A spectacular cast lineup has been confirmed for the latest Korean adaptation of ‘Shakespeare in Love’, set to enchant theatergoers this summer.
On May 19, production company ShowNote announced that actors Lee Kyu Hyung, Son Woo Hyeon, Lee Sang Yi, Ong Seong Wu, Lee Joo Young, Park Ju Hyun, and Kim Hyang Gi will take on lead roles in the romantic period drama.
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Based on the acclaimed 1998 film of the same name, ‘Shakespeare in Love’ is set in 16th-century London and tells the story of a young, creatively blocked William Shakespeare who rediscovers his muse and passion through an unexpected romance with Viola de Lesseps, a noblewoman who dreams of performing on stage, a pursuit forbidden to women at the time.
Multiple talented actors will bring Shakespeare to life, including Lee Kyu Hyung, Son Woo Hyeon, Lee Sang Yi, and Ong Seong Wu, while the spirited and ambitious Viola will be portrayed by Lee Joo Young, Park Ju Hyun, and Kim Hyang Gi. The rotating casting is expected to offer diverse interpretations of the passionate leads, with Lee Sang Yi returning after receiving praise in the original 2023 Korean production, and Ong Seong Wu and Kim Hyang Gi making their theater debuts.
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Supporting cast members include Song Young Kyu and Im Chul Hyung as the tenacious financier Fennyman, while Jung Eui Wook and Kim Dae Jong will alternate as Henslowe, the frantic theater owner determined to repay his debts by producing Shakespeare’s latest play. The role of the aristocratic and conniving Lord Wessex, Viola’s arranged fiancé, will be portrayed by Lee Ho Young and Oh Jung Taek. Additionally, Seo Chang Won will bring Kit Marlowe to life, a successful playwright and Shakespeare’s friend.
Directed by Kim Dong Yeon, with Song Hee Jin returning as co-director and choreographer, and Ji Hye as music director, the production promises to be even more refined and emotionally resonant than its previous run. The 2023 staging was lauded for its poetic Korean translation, live music performed by actor-musicians, and innovative set design featuring a large turntable and elevating stage, which created fluid scene transitions and immersive storytelling.
The upcoming run of ‘Shakespeare in Love’ will take place at the CJ Towol Theater in the Seoul Arts Center, from July 5 through September 14, 2025. With its blend of historical drama, romantic intrigue, and artistic passion, the production is expected to once again captivate audiences and reaffirm its place as one of Korea’s standout stage performances of the year.
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