Talent and Jealousy of 19th Century French Young Artists, Musical 'Artis'

[Asia Economy Reporter Byunghee Park] The original musical 'ARTIS' will be performed from March 21 to 29 at the Daehakro Arts Theater Small Theater.

The musical 'ARTIS' was selected as the musical category winner of the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service's '2019 Performing Arts Creation Workshop New Works of the Year.' Developed by Hong Company since 2016, it was introduced through the Chungmu Art Center's creation support program 'Musical House Black and Blue' in 2017, followed by over a year of further development.

ARTIS means 'art, talent' in Latin. The musical 'ARTIS' is set in late 19th-century Montmartre, France, and tells the story of four artists' talents, envy, and jealousy. Centered on the genius composer Eric (Kim Dobin), who wounds those he loves without hesitation in the name of affection, it also portrays his lover Eloise (Kim Heera), his patron Patrick (Ahn Changyong), and the aspiring composer Matisse (Hyun Seokjun), who admires him, exploring the relationships among these four characters.

Eric is a bold and charming yet wounded character. Eric's lover Eloise is portrayed as an independent, passionate, and free-thinking figure inspired by the 19th-century female painter Suzanne Valadon. Patrick is a devoted and introverted character who serves as the narrator and the voice of the play-within-the-play, anchoring the story. The diligent aspiring composer Matisse admires and follows Eric but reveals a surprising twist.

Matisse tickets will be available for early reservation to Arko Mania members on March 11 via the Arko Daehakro Arts Theater website, followed by general sales on Interpark Ticket on March 12. A 30% early bird discount will be offered to those who book between February 12 and 19.

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