2013.3.27 Ticket
The Keith Jarrett Trio that includes Jarrett on piano, Gary Peacock on bass and Jack Dejohnette on drums is coming to Korea for the second time to celebrate its 30th anniversary. See MUSIC, left. Provided by Sven Thielmann
THE SCRIPT
Uniqlo Ax
Today: Pop rock band The Script is holding its first solo concert in Korea. The Irish trio, formed in 2001 in Dublin, created “Celtic soul” by mixing their soulful music with groove rock. The band is known for performances that echo with upbeat numbers and stunning ballads.
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets cost 110,000 won.
Gwangnaru Station, line No. 5, exit 2
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
PSY
Seoul World Cup Stadium
April 13: Psy will hold a concert titled “Happening” on the same day he releases a new single. The event will be streamed live on YouTube.
The concert will start at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets range from 55,000 won to 110,000 won.
World Cup Stadium Station, line No. 6, exit 1
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
LORIN MAAZEL & THE MUNICH
PHILHARMONIC
Seoul Arts Center, Concert Hall
April 21 and 22: Conductor Lorin Maazel presents modern and classical sounds with the Munich Philharmonic. On the first day, the program will include the “Beethoven Coriolan Overture in C minor, Op. 62,” “Beethoven Symphony No. 4 in B Flat Major, Op. 60” and “Beethoven Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92.” On the second day, the concert will continue with the music of Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky.
The concert starts at 5 p.m. on the first day and 8 p.m. on the second day.
Tickets range from 70,000 won to 350,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
(02) 580-1300, www.sac.or.kr
KRAFTWERK
Jamsil Sports Complex, Dome Stage
April 27: German electronic music pioneer Kraftwerk, a legendary group that is said to have influenced other big-names like Michael Jackson and Coldplay, is holding its first concert in Seoul. The quartet is well-known for ingenious performances, and this time, it will dazzle on a stereoscopic stage specially designed for the show.
To make the most out of the stunning visuals, all audience members will be given 3-D glasses at no charge. The combination of laser beams, a 3-D screen and techno music will usher fans into the fantastical.
The concert starts at 9 p.m.
Tickets cost 110,000 won.
Sports Complex Station, line No. 2, exit 6 and 7.
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
MARTHA ARGERICH & MISCHA MAISKY
Seoul Arts Center, Concert Hall
May 6: Pianist Martha Argerich will join cellist Mischa Maisky for the first time on stage in Korea, although they have performed as a duet for more than 30 years.
The program will include selections by Schubert, Stravinsky and Beethoven.
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 60,000 won to 220,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
(02) 580-1300, www.sac.or.kr
KEITH JARRETT TRIO
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, Grand Theater
May 19: Keith Jarrett Trio is holding its second jazz concert in Seoul to celebrate its 30th anniversary. The group been highly acclaimed for its unique approach to jazz as well as its improv. The trio consists of pianist Keith Jarrett, bassist Gary Peacock and drummer Jack Dejohnette.
The performance starts at 7 p.m.
Tickets range from 60,000 won to 220,000 won.
Gwanghwamun Station, line No. 5, exit 1 or 8
1544-9373, ticket.interpark.com
THEATER
REBECCA
LG Arts Center
To March 31: A Korean production of the German-language musical “Rebecca” based on the novel of the same name by Daphne du Maurier has been created by Michael Kunze and Sylvester Levay. Yoo Jun-sang, Ryu Jung-han and Oh Man-seok have been cast for the production.
Performances start at 8 p.m. weekdays; 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. There are no performances Monday.
Tickets range from 50,000 won to 130,000 won.
Yeoksam Station, line No. 2, exit 7
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
SWEET, COME TO ME STEALTHILY
Seoul Arts Center, CJ Towol Theater
To March 31: Some 47 years since its debut in Korea, the musical has been revived with new music, choreography and advanced technology.
The performance features Kim Sun-young, Choi Jae-woong and Hong Gwang-ho.
Tickets are 44,000 won to 99,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
(02) 580-1300, www.sac.or.kr
MARGUERITE AND ARMAND
LG Arts Center
April 5 to 7: The ballet is inspired by “La Dame aux Camellias” by Alexandre Dumasfils.
Performances start at 7:30 p.m. Friday, and
3 p.m. and 6 p.m. weekends.
Tickets range from 40,000 won to 100,000 won.
Yeoksam Station, line No. 2, exit 7
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
LA BAYADERE
Seoul Arts Center, Opera Theater
April 9 to 14: “La Bayadere” has been revived by the Korean National Ballet. Originally performed by the Russian Imperial Ballet, it was later reinterpreted by the Bolshoi Ballet. Now the Korean troupe takes it on.
Tickets range from 5,000 won to 100,000 won.
Performances start at 7:30 p.m. weekdays; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 7 p.m Sunday
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
(02) 580-1300, www.sac.or.kr
THE THREE MUSKETEERS
Chungmu Art Hall
To April 21: The novel by Alexandre Dumas has been recreated into an astonishing musical.
Performances start at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Tuesday to Saturday; 8 p.m. Friday; and 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday and holidays.
Tickets range from 50,000 won to 130,000 won.
Sindang Station, line No. 2, exit 1
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
AIDA
D-Cube Art Center
To April 28: A Korean adaptation of Elton John and Tim Rice’s “Aida” is being staged for the third time in Korea.
The musical starts at 8 p.m. weekdays; 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; and 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. There is no show Monday.
Tickets are 60,000 won to 120,000 won.
Sindorim Station, line Nos. 1 and 2, exit 1
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
ARSENE LUPIN
Blue Square, Samsung Card Hall
To May 5: Attractive thief Arsene Lupin is the main character in Maurice Leblanc’s novel that has been adapted into a musical.
It starts at 8 p.m. weekdays except Monday; 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday; and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday.
Tickets are 60,000 won to 100,000 won.
Hangangjin Station, line No. 6, exit 2
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
MAMA, DON’T CRY
Chungmu Art Hall
To May 26: “Mama, Don’t Cry” is a musical about a physicist who is a genius except when it comes to love.
Performances start at 8 p.m. weekdays except Monday, and at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. weekends.
Tickets are 50,000 won.
Sindang Station, line No. 2, exit 1
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
TRADITIONAL PERFORMANCE
SHIM CHUNG
National Theater of Korea
May 9 to 12: The Universal Ballet will again stage Korea’s first ballet 27 years since its debut.
Performances start at 8 p.m. weekdays; 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; and 3 p.m. Sunday.
Tickets range from 10,000 won to 100,000 won.
Dongkuk University Station, line No. 3, exit 6
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com
Event information is culled from the Korea Tourism Organization and other online sources.
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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