‘Solo Leveling’ too be Adapted into Stage Musical in Seoul This December
A stage musical adaptation of the popular webcomic and anime Solo Leveling is set to premiere in Seoul, South Korea, this December. The production, titled “Solo Leveling: Awakening,” will be staged at the Shinhan Card Hall from December 27th to February 18th, 2025. Tickets will become available for pre-sale starting November 1st, followed by general sales on November 8th.
The solo Leveling franchise has rapidly gained international recognition since its launch. Originally a webcomic by Chugong with art by THOUSAND, it ran on webtoon services from March 2018 to december 2021.Yen Press publishes both the webcomic and original novel series in English,while digital releases are also available through platforms like Tapas.An anime adaptation, produced by Crunchyroll and featuring an English dub, debuted in Japan in January 2024 and has been met with significant viewership.
The story centers on Sung Jinwoo, a weak hunter who gains the ability to “level up” and become stronger, defying the established hierarchy of the hunter world. This new musical aims to bring the action and character progress of the series to life on stage, offering fans a unique way to experience the world of Solo Leveling. Kadokawa publishes the webcomic in Japanese under the title Ore Dake Level-Up na Ken (I’m the Only One Who Has Leveled Up).
