Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

In Korea's 'Aladdin,' dazzling visuals and weak performances

[Review] The Korean production of Disney's "Aladdin" impresses visually but struggles with performances, particularly Aladdin and Jasmine, while Jung Sung-hwa's Genie shines. The show runs until June 22 in Seoul before moving to Busan.

2024-11-26

2024 MAMA Awards Osaka red carpet — in pictures

The 2024 MAMA Awards kicked off its second day at Kyocera Dome in Osaka on Friday.

2024-11-22

British rock royalty Oasis to hold Korean concert in October next year

British rock band Oasis will perform in Korea for the first time in 16 years in October next year, Live Nation Korea said Friday.

2024-11-22

NewJeans and AKMU to guest star in Yoasobi's Korea shows

NewJeans will appear on Dec. 7 and AKMU on Dec. 8 at the Inspire Arena in Incheon, according to concert organizer Livet on Friday.

2024-11-22

Rosé and Bruno Mars to perform global hit 'APT.' at MAMA Awards

Blackpink's Rosé and Bruno Mars will perform their global hit “APT.” at this year’s MAMA Awards on Friday in Osaka, the event operator CJ ENM said Thursday.

2024-11-21

Singer-songwriter Ahn Ye-eun broadens musical scope with EP 'Tales From A Wanderer'

Singer-songwriter Ahn Ye-eun admits her music may not be every listener’s cup of tea, but her clever crossover, which blends traditional music, pop and ballad, has rightly built her reputation as one of the most unique artists in Korea.

2024-11-21

'Heartsping: Teenieping of Love' to become a musical in January

The viral pink fairy animation, "Heartsping: Teenieping of Love," is set for a musical makeover in January, according to the movie's producer SAMG on Wednesday.

2024-11-20

Korean art, music to be showcased around Abu Dhabi in December

Korean art and music are set to be on display around Abu Dhabi through December as part of the government cultural exchange program with the United Arab Emirates, 2024 Korea Season UAE.

2024-11-20

Christopher, Yoasobi to perform at Melon Music Awards

Danish singer Christopher and Japanese duo Yoasobi will join K-pop acts including aespa, (G)I-DLE and BIBI at the 16th Melon Music Awards (MMA) on Nov. 30, the event’s organizer Kakao Entertainment said on Monday.

2024-11-18

Pianist Yunchan Lim wins French music award Diapason d'Or de l'Année

Pianist Yunchan Lim was given the Diapason d'Or de l'Année, a French classical music award, his agency Moc Production said Monday.

2024-11-18