For the first performance of 2025 New Talents, KCCUK will be hosting Neul Duo, composed of June Lee (Violin) and Seungyeon Lee (Guitar). Don’t miss the chance to enjoy Neul Duo’s amazing performance this April! About Neul Duo June (Violin) and Seungyeon (Guitar) have been performing together since 2022 and were recently awarded an Artist … [Read More]
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Author Juhea Kim in conversation with Alice Robb
To celebrate the release of her new novel City of Night Birds— a Reese’s Book Club pick — the Korean Cultural Centre UK will host a special evening with Juhea Kim, international bestselling author of Beasts of a Little Land. In conversation with acclaimed author and journalist Alice Robb, Juhea will share the inspirations behind … [Read More]
Holy Night: Demon Hunters – UK theatrical release
Seoul descends into chaos as a devil-worshipping criminal network emerges. In a desperate plea for salvation, the police are forced to enlist ‘Holy Night’, a trio of demon hunters armed with supernatural powers. Can ‘Holy Night’ conquer the devil’s reign and restore order to the city? Screening at: London: ODEON Haymarket / Kingston / Greenwich … [Read More]
[St Ives] Jaejun Lee: Between Calmness and Passion
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“St. Ives holds a special kind of charm that stirs a sense of excitement within me. Thinking back to the opening night of my last exhibition there, and imagining myself once again exhibiting in that place, the word romance comes to mind. It is this very sense of romance that draws me towards a more … [Read More]
Sounds of Spring: Korean crafts from Lloyd Choi
The sounds of spring in South Korea are not only heard, but felt—echoing in gentle rain, the warmth of returning light, the quiet stir of dormant rice fields, and the rising curl of smoke from a wood-fired kiln. Sounds of Spring is a sensory-led exhibition that reflects on the quiet transitions of the season, presenting … [Read More]
Bongsan Talchum: The Spirit of Satire
“Bongsan Talchum—The Spirit of Satire” explores the role of masks, movement, and humour in traditional Korean performance arts. Dating back to the late Joseon Dynasty, this dance-theatre tradition has served as a playful yet sharp critique of power structures, social norms, and human nature. Through the visual exhibits, our exhibition will bring this UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage … [Read More]
Jason Verney’s SEWOL: Sealed Eternally With Our Love screens at Kingston Int’l Film Fest
Three years after his short film Reparation screened at the Kingston International Film Festival, Jason Verney’s debut feature film will be at this year’s festival. Having been on the ‘frontline’ as an activist for the Sewol Ferry cause since that tragedy in 2014 and having visited Korea on many occasions over the last decade, film … [Read More]
4482 Artist Talk + Performance Art with Donna Kim
Welcome to 4482 (SASAPARI) Art Talk series! The theme of ‘K-Art Now’ this year is ‘Performance Art & Installation Art’. Please join us for an enchanting artist talk and live performance with Donna Kim, a movement artist who delves into the essence of her being through the language of dance. Her artistry is a passionate journey of exploration and … [Read More]
Si On: Soft Armour, Heavy Bones, at Edel Assanti
Edel Assanti is pleased to present Soft Armour, Heavy Bones, Si On’s second exhibition at the gallery. Comprising recent paintings and sculptures, the show follows the artist’s acclaimed 2024 solo exhibition, There Is Neither The Beginning Nor An End, at GGM2 in Poland. Si On’s works are developed through a deeply intuitive practice of daily … [Read More]
The Rose – Once Upon A WRLD Tour
The Rose (더 로즈) is a Korean alt-pop indie band made up of four talented members: vocalist and guitarist Woosung, vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Dojoon, bassist Jaehyeong, and drummer Hajoon. Their upcoming album, WRLD, promises to blend familiar early sounds with fresh sonic landscapes and genres. Fans can look forward to country-inspired melodies and themes of reflection and … [Read More]
2025 Korea Day in Sheffield
The University of Sheffield Korea Society’s celebration of Korean culture from the traditional to the contemporary. A fun-filled day of live performances, tasty food & unique experiences. What to Expect Live Performances: Shilla Ensemble, Taekwondo, Sheffield K-Pop Dance Society Try on Hanbok: Experience the beauty of traditional Korean attire Taste Authentic Korean Food & Snacks: … [Read More]
Hyun Jeung – Open Fields, at Mokspace
Hyun JEUNG’s woodblock prints invite us into a world where nature and memory intertwine. Her works capture the fleeting beauty of flowers, wind-swept grasses, expansive mountains, and bountiful seas. Through delicate lines and subtle colour gradations, she explores themes of impermanence, movement, and contemplation. The Arbre series of mini woodblock prints has been incredibly popular. … [Read More]
Ilrhan Kim’s “Edhi Alice” closes 2025 Queer East festival
In Edhi Alice (에디 앨리스, 2024), director and queer activist Ilrhan Kim interrogates how documentaries about trans communities are made: the creative decisions, relationships, and ethical questions involved. The subject of the documentary is Edhi, who works as a counsellor for LGBTQ+ teens in Seoul, and has decided to undertake gender reassignment surgery. Edhi’s story intertwines … [Read More]
The ROK-UK Strategic Partnership for the Future
At a time of acute global and regional uncertainty, former Foreign Minister, Park Jin will reflect on the urgent need and the key opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Korea (ROK). Dr Park has a long history of engagement with the United Kingdom, having taken a degree in … [Read More]
KangDaniel plays the Islington Assembly Hall
After starting in Seoul, this tour continues with even more powerful performances and deeper musical expression, now arriving in London for a special one-night-only show. 2025 Concert “ACT” in London will feature songs from his fifth mini album ACT, along with a setlist packed with fan-favorite hits from his career. With stunning stage production and … [Read More]
New Diorama Theatre presents Container
New Diorama Theatre presents the world premiere of Container, a multi-vocal performance by British-Korean poet / theatre maker / artist Alan Fielden, exploring the violence and tenderness of living through catastrophe. Drawing influence from Laurie Anderson’s music and Robert Ashley’s television operas, Container makes use of overlapping choral narratives, live music and polyphonic sound to … [Read More]