Welcome to 2026! And congratulations to Martin Uden for his OBE in the New Year Honours 2026 Overseas and International List for services to British Veterans of the Korean War, and to UK/Korea relations. As is usually the case, I’m anticipating that January will be quiet – though if you’re a K-pop fan there are … [Read More]
Category: Events
Haenyeo Voices: Merging Tradition and Science to Monitor Reef Changes
The Haenyeo Voices project explores the effects of environmental change on Jeju Island’s reefs by combining Haenyeo divers’ Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with scientific monitoring, using 3D modelling, to assess transformations and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Professor Niki Alsford and Dr Sojin Lim will draw upon more than four years of ethnographic work with Haenyeo communities … [Read More]
Rolling Quartz “My Turn” tour comes to London
South Korea’s hottest and most distinctive presence in the rock scene, Rolling Quartz, is coming to Europe in 2026 with their “My Turn” tour. Rolling Quartz is a five-member girl rock band composed of vocalist Jayoung, guitarists Iree and Hyunjung, bassist Arem, and drummer Yeongeun. Since their formation in 2019, they have captivated fans worldwide … [Read More]
Screening: K-Family Affairs (2023)
Filming her civil servant father and activist mother who met during the pro-democracy movement in 1980s South Korea, director Nam Arum traces their political awakenings as well as her own across national protests and living room debates alike. Born on the very day that trials of South Korea’s former military regime began, with presidential elections … [Read More]
Junhee – live at the Oslo Hackney
On 10 April 2026, the Oslo Hackney welcomes JUNHEE, the dynamic South Korean singer celebrated as the leader of A.C.E and now a rising solo star. Fresh from his solo debut The First Day & Night, JUNHEE brings his signature mix of soaring vocals, emotional depth, and magnetic stage presence to London. Fans can expect … [Read More]
Dusk to Dawn: Minjung Kim & Rebecca Salter, at Patrick Heide Contemporary Art
Patrick Heide Contemporary Art is excited to present Dusk to Dawn, an exhibition that brings together two artists whose paths criss-cross between East and West. Minjung Kim, born and trained in Korea, moved to Western Europe in her twenties, where she continued her studies and established her career as an artist. While her work engages with Western artistic concepts, its essence … [Read More]
Okkyung Lee – Two-Day Residency at Cafe Oto
A pleasure as ever to welcome cellist, composer, and improviser, Okkyung Lee for a two-day residency alongside collaborators old and new. Okkyung Lee moves freely between artistic disciples and contingencies. Since 2000 she has worked in disparate contexts as a solo artist and collaborator with creators in a wide range of disciplines. A native of … [Read More]
NMIXX world tour “Episode 1 – Zero Frontier” in London
JYP’s 6-member girl group NMIXX today announced the schedule for their first world tour, following on from their launch concerts at the Inspire Arena in Incheon at the end of November. NMIXX (엔믹스) will visit a total of 11 cities in Europe and North America, starting with Madrid on 17 March 2026. The group launched … [Read More]
Accidental Tourist screens on ITV
Daytime TV host Stephen Mulhern leaves his comfort zone as fellow TV personalities Ant and Dec send him to South Korea to face his fears by experiencing raw seafood, extreme acupuncture, a shamanistic gut and a nerve-wracking freedive. [Read More]
JustB: Aqua Halo tour in London
Europe, get ready! Justb is coming for their first-ever European tour, bringing explosive energy, flawless choreography, and unforgettable performances. Fans can expect exclusive stage moments, surprises, and a chance to sing and dance along with the boys. This isn’t just a concert—it’s a one-of-a-kind experience you’ll remember forever. Whether you’ve followed them from the start … [Read More]
KINO “Free Kino” tour in London
KINO, a multifaceted artist and member of the acclaimed K-pop group PENTAGON, has forged his own path with a sound that bridges art and emotion. Recognized for his expressive voice, striking choreography, and fearless creativity, he continues to redefine what it means to be free. With his latest album ‘EVERYBODY’S GUILTY, BUT NO ONE’S TO … [Read More]
December events
The cultural calendar is now starting to enter its customary winter hibernation, though there are still some things to keep you entertained before you finally hunker down for the holiday season. Have a good one. Exhibitions A solo exhibition of JaeJun Lee’s ceramics at Flow Gallery continues into January The KCCUK’s winter exhibition New Gen … [Read More]
Lee Minhyuk: “Hook – Who : King” tour in London
Lee Minhyuk — better known as HUTA — is a South Korean rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and a core member of the boy group BTOB. He’s also an established solo artist known for his powerful performance style and athletic stage presence. HUTA is embarking on a five‑city European tour in February 2026. This marks his … [Read More]
Gyeob: a solo exhibition by fashion artist Kim Hye Lim
Join us at 67 York Street Gallery for the solo exhibition of fashion artist, Kim Hye Lim. Kim Hye Lim is a fashion artist who finds the roots of her creative practice in Korean tradition. In her 2020 solo exhibition “Ascending”, she focused on the sculptural aesthetics of po (袍 — traditional Korean outer robe) … [Read More]
[Manchester / Preston] K-QUEER: Intimacies of the Invisible
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In collaboration with Seoul International Pride Film Festival, this special film showcase explores queer narratives from Korea through screenings and discussions with a director and programmer. The film programme centres on Kim-Jho Gwangsoo, widely regarded as South Korea’s most prominent queer film director. In 2013, Kim-Jho and his partner, David Kim Seung-hwan, a film distributor … [Read More]
Online talk: An Embroiderer’s Guide to Time and Thread
In An Embroiderer’s Guide to Time and Thread – A Dialogue with the Past, Korean embroidery artist and author Heehwa Jo invites audiences to journey through time, tradition, and creativity. In this online talk, she shares how her practice bridges centuries — reproducing, reinterpreting, and reimagining Korean embroidery heritage through her own contemporary lens. From studying the techniques of historical … [Read More]