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Korean opera. If you are looking for something new and revelatory, then you must not miss this remarkable show! MUSICAL & OPERA MUSIC SHOW - WEDDING! C venues - C, Wed 31 Jul–Mon 26 Aug, 7.55pm, £6.50–£10.00
Sensational comic music show where the actors sing, dance, and play approximately 20 creative and unique instruments. With a wedding ceremony being the main backdrop, audiences of all nationalities can enjoy the excitement. The ceremony is spiced up with a comical synopsis, the excellent facial expressions of the actors, participation of the audience, and a touch of K-pop melody combine to make this non-verbal comedy a must see! Be a guest at this hysterical wedding ceremony and enjoy the show!
THEATRE OTHELLO - TWO MEN Spotlites @ The Merchants’ Hall, Tue 20–Sat 24 Aug, 7pm, £5–£7
THEATRE PIANOFORTE, MY LIFE Spotlites @ The Merchants’ Hall, Sun 4–Sat 10 Aug, 5.45pm, £10–£12 ‘Pianoforte, My Life’ tells the story of a pianist at the end of her career. She reminisces and with regret remembers the last time her i ngers danced across the piano keys. The history, the past and the gifts she once had, cross and interface allowing us to witness the hard conditions of the artist who pursues the perfect concert. The show, consisting of a monologue and live piano music, has previously been performed around the world in three different languages. ‘A true sparkling gem of Fringe 2013’ (Jenna Bonavita, Rip it Up, Adelaide)
The story takes place behind bars. One night, two guys discover the real reason for the mess that they i nd themselves in. Iago, Othello’s servant, pulls Othello’s leg. He tells a tale of Desdemona cheating that makes Othello go mad. Did Othello have to kill his beloved Desdemona? Iago’s lies are not the only reason
DANCE & PHYSICAL THEATRE PUDASI C venues - C, Mon 12–Sun 25 Aug, 10am, £3.50–£8.50 Pudasi is a term used in Jeju pangut, an original Korean performing art which takes its origins from an indigenous Korean ritual over 5,000
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MUSIC WHALE OF A TIME C venues - C nova, Wed 31 Jul–Sat 17 Aug, 7pm, £6.50–£10.50 Breaking the boundaries of traditional and pop music, Coreyah have clearly been inl uenced by modern pop culture, but traditional Korea is never far away. This beautiful ensemble with their powerful performance features four traditional Korean musical instrument players, a guitarist, and a world percussionist. The group’s eclectic composition allows them to
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THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO
Edinburgh will once again host one of the world’s most spectacular entertainment events as The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo celebrates the Year of Natural Scotland. The 64th extravaganza will
be staged at the Scottish capital’s ancient castle and this year features an extraordinary performance of music and movement from South Korea. With innovative production, heart-stopping sound, imaginative graphics, state-of-the-art lighting and specially commissioned i reworks, the 90-minute show is set to captivate.