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A musical portraying life of Napoleon, one of the most controversial leaders in world history, will be presented at the Charlotte Theater until Oct. 22. / Courtesy of Show Media Group

Classical Concerts

‘Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra Music Theater _ The Tempest'

National Theater of Korea

Aug. 10

Tchaikovsky's "The Tempest" will be performed by the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra on Aug. 10 at the National Theater of Korea.

The Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO) has been running its "Music Theatre" program since 2016, in which it presents program music (a type of orchestral music which illustrates a story) in cooperation with actors and dancers, who express the music and story with their bodies. Through "The Tempest," the SPO will portray the message of love, tolerance and reconciliation, and bring the audience an opportunity to enjoy the magical story of Shakespeare and musical creativity of Tchaikovsky at the same time.

Tickets cost 20,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1588-1210.

‘Disney Beauty and the Beast Live to Film’

Lotte Concert Hall

Aug. 26 to 28

Music from Disney’s famous film “Beauty and the Beast” will be performed live at the Lotte Concert Hall from Aug. 26 to 28.

“Beauty and the Beast” is a 2017 musical film based on Disney’s 1991 animated film of the same title. The film is famous for its beautiful original soundtrack. Its theme song “Beauty and the Beast” won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1992, and numerous other songs including “Belle,” “Gaston” and “Be Our Guest” garnered wide acclaim.

In this event, the film “Beauty and the Beast” will be presented on a wide screen, while its soundtrack will be played live by Korea Coop Orchestra in sync with the film.

Tickets cost 40,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, visit lotteconcerthall.com or call (02) 552-2505.

Big Tickets

‘Wanna One Premier Show-Con'

Gocheok Sky Dome

Aug. 7

Korean boy band Wanna One will officially debut by having its first concert at Gocheok Sky Dome on Aug. 7

Wanna One was formed through season 2 of competition show "Produce 101," in which 101 boys competed to join a new K-pop boy band. The program enjoyed huge popularity in Korea, topping weekly TV show rankings and being the most influential TV program in Korea for 10 consecutive weeks. The band's 11 members were selected by the viewers' poll, and are now receiving broad attention from the public. The concert will be the first-ever opportunity to appreciate Wanna One's energetic performance and newly released songs.

Tickets cost 33,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 371-8380.

‘Ariana Grande: Dangerous Woman Tour'

Aug. 15

As part of her world tour, American singer Ariana Grande will visit Korea for the first time and have a concert on Aug. 15 at Gocheok Sky Dome.

With her wide vocal range and stunning skills, Ariana Grande is known to be the hottest new pop diva. In 2016, she released her third studio album, "Dangerous Woman," and won Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards. For Korean audiences, this concert is the first opportunity to appreciate Grande's superb live performance.

Tickets cost 99,000 to 143,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 3141-9226.

Pop & Jazz

‘Energy Sharing Concert’

SK Olympic Handball Gymnasium

Aug. 26

Energy Sharing Concert will be held under the goal of promoting energy conservation and sharing energy facilities with developing countries in Asia and Africa on Aug. 26 at the SK Olympic Handball Gymnasium.

Five Korean hip-hop artists _ Zico, Dean, Babylon, Heize and Saay _ will take the stage for this occasion. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to Miral Welfare Foundation, an international nonprofit organization based in Korea which works on supporting people in developing countries.

Tickets cost 22,000 to 44,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (070) 8146-8140.

Plays & Musicals

‘Mata Hari'

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts

Until Aug. 6

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts runs the musical "Mata Hari" until Aug. 6.

During WWI, the beautiful exotic dancer Mata Hari becomes famous all over Europe. Knowing she can visit different parts of Europe without suspicion, French intelligence officer Ladoux forces her to become a spy. One day, Mata Hari falls in love with a brave soldier named Armand. However, Ladoux and his plan interfere with their love.

Actors Ok Joo-hyeon and Cha Ji-yeon play Mata Hari.

Tickets cost 50,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1577-6478.

‘Arirang'

Seoul Arts Center

Until Sep. 3

The musical "Arirang," which depicts the lives of Koreans during the Japanese colonial occupation, will be staged at the Seoul Arts Center until Sept. 3.

In the southwestern part of Korea, which is the peninsula's largest granary, the Japanese are taking control of land and crops, leaving Koreans in extreme poverty. While some courageously stand up against the occupiers, others work for them for their personal benefit.

Actors Ahn Jae-wook, Yoon Gong-joo and Kim Soung-nyeo appear in this musical.

Tickets cost 40,000 to 130,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 577-1987.

‘Cats'

Until Sept. 10

Broadway's legendary musical "Cats" is being presented at the National Theater of Korea until Sept. 10.

