First performed in 2016, the Korean musical Little Jack has touched many hearts with its warm story and live band music. It’s coming back in 2025 for its fifth season, ready to charm audiences all over again.
Produced by HJ Culture, Little Jack is a creative musical inspired by the beloved Korean short story "Sonagi"(소나기) (The Shower) by Hwang Sun-won. Through music, memory, and emotion, it beautifully reinterprets the classic tale in a new setting.
1. Basic Info
- Performance Period: June 28 (Sat) – September 21 (Sun), 2025
- Venue: YES24 Stage Art One Theater 2 (Seoul, Korea)
- Running Time: 110 minutes
- Age Recommendation: 7 and up
- Cast:
- Jack Fisher: Park Kyuwon, Yoo Seunghyun, Kim Junyoung, Hwang Minsu
- Julie Harrison: Park Semi, Yoo Juyeon, Park Sohyun, Lee Jaerim
2. Synopsis
It’s 1967 in Southwest England. In a quiet old club named Martin, a special concert is about to begin.
The band Little Jack is back, returning to the place where it all began. As familiar tunes fill the room and the lights shine on the stage, a man steps up with an old guitar on his shoulder. He starts to sing—and tells the story of Julie, the girl behind his music.
"Little Jack" is the name of both Jack’s band and his treasured guitar.
The story starts with Jack performing at Club Martin. As the “Martin Live Club” neon sign flickers, the scenes shift between the present and Jack’s memories of Julie.
Jack is a gentle, music-loving young man. Julie may seem different from him, but music brings them together. Their love story is full of ups and downs, capturing the beauty and struggles of youth and following one’s dreams.
3. A Live Experience Like No Other
Watching Little Jack feels less like a musical and more like attending a 1960s concert. The audience becomes part of the scene—making eye contact with the performers, clapping along, and soaking in the nostalgic atmosphere.
One standout scene takes place by the seaside, evoking the innocence of first love and the joy of summer. The band’s live performance—featuring drums, piano, electric guitar, and bass—adds texture and energy, while Jack’s own guitar playing and singing infuse the stage with heartfelt sincerity.
By the time the curtain call arrives, the theater turns into a mini concert. Audience members sing along, wave light sticks, and celebrate the power of music together with the cast.
Final Thoughts
Little Jack is the kind of musical you’ll want to see again. With its deeply emotional story, unforgettable music, and the actors’ raw passion, this K-musical proves that language and location are no barrier to heartfelt storytelling.
If you’re looking to experience the soul of Korean musical theater, Little Jack is the perfect place to start.
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