Lee SeokHoon Returns After 5 Years in the Musical ‘The Man Who Laughs’

Good news for musical fans has arrived. Lee SeokHoon, who is active as a singer and musical actor, will appear in the new season of the musical ‘The Man Who Laughs,’ opening on January 9 next year. His agency, C9 Entertainment, officially announced this on the 15th, raising fans’ expectations.

‘The Man Who Laughs’ is an original musical based on the novel of the same name by the great French writer Victor Hugo, set in the 17th century during a time of severe social stratification in England. This work is a sensational piece that made history in Korean musical theater by winning Best Musical at four different musical awards, achieving a ‘Grand Slam.’ The upcoming season marks its fourth iteration, adding a new chapter to its history.

Lee SeokHoon, who appeared in the 2020 revival of ‘The Man Who Laughs,’ will return to the role of Gwynplaine after five years. He will portray a sensual young man living as a clown in a traveling troupe, with a grotesquely torn mouth, and intends to deliver the purity hidden behind this character to the audience. His expressive performance is expected to win acclaim from audiences once again.

Having recently concluded the 10th-anniversary performance of the musical ‘Kinky Boots’ successfully, Lee SeokHoon is actively continuing his busy schedule by joining the cast of ‘The Man Who Laughs.’ Notably, having played the role of Charlie for four consecutive seasons in ‘Kinky Boots,’ his confirmed return to ‘The Man Who Laughs’ further solidifies his reliable filmography as a musical actor.

The musical ‘The Man Who Laughs,’ featuring Lee SeokHoon, is set to meet audiences from January 9 next year at the Opera Theater of the Seoul Arts Center in Seocho-gu, Seoul. Expectations are high for Lee SeokHoon to shine on stage once again with his delicate acting and singing. Fans are already eagerly anticipating the emotional impact this production will bring.

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