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The musical ‘Lempicka (Lempicka)’, hailed as one of the most talked-about productions of the first half of 2026, completed its meet-and-greet amid heated excitement, signaling the start of a historic Asian premiere.
On the 4th, photos from the meet-and-greet for the musical ‘Lempicka’, which opens on March 21 at COEX Artium in Seoul, were released. The event was attended by the principal creative team, along with leading Korean actors whose names alone inspire trust.
Held amid the mix of excitement and tension that comes with a Korean premiere, the gathering drew attention for a convivial mood that belied a first meeting. In particular, the actors already deeply embodying their characters stood out, sending expectations for the production soaring.
In the photos, the actors exchanged first greetings in a lively atmosphere. Taking on the title role ‘Tamara de Lempicka’ are Kim Sun-young, Park Hye-na, and Jung Sun-ah; for ‘Rafaela’, Cha Ji-yeon, Lina, and Son Seung-yeon; for ‘Marinetti’, Kim Ho-young and Cho Hyung-gyun; for ‘Tadeusz Lempicki’, Kim Woo-hyung and Kim Min-chul; and for ‘Suzy Solidor’, Choi Jung-won and Kim Hye-mi. The principals of the Korean premiere gathered in one place to strengthen their teamwork.
Kim Sun-young, playing ‘Tamara de Lempicka’, showed deep immersion as she fixed her charismatic gaze on the script, while Park Hye-na added energy to the first meeting with a bright, excited smile. Jung Sun-ah likewise offered greetings with an expectant expression, creating a warm atmosphere. As ‘Rafaela’, Cha Ji-yeon heightened anticipation with a face deeply aligned with the character. Lina shared her thoughts with a radiant smile that conveyed affection for the work, and Son Seung-yeon, shown in a moment of contemplation, hinted at her portrayal of Rafaela. The rest of the cast also immersed themselves in their respective characters, displaying professionalism; despite being their first session together, they exuded perfect synchronicity and synergy, suggesting the birth of new ‘roles of a lifetime’.
The musical ‘Lempicka’ explores the dramatic life of Tamara de Lempicka, the ‘Queen of Art Deco’ who captivated the world. Rachel Chavkin, who directed the Tony Award-winning musicals ‘Hadestown’ and ‘The Great Comet’, is involved, and by boldly portraying the survival and desire of a woman artist ahead of her time amid the upheavals of the Russian Revolution and the world wars, the show earned recognition for both artistry and buzz from its Broadway premiere, including nominations in three categories at the 77th Tony Awards in 2024. In addition, numbers that deftly fuse classical music with contemporary pop and rock, together with heart-thumping beats, are expected to sonically etch the autonomous, powerful narrative of Lempicka.
The Korean premiere of the musical ‘Lempicka’ opens on March 21 and runs through June 21 at COEX Artium in Seoul.
