[ACC Funny] Musical “Next to Normal”
The most perfect musical in the history of Broadway!
Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, won in 3 categories (original scores, orchestration, and leading actress), and received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama!
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- DateMay 25–26, 2024 (SAT–SUN)
- TimeSAT 15:00, 19:00 / SUN 14:00, 18:00
- PlaceTheater 2
- Age LimitAges 13 or older (those born in 2011 and earlier)
- Seating466 seats (booking available for 4 tickets per person)
- Price Ticket R seat KRW 90,000 / S seat KRW 70,000 / A seat KRW 40,000
- TicketFoundation Website / Call Center / Ticket Booth
- Contact+82-1899-5566
- Running time140 mins (including intermission)
- Information※ Ticket sales open on Apr. 4 (THU) at 10:00 on the website.
※ Guest bookings for foundation-sponsored shows can only be made and canceled through the foundation’s website
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Visitor Guide
Notice of Changes in Casting Schedule
The actor cast as Henry for the May 25 (SAT) performances at 15:00 and 19:00 has been changed as follows because of
health concerns (vocal nodules).
health concerns (vocal nodules).
May 25 (SAT), 2024, 15:00, 19:00 Henry: Kim Hyeon-jin → Choi Jae-woong
Cancelations and refunds due to this casting change can be processed
without fees through ticketing services (online, ticket booth, or call center) until May 15 (WED).
without fees through ticketing services (online, ticket booth, or call center) until May 15 (WED).
The actress cast as Diana for the May 26 (SUN) performance at 18:00 has been changed as follows because of
production team concerns.
production team concerns.
May 26 (SUN), 2024, 18:00 Diana: Bae Hae-seon → Choi Jeong-won
Cancelations and refunds due to this casting change can be processed
without fees through ticketing services (online, ticket booth, or call center) until May 16 (THU).
without fees through ticketing services (online, ticket booth, or call center) until May 16 (THU).
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the sudden changes in the casting schedules.
We appreciate your understanding.
We appreciate your understanding.
Booking and Visitors Notification
Suitable Viewing Age
- Age rating: Entry allowed for ages 13 and older (those born in 2011 and earlier)
- Please make sure to bring a certificate or document that may prove your date of birth (e.g., Public Health Insurance Certificate, Resident Registration Certificate, Passport, Student Card, etc.).
- ※ Viewers under the age limit cannot enter the venue regardless of the ticket held or accompanied by a guardian
- ※ Cancellation, refund, or exchange is not available if the viewer fails to attend the performance because they failed to understand the age limitation
Ticket Booking and Reception
- Reception of reserved tickets and on-site ticket purchases are available one hour before the commencement of the performance.
- ※ The reservation number of the booker’s mobile phone number must be checked before receiving the ticket
- For those who wish to book wheelchair seats, please contact us via the Call Center(☏1899-5566)for booking.
- All discounts are applicable per actual viewers, not the person who booked the ticket.
- ※ Those who purchased discounted tickets must present certificates on-site; discrepancy in the ticket price must be paid if the ticket holder fails to present appropriate certificates
Viewing Information
- National Asian Culture Center strictly restricts viewer rate, mid-performance entry, and photography for a pleasant viewing experience.
- ※ Viewers are responsible for failure to understand the entry regulations.
- Viewers can enter the venue 30 minutes before the performance, and will be prohibited entry once the performance begins.
- ※ The entry time may vary by the nature of the performance and on-site situation; please enter the venue 10 minutes before.
- This performance is ticketed; guests will receive a complimentary 4-hour parking benefit.
- ※ Rows M and N, as well as Box seats on the ground and first floors, may be visually obstructed because of the railings. Please consider this when making your bookings.
- ※ Depending on your seat position, the height of the stage and the movements of cast members may obstruct your view for certain scenes.
- ※ The injury sustained by actress Lee Seo-yeong, who plays Natalie for the May 25 (SAT) performances, may cause changes to certain scenes, such as movements or costumes.
Seat placement
ACC Theater 2 Seats
R S A Wheelchair seats Private seats
예매 가능좌석
- 1층
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- A : 1(좌 사이드), 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 1(우 사이드)
- B : 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25
- C : 3(좌 사이드), 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 3(우 사이드)
- D : 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27
- E : 5(좌 사이드), 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 5(우 사이드)
- F : 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27
- G : 7(좌 사이드), 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 7(우 사이드)
- H : 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27
- I : 9(좌 사이드), 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 9(우 사이드)
- J : 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27
- K : 11(좌 사이드), 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 11(우 사이드)
- L : 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27
- M : 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28
- N : 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27
- O : 1, 3, 5, 7, 28
- P : 2, 4, 6, 27
- 2층
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- Q : 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31
- R : 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32
Introduction
★★★★★
- The most perfect musical in the history of Broadway!
- Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, won in 3 categories (original scores, orchestration, and leading actress),
and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama!
Adored by reviewers and audiences alike, both in Broadway and Korea! - Profound emotions within intricate and powerful drama
- The creative team spent 10 years perfecting a production that can
resonate with patients and their families affected by bipolar disorder.
