La Boheme
Yonsei University
Aug. 28- Sept. 2
Angela Gheorghiu, Vittorio Grigolo, Marcello Giordani, Fabio Capitanucci, and many more recognized international opera singers are performing in a production of “La Boheme.” Tickets range from 30,000 to 570,000 won. For more information, call 1577-3363.
Yo-Yo Ma
Seoul Arts Center*
Nov. 13
Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma is a recipient of multiple Grammy Awards, the National Medal of Arts and the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom. His Seoul recital will be accompanied by pianist Kathryn Stott. Tickets cost 50,000 to 180,000 won. For more information, call (02) 580-1300 or visit www.sac.or.kr.
Gidon Kremer and Kremerata Baltica
Seoul Arts Center
Oct. 16
Gidon Kremer, a Latvian violinist and conductor, will perform with Kremerata Baltica, a chamber orchestra he founded that consists of young musicians from Baltic countries. The orchestra won a Grammy Award in 2002 for its recording of Mozart pieces. Tickets cost 50,000 to 150,000 won. For more, call (02) 580-1300. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal on subway line 3. Call (02) 580-1300 or visit www.sac.or.kr/eng.
Mariss Jansons and Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra
Nov. 20-21
Latvian conductor Mariss Jansons brings the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra will present works of Beethoven to Seoul fans. On the first night, they perform Beethoven Symphony Nos. 2-3 to be followed on the second night with Nos. 6-7. Tickets cost from 70,000 to 350,000 won. For more information, call (02) 599-5743.
Eminem: Recovery Tour
Jamsil Sports Complex
Aug.19
Eminem, an American rapper, record producer, songwriter and actor, will perform in Korea for the first time in support of his album “Recovery” which was released in 2010. Tickets cost 110,000 to 132,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3141-3488.
Audi Live 2012: Jamiroquai
Jamsil Indoor Stadium
Aug. 22
With the release of Jamiroquai’s new album, the band has been on a world tour titled “Rock Dust Light Star Tour” of 83 countries, and Korea’s turn has finally come around. Jamiroquai, a Grammy Award winning British acid jazz band, is best known for the track “Virtual Insanity,” which won four awards at the MTV Music Awards. Tickets cost 110,000 to 132,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3141-3488.
Larry Carlton Quartet Live in Seoul
Blue Square Samsung Card Hall
Sept.8
Larry Carlton is a foremost jazz guitarist of our time. Over his career, he has won over four Grammy awards for his compositions and left a significant impact in the jazz culture during the 1970s. He will be performing in Korea with Gene Coye, Travis Carlton and Dennis Hamm. Tickets cost from 99,000 to 110,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3143-5156.
Maroon 5
Sept. 15
With “Sunday Morning” to “Moves Like Jagger,” the pop rock band Maroon 5 has been a strong presence on international music charts for many years. Some of their albums have proven to be best sellers — over 8 million copies worldwide. The band is currently on tour in support of their new album “Payphone.” Tickets cost 110,000 to 132,000 won. For more information, call (02) 332-3277.
Jazz Festa
Sept. 8-9
BMK, 10 cm, Big Band and many more jazz musicians will perform collaborative music with artists of other genres. Tickets cost 33,000 to 55,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555.
Michael Bolton
Oct. 17
Michal Bolton is a legendary singer of romantic soul who rose to fame with songs like “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” and “When a Man Loves a Woman,” which have swept over the Billboard charts in the 1990s. He received both American Music Awards and Grammy Awards. Tickets cost 66,000 to 180,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555.
The Civilization of Turkey: Emperors in Istanbul
National Museum of Korea
Through Sept. 2
Turkey is a nation where traditions of the East and the West coexist, as religions and cultures from both sides have settled and flourished there. The exhibition will display relics from the 3000 B.C. Anatolian civilization to the 19th century Ottoman Empire. Tickets cost 12,000 won. Located near exit 2, Ichon Station on subway line 4. For more information, call (02) 2077-9000 or visit www.istanbul2012.co.kr.
Lives of the Great Joeson Artists
Posco Art Museum
Through Sept. 25
“Lives of the Great Joseon Artists” is currently exhibiting the most recognized masterpieces of the Joseon Kingdom. The works displayed are well known and most local students would have learned about them in school. Admission is free. Located near exit 4, Samsung Station on subway line 2. For more information, call (02) 3457-1665.
