2018.6.13 Ticket
Kendrick Lamar, who recently won the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for music for his album “DAMN,” will be holding a concert in Seoul next month. See MUSIC, left. [AP/YONHAP]
MUSIC
Kyung-Hee University, Peace Hall
June 16-17: Singer Yang Yo-seop - who debuted in 2009 with boy band Beast and is now the main vocalist of Highlight - will hold his first solo concert this month. Yang will perform multiple songs at the show including tracks from his second EP, released earlier this year.
The concerts starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday and 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Ticket prices range from 99,000 to 110,000 won ($92.04 to $102.27).
Hoegi Station, line No. 1, exit 1. Take green line bus Dongdaemun 2 and get off at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Kyung-Hee University Back Gate.
HARUKI MEETS MASTER OF ANIMATION
Seoul Arts Center, Concert Hall
July 1: Music inspired by the work of two prominent Japanese artists - novelist Haruki Murakami and animator Hayao Miyazaki - will be performed by the Arts Symphony Orchestra with conductor Ahn Du-hyeon at the helm.
There will be a special performance of American composer Mitch Leigh’s “Impossible Dream,” American musical composer Frank Wildhorn’s “This is the Moment,” American jazz pianist Nat King Cole’s “Quizas, Quizas, Quizas” and Italian musical composer Detto Mariano’s “L’immensita.”
In the second part of the program, pieces from composer Joe Hisaishi that have been used in Miyazaki’s films will be performed.
The show starts at 3 p.m.
Ticket prices range from 30,000 to 100,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5.
LE NOZZE DI FIGARO
Lotte Concert Hall
July 6-7: As one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most recognizable works, the “Marriage of Figaro” tells the story of Figaro, a servant to Count Almaviva, and Susanna, the Countess’s maid, and their wedding preparations in 18th century Spain.
Directed by Rene Jacobs, a renowned Belgian musician and conductor, this opera features the collaboration between the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra and The National Chorus of Korea.
Soprano Im Sun-hae will be reprising her role as Susanna in this performance.
The performance starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and 5 p.m. on Saturday.
Ticket prices range from 40,000 to 150,000 won.
Jamsil Station, line No. 2, exit 1 or 2.
MELOMANCE CONCERT
Blue Square Hall, Interpark Hall
July 6-8: Indie duo MeloMance, made up of vocalist Kim Min-seok and pianist Jeong Dong-hwan, is ready to take the stage for their biggest headlining concert yet. After the success of their hit 2017 song “Gift,” the pair took home the Best Indie award at the 2017 Melon Music Awards and Indie Discovery of the Year award at the 2018 Gaon Music Awards. They will be performing songs from their four EPs, including last year’s “Moonlight.”
The concert starts at 8 p.m. on Friday, 6 p.m. on Saturday and 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Ticket prices range from 88,000 to 99,000 won.
Hangangjin Station, line No. 6, exit 2 or 3.
JAURIM CONCERT
Olympic Park, Olympic Hall
July 7-8: This concert features Jaurim, a rock band that debuted in 1997. Consisting of vocalist Kim Yuna, guitarist Lee Sun-kyu and bassist Kim Jin-man, the trio will be performing a diverse range of songs including their previous hits, tracks from their new album and a cover song performed by Kim and Lee on JTBC’s cover performance show “Begin Again 2.”
The concert starts at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Ticket prices range from 88,000 to 110,000 won.
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, exit 3.
KENDRICK LAMAR
Jamsil Sports Complex, Auxiliary Stadium
July 30: Acclaimed musician Kendrick Lamar will be performing for the first time in Korea in Seoul. Noted for his soul-moving lyrics and powerful voice, Lamar is credited as an influential hip-hop icon. This 12 time Grammy-winning musician is well-known for fusing different genres of hip-hop, jazz, African music, funk and poetry.
The show starts at 8 P.M.
Ticket prices range from 110,000 won to 132,000 won.
Sports Complex Station, line No. 2, exit 6 or 7.
TRADITONAL PERFORMANCE
Seoul Donhwamun Traditional Theater
To June 23: This summer, Korea’s finest gukak (traditional Korean music) masters will gather to present the beauty of the genre.
The performance, held every Friday and Saturday in June, gives those who wish to experience Korea’s traditional music culture a chance to listen to noted traditional sori (a type of pansori that originates in Gyeonggi) masters, and the National Gukak Center’s Court Music Orchestra.
In total, seven types of gukak will be presented at every show and each week a different style will be featured prominently.
The performance starts at 8 p.m. on Fridays and 5 p.m. on Saturdays.
Ticket prices are 20,000 won per seat.
Anguk Station, line No. 3, exit 3.
THEATER
CAPONE TRILOGY
Hongik Daehangno Art Center, Small Theater
To June 17: This unique play revolves around three main characters - the trickster Loki, the usurper Lucifer and Vindici, the master of revenge in Chicago - and offers loads of tension and suspense. It is only open to people over the age of 19.
