Musical 'Sejong, 1446' to be Presented as an Online Concert on Hangul Day

'Sejong, 1446' Musical Concert Live Broadcast on Naver TV at 3:30 PM on the 9th

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Byung-hee] The concert of the musical 'Sejong, 1446,' which depicts the life of King Sejong the Great, will be live-streamed on Naver TV on October 9th, Hangul Day.

According to the production company HJ Culture of 'Sejong, 1446,' Yeoju City will present a special performance of the musical concert titled 'Singing Together' in celebration of Hangul Day.

'Sejong, 1446' is a musical that portrays the grand epic from the moment King Sejong ascended the throne to his final moments. It not only highlights King Sejong’s love for his people based on benevolence (愛民) and his embodiment of creativity and innovation but also explores his struggles and anguish, re-examining the human side of 'I Do.' The musical was co-produced by Yeoju City, where King Sejong’s tomb is located, and HJ Culture. Starting with a tryout performance in 2017, it went through a West End workshop and reading showcase in the UK, premiered in 2018, and successfully completed a revival performance in 2019.

This concert will be presented in a format showcasing the full musical numbers and drama, rather than just highlight performances. Featuring a 12-piece orchestra and 25 actors, it will be divided into Act 1, an intermission, and Act 2.

Park Yoo-deok plays the role of 'Sejong,' Nam Kyung-joo plays Sejong’s father 'Taejong,' Park So-yeon plays 'Sohun Wanghu,' Lee Jun-hyuk plays 'Jeon Hae-woon,' a fictional rival of Sejong, Lee Ji-seok plays Sejong’s bodyguard 'Ungeom,' and Park Jung-won performs a dual role as Sejong’s brother 'Yangnyeong Daegun' and Joseon’s first scientist 'Jang Yeong-sil.' Additionally, the role of 'Dochang' has been added to fill and connect the scenes, promising a unique emotional experience not felt in the original 150-minute performance.

During the 15-minute intermission after Act 1, another concert within the concert will be presented. Three programs will be featured during the intermission. The first is a highlight video of the UK West End showcase reading of the musical 'Sejong, 1446,' including live performances and interviews with local British actors and creators. The second is a video capturing the dazzling scenery of King Sejong’s tomb, which reopened after 2 years and 5 months of refurbishment, accompanied by haegeum performance by Professor Jung Soo-nyeon of Korea National University of Arts. The last program features the time of Sohun Wanghu, the first joint burial queen of the Joseon royal tombs who endured hardships alongside King Sejong, with a performance of 'River of Time,' an original composition by violinist Kon.

The live broadcast of the 'Sejong, 1446' musical concert 'Singing Together,' organized by the Yeoju Sejong Cultural Foundation, will be streamed on Naver TV at 3:30 PM on October 9th, Hangul Day. Following the musical concert, 'Sejong, 1446' plans to tour local cities in the second half of the year to meet audiences.

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