60 upcoming theater events
One Day – Romantic Comedy Play
Mon, 13 Apr 2026
Daehakro Changjo theater
Romantic comedy stage play at Daehakro Changjo theater in Seoul. A witty, heartwarming love story delivered with sharp dialogue, lively performances, and a warm theatre crowd—perfect for a date night or a night out in the Seoul arts scene.
Pansori Play: Bonjour Docteur Knock!
Wed, 15 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Geumcheon Musical Center
Geumcheon Arts & Culture Foundation presents a creative pansori reinterpretation of the French play Knock, reimagined as Bonjour Docteur Knock! at Geumcheon Musical Center. This collaboration between Creative TAROO and renowned director Lee Chul-hui blends traditional Korean storytelling with Western theatre for indoor evening performances running April 16–25, 2026.
걸리버스 3
Thu, 16 Apr 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
Gullivers 3, a Korean theater production, is staged at Daehakro Arts Theater Main Hall in Seoul on 2026-04-16. This contemporary performance blends bold storytelling with inventive staging, inviting audiences to rethink tradition and imagination.
The Screwtape Letters – A Musical
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
Myeongnyun Art Hall
Experience The Screwtape Letters as a gripping stage musical at Myeongnyun Art Hall. This witty, provocative adaptation blends sharp satirical dialogue with powerful songs, inviting audiences into Wormwood’s world of temptation and moral reflection.
Sungdong Miniature Opera: The Barber of Seville
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
소월아트홀 (월요일 휴관)
An intimate miniature opera production of The Barber of Seville staged at Seoul's So-wol Art Hall by the Sungdong Cultural Foundation. The two-day show runs April 17–18, 2026, delivering refined arias and vivid staging in a compact setting with paid admission.
크리에이티브 VaQi
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
Huam Theater
An intimate live theater performance, 크리에이티브 VaQi, at QUAD Theater in Seoul. It plays weekdays at 19:30, with Saturday performances at 15:00 and 19:00 and Sunday at 15:00, and no show on Mondays, offering a contemporary stage experience.
보이스 오브 팬텀 [리베란테]
Sat, 18 Apr 2026
세종문화회관 세종대극장
Ticketed theatrical musical at Sejong Center's Grand Theater in Seoul: Voice of Phantom [Liberante]. An indoor stage production on 18 April 2026 featuring dramatic singing, lush sets, and a polished ensemble. A modern reinterpretation of a phantom tale for theatre lovers seeking a high-quality night of live performance.
Father and Daughter: Theater Play
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
Seongam Art Hall
A theater performance titled 'Father and Daughter' at Somyeong Art Hall. This intimate drama about family and memory unfolds on a minimalist stage, delivering powerful performances in a contemporary venue that heightens the emotional stakes.
Werther
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:30
Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center
Korea National Opera stages Werther at the Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center, a grand production of Massenet's doomed romance. The formal staging showcases lush French arias, intense drama, and refined vocal artistry in a premier Seoul venue, promising an unforgettable night for opera enthusiasts.
Musical 〈ARANG〉
Sat, 11 Apr 2026
Charlotte Theater
Musical ARANG at Charlotte Theater brings a contemporary stage production blending song, dance, and storytelling. This engaging performance promises a vibrant, immersive theater experience.
[Play&Stay] The Musical Death Note + Hotel
Wed, 22 Apr 2026
D-CUBE LINK ARTS CENTER
Experience a dynamic stage musical: [Play&Stay] The Musical Death Note + Hotel, a high-energy adaptation blending suspenseful storytelling with song at the D-CUBE LINK ARTS CENTER in Seoul. This production from the Play&Stay lineup reimagines Death Note for the stage with lush sets and an immersive soundtrack.
달팽이들의 오페라 피가로의 결혼
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
GS Arts Center
An inventive staging of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, billed as The Opera of Snails, at Mapo Arts Center in Seoul. This Korean production merges classic arias with contemporary visuals for a refined, artsy evening of operatic theatre that will appeal to both longtime opera fans and curious newcomers.