The show starts at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. from Tuesday to Friday; and 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on weekends and public holidays. There are no shows on Mondays.
Tickets are 30,000 won.
Hyehwa Station, line No. 4, exit 3.
KOREA NATIONAL BALLET: ANNA KARENINA
Seoul Arts Center, Opera Theater
June 22-24: Based on Leo Tolstoy’s 1877 novel of the same name, this world class masterpiece will be performed by the Korea National Ballet Company under the supervision of director Kang Sue-jin. Additionally, the classical music will be performed by the Korean Symphony Orchestra.
This performance centers on a married woman, Anna Karenina, who falls in love with the charming Count Vronsky. Initially, she is reluctant to carry out an affair, but they eventually begin dating and get caught. As a mother and wife, Anna finds herself caught between her obligations and her desires and is forced to make a choice.
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. on the weekend.
Ticket prices range from 5,000 to 50,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5.
THE MAN WHO LAUGHS
Seoul Arts Center, Opera Theater
July 8 to Aug. 26: Led by American theater director Robert Johanson, this musical is based on Victor Hugo’s 1869 novel of the same name and the 1928 film adaptation.
Set in 17th century Great Britain, the show tells the story of Gwnynplaine, an abandoned young boy with a disfigured face and his search for the truth behind his birth.
Singers Park Hyo-shin and EXO’s Suho are set to star as Gwnynplaine in this production.
The musical starts at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays; 8 p.m. on Thursdays; 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturdays and national holidays; and 3 p.m. on Sundays.
Ticket prices range from 60,000 to 150,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5.
KILLOLOGY
Daehakro Art One Theater 2
To July 11: Based on Welsh playwright Gary Owen’s play of the same name, this show is a stunning tale of virtual torture and horror. Killology is a popular online game in which players score extra points for torturing their victims in a creative manner. In the story, the game suddenly turns into reality, triggering fear amongst the people.
Owen won best playwright at the 2018 Wales Theatre Awards for “Killology.” This is the first time the play is being performed in Korea.
The show starts at 8 p.m. on weekdays and 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on weekends. There are no shows on Mondays.
Ticket prices range from 40,000 to 55,000 won.
Hyehwa Station, line No. 4, exit 2.
MAMA, DON’T CRY
Daehakro Art One Theater 1
To July 15: This musical revolves around a brilliant, shy professor who sadly can’t muster up the courage to talk to the girl that he has a crush on. After encountering a vampire while time traveling, the timid professor becomes a charming man. The show will be presented on a stereoscopic stage to highlight the themes of time and space.
Initially, the show was set to wrap up on July 1, but due to its popularity, its run has been extended for two more weeks.
Ticket prices range from 40,000 to 60,000 won.
Hyehwa Station, line No. 4, exit 2.
CHICAGO
D-Cube Art Center
To Aug. 5: As the second longest running American musical on Broadway, “Chicago” is returning to theaters with its lively vibes and flamboyant moves. Singer Ivy is once again playing the role of Roxie Hart.
It has been 18 years since this musical first debuted on local stages and June 23 will mark the show’s 1000th performance. Known for its social satire of the 1920s, this musical portrays the prison life of the inmates in Cook County prison.
There are no shows on Mondays. The show starts at 8 P.M. on weekdays including Mondays; 2 P.M. and 6:30 P.M. on weekends and national holidays.
Ticket prices range from 60,000 to 140,000 won.
Sindorim Station, lines No. 1 and No. 2, exit 1 or 5.
10TH ANNIVERSARY OF NOTRE DAME DE PARIS
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, Grand Theater
To Aug. 5: Based on the 1831 French romance novel by Victor Hugo, this musical is a combination of unforgettable songs, Gothic stage design and a dramatic plot. To mark its 10th anniversary at the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, the performance has selected a brilliant cast, including musical actors Yoon Gong-joo, Michael K. Lee, Choi Min-chul, Chung Dong-ha, Min Young-ki, Lee Choong-joo and Park Song-kwon, as well as singer K. Will.
The show starts at 8 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Wednesdays; 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturdays; and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sundays. There are no shows on Mondays.
Ticket prices range from 60,000 to 140,000 won.
Gwanghwamun Station, line No. 5, exit 8.
FESTIVAL
SOUND CITY
Olympic Park, SK Olympic Handball Stadium
July 27-29: This upcoming summer music festival, organized by Live Nation Korea, will feature nine groups in total, including British duo Honne and Scottish band Chvrches.
Sekai No Owari, a four member Japanese band will also be performing.
The doors for the festival open at 5 P.M. on Friday and 4 P.M. on Saturday and Sunday.
Ticket prices are 110,000 won per day.
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, exit 3.
*Most tickets are available at ticket.interpark.com/global or by calling 1544-1555.
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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