A Roundtable on Contemporary South Korean Politics Speakers: Jang Kyung-tae (Democratic Party of Korea), Kim Jaesub (People Power Party), Lee Jaeyoung (People Power Party). Chair: Dr John Nilsson-Wright Following President Yoon Suk-Yeol’s surprise announcement of martial law on December 3, 2024, South Korean politics has been plunged into a period of great political uncertainty and … [Read More]
Event Notices
Details of individual events. As with all archives, these posts are filed in order of publication, rather than in order of the events themselves.
Korean crafts at Collect 2025
As spring approaches, Collect — the leading international art fair for contemporary craft and design — looks forward to welcoming visitors to the stunning neo-classical rooms of Somerset House in central London, for a five-day celebration of international contemporary craft and design. Presented by Crafts Council, and recognised as being at the forefront of the … [Read More]
The Black Skirts: Songs to Bring You Home tour
Korean rock band sensation The Black Skirts is taking their global acclaim to new heights with their first-ever European tour, the “Songs to Bring You Home” EU Tour 2025. With over 1.5 billion plays across their tracks, and the hit single “EVERYTHING” amassing well over 250 million streams alone, The Black Skirts has cemented their … [Read More]
Jooyoung performs in London
Don’t miss this unforgettable night with South Korea’s soulful R&B sensation, Jooyoung, live in London! Experience his smooth vocals, captivating stage presence, and hit tracks in an intimate setting at the Mirror Arch. This is your chance to see Jooyoung up close, enjoy a spectacular performance, and connect with fellow fans in the heart of … [Read More]
BKS visit to Korean collections at Bodleian Library and Pitt Rivers Museum
Members of the British Korean Society will be visiting Oxford on 7 February for an exclusive look at the Korean collections – documents, books, artefacts – of the Bodleian Library and the Pitt Rivers Museum. Members will be guided behind the scenes by experts and curators of both institutions. The visits will last approximately from … [Read More]
Lunar New Year celebrations in New Malden
Join the Lunar New Year celebrations in New Malden’s United Reformed Church on 1 February. Expect food, fashion, traditional games and more. THere will also be K-beauty workshops and an exhibition a sale of traditional accessories. Follow the organisers’ instagram account for a chance to win in their raffle. More details here. [Read More]
Lee YoungJi tour at the Clapham Grand
Lee YoungJi’s First Solo European Tour. Europe, Are You Ready?! The one and only Lee YoungJi is coming to shake up Paris and London this January with her first-ever solo European tour! Get ready to witness the unstoppable energy and raw talent of Korea’s rap queen as she lights up the stage with her ‘All … [Read More]
Kim’s Convenience: nationwide theatre tour
Now a global smash hit, this hilarious and heartwarming drama about a family-run Korean store that inspired the Netflix phenomenon, is written by Ins Choi, who calls the play his “love letter to his parents and to all first-generation immigrants who now call Canada their home.” After two successful runs in London in 2024, the … [Read More]
Market Root X YUGU – K-Creatives’ Market in London
Join MARKET ROOT at YUGU STORE, a concept store featuring Korean designer brands. Visit on Saturday, 25th January 2025 in London Fields! Enjoy a variety of offerings, including fashion, accessories, desserts, K-beauty cosmetics, and a silver ring workshop by Korean Creatives as we celebrate the Lunar New Year together. Don’t miss it! General Admission: £0 … [Read More]
The Postdevelopmental State: Dilemmas of economic democratization in contemporary South Korea
Dr Doucette will introduce his recently published book on the politics and political economy of contemporary South Korea – a book that is even more topical in the current political crisis the country is facing. This book is a major contribution to both Korean and East Asian Political Economy across a number of different disciplines. … [Read More]
Confucianism and disaster: Floods, lightning and cosmology in Eighteenth-Century Chosŏn Korea
This presentation explores Chosŏn-period (1392-1910) Confucian responses to disaster. This was a period in which Confucianism not only was the state ideology, but also guided interaction in local communities socially and economically dominated by local elites sharing the ideas of this ideology. The Confucian convictions of this elite dictated how they, as leaders of communities, … [Read More]
Lee Youngsil: Ceramic Gardens in Bloom, at Mokspace
Lee Youngsil: Ceramic Gardens in Bloom reimagines the relationship between ceramics, flowers, and nature, blending nostalgia with artistic creativity. Incorporating ceramic elements onto her canvases, Lee portrays simplified forms of flowers and birds, inspired by her childhood memories and the traditional Korean five colours (obang-saek, 오방색). Her works, part of the series Ceramics, Flowers and … [Read More]
Documentary screening: K-Family Affairs
The recent political history of South Korea is interwoven with the family life of filmmaker Arum Nam, whose parents are part of the proud 386 generation, which played a significant role in achieving democratisation. Eager to pass on a better world to their children, Arum’s father became a public servant, and her mother a feminist … [Read More]
BM: ATAP special UK Concert
BM, the lead rapper from 4-member co-ed K-pop group KARD, will be appearing at London’s Steel Yard on 4 February. This special performance is a continuation of his After the After Party 2024 tour in the US. The venue has been changed from the original planned venue, Heaven. This is an 18+ event, and the … [Read More]
Cha Jongrye and Park Ji-Eun in The Quiet Within, at Pontone Gallery
Pontone Gallery’s upcoming exhibition, The Quiet Within, brings together artists from around the world whose works capture a sense of contemplation and inward focus. Cha Jongrye’s meditative, rippling sculptures initiate a dialogue with Park Ji-Eun’s undulating brushstrokes and splashes, revealing detailed impressions of iconic cities upon closer inspection. Chris Rivers’ exploration of liminal, interstellar spaces … [Read More]
SMTOWN LIVE 2025 in London
The SMTown 2025 world tour kicks off in Korea on 11-12 January at Gocheok Sky Dome, Seoul, with performers including K-pop veterans Bada (S.E.S) Hwanhee (Fly to the Sky) and Tony An (H.O.T). Wouldn’t it be great if similar legends made it to the London show on 28 June? Details of artists and venue for … [Read More]