Since 2015, the SeAH Woon Hyung Lee Foundation has carefully selected opera performances that are easy for the public to access and enjoy, presenting them under the theme “Opera Bucket for a Beautiful World.” Starting in 2022, the foundation has partnered with Cultural Foundation 1963 to host outdoor opera concerts in Busan, bringing the beauty of opera to even more local residents.

This year’s featured work was Lucia di Lammermoor, a masterpiece by Italian composer Gaetano Donizetti. Based on a novel by Sir Walter Scott, the opera tells the tragic love story of Lucia and Edgardo, whose families are bitter enemies. The performance vividly portrayed themes of love, betrayal, madness, and fate, drawing the audience deeply into the emotional world of the story.

The outdoor setting at F1963 added a special atmosphere to the performance. As the sun set and the stars began to appear in the night sky, the audience experienced the opera surrounded by nature. The gentle breeze and the sounds of the evening blended beautifully with the music, creating a magical moment unique to an open-air stage.

Lucia di Lammermoor is especially famous for the “Mad Scene,” one of the most iconic moments in all opera. In this scene, Lucia loses her sanity after being forced into a loveless marriage and murdering her husband. The soprano’s emotional and technically demanding performance captivated the audience and received enthusiastic applause.

This year’s performance featured world-class singers and performers. The role of Lucia was performed by soprano Lee Myungjoo, whose delicate emotional expression and outstanding vocal technique deeply moved the audience. Tenor Kim Youngwoo played Edgardo, delivering a passionate and powerful performance. Their chemistry on stage heightened the emotional intensity of the opera.

The Busan Philharmonic Orchestra and the Noi Opera Chorus also contributed to the performance with rich musical expression and dramatic harmony. Under the direction of conductor David Yi, the orchestra beautifully conveyed Donizetti’s lyrical melodies and emotional depth.

The audience responded with enthusiastic applause throughout the performance. Many spectators remained in their seats long after the final curtain call, reluctant to leave the magical atmosphere of the evening.

Since 2015, the SeAH Woon Hyung Lee Foundation has carefully selected opera performances that are easy for the public to access and enjoy, presenting them under the theme “Opera Bucket for a Beautiful World.” Starting in 2022, the foundation has partnered with Cultural Foundation 1963 to host outdoor opera concerts in Busan, bringing the beauty of opera to even more local residents.

Following the performance, Chairman Park, Euisook of the SeAH Woon Hyung Lee Foundation shared her thoughts. “We are grateful to once again share a beautiful night of opera with Busan. We hope to continue offering moments that touch hearts and bring comfort through the power of art.”

Chairman Chai Mira Wie of Cultural Foundation 1963 also shared her hopes for the event. “I hope this concert, even in a small way, contributes to Busan becoming a city where people can enjoy art as part of their everyday lives,” she said. The 2025 concert was a remarkable evening where nature, people, and timeless works of art came together in harmony. May the music and emotions from that night linger in the hearts of the audience for many years to come.