The programme for the 2024 K-Music Festival is quite possibly the best yet. For LKL, the real gems are the opening and closing events. We hear that the National Changgeuk Company‘s Lear, which opens the festival, is every bit as good as their Trojan Women, which we raved about; and for the closing event pretty … [Read More]
Year: 2024 (page 7)
Where London Meets Korea: K-Pop Themed Walking Tour
In partnership with the Korean Tourism Organization, the KCCUK invites you to take a tour of London with K-Pop songs, teaming up with Silent Adventures who will lead you around the city with rhythmic dance. Expect to hear some renowned K-Pop songs and popular songs from Silent Adventures as you take a dancing and walking … [Read More]
DKB Dark Strange tour in London
DKB (다크비) has announced the dates for the European leg of their Dark Strange world tour: 2 October at Evolutionary Arts Hackney, the venue which last year hosted Jambinai. The eight-member boy band formed in 2020 and released their most recent EP, Urban Ride, in July this year. Ticket details for the London leg of … [Read More]
Kim’s Convenience returns for a second season
The award-winning play which inspired the Netflix Comedy is back by popular demand. Following a sell-out season at Park Theatre earlier this year, KIM’S CONVENIENCE will transfer to Riverside Studios for a strictly limited season from 5 SEPTEMBER – 26 OCTOBER 2024. There’s humour and heart in every aisle… Now a global smash hit, this … [Read More]
August events 2024
Normally at this time of year Korean events in London take a bit of a break and the focus switches to Edinburgh for the Fringe. And yes, there’s plenty to justify a trip to Edinburgh if you can find affordable accommodation, not least the retrospective of Do Ho Suh’s work at NGS Modern One, which … [Read More]
Korean Temple Food with Venerable Beop Song
In partnership with the Le Cordon Bleu and the Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism, a Korean Temple Food demonstration will be held at the Le Cordon Bleu London on 14 August 2024. The Venerable Beop Song, Korean Buddhist nun, renowned chef and a cookbook author will be instructing the demonstration. Join the demonstration of plant-based … [Read More]
KCC seminar series: art, perception and hallyu
The Korean Cultural Centre UK provides a platform for various Korean experts from diverse fields to share insights and knowledge on Korea from different perspectives. Through inviting experts, we aim to create opportunities for participants to gain a deeper understanding of Korea and to foster a professional interest in the country. Additionally, by facilitating in-depth … [Read More]
SuHo “Welcome to Su:Home” tour in London
Suho, the leader of boy band Exo and its sub-unit Exo-K, is coming to London as part of a five-country European tour. He came to London in the summer of 2022 to participate in Southwark’s “Made in Korea” K-pop and Hip-hop festival, but this is his first headline appearance here. Tickets are on sale now. [Read More]
Ambiguous Dance Company: The Belt
The Coronet Theatre’s first ever site-specific performance. The Belt: An extraordinary immersive journey from the first industrial revolution to the second, guided by Korea’s coolest dance company. The Coronet Theatre’s first immersive event takes you down the candlelit hallways of one of London’s most atmospheric theatres, where Ambiguous Dance Company’s superb dancers inhabit hidden backstage areas, … [Read More]
The BOYZ Zeneration II tour in London
The eleven members of The Boyz return to Wembley Arena for their third London headline appearance, as part of their Zeneration II World Tour. In July they’ve been touring the US; August takes them to various venues in Asia; and in September they have two stops in Europe: 13 September in Paris and 15 September … [Read More]
Discussion: The History of Korean Cinema
In this talk, Dr Peter Sloane will guide you through the History of Korean cinema. We will start with its origins post war, and travel through the golden years post 1955. Dr Sloane will do a deep dive into the often explored themes such as the beauty of violence and revenge alongside the ongoing interrogation … [Read More]
2024 Kpop UK National Competition
Don’t Miss the KPOP Event of the Year – Get Your Tickets Now! Get ready, KPOP fans! The KPOP UK National Competition 2024 is coming, and this is your chance to witness the UK’s best KPOP talent live on stage! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just discovering the world of KPOP, this event promises an unforgettable … [Read More]
Madmans Esprit European tour in London
Madmans Esprit, the five-piece South Korean black metal band formed by vocalist Kyuho Lee, is coming to London as part of a six-country European tour – “The world as collective reflections”. Emerging from the vibrant underground music scene of Seoul, Madmans Esprit is the brainchild of enigmatic artist Kyuho. With a lineup of session musicians, … [Read More]
XG “The first HOWL” tour in Manchester and London
XG is a 7-member HIPHOP/R&B-inspired Japanese girl group based in South Korea. The band consists of JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA. They debuted in March 2022 with their 1st Single “Tippy Toes” under the global entertainment production company “XGALX,” known for creating artist groups with a unique worldview and broadcasting a “BOLD” … [Read More]
DPR: The Dream Reborn World Tour 2024
DPR ARTIC Joined DPR in 2019 and started to become known to fans with his DPR DJ performances starting with Head in the Clouds LA 2019. Later, in 2021, he co-produced the campaign video song “SYNC” for the SYNC PACK, a collaboration campaign with DPR and Adidas and the theme song “Set It Off” for … [Read More]
NCT Dream Dream()Scape tour in London
NCT DREAM captures the essence of youth through their music and performances. The group has not only peaked on various music charts and shows but was also the only Asian artist to be named Billboard’s ’21 Under 21: Music’s Next Generation’ for three consecutive years from 2018 to 2020, as well as the only Asian … [Read More]