Universal Ballet Sleeping Beauty 2026: Seoul Arts Center Guide
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At a glance
Official information verified- Dates
- 2026-10-02 ~ 2026-10-04
- Venue
- Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center
- Hours
- Fri 19:30, Sat 14:00 and 19:00, Sun 14:00 (runtime 155 minutes)
- Tickets
- R 140,000 KRW / S 120,000 KRW / A 90,000 KRW / B 60,000 KRW / C 30,000 KRW
- Cast / Performers
- Universal Ballet, Hankyung arte Philharmonic, Conductor Jung-Bae Ji, Music Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Choreography Marius Petipa & Konstantin Sergeyev, Revised Oleg Vinogradov
- Address
- 2406 Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Bringing fairytale grandeur and royal elegance to the Seoul stage, the Universal Ballet Sleeping Beauty 2026 will be performed from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Seoul Arts Center Opera Theater. First staged by Universal Ballet in 1994 as the first full-length production in South Korean ballet history, this iconic staging represents the absolute pinnacle of 19th-century imperial Russian classicism. Set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s majestic symphonic score and Marius Petipa’s choreography, this landmark revival offers an unforgettable cultural experience for global performing arts travelers.
Reconstructed under the direction of Oleg Vinogradov, former artistic director of the Mariinsky Ballet, the production faithfully preserves the exquisite aristocratic refinement of the Saint Petersburg school. Maestro Jung-Bae Ji conducts the Hankyung arte Philharmonic in a stirring live orchestral performance that breathes life into every dramatic nuance. From the glittering fairy variations to the legendary Rose Adagio and the jubilant wedding divertissements, Universal Ballet’s premier dancers demonstrate world-class technical virtuosity against lavish sets designed by Simon Pastukh and opulent costumes by Galina Solovyeva.
Visitor Guidance, Venue Access, and Ticketing Policies
Practical information for international theatergoers planning a visit to the Seoul Arts Center Opera House:
- Dates & Curtain Times: October 2 (Friday) at 19:30; October 3 (Saturday) at 14:00 and 19:00; October 4 (Sunday) at 14:00 (4 performances in total). Running time is 155 minutes.
- Venue Location: Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center (2406 Nambusunhwan-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul).
- Ticket Pricing: R Seat 140,000 KRW; S Seat 120,000 KRW; A Seat 90,000 KRW; B Seat 60,000 KRW; C Seat 30,000 KRW.
- Admissions Policy: Elementary school and older. Official age verification documents such as passports or national ID cards may be requested at the box office.
- Host & Organizer: Host (재)한국문화재단, Organizer (재)한국문화재단 유니버설발레단.
- Sponsor: 통일그룹.
- Transit Directions: Alight at Nambu Bus Terminal Station (Subway Line 3, Exit 5). A ten-minute walk or brief feeder bus ride (Seocho 22) delivers visitors directly to the opera complex plaza.
- Inquiries: 02-6949-1777.
Recommended Autumn Performing Arts in Seoul
Complementing this classic fairytale ballet, early autumn in Seoul features an extraordinary variety of symphonic music, recitals, and outdoor stage spectacles.
Marvel at world-class dancers during the World Ballet Star Gala 2026, or explore the genius of Austrian classicism with the Rudolf Buchbinder Mozart Piano Concerto Project II.
Music lovers can also enjoy the stirring brass resonance of the Artenium Brass Band Masters Series or discover the captivating symphonic poems of the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra with Yekwon Sunwoo.
Official Ticket Booking and Performance Portal
To reserve seats, check seat selection diagrams, and confirm admissions guidelines for Universal Ballet Sleeping Beauty 2026, please consult the official Seoul Arts Center Program Detail Portal.