Ulala Session
Olympic Hall
Aug.25-26
The five-member band Ulala Session, rose to fame after taking the second place during “Superstar K3.” The band is holding their first concert, “The Beginning.” Tickets cost 77,000 to 99,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555.
SM Town Live
Jamsil Olympic Stadium
Aug.18
SM Entertainment, home to such stars as Girls’ Generation, TVXQ, Super Junior, BoA, SHINee, f(x) and Kangta, will host a concert featuring these K-pop stars. Tickets will go on sale from July 12 on Gmarket at www.ticket.gmarket.co.kr). Tour packages for foreign fans will become available through www.easternrooms.com. Tickets cost from 16,500 won to 99,000 won. There are also family package tickets. For more information, call 1566-5702.
Yim Jae-beom 2012 Concert
Busan BEXCO
Starting out in 1986 as the vocalist for the band Sinawe, Yim Jae-beum has climbed his way up as the most recognized rock singer in Korea. His new album, “Day by Day,” is ranked No. 2 on Korea’s music charts. Tickets cost 88,000 to 121,000 won. For more information, call 1599-5569.
Verbal Jint is Verbal Jint
88 Lake in Olympic Park
Sept. 2
Verbal Jint is a Korean rapper and a record producer. He first began his music career with SNP, a hip hop crew. His most recent albums are “Go Easy” and “Go Hard.” Tickets cost 88,000 won. For more information, call 1544-1555.
Pierre Rigal: Theater of Operations
LG Art Center
Sept. 14-15
After Pierre Rigal, a French dancer and choreographer, visited Korea last year, he was deeply inspired by the local dancers. He will be collaborating with local dancers to bring the audience a different and distinct performance. Tickets cost 30,000 to 50,000 won. Located near exit 7 of Yeoksam Station on subway line 2. Call (02) 2005-0114 or visit www.lgart.com/EngHome/index—.aspx.For more information, call (02) 2005-0114.
Rambert Dance Company
Sept. 20-21
The Rambert Dance Company, a leading British dance company will perform at the LG Art Center. Tickets cost 40,000 to 80,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2005-0114 or visit www.lgart.com.
Wicked
Blue Square
Through Oct. 7
Broadway blockbuster “Wicked” debuted in 2003 and is based on “The Wizard of Oz.” It is based on the novel by Gregory Maguire and details the relationship between the Wicked Witch of the West and the Good Witch of the North, and showing unexpected new sides to both characters. Tickets cost 50,000 to 160,000 won. Located near exit 2 of Hangangjin Station on subway line 6. For more information, call 1577-3363.
Jack the Ripper
The National Theater of Korea
Through Aug. 25
A mystery thriller musical based on the true story of “Jack the Ripper,”an unidentified serial killer in London in 1888. The musical is distinctive for using genres uncommon in most musicals, especially its use of heavy metal and rock. The story revolves around the five murdered victims of Jack the Ripper. Tickets cost 50,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, call (02) 764-7857.
La Cage aux Folles
LG Arts Center
Through Sept. 4
The musical based on Harvey Fierstein’s award-winning novel revolves around a gay couple with complicated circumstances. Georges is a nightclub manager and his partner is Albin. The comedy unfolds when Georges’ son, Jean-Michel visits them. Tickets cost 60,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2005-0114 or visit www.lgart.com.
Man of La Mancha
Charlotte Theater
Inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ 17th century masterpiece, “Don Quixote,” this memorable musical is based on Dale Wasserman’s book “Man of La Mancha.” It is a well known Broadway musical that has won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical Award. Located nearJamsil Station on subway line No. 2. Tickets cost 60,000 to 130,000 won. For more, call 1544-1555.
Hero
Oct.16- Nov.18
The musical “Hero” is about Ahn Jung-geun, a Korean independence activist, who assassinated Ito Hirobumi, the first Prime Minister of Japan, when Korea was on the verge of annexation by Japan. Tickets cost 110,000 to 120,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2250-5925.
Chicago, the Musical
D-Cube Arts Center
The musical Chicago is known for delivering some of the hottest stage productions in the world. Some of the most recognized singers, Insooni and Ivy, will take to the stage as the most important characters. The musical is based on actual criminals and crimes reported in 1926. It has been performed more than 6,200 times on Broadway. Located near Sindorim Station on subway lines No. 1 and 2. Tickets cost 40,000 to 80,000 won. For more information, call (02) 1544-1555.