The situation
SM Entertainment announced the main lineup for the "SM Classics Live 2026 - 2027 Season," a concert series featuring orchestral arrangements of their K-pop catalog. The season includes stops in Southeast Asia and North America, with guest vocalists like Wendy of Red Velvet and Ryeowook of Super Junior. An additional Bangkok performance was added after the first show sold out.
What the internet did with it
- Netizens on Theqoo are generally unbothered, with some commenting on the high ticket prices and others looking forward to the unique arrangements — "I'm just here for Wendy, hope she sings something from 'RBB'".
- The tour schedule confirms SM Classics' expansion beyond Korea and Japan, with new collaborations like the Metropolitan Festival Orchestra and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
- Some fans are speculating about potential setlists, given the involvement of Wendy and Ryeowook, and the possibility of other SM artists making appearances.
The open question
The exact setlists for each concert remain unconfirmed, leaving fans to wonder which SM Entertainment songs will be reinterpreted through orchestral arrangements, and whether any surprises or special guests will be included in the performances.
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