Choi Jung-won Leads Stacked Ensemble at Kwanglim Arts Center BBCH Hall

Courtesy of MPN COMPANY

The acclaimed Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical "Next To Normal" is scheduled to grace the stage in Seoul from March 5 to May 19 at Kwanglim Arts Center BBCH Hall in Gangnam District. The Korean rendition features veteran actor Choi Jung-won reprising the role of protagonist Diana, with occasional performances by Bae Hae-sun, making her debut in the role. 

▲ Courtesy of MPN COMPANYThe cast includes Lee Gun-myung and Michael Lee alternating as Dan, Diana's husband; Boy band B1A4 member and singer-songwriter Sandeul, musical actor and N.Flying band member Yoo Hwe-seung, and rookie theater actor Hong Gi-beom, all set to alternate as Gabe, the couple's teenage son. Additionally, Kim Hwan-hee and Lee Seo-young will alternate in the role of Natalie, the teenage daughter.

"Next To Normal" unfolds as a modern family drama, centering around Diana Goodman, a middle-aged woman grappling with chronic bipolar disorder, and her family as they navigate the challenges posed by her illness.

Penned by Brian Yorkey, who also handled the lyrics, and featuring music by Tom Kitt, the musical premiered off-Broadway in 2008 before reaching Broadway in 2009. Garnering numerous nominations at the Tony Awards that year, it secured three wins, including Best Score, and was honored with the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2010.

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