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Korean soprano Sumi Jo is holding a concert on Sept. 14, just before the country’s national holiday, Chuseok, which takes place the following week. See MUSIC, left. Provided by the organizers
SARAH BRIGHTMAN
Olympic Park, Olympic Gymnastics Hall
July 26: Under the banner of “Dreamchaser,” English classical crossover soprano Sarah Brightman is coming to Korea for the fourth time for the release of her 11th album. With her angelic voice, she will enchant fans with an array of hit songs, such as “Time to Say Goodbye,” “Ave Maria” and “Nella Fantasia.”
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 99,000 to 165,000 won ($88.54 to $147.57).
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, exit 3
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
CITYBREAK: HYUNDAI CARD SUPER CONCERT
Olympic Stadium
Aug. 17 and 18: More than 30 bands will play during this two-day festival. Muse will headline the first night, along with such acts as Iggy and the Stooges and the Korean band Chang Kiha and the Faces. On the second day, Korea’s Godfather of Rock, Shin Joong-hyun, Japandroids and Korea’s Apollo 18 are on the bill, with Metallica headlining.
Starting time to be announced.
Tickets cost 165,000 won for a one-day ticket and 250,000 won for a two-day ticket.
Sports Complex Station, line No. 2, exit 6 or 7
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
MAHLER’S SYMPHONY NO. 9 WITH CHUNG MYUNG-WHUN
Seoul Arts Center
Aug. 29: Violinist Leonidas Kavakos takes to the stage to play Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto and Mahler’s Symphony No. 9 under the direction of Maestro Chung Myung-whun.
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 10,000 to 120,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
SUMI JO
Olympic Park, 88 Garden Outdoor Stage
Sept. 14: Soprano Sumi Jo’s concert will feature collaborations with classical musicians including violist Richard Yongjae O’Neil and vocal ensemble Rottini, as well as the Ditto Orchestra under the baton of Adriel Kim.
The concert starts at 6 p.m.
Tickets range from 30,000 to 80,000 won.
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, exit 3
1577-5266, ticket.interpark.com.
JUSTIN BIEBER: BELIEVE WORLD TOUR
Olympic Park, Gymnastics Hall
Oct. 10: Canadian pop musician Justin Bieber is holding his first concert in Korea. Bieber is a best-selling pop music sensation, and has the most followers on Twitter.
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 99,000 to 132,000 won.
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, Exit 3
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
THEATER
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL ONSTAGE
Blue Square, Samsung Card Hall
To Sept. 1: Adapted from the American drama of the same name, “High School Musical” is a lively and fun look at young love. It features rising musical stars like Kang Dong-ho and Oh So-yeon and K-pop stars like Ryeo-wook from Super Junior, Luna from f(x) and Lee Jae-jin from FT Island.
Starts weekdays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday and holidays.
Tickets range from 60,000 to 120,000 won.
Hangangjin Station, line No. 6, exit 2
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
LES MISERABLES
Blue Square, Samsung Card Hall
To July 28: This version of the classic musical swept the top prizes at the 7th Musical Awards - Korea’s version of the Tonys - including Best Musical of the Year, Best Leading Actor, Rookie Actress of the Year, Best Supporting Actress and Best Director.
Shows start Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m.; Wednesdays at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 3 p.m. No shows on Mondays.
Tickets range from 50,000 to 130,000 won.
Hangangjin Station, line No. 6, exit 2
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
MONTE CRISTO
Chungmu Art Hall
To Aug. 4: Based on the novel “The Count of Monte Cristo,” this musical tells the story of a young man named Edmond Dantes who finds his fortune but is falsely accused of spying and seeks revenge during the Napoleonic Wars. The show consists of a series of musical numbers, mostly composed by Frank Wildhorn, who created such hits as “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Wonderland” and “Bonnie & Clyde.”
Starts weekdays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. No shows on Mondays.
Tickets range from 50,000 to 130,000 won.
Sindang Station, line No. 2, exit 1
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
MY DAD
Coex Art Hall
To Aug. 31: In an homage to dads everywhere, the musical brings to life the description of a father from a child’s view.
The musical starts at 2 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday; 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on weekends and holidays.
Ticket price is 30,000 won.
Samsung Station, line Number 2, exit 5.
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
CHICAGO
National Theater of Korea, Main Hall Hae
To Aug. 31: Always popular in Korea, the musical “Chicago” will be staged for the ninth time since 2000. For this season, singing great Insooni and veteran actress Choi Jung-won are joined by Lee Ha-nui, who plays the fabulous femme fatale, Roxie Hart.
