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Rebecca the Musical returns to South Korea – 24th November 2026
Yoo Yeon-Jung is to star as "I" in the newest production of Rebecca the Musical, in Seoul, South Korea
The musical Rebecca is, of course, based on the 1938 novel of the same name by Daphne du Maurier. Set at Manderley, which is haunted by the memory of the late Rebecca, this suspenseful tale unfolds as a story intertwined with love, obsession, jealousy and secrets. The musical features the script by Michael Kunze and music by Sylvester Levay.
In this production, Yoo Yeon-Jung plays "I", the narrator of the story. "I" is described as a young, pure, and delicate character who becomes the new mistress of Manderley after accidentally meeting Maxim. She gradually grows into a strong woman in order to protect him.
In an interview, when asked about the role, Yoo Yeon-Jung said she plans to portray the character's internal transformation with her unique, delicate vocals and deep emotional expression. She added that she was very happy and honoured to be joining a globally beloved work. When she first read the script, she was excited while also recognising a heavy sense of responsibility for the work and the character's importance.
Although Yoo Yeon-Jung debuted as a musical actress as recently as 2022, she has appeared in numerous productions including Lizzie, Crash Landing on You, Aloha My Moms, The Great Comet, Frida, Sugar and Beethoven.
October 2026.