Mondrian
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul
An abstract, Mondrian-inspired contemporary dance performance staged in LG SIGNATURE Hall at LG Arts Center Seoul. Expect sharp geometric movement, live music, and striking visual design that echoes Piet Mondrian’s grids and colors.
연극내일 프로젝트 탠덤: Tandem,여왕의 탄생,피르다우스
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
A Korean-language theater program by 연극내일 프로젝트 Tandem featuring Tandem, 'The Birth of the Queen', and 'Firdaus' at ARKO Arts Theater. An inventive, myth-inspired performance exploring collaboration and identity in a compact, intimate Seoul venue.
Theater performance at Daehakro Arts Theater (Main Hall)
Sat, 25 Apr 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
Experience a live theater performance at Daehakro Arts Theater (Main Hall) in Seoul. This ARKO-backed show promises intimate staging, showcasing contemporary Korean stagecraft in a renowned arts venue. A must-see for theater lovers seeking engaging storytelling and top-notch performance in a classic venue.
김치찌개 웨스턴: 밥주걱과 45구경 권총의 결투
Sat, 25 Apr 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
An offbeat theater piece at ARKO's Small Hall blending Korean humor with Western tropes. The show promises a tongue-in-cheek duel between a rice spoon and a .45 pistol, delivered in a stylish, high-energy performance that playfully riffs on genre clichés.
MJB Theater 〈In The Red〉
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
Yeonhee Art Theater
MJB Theater presents In The Red, a contemporary drama staged at Yeonhee Art Theater. This gripping production dives into ambition, debt and betrayal with tight pacing and striking performances in an intimate venue. Tickets are available online via the event page on Nol.
공놀이클럽
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
Huam Theater
Korean theater piece '공놀이클럽' staged at QUAD Theater in Seoul. Performances run on weekdays at 19:30 and weekend matinees at 15:00, with Mondays dark. A visually engaging, contemporary stage production blending playful elements with dynamic acting for a broad audience.
본동 세레나데 4회차: 벌룬아트 & 저글링 쇼
Sat, 25 Apr 2026
본동어울마당 아트홀
Seoul's 본동어울마당 아트홀 presents a free, family-friendly balloon-art and juggling show, the fourth installment of the 본동 세레나데 spring series. A lively performance by a balloon artist and clown, blending colorful acrobatics, whimsy, and street-theatre vibes in an intimate indoor setting.
뮤지컬 헝키쇼 (HUNKY SHOW)
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
스타스테이지
Hunky Show is a Korean-language musical at Stars Stage in Seoul. This high-energy stage production blends song, choreography, and storytelling, with tickets available on Melon's performance platform. A lively theatre experience ideal for families and music fans.
Navillera
Sat, 2 May 2026
Seoul Arts Center, Jayu Theater
Navillera is a musical staged at Seoul Arts Center's Towol Theater, delivering a heartfelt tale of ambition and friendship with vibrant songs and graceful choreography in an intimate, refined venue.
모어 라이프
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
Doosan Art Center - Space111
Korean-language theatre piece 모어 라이프 stages at Doosan Art Center Space111 in Seoul. This intimate contemporary performance explores modern life, relationships, and identity through stark visuals and immersive storytelling. A thoughtful, genre-blending night in an iconic venue.
Musical 〈SEOPYEONJE〉
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
KWANGLIM Arts Center BBCH Hall
Experience Musical SEOPYEONJE at the KWANGLIM Arts Center BBCH Hall in Seoul. This live theatre musical blends song, dance, and storytelling in a modern stage setting, delivering a dynamic K‑arts experience with striking choreography and catchy tunes that captivate adults and theatre lovers.
Double Bill: McGregor & Tetley with Korean National Ballet
Fri, 8 May 2026 at 19:30
GS Arts Center
Experience a refined evening of ballet and contemporary dance as GS Arts Center presents a double bill by McGregor & Tetley in collaboration with the Korean National Ballet. The program fuses ballet, contemporary dance, visual arts, and film across multiple performances Fri 8 May 19:30, Sat 9 May 15:00, Sun 10 May 15:00 at GS Arts Center.
