The Korean Cultural Centre UK (KCCUK), in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization London Office, invites you to celebrate Hangeul Day (한글날) — the commemoration of King Sejong’s creation of Hangeul (the Korean Alphabet). Recognised worldwide as one of the most scientific and unique writing systems, Hangeul remains a proud symbol of Korean identity and … [Read More]
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K-Book Festival: Cheon Seon Ran in Conversation
Join prize-winning author Cheon Seon-Ran for an afternoon of conversation at Foyles about her heartfelt and beautifully told novel, A Thousand Blues. From its perch on top of a pile of junk inside a shed, Coli, a robot with powerful observational qualities, waits patiently for someone to find it. Coli is special among humanoids. This is … [Read More]
K-Culture Forum: Beyond the Headlines
The biggest Korean culture forum of the year – a dynamic evening of presentations, panel talks, and networking that goes beyond the surface of headlines. From the latest Korean cultural trends to the ‘K-Content’ and ‘K-Cuisine’ keyword exploration, this is your chance to connect with leading voices, explore fresh perspectives, and be part of the … [Read More]
Korean Speech Contest 2018: Let’s Speak Korean
The SOAS King Sejong Institute, the Education Centre in the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Korean Cultural Centre UK are pleased to announce the 2018 Korean Speech Contest. Date: Sat. 9th June 2018 – 14:30 Venue: Korean Cultural Centre UK Participants: Anyone not of Korean descent, must be over 18. Please also … [Read More]
2025 Korea Day in Cambridge
The Cambridge University Korean Society (CUKS), in collaboration with the Korean Cultural Centre UK, will be hosting a Korea Day on Saturday October 11th in Cambridge. The event will begin with a Korea Day seminar featuring presentations from Korean professors and researchers in Cambridge, encompassing their latest academic work and diverse research experiences. It will … [Read More]
K-Book Festival: Min Song-a in Conversation
Webtoon sensation Min Song-a comes to Foyles to talk about her unique and compelling style of storytelling. Since her debut in 2013, Min Song-a has established herself as a distinctive voice in the world of webtoons, admired for her unique character portrayals and stylish storytelling. Her notable works include Nano List, The Girl Next Door, … [Read More]
‘Off the Record’: In Conversation with Do Ho Suh and Sook-Kyung Lee
Join ArtReview and Ursula magazine for ‘Off the Record,’ a series of informal talks in Wine Bar at the Farm Shop Mayfair, in partnership with Berry Bros. & Rudd. About the Event ‘Off the Record’ returns Tuesday 7 October for an in conversation between artist Do Ho Suh and curator Sook-Kyung Lee. Held on the … [Read More]
K-Book Festival: Cookery Lecture with Judy Joo
The acclaimed chef and writer behind Korean Soul Food gives a talk (with samples to taste!) in the Cookery Department at Foyles about K-Quick, her latest acclaimed cookbook. Judy Joo is the chef behind TV shows Judy Joo’s Return to Korea and Korean Food Made Simple and cookbooks Korean Soul Food and K-Quick: Korean Food … [Read More]
Changing Political and Security Landscapes in the Korean Peninsula
President Donald Trump’s relentless pressure on South Korea over tariffs, investment, and “strategic flexibility,” coupled with North Korean leader Kim’s high-profile appearance alongside Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping at China’s WW2 commemoration, signals a geopolitical order in flux. Is the alliance on the verge of unraveling, or will it emerge stronger from crisis? Can Seoul … [Read More]
K-Cuisine Cook & Dine Experience at Capital City College, Westminster
Capital City College has teamed up with Korean Cultural Centre UK to bring you this special K-Cuisine Cook & Dine Experience. Attend a culinary workshop run by experienced Chef lecturers where you will have the opportunity to make a selection of tasty Korean dishes and then join fellow participants in the award winning Vincent Rooms … [Read More]
The Korea Symposium, at Irwin Mitchell
This first official Korea Symposium focuses on UK engagement with Korea in the Business, Technology and Finance ecosystem. The event is held as part of the London Hallyu Festival 2025. Draft agenda 13:15 Coffee and Registrations 14:00 Welcome by Organizers and Sponsors Bryan Bletso, Will Hoggin, Robert Kim, Hugh de Lusignan (Irwin Mitchell LLP, HSBC … [Read More]
Jogakbo Workshop at the KCC
Join the KCC for a craft workshop exploring Jogakbo. You’ll delve into the history of this patchwork craft and get a hands-on experience of these cultural treasures. Jogakbo (조각보) is a traditional Korean form of patchwork. It’s an art of creating a larger cloth by sewing together small, leftover scraps of fabric, typically in a … [Read More]
4482 Artist Talk with Dohyun Baek
Welcome to the 4482 SASAPARI Art Talk series! This year’s theme for ‘K-Art Now’ is Performance Art & Installation Art. Join us for an artist talk with Dohyun Baek, a London-based multidisciplinary artist whose installation-based practice delves into the complexities of human vulnerability, identity, and the surreal absurdities of modern life. Baek constructs psychologically charged environments … [Read More]
Unlocking the Secret of K-Pop Lyrics: a workshop with lyricist JQ
The Korean Cultural Centre UK will host a two-day workshop, “Unlocking the Secret of K-POP Lyrics”, led by renowned lyricist JQ. This programme is designed for K-POP fans who wish to explore the meaning behind their favourite songs and experience lyric writing first-hand. Programme Day 1: Expressing Emotion Through Lyrics Discover how your favourite K-POP … [Read More]
Why we write: Writing systems and the human story
Join world-leading writing experts Irving Finkel, Anders Karlsson and Stephen Colvin for Hangul Day, where you can deep-dive into the history of the written word. Hangul, the Korean alphabet, was invented in 1443 by King Sejong the Great and his scholars to empower the people to read and write their language. With 28 phonetic characters, … [Read More]
The Musical Swag Age in Concert: Q&A Session with highlights screening
To celebrate the West End premiere of the triple award-winning musical Swag Age: Shout Out, Joseon!, a special talk event with the creative team, along with highlight screenings, will be held at the Korean Cultural Centre. Participants: Kyung-Soo Lee: Director Jung-Yeon Lee: Composer & Music Director Christopher Conder: Moderator Set in a fictional Joseon where … [Read More]