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MuseumsQueen World Tour Exhibition: Bohemian Rhapsody Ara Art CenterUntil Oct. 6 Dedicated to one of the world's music legends, this exhibition features the rock band Queen. Formed in 1970, the group went on to release classics such as “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “We Will Rock You.” Although only two original members remain, the group is still active today, and has released over 30 albums. Their story was made into a 2018 film, which saw great popularity at the box office. The exhibition, covering four floors of the center, features both their work and personal stories.Tickets cost 16,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 1544-1555.Space Popular's “Gate of Bright Lights” is one of the pieces at this exhibition, which will be held until April 2020./ Courtesy of MMCA ⓒ Lara Lesmes, Fredrik HellbergArchitecture and Heritage: Unearthing FutureNational Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea Until April 2020 This exhibition will show how modern contemporary architects have envisioned the future of Korean architecture. W

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Classical ConcertsGyeonggi Philharmonic Master Series XISeoul Arts CenterOct. 12The Gyeonggi Philharmonic Orchestra, founded in 1997, was originally formed to spread classical culture throughout Gyeonggi Province. They quickly spread their reach nationwide and even began to perform internationally just 10 years later. They are currently led by Director Massimo Zanetti, who joined this ensemble in 2018. He has worked with orchestras worldwide such as the Czech Philharmonic and the New Zealand Symphony and has participated in several studio recordings. Violinist Lee Ji-yoon will be the featured soloist at this performance. Lee studied music at the Korean National University of Arts and the Hochschule fur Musik in Berlin, and has performed all over the world. The program for this concert will include the Brahms Violin Concerto as well as a Beethoven Symphony. Tickets cost 10,000 won to 60,000 won. For more information, visit ticket.interpark.com or call (02) 1544-1555.Beautiful Thursday Concert Series: Alexei Lubimov Kumho Art Hall YonseiSept. 26 The Kumho Art Hall is featuring a perfor

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