Actress Lee Young-ae draws attention as she may return to the stage with ‘Hedda Gabler’ after 21 years. On the 8th, the LG Arts Center stated to Ilgan Sports, “Lee Young-ae’s appearance in ‘Hedda Gabler’ is still under discussion.” Earlier that day, a media outlet reported that Lee Young-ae was in negotiations for a role in ‘Hedda Gabler’.
‘Hedda Gabler’ is a work based on the classic masterpiece by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, depicting the story of the powerful tragic character Hedda, who is of good lineage, beautiful, intelligent, and possesses wealth and power yet self-destructs. If confirmed, it would mark Lee Young-ae’s return to theater in 21 years since her appearance in the 1993 play ‘Jjajangmyeon’.
The work, which was based on the events of May 18th, became a hot topic at the time. Meanwhile, Lee Young-ae appeared in the 2023 drama ‘Maestra,’ and this year will greet viewers with dramas ‘Eun-soo Good Day’ and ‘Medical Lady Dae Jang-geum (working title)’. ‘Hedda Gabler’ is scheduled to be performed from May 7 to June 8 at the LG Arts Center. Reporter Lee Joo-in juin27@edaily.co.kr
