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Steve Barakatt

Seoul Arts Center*

March 8

Canadian composer and pianist Steve Barakatt will hold a concert at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul on March 8 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his first concert in Korea. He will perform his symphonic work, “Ad Vitam Aeternam,” and other hits such as “Rainbow Bridge,” “The Whistler’s Song” and “Day By Day.” Tickets cost 40,000 to 190,000 won. For more information, call (070) 8248-6085 or visit www.sac.or.kr.

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Apr. 20-23

The world-famous Dutch symphony orchestra “Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra” will perform at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul from Apr. 20 to 23. Led by renowned Hungarian conductor Ivan Fischer, they will perform all of Beethoven’s symphonies. Tickets cost 70,000 to 330,000 won. For more information, call (02) 599-5743 or visit www.vincero.co.kr.

Vienna Boys Choir

Jan. 24-25

World-famous and one of the most beloved boys' choirs in the world, the Vienna Boys' Choir will hold a new year's concert at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul from Jan. 24 to 25, as part of nationwide tour in Korea. They will sing various songs including medieval church music, waltz, folk songs and movie scores. Tickets cost 30,000 to 100,000 won. For more information, call 1577-5266 or visit www.sac.or.kr.

Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra

March 13

The Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra led by Polish conductor Marek Janowsky will hold a concert at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul on March 13. Courtesy of Vincero

The Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, the oldest active radio orchestra in Germany founded in 1923, will perform at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul on March 13. Led by polish conductor Marek Janowski, they will perform Weber's "Oberon Overture," Sibelius' "Violin Concerto" and Brahms' "Symphony No. 2." Tickets cost 50,000 to 240,000 won. For more information, call (02) 599-5743 or visit www.vincero.co.kr.

Gustavo Dudamel & LA Philharmonic

March 25-26

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra led by renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel will hold its first concert in Korea at the Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul from March 25 to 26. They will perform Gustav Mahler's "Symphony No. 6 in A Minor (Tragic)," John Adams's "City Noir," and Antonn Dvork's "Symphony No. 9 From the New World." Tickets cost 50,000 to 340,000 won. For more information, call (02) 6303-1977 or visit www.sac.or.kr.

Michael Buble

Jamsil Stadium*

Feb. 4

World-famous jazz pop vocalist and singer-songwriter Michael Buble will hold a solo concert in Korea as part of his first Asia tour, at Jamsil Stadium in southern Seoul on Feb. 4. Some of his timeless hit songs including "Home" and "Everything" will be performed. Tickets cost 99,000 to 253,000 won. For more information, call (02) 371-8380 or visit www.cjenm.com.

Art Garfunkel

Jamsil Stadium

Feb. 14

Art Garfunkel, legendary singer-songwriter of folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel, will hold his very first solo concert in Korea at Jamsil Stadium on Feb. 14. He will perform his solo works and also songs of Simon & Garfunkel such as "The Sound Of Silence," "Scarborough Fair," "Mrs. Robinson," and "Bridge Over Troubled Water." Located near exit 7 of Sports Complex Station on subway line 2. Tickets cost 99,000 to 176,000 won. For more information, call (02) 6925-3627 or visit www.lottecard.co.kr.

‘Treasures from the Ryukyu Kingdom'

The National Palace Museum of Korea

Through Feb. 8

The National Palace Museum of Korea is holding a special exhibition, "Treasures from the Ryukyu Kingdom: The Splendid History of Okinawa" through Feb. 8. Around 200 relics of old Ryukyu Kingdom (1429-1879) including royal garments, royal crowns and ceremonial receptacles are showcased. Located near exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station on subway line 3. Admission is free. For more information, call (02) 3701-7500 or visit www.gogung.go.kr.

Christina Perri

Yes24 Muv Hall

March 10

American singer-songwriter Christina Perri will hold her first solo concert in Seoul at Yes24 Muv Hall on March 10, as part of her “The Head of Heart Tour.” She will sing songs from her second studio album, “Head Or Heart,” including “Be My Forever,” “I Don’t Wanna Break” and “Burning Gold.” Located near exit 9 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2 and 9. Tickets cost 99,000 to 154,000 won. For more information, call (02) 371-8008 or visit www.cjenm.com.

‘Mehliana’

Olympic Park*

March 14

A New York-based electric duo featuring American jazz pianist Brad Mehldau and drummer Mark Guiliana will hold a concert at Olympic Park in southern Seoul on March 14. They will perform tracks from their first collaborative album released in 2014, “Taming the Dragon.” Tickets cost 61,600 to 88,000 won. For more information, call (02) 563-0595 or visit www.privatecurve.com.

Belle and Sebastian

AX-KOREA

Feb. 12

Glasgow-based Scottish indie pop band Belle and Sebastian will a hold concert at the AX-KOREA in northern Seoul on Feb. 12. Formed in 1996 as part of a school project, Belle and Sebastian has released nine studio albums that cover a wide range of genres, from baroque pop to indie rock. Located near exit 2 of Gwangnaru Station on subway line 5. Tickets cost 121,000 won. For more information, call (02) 563-0595 or visit www.axhallkorea.com.

Lali Puna

KT&G Sangsangmadang

Munich-based electropop band Lali Puna will hold its first concert in Korea at the KT&G Sangsangmadang on Feb. 14. Korean indie band Trampauline will perform with them. The program includes songs from their recently released collaborative single, "Machines are Human." Located near exit 9 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2 and 9. Tickets cost 44,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3142-2986 or visit www.pastelcompany.com.