Love You Mom - Theater (2026)
Fri, 1 May 2026
Daehakro ART HOUSE
A Korean-language theater piece, Love You Mom, staged at Daehakro ART HOUSE in Seoul. This contemporary drama explores family bonds through intimate storytelling and bold staging, offering a moving night of live theatre in Seoul's famed Daehakro district.
LG Arts Center Production 'Uncle Vanya'
Thu, 7 May 2026
LG ARTS CENTER SEOUL LG SIGNATURE Hall
A Chekhov classic staged at LG Arts Center Seoul’s LG Signature Hall. Uncle Vanya unfolds on a refined stage with powerful performances and piercing social tensions, offering a timeless look at longing, disappointment, and human folly.
Uncle Vanya at LG Arts Center, Seoul
Thu, 7 May 2026
LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul
Korean production of Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, directed by Son Sang-gyu, at LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul. A contemporary, intimate staging that translates the classic drama to a modern setting with precise performances and evocative design.
Get off work at 6 o'clock
Fri, 1 May 2026
Yegreen theatre
Get off work at 6 o'clock is a lively musical at Yegreen Theatre, blending brisk storytelling with catchy tunes and witty dialogue. Set in a stylish, intimate venue, it playfully charts after-work life and urban escapades, delivering a fun, high-energy night out.
It's Romance When I Do it
Fri, 1 May 2026
Daehak-ro Hama Theatre
A contemporary theater piece titled It's Romance When I Do It at Daehak-ro Hama Theatre in Seoul. This drama blends intimate storytelling with witty dialogue and a bold stage design in Korea's lively Daehak-ro arts district.
Pink Truck
Fri, 1 May 2026
Daehak-ro Starlit Hall
Pink Truck is a theater performance at Daehak-ro Starlit Hall that weaves intimate storytelling and striking stagecraft. Set in Seoul's vibrant arts district, the production promises compelling acting, inventive visuals, and a thought-provoking drama that lingers after the curtain.
2026 Young Choreographers Creation Performance
Sun, 3 May 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
An evening of contemporary dance featuring new works by emerging choreographers at Daehakro Arts Theater Small Hall. Intimate, movement-driven pieces showcase fresh voices in Korean dance.
Musical 〈OZ〉
Tue, 5 May 2026
Daehangno TOM Theater & Academy, Hall 2
A stage musical OZ at Daehangno TOM Theater & Academy, Hall 2 in Seoul. This high-energy production blends song and dance with charismatic performances in an intimate theatre setting, delivering a lively night of contemporary musical theatre.
김영찬 감각의 분모_아르코 댄스 UP:RISE 2026
Fri, 8 May 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
A contemporary dance piece by Kim Young-chan at Daehakro Arts Theater Main Hall, part of ARKO Dance UP: RISE 2026. Expect inventive movement and atmospheric staging that explores perception and sensation.
Uncle Vanya at LG Art Center Seoul, directed by Son Sang-kyu
Thu, 7 May 2026
LG아트센터 서울 LG SIGNATURE 홀
A Chekhov drama, Uncle Vanya, directed by Son Sang-gyu, staged at LG Art Center Seoul's LG SIGNATURE Hall. This contemporary production offers intimate, powerful performances in a prestigious venue, inviting audiences into a timeless tale of ambition, disillusionment, and human connection.
Musical 〈The Brothers Karamazov〉
Tue, 12 May 2026
NOL THEATER DAEHAKNO WOORI INVESTMENT SECURITIES HALL (Middle Theater)
Stage musical adaptation of Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov at NOL Theater's Daehakno Hall. A grand, live musical experience with dramatic storytelling, lush songs, and a contemporary staging of the Russian classic.
뮤지컬 〈오지게 재밌는 가시나들〉
Fri, 15 May 2026
Haneul Round Theater, The National Theater of Korea
Experience a lively Korean-language musical at the Haneul Round Theater in the National Theater of Korea. The comedy-musical delivers catchy songs, witty dialogue, and vibrant staging in a stylish indoor venue in Seoul.
