Eom Gijun, Kai, Shin Seongrok to Star in Musical 'Monte Cristo'

Ok Joo-hyun, LinA, and Lee Ji-hye at Mercedes Station

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Byung-hee] Um Ki-joon, Kai, and Shin Sung-rok will star as the main character 'Edmond Dantes / Count of Monte Cristo' in the 10th anniversary performance of the musical 'Monte Cristo.' The role of Edmond's lover 'Mercedes' will be played by Ok Joo-hyun, LinA, and Lee Ji-hye.

The production company of the musical 'Monte Cristo,' EMK Musical Company (EMK), finalized the casting for the 10th anniversary performance and released character posters of the six actors playing 'Edmond Dantes / Count of Monte Cristo' and 'Mercedes' on the 25th.

Um Ki-joon has participated in every season of 'Monte Cristo' from the premiere to this year's 10th anniversary performance. Recently, Um Ki-joon has been actively working on stage and in dramas, appearing in musicals such as 'Werther,' 'Rebecca,' the play 'Art,' and the drama 'Penthouse.'

Kai will appear in 'Monte Cristo' for the second time, following his performance in 2016. Kai shared his thoughts, saying, "It was a work that made me happy until the very end while acting in 2016. I am working hard and preparing to convey that same emotion to many audiences, so please look forward to it and I hope to see you at the theater."

Shin Sung-rok decided to join 'Monte Cristo' for the fourth time, after 2010, 2011, and 2016. Recently, Shin Sung-rok appeared in musicals such as 'Rebecca' and 'Daddy Long Legs.'

Ok Joo-hyun returns to the 'Monte Cristo' stage after nine years. She performed in the premiere in 2010 and the revival in 2011, making this her third appearance. Ok Joo-hyun is currently starring in the mid-sized musical 'Marie Curie.' LinA received favorable reviews from audiences for her role as Mercedes in 2016. Lee Ji-hye, who has shown her charm in productions such as 'Anna Karenina,' 'Phantom,' and 'Rebecca,' and is currently performing in 'Werther,' will be appearing on the 'Monte Cristo' stage for the first time.

'Monte Cristo' is based on the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' published in 1844 by French author Alexandre Dumas. The protagonist Edmond Dantes, a successful young sailor, is wrongfully imprisoned due to a conspiracy. In prison, Dantes meets Father Faria, escapes successfully, and changes his identity to the Count of Monte Cristo to seek revenge.

The musical 'Monte Cristo' will open on November 17 at the LG Arts Center Grand Theater.

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