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Taemin’s concert comes just months after his fellow SHINee member, Onew, held his fan meeting in the country in July
MANILA, Philippines – K-pop superstar Taemin is set to captivate Filipino fans at the Manila leg of his 2024 TAEMIN WORLD TOUR [EPHEMERAL GAZE] on Sunday, November 24, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.
Taemin first rose to fame as the youngest member of the K-pop group SHINee, known for tracks like “Ring Ding Dong,” “Sherlock,” and “View,” among many others. The K-pop artist made his solo debut in 2014 with the EP Ace. Since then, he’s released several mini albums and hit songs, such as “Guilty” “Criminal,” and “Advice.” His latest release is the seven-track EP ETERNAL.
With the countdown to concert day underway, here’s everything you need to know ahead of the show.
Securing your tickets
Tickets are available for purchase via TicketNet’s website or physical outlets. Online payments are limited to locally issued credit or debit cards (Visa/Mastercard), while in-person purchases at outlets can be made with cash, cards, GCash, and PayMaya.
When buying tickets through the TicketNet website, you have the option to choose seats through the interactive seating chart or allow the system to assign the best available seats. Each person may only purchase a maximum of three tickets. E-tickets will be emailed directly to buyers.
While digital e-tickets are valid for entry, fans who prefer a printed ticket can avail of reprinting services at the TicketNet Box Office at the Smart Araneta Coliseum starting a week before the event until the day before. Bring the credit or debit card used for purchase, a valid ID, and prepare a P50-reprinting fee. Note that this service is not available on event day, and only the cardholder may process the transaction.
As of writing, tickets for all sections of the show are still available.
Ticket prices are as follows:
- VIP Seated – P12,500
- Patron – P10,500
- Lower Box Premium – P9,000
- Lower Box Regular – P6,500
- Upper Box – P4,250
Fan benefits for all tiers include a tour card and a souvenir photocard. VIP and Patron ticket holders are guaranteed access to the soundcheck. Meanwhile, soundcheck access will be raffled off to 500 LB Premium ticket holders, and 200 LB Regular ticket holders. In addition, signed posters will be awarded to 60 VIP ticket holders, 40 Patron ticket holders, and 20 LB premium ticket holders through a raffle. All VIP ticket holders will also receive a lanyard and ID and the chance to participate in the send-off event.
Guidelines for minors, PWDs, and pregnant women
Minors aged 12 and below must be accompanied by a ticketed parent or guardian. For those aged 13 and above, a signed waiver is required for entry. Pregnant women and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are allowed to attend but must also sign a waiver.
Waivers can be accessed online:
Print and present the waiver at the venue entrance.
Concert day reminders
The show starts at 6 pm. Attendees can present either a digital or printed copy of their e-ticket for entry.
Professional cameras and live-streaming devices are prohibited. Security reserves the right to confiscate these items.
This marks Taemin’s first solo concert at The Big Dome, following his appearance at the K-Magic Live concert in October 2023, where he performed alongside Yugyeom and Hyoyeon. As a member of SHINee, Taemin last performed in the Philippines at the One K 2017 Global Peace Concert held in Manila in March 2017.
Taemin’s concert in Manila comes months after his fellow SHINee member, Onew, held his fan meeting in the country in July. – with reports from Rowz Fajardo/Rappler.com
Rowz Fajardo is a Rappler intern studying Dental Medicine at the University of the Philippines Manila.
