Kim Junsu Shakes Up 'Beetlejuice' with Bold Comic Turn
Creatrip Team
2 months ago
The stage adaptation of Tim Burton's Beetlejuice returned to Seoul after four years, featuring enhanced special effects, dynamic set changes, and sharper Korean-flavored humor. Kim Junsu shares the title role, delivering a surprising comic transformation—mixing profanity, ad-libs, coy charm, and sexiness—while adding physical agility from his idol background. The production incorporates memorable local touches (e.g., an Emart yellow non-woven shopping bag) and updated lines that resonate with domestic audiences. Though centered on death and the afterlife, the show balances black comedy with themes of grief, acceptance, and resilience. Performances run at LG Arts Center Seoul through March 22.