One special night, all the cats of the Jellicle tribe gather and dance, waiting for their leader, Old Deuteronomy, to select a cat to be reborn into a new life in heaven. One of them is Grizabella, who was once beautiful and glamorous, but now is scorned and despised by other cats. When Grizabella sings the famous number "Memory," in retrospect of her life and hoping for a new future, the other cats accept her back again into the community, and Old Deuteronomy chooses her to ascend to heaven.

Actor Laura Emmitt pays Grizabella, and Brad Little plays Old Deuteronomy.

Tickets cost 60,000 to 150,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1577-3363.

‘Cyrano'

LG Arts Center

Until Oct. 8

The musical "Cyrano," based on the play of the same title by French dramatist Edmond Rostand, will be presented at the LG Arts Center.

In mid-17th century Paris lives a man named Cyrano, who has amazing literary talents. He is in love with beautiful Roxane, but cannot confess his feelings because of an inferiority complex. Unaware of Cyrano's feelings, Roxane falls in love with Cyrano's handsome friend, Christian. On behalf of Christian, who is a terrible writer, Cyrano ghostwrites wonderful love letters to Roxane.

Actors Ryu Jung-han and Hong Kwang-ho play Cyrano.

Tickets cost 60,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1588-5212.

‘Napoleon’

Charlotte Theater

Until Oct. 22

For the first time in Asia, the musical “Napoleon” will be presented at the Charlotte Theater until Oct. 22.

Musical “Napoleon” was created by composer Timothy Williams and writer Andrew Sabiston. Since its premiere in 1994, it was staged in numerous places around the world including the West End and Broadway. The musical depicts turbulent life of Napoleon, as well as his complex relationships with his wife Josephine and chief diplomat Talleyrand.

Michael K. Lee, Im Tae-kyung and Han Ji-sang will play the role of Napoleon.

Tickets cost 60,000 to 140,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call 1577-3363.

Dance

‘The Temperature of Gaze’

Aug. 26 and 27

With an aim of presenting people’s view of each other and themselves, and sending a message of diversity and tolerance, the contemporary dance piece “The Temperature of Gaze” will be performed by Ubin Dance at the National Theater of Korea on Aug. 26 and 27.

The performance consists of three parts. In the first park, “Dark Energy,” the dancers express negative energy in society which limits and controls individuals’ unique characteristics and behavior. The second part, “I am Not,” reveals numerous aspects of an individual that is formed by different relationships and social roles. The final part, “Marriage,” portrays institutional discrimination that can be easily found in our society.

Tickets cost 30,000 to 50,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (010) 3129-4243.

Clubs

Club Octagon

Nonhyeon

Located near the New Hilltop Hotel in Nonhyeon, Club Octagon is notable for its stylish interiors and elite clientele. The club features a performance stage, lounge bar and dining area and is the perfect place to unwind on a night out after work or on the weekend. It is near exit 4 of Hakdong Station on Line 7. For more information, call (02) 516-8847.

Club Globe Lounge

Itaewon

Club Globe Lounge is famous among women looking for a place to throw birthday parties or enjoy a light dinner. From 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., it serves as a bar, changing into a club after 10 p.m. Every Thursday, Club Globe Lounge has a Happy Hour buffet for guests. Club Globe Lounge is located near the Hamilton Hotel by exit 2 of Itaewon Station on Line 6. For more information, call (02) 792-1127.

Club Evans

Hongik University

Club Evans is a live music club that has served as a platform for emerging jazz artists for a decade. It also operates jazz recording studios, where it produces albums for many local jazz artists, and a jazz academy. Club Evans holds jazz concerts and music sessions every Monday and Tuesday. Opening at 7:30 p.m., Club Evans is located near exit 1 of Sangsu Station on Line 6. For more information, visit clubevans.com or call (02) 337-8361.

Once in a Blue Moon

Apgujeong

Once in a Blue Moon, one of the best-known jazz clubs in the city, features live jazz sets from two different bands every night, usually starting at 7:30 p.m. It is located between the Hakdong Intersection and Galleria Department Store in Apgujeong. For more information, visit onceinabluemoon.co.kr or call (02) 549-5490.

Club Answer

Cheongdam

Club Answer, chosen as one of the five hottest clubs in Seoul by CNN, features music by some of the city's best DJs and a spacious interior with a state-of-the art lighting nightly. Club Answer is located in Cheongdam, a posh Seoul district known for its party culture, near exit 13 of Cheongdam Station on Line 7. For more information, call (02) 514-4311.

Club Double Eight

Sinsa

Opened in 2010, Club Double Eight takes clubbing to new heights. Located in Gangnam, near exit 1 of Sinsa Station on Line 3, it provides diverse hotel promotions and features weekend lineups with exuberant DJs. For more information, call (02) 543-8803.