The conflict between Diana, a mother grappling with a mental disorder, and her family, who is pushed to their limits Despite all this, their efforts to mend their wounds
evoke sympathy from the audience, shining a hopeful light to a brighter future. - Powerful and captivating music that completes the show
- Captivating musical numbers loved by the public and musical enthusiasts,
including jazz, country, ballad, and powerful rock live performances
enhance the drama and character conflicts, immersing the audience into the narrative. - Beautiful dynamic stages with various lighting effects!
- The three-story steel structure and diverse lighting create a beautifully crafted stage
that symbolizes the complex emotions and relationships of the characters,
delivering dynamic and rounded emotions.
Synopsis
A family that looks perfectly ordinary on the outside.
Diana, a mother who is living with past wounds
Natalie, the daughter who feels neglected by her mother
Dan, the father who is struggling to keep the family together
Despite Dan’s ongoing efforts, Diana’s condition does not improve,
and the family reaches their breaking point.
They begin to see each other’s wounds
and sing of newfound hope, even amidst the challenging circumstances.
Natalie, the daughter who feels neglected by her mother
Dan, the father who is struggling to keep the family together
Despite Dan’s ongoing efforts, Diana’s condition does not improve,
and the family reaches their breaking point.
They begin to see each other’s wounds
and sing of newfound hope, even amidst the challenging circumstances.
Review
Original Production
An amazing and bold musical New York Times
Incredible. Exceptional and full of hope Daily News
The most adventurous and satisfying musical this season Associated Press
The future of American musicals The Washington Post
A-grade work. Painfully beautiful Entertainment Weekly
Incredible. Exceptional and full of hope Daily News
The most adventurous and satisfying musical this season Associated Press
The future of American musicals The Washington Post
A-grade work. Painfully beautiful Entertainment Weekly
Korean Production
A memorable masterpiece discovered this winter, touching hearts with emotions rather than grandeur. JoongAng Ilbo
A rare masterpiece that reaches out for a handshake with the audience The Chosun Ilbo
The organic, dynamic, and three-dimensional aspects of this work are at their best. The Dong-A Ilbo
Various music genres blend harmoniously, pleasing the ears with their beauty. Hankook Ilbo
It is refreshing to find an impressive and emotional drama amid the prevalence of light-hearted musicals. Maeil Business Newspaper
A rare masterpiece that reaches out for a handshake with the audience The Chosun Ilbo
The organic, dynamic, and three-dimensional aspects of this work are at their best. The Dong-A Ilbo
Various music genres blend harmoniously, pleasing the ears with their beauty. Hankook Ilbo
It is refreshing to find an impressive and emotional drama amid the prevalence of light-hearted musicals. Maeil Business Newspaper
Creative Team
- Playwright/Lyrics Brian Yorkey
- Composer Tom Kitt
- Producer Park Jun-yeong
- Music Director Lee Na-yeong
- Choreography Park Eun-yeong
- Stage Supervisor Oh Phil-yeong
- Light Supervisor Lim Jae-deok
- Sound Design Kang Kuk-hyeon
- Props Supervisor Jeong Yi-deun
- Costume Design Doh Yeon
- Makeup Design Lee Jeong-soo
Performance Schedule
| Date | Day of the week | Time | Diana | Dan | Gabe | Natalie | Henry | Doctor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 25 | SAT | 15:00 | Bae Hae-seon | Michael K. Lee | Sandeul | Lee Seo-yeong | Choi Jae-woong | Park In-bae |
| 19:00 | Bae Hae-seon | Michael K. Lee | Yu Hoe-seung | Lee Seo-yeong | Choi Jae-woong | Park In-bae | ||
| May 26 | SUN | 14:00 | Choi Jeong-won | Lee Geon-myeong | Hong Ki-beom | Kim Hwan-hee | Choi Jae-woong | Park In-bae |
| 18:00 | Choi Jeong-won | Lee Geon-myeong | Hong Ki-beom | Kim Hwan-hee | Choi Jae-woong | Park In-bae |
Cast
Diana
A middle-class housewife who appears perfectly ordinary
You don’t know the end of this despair. Don’t tell me it’ll be fine. You don’t know.
Choi Jeong-won
Bae Hae-seon
Dan
An honest father and husband striving to support his wavering family
I know you, and I’ve always been by your side. I’ll never abandon you
Lee Geon-myeong
Michael Lee
Gabe
A delightful son, reliable and gentle, yet cheeky
I’m alive, close to you. I’m alive
Sandeul
Yu Hoe-seung
Hong Ki-beom
Natalie
The daughter who strives for perfection
Somewhere around there in the realm of ordinary life. I want to go there.
Kim Hwan-hee
Lee Seo-yeong
Henry
Natalie’s boyfriend who pursues romance
I’ll be the perfect partner for you.
Choi Jae-woong
Doctor
A confident and charming doctor
Show me the hidden truth.
Park In-bae
Place Info.
ACC Theater, Theater 2
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