Hymn of Death – Stage Play
Fri, 8 May 2026
Sohyang Theater Shinhan Card Hall
Hymn of Death is staged as a dramatic theater performance at Sohyang Theater Shinhan Card Hall in Busan. This production promises a poignant live drama experience in a contemporary venue, bringing a respected stage piece to audiences in Korea.
박유라 스턴트 – ARKO Dance UP: RISE 2026
Sat, 16 May 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
A contemporary dance piece by Park Yura, presented in ARKO's Daehakro Arts Theater Main Hall as part of UP:RISE 2026. The performance blends bold movement with storytelling in an intimate theater setting, showcasing dynamic choreography and stagecraft.
춘섬이의 거짓말
Fri, 22 May 2026
ARKO Arts Theater (Small Hall)
Catch the Korean stage drama 춘섬이의 거짓말, officially selected for the 47th Seoul Theatre Festival, at ARKO Arts Theater Main Hall. A contemporary drama exploring truth and illusion through intimate performances and bold staging in Seoul's renowned theater venue.
As You Like It
Thu, 28 May 2026
Daloreum Theater(National Theater of Korea)
Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It is staged at the Daloreum Theater (National Theater of Korea) in Seoul. A witty tale of disguise, love, and identity unfolds on a grand theatre stage, showcasing sharp verse, lively humor, and elegant production values.
어린이 체험학습 뮤지컬
Sat, 16 May 2026
GS Arts Center
A Korean children's experiential learning musical at Mapo Arts Center in Seoul, blending education with live song and storytelling. This family-friendly performance invites kids to explore ideas through colorful characters and engaging music in an intimate theater setting.
Damien Jalet × Kohei Nawa: PLANET[WANDERER]
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 at 19:30
GS Arts Center
PLANET[WANDERER] brings choreographer Damien Jalet together with visual artist Kohei Nawa for a bold cross-disciplinary event at GS Arts Center. This contemporary dance piece paired with immersive visuals unfolds across three evening performances (June 24–26) at 19:30. A striking synthesis of movement and sculpture in a gallery-like theater setting.
Alexander Ekman: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul
Alexander Ekman brings a bold interpretation of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Seoul’s LG SIGNATURE Hall. This contemporary dance piece blends precise, playful choreography with striking visuals for an artsy, professional theatre experience in an intimate setting.
Peter Grimes
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 at 18:30
Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center
Seoul's Korea National Opera stages Peter Grimes at the Opera Theater of the Seoul Arts Center. Britten's sea-tragedy is brought to life by a full orchestra and acclaimed soloists in a prestigious, acoustically renowned venue.
크리스탈 파이트 & 조너선 영의 '어셈블리 홀'
Fri, 5 Jun 2026
LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul
A contemporary theatre collaboration by Crystal Fight and Jonathan Young in Assembly Hall at LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul. The production blends live performance with storytelling to create an intimate, immersive night of art, inviting audiences to reflect on memory, space, and identity.
연극 〈베니스의 상인〉
Wed, 8 Jul 2026
국립극장 해오름극장
A classic Shakespeare drama staged at Seoul's National Theater Haoreum Theater. The Merchant of Venice unfolds with powerful acting, courtroom tension, and timeless themes of justice and mercy in a venerable theater setting. A refined evening of live stage craft in a prestigious venue.
The Killing Story
Fri, 3 Jul 2026
Seongam Art Hall
On July 3, 2026, The Killing Story is staged at Somyeong Art Hall. This intimate theater drama blends tense storytelling with stark stagecraft, delivering a thought-provoking experience for adult audiences in a formal, artsy setting. A compelling night of live performance in a stylish venue.
나는 나의 아내다
Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Doosan Art Center - Space111
A Korean theater piece titled '나는 나의 아내다' staged at Doosan Art Center Space111 in Seoul. A thought-provoking drama exploring relationships and identity in an intimate venue that invites close audience connection.