Bobby McFerrin

LG Arts Center*

March 10-11

Ten-time Grammy Award-winning American jazz and classical vocalist and conductor Bobby McFerrin will hold a solo concert in Korea at LG Arts Center from March 10 through 11. He will sing songs from his album released in 2013, "Sprityouall," which holds reinterpretations of African-American spiritual and folk songs, and some of his hit songs including 1988's "Don't Worry, Be Happy." Tickets cost 40,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2005-0114 or visit www.lgart.com.

Larry Carlton & Steve Lukather

Yonsei University Auditorium

Jan. 23, 2015

Jazz guitarist Larry Carlton and Steve Lukather will together perform at the Yonsei University Auditorium on Jan. 23. / Courtesy of U&I Communications

A Joint concert featuring jazz guitarist Larry Carlton and Steve Lukather, vocal and guitarist of the American rock band Toto will be held at Yonsei University Auditorium on Jan. 23, next year. Located near exit 2 of Shinchon Station on subway line 2. Tickets cost 55,000 to 121,000 won. For more information, call (070) 8887-3471 or visit www.unicoms.kr.

Ed Sheeran

English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran will hold his first solo concert in Korea at Olympic Park in southern Seoul on March 8. He will perform songs from his first and second studio albums including "The A Team," "You Need Me, I don't Need You," "Give Me Love" and "One." Tickets cost 121,000 to 143,000 won. For more information, call (02) 563-0595 or visit www.edsheeran.com.

How to Dress Well

Rolling Hall

Feb. 20

R&B and electronic singer-songwriter “How to Dress Well” will hold a solo concert at Rolling Hall on Feb. 20. / Courtesy of MYSAMEINK

American post R&B and electronic singer-songwriter Tom Krell, also known by his stage name "How to Dress Well," will hold a concert at Rolling Hall on Feb. 20. Korean indie band Hyukoh and singer-songwriter MyQ will also be featured. Located near exit 5 of Hapjeong Station on subway line 2. Tickets cost 50,000 to 60,000 won. For more information, call (010) 4918-4394 or visit mysameink.com.

‘Dreamgirls’

Charlotte Theater

Feb. 26-March 15

A Korean rendition of Broadway hit musical “Dreamgirls” will be staged at the Charlotte Theater in southern Seoul from Feb. 25 to March 15. Inspired by legendary R&B stars including “The Supremes,” “Jackie Wilson” and “The Shirelles,” the story revolves around a female trio, “The Dreams,” and their road to stardom. Located near exit 3 of Jamsil Station on subway line 2. Tickets cost 60,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, call 1588-5212 or visit www.charlottetheater.co.kr.

‘Notre Dame de Paris'

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts*

Jan. 15 to Feb. 27

French musical "Notre Dame de Paris" will be staged by the original French team at Sejong Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Seoul from Jan. 15 to Feb. 27. Based on Victor Hugo's novel of the same title, the story revolves around a hunchbacked bell-ringer of Notre Dame Quasimodo and beautiful gypsy Esmeralda. Tickets cost 60,000 to 200,000 won. For more information, call (02) 541-6236 or visit www.mastent.co.kr.

‘Gone with the Wind'

Through Feb. 15

A Korean rendition of a French musical based on Margaret Mitchell's best-selling novel of the same title "Gone with the Wind" will be staged at Seoul Arts Center through Feb. 15. Set during the American Civil War, Scarlett O'Hara, a spoiled girl from a wealthy family, falls hopelessly in love with a married man, Rhett Butler. Actor-turned-musical actor Joo Jin-mo stars as Rhett Butler, and singer-turned-musical actress Bada will star as Scarlett O'Hara. Tickets cost 50,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, call 1577-3363 or visit www.sac.or.kr

‘Once'

Through March 29

A Korean adaptation of a musical based on the 2006 box-office hit of the same title "Once" is being staged at Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul through March 29. Some well-known musical numbers including "Falling Slowly," "Leave," "If You Want Me," and "Gold" will be performed. Singer Yoon Do-hyun will star as the main character, Guy. Tickets cost 60,000 to 120,000 won. For more information, call (02) 577-1987 or visit www.sac.or.kr.

‘Jekyll & Hyde'

Blue Square

Through Apr. 5

A Korean production of a musical thriller based on the novel "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson will be staged at Blue Square through Apr. 5, celebrating its 10th Anniversary on Korean stage. Renowned actor-turned-musical singer Jo Seung-woo will star as Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde. Composer Frank Wildhorn's original musical scores will be played. Located near exit 2 of Hangangjin Station on subway line 6. Tickets cost 60,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, call 1588-5212 or visit www.odmusical.com.

‘Swan Lake'

June 24-28

The Korean National Ballet led by the renowned director Kang Sue-jin will stage Tchaikovsky's classical ballet ‘Swan Lake' at Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul from June 24 to 28. The story, spanning four acts, tells the story of a princess, Odette, who turns into a swan following an devil's curse. Tickets cost 5,000 to 80,000 won. For more information, call (02) 587-6181 or visit www.kballet.org.

‘Giselle'

March 26-29

The Korean National Ballet led by renowned ballerina and director Kang Sue-jin will perform "Giselle," a romantic ballet inspired by Heinrich Heine's prose passage and Victor Hugo's poem "Fantomes," at Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul from March 26 to 29. Composed of two acts, the story revolves around an innocent peasant girl Giselle who dies of a broken heart after discovering her lover betrayed and killed. Tickets cost 5,000 to 80,000 won. For more information, call (02) 587-6181 or visit www.kballet.org.