-do Daewoo Motor Fields
July 24-26
Pentaport, Korea's largest outdoor music festival, will be held at Song-do Daewoo Motor Fields July 24-26. The line-up includes Deftones, Eskimo Joe, Lenka and No Brain among others. Tickets for Pentaport go on sale next week. For more information, visit www.pentaportrock.com. Located near Dongincheon Station on subway line 1.
Jisan Valley Rock Festival
Jisan Forest Resort
Jisan Valley Rock Festival features Oasis, Fall Out Boy, Jimmy Eat World, Weezer, Patti Smith and Priscilla Ahn. Korean groups include Dr. Core 911, Vassline, Vodka Rain, Yozoh, Lee Han-choul and Sister's Barbershop. Tickets are on sale at ticket.auction.co.kr (1566-1369) or ticket.yes24.com (1544-6399). A three-day pass is 165,000 won, a two-day pass, 132,000 won and a one-day pass, 88,000 won. For bookings in English, call (02) 3444-9969 or visit www.valleyrockfestival.com. Located in Icheon. Visitors can take a free shuttle bus through a reservation on the Web site.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Through Aug. 2
Director Choi Hyung-in will stage William Shakespeare’s classic play ``A Midsummer Night’s Dream’’ starring prominent stars, actors Kim Hyo-jin, Choi Jin-young, Lee Mun-shik, Hong Seok-cheon and Ahn Nae-sang. Tickets cost from 30,000 to 40,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3672-8070. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.
Jekyll & Hyde
Sejong Center
Aug. 28-Sep. 20
This is the first time the original cast of the musical, which was inspired by the classic novel about human morality, visits Korea. Tickets cost from 22,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1588-5212. Located near exits 1 and 8 of Gwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.
Don Juan
Through Aug. 23
Based on the story of legendary fictional libertine Don Juan, this musical is renowned for its captivating flamenco dance performances. Tickets cost from 50,000 to 120,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.
Grease
Dongsoong Art Center
The rock and roll musical tells the love story of high school students Danny and Sandy. Tickets cost from 40,000 to 60,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 1 of Hyehwa Station on subway line 4.
Dreamgirls
Charlotte Theater
Through July 26
The Broadway musical ``Dreamgirls'' makes its big debut in Korea. The musical tells the story of a young female singing trio, called ``The Dreams,'' who become music superstars. Tickets cost from 40,000 to 130,000 won. Visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway lines 2 and 8.
My Scary Girl
The Stage
Through July 19
The musical ``My Scary Girl,'' based on the Korean film of the same title, is now on stage at The Stage. All tickets are 45,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near exit 3 of Sinchon Station on subway line 2.
Mamma Mia!
National Theater of Korea
Through July 23
The musical ``Mamma Mia!'' based on hit songs of ABBA, such as ``Dancing Queen'' and ``Waterloo,'' is currently in Korean production. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 120,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1544-1555. Located near Dongguk Univ. Station on subway line 3.
Romeo & Juliette
Through August 2
The musical ``Romeo & Juliette'' will be put on stage at Seoul Arts Center July 4- Aug.2. It will be adapted into Korean language and star musical actors Shin Sung-rok, Im Tae-kyung, Kim So-hyun and Park So-yeon star. Tickets cost from 55,000 won to 150,000 won. For more information, visit www.romeonjuliette.com or call 1588-5212. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3.