The musical starts weekdays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. No shows on Mondays.
Tickets range from 40,000 to 120,000 won.
Dongkuk University Station, line No. 3, exit 6
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
ELISABETH
Seoul Arts Center, Opera House
July 26 to Sept. 7:This musical features great art design and a star-studded cast, including musical diva Ock Joo-hyun, Kim Jun-soo from JYJ, veteran singers Park Hyo-Shin and Lee Ji-hoon. The performance presents a fusion of fantasy and fiction based on the life of Elisabeth von Wittelsbach, empress of Austria and queen of Hungary.
Performances begin Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 8 p.m.; Wednesdays at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Tickets range from 30,000 to 140,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL
LG Arts Center
To Sept. 8: This musical is a joint work by conductor Frank Wildhorn and director David Swan, who are famous for the hit musical “Jekyll & Hyde.” It is based on a play and novel by Baroness Emmuska Orczy, set during the French Reign of Terror.
The musical starts weekdays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays and holidays at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Tickets range from 50,000 to 130,000 won.
Yeoksam Station, line No. 2, exit 7
(02) 2005-0114, www.lgart.com.
JACK THE RIPPER
D-Cube Art Center
To Sept. 29: This musical is based on the notorious serial killings that struck London in 1888, combining mystery with a tragic love story. The musical features a stellar cast, including Uhm Ki-joon and Sungmin from Super Junior and Changmin from 2AM.
The musical starts Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m.; Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sundays and holidays at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. No shows on Mondays.
Tickets range from 60,000 to 100,000 won.
Sindorim Station, line Nos. 1 and 2, exit 1
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
TRADITIONAL PERFORMANCE
Seoul Arts Center
To July 27: Based on four themes ? legend, challenge, crossover and choice ? this music festival is being held for the fourth time. For four weeks, there will be a variety of events, including the concert, “Oriental Scenery” by gayageum (traditional Korean zither-like instrument) player Hwang Byeong-ki, photographer Bae Byung-woo, and conductor and pianist Yang Bang-ean.
Also on the schedule is a concert titled “Arirang, the Song of Life - Pyeongchang, Gangwondo,” by singers Kim Ok-nyu and Kim Yoo-jin.
Tickets for indoor concerts are 30,000 won, while outdoor concerts are free.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
FESTIVAL
SUPER SONIC 2013
Olympic Park
Aug. 14 and 15: The annual Super Sonic rock festival will invite English duo Pet Shop Boys, veteran band Earth, Wind & Fire and New Zealand singer Willy Moon, along with Korean artists including Dickpunks and Super Kidd for the first day.
The second day features veteran singer Cho Yong-pil (who is enjoying quite a resurgence with his new album, “Hello”), as well as rapper Verbal Jint, rock band Jaurim and American rock band Hot Chelle Rae.
Concert schedule to be determined.
One-day tickets cost 77,000 won, while two-day tickets cost 88,000 won.
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, exit 3
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
2013 ASAN VALLEY ROCK FESTIVAL
Asan Daebu Sea Breeze Theme Park
July 26 to 28: Performers include alternative rock bands Stereophonics and My Bloody Valentine; the electronic band Idiotape; Roy Kim, winner of “Super Star K4”; and The Cure.
The festival will begin Friday and runs to Sunday, with camping available from Thursday night.
One-day tickets cost 120,000 won, and three-day tickets are 230,000 won. Camping tickets, which are available only for three-day ticket holders, start at 245,000 won.
Ansan Station line No. 4, exit 1 or Jungang Station line No. 4, exit 1
1544-9373, ticket.interpark.com.
2013 INCHEON PENTAPORT ROCK
FESTIVAL
Incheon Songdo 23rd Geunrin Park
Aug. 2 to 4: An array of bands will perform at this three-day festival. Korean rock pioneer Deulgukhwa, English alternative rock band Suede, American rock band Fall Out Boy, Hot Potato and Dickpunks are all on the schedule.
The festival starts at 10 a.m. Friday and runs until Sunday.
One-day tickets are 94,000 won. Two-day tickets are 135,800 won. Three-day tickets are 156,700.
Camping tickets are 10,000 won per person until Aug. 1.
Incheon Business District Station, Incheon line No. 1, exit 5
1544-1555, ticket.interpark.com.
Event information is collected from the Korea Tourism Organization and other online sources.
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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