Jeon Hye-jin will headline the Korean premiere of the one-person play Anthropolis II – Laios by Roland Schimmelpfennig, running Nov 6–22, 2025, at the Myeongdong Theatre (National Theatre Company of Korea, NTCK). Kim Su-jeong directs the Korean production.

Why this comeback matters

This marks Jeon’s first stage role since 2015, ending a decade away from live theatre. Local coverage points to her last appearance with the Chaimu company in 2015, underscoring the significance of this return to her theatre roots.

The play: a solo “Laios” from the Anthropolis cycle

Laios is the second chapter in Schimmelpfennig’s five-part Anthropolis series, reimagining Theban myth. It’s conceived as a one-actor monologue, with the performer shifting across multiple voices. The world premiere was staged in Hamburg in 2023.

Recent screen work

Earlier this year, Jeon returned to TV in Genie TV/ENA’s series popularly reported as Riding Life (also promoted as Mother and Mom), marking her first small-screen role since late 2023.

Korean production details

• Title: Anthropolis II – Laios (one-person play)

• Dates: Nov 6–22, 2025

• Venue: Myeongdong Theatre (NTCK), Seoul

• Director: Kim Su-jeong

• Status: Korean premiere of Laios

FAQ & practical guide

What exactly was announced?

Jeon Hye-jin will perform Laios at NTCK’s Myeongdong Theater for a limited Nov 6–22 run; her agency and multiple outlets confirmed the title, venue, dates, and director Kim Su-jeong.

Why is it a big deal?

It’s her first stage role in 10 years—her last theatre appearance was in 2015—so audiences will see her tackle a demanding solo format after a decade focused largely on screen workl.

What is Laios about—and how is it staged?

Part two of the five-play Anthropolis cycle reframes Theban myth through contemporary lenses. It’s a solo piece: one actor on stage, switching among multiple characters/voices. The play premiered in Hamburg (2023).

When/where are performances?

Nov 6–22, 2025 at Myeongdong Theater (NTCK) in central Seoul. Official venue info (address, capacity) is on NTCK’s site.

Daily showtimes?

TBA for Laios. As a reference point, recent NTCK plays at Myeongdong (e.g., Hedda Gabler) ran Weekdays 7:30 pm; Sat & Sun 3:00 pm; dark Tue. Expect a similar pattern but check the Laios page once it’s live.

Language & surtitles?

Expect Korean. NTCK commonly provides English surtitles on select days at Myeongdong—again, see the show page when posted. (Example: Hedda Gabler offered English subtitles Thu & Sun.)

Runtime/age rating?

TBA. For context, that same Myeongdong reference production (Hedda Gabler) listed 160 minutes and 15+. Final guidance for Laios will come from NTCK.

Tickets & prices?

Not yet announced. NTCK often uses R / S / A tiers at Myeongdong—recently ₩60,000 / ₩45,000 / ₩30,000—but wait for the official Laios ticket page. NTCK box office: 1644-2003.

Venue quick facts (to help pick seats):

• Capacity: 547 seats (including wheelchair spaces), with intimate sightlines.

• Address: 35, Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04534.

Getting there (subway):

• Line 4 — Myeongdong Station, Exit 6: ~5-minute walk

• Line 2 — Euljiro 1-ga, Exit 6: ~5-min walk
  (Official NTCK travel page + city guide corroborate these routes.)

Where to watch for updates (tickets, schedule, surtitles):
The NTCK homepage posts season and show pages; check there as the run approaches.