경성의 고독한 미식가들
Sat, 25 Jul 2026
Doosan Art Center - Space111
An intimate Korean-language theater piece, 경성의 고독한 미식가들, staged at Doosan Art Center Space111 in Seoul. The drama follows solitary gourmets navigating memory and longing against a moody, refined set, offering sharp dialogue and a cinematic stage atmosphere. A stylish, memorable night of storytelling in a premier arts venue.
Das Rheingold
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 at 19:30
Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center
Korea National Opera performs Wagner's Das Rheingold at the Opera Theater in the Seoul Arts Center. A grand operatic evening with stellar vocalists and rich orchestration, staged in Seoul's premier performing arts complex.
본주 신작
Wed, 2 Sept 2026
Doosan Art Center - Space111
Korean-language theater piece 본주 신작 debuts at Doosan Art Center Space111 in Seoul on 2026-09-02. This contemporary stage work offers intimate, cutting-edge storytelling in a renowned Seoul venue.
Théâtre National de Strasbourg ‘LACRIMA’
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
Seongnam Arts Center, Opera House
The Théâtre National de Strasbourg presents Lacrima at Seongnam Arts Center’s Opera House. A bold contemporary drama that blends French theatre craft with striking modern staging. An international touring production sure to captivate fans of serious theatre.
Lee Jaram Pansori 'Snow, Snow, Snow'
Fri, 23 Oct 2026
LG ARTS CENTER SEOUL LG SIGNATURE Hall
Lee Jaram Pansori 'Snow, Snow, Snow' is a traditional Korean pansori theater piece staged at LG Arts Center Seoul's LG Signature Hall. Expect intimate storytelling through dynamic vocal performance and ritual staging in a formal, culturally rich setting.
양손프로젝트 신작 '민중의 적(가제)'
Fri, 20 Nov 2026
U+ Stage, LG Arts Center Seoul
Two-Hand Project premieres a new stage work, 'Enemy of the People' (tentative), at U+ Stage inside LG Arts Center in Seoul. A contemporary theatre piece that blends bold performance with incisive storytelling to probe power, dissent, and public responsibility.
Don Carlos
Thu, 3 Dec 2026 at 17:00
Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center
Korea National Opera stages Verdi's Don Carlos at the Opera Theater of the Seoul Arts Center, presenting a grand classical opera in a prestigious Seoul venue.
렛미플라이
Tue, 6 Oct 2026
Doosan Art Center - Yonkang Hall
An intimate theater production, 렛미플라이, performed at Doosan Art Center – Yonkang Hall in Seoul. This contemporary stage work promises tight pacing, strong performances, and a focused night of live theater in a revered indoor venue.
이경헌 신작
Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Doosan Art Center - Space111
New work by acclaimed Korean playwright Lee Kyung-heon premieres at Doosan Art Center Space111 in Seoul. This intimate theater piece promises contemporary storytelling, bold staging, and a nuanced exploration of human relationships in a sleek black-box setting.
Rosko
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
LG SIGNATURE Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul
Rosko, a Korean-language theatre piece directed by a noted director, is staged at LG SIGNATURE Hall in the LG Arts Center Seoul on 2026-11-13. This intimate production brings bold staging to a premier Seoul venue, offering innovative drama for theatre lovers.
강보름 신작
Wed, 25 Nov 2026
Doosan Art Center - Space111
Kang Bo-reum's new work premieres at Doosan Art Center Space111, delivering an intimate, boundary-pushing theater experience. Expect inventive staging, sharp storytelling, and a contemporary vision that challenges audiences in Seoul's Space111.
'ROHTKO' directed by Łukasz Twarkowski
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
LG ARTS CENTER SEOUL LG SIGNATURE Hall
ROHTKO is a theater performance directed by Łukasz Twarkowski, staged at LG ARTS CENTER SEOUL LG SIGNATURE Hall. The production blends experimental staging with bold storytelling for an immersive, thought-provoking evening in a premier Seoul venue.