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DEPT: Dream Age tour in London

South Korean producer‑singer DEPT brings his atmospheric, late‑night soundscapes to The Grace this April as part of his Dream Age Tour. Known for his lush, emotive blend of indie pop, R&B, and lo‑fi electronica — and for collaborations that have quietly shaped the Korean indie scene — DEPT has built a global following drawn to … [Read More]

1VERSE plays the Garage

The wait is over – 1VERSE is bringing their first official European tour to the UK! Experience an action-packed concert with powerful vocals, sharp choreography, and the electrifying stage presence in London. From debut hits to new performances, this show is built for 5TARZ who have been waiting to see 1VERSE live. Get ready for … [Read More]

BTS Arirang Tour in cinemas

For those of you who can’t wait for the BTS Arirang tour at Spurs in July – or couldn’t get tickets – the performances in Goyang (April 11) and Tokyo (April 18) can be watched live in selected UK cinemas. Because of the time difference, the live screenings are in the morning UK time, but … [Read More]

UCL K-Pop Society presents Gayo Daejeon

UCL K-Pop Society are delighted to announce that the infamous Gayo Daejeon is returning in 2026 with even more drive and passion than before. This high-energy, all-inclusive event features both sizzling dance moves and powerhouse vocals across a range of performances. The show includes two nights of show-stopping performances reminiscent of the charisma, power, and … [Read More]

Sumi Jo in Mad for Love – 40th Anniversary Celebration Concert

Renowned soprano Sumi Jo, accompanied by pianist Malcolm Martineau, is joined by guest baritone Edward Nelson for a 40th-anniversary celebration of song and opera at the Cadogan Hall on 12 March. Their recital spans Vivaldi, Donizetti, Delibes, Bellini, Duparc, Lehár, Korngold, Rossini, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more, pairing virtuosic vocal displays with expressive poetry and … [Read More]

2Z Live In London

South Korean rock band 2Z are bringing their explosive live show to London for one night only at The Garage. As part of their European tour, the band will headline this official UK stop with a full live set, alongside exclusive VIP and VVIP experiences including photo opportunities and signed posters. Further event information, entry … [Read More]

Yunchan Lim plays Schubert and Scriabin

Yunchan Lim’s meteoric rise began in 2022 when he became the youngest ever winner of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and has been confirmed since with a succession of revelatory concert performances and recordings. He explores the world of Romantic sonatas this lunchtime, following Schubert’s D major “Gasteiner” Sonata from 1825 with three turn-of-the-century … [Read More]

Hold Korea in My Heart: Jindo National Gugak Center introduction to traditional dance and percussion

Hold Korea in My Heart is a structured, two-day linked programme presented by the Jindo National Gugak Center (국립남도국악원), offering a hands-on introduction to Korean traditional dance and percussion. Through consecutive sessions across both days, participants will explore the relationship between rhythm, movement, and sound, engaging directly with the fundamentals of Hojok Sinawi Dance (호적시나위춤) … [Read More]

The Korale UK concert tour

Founded on 17 May 1966, The Korale (formerly, the Korean Students Choir, 한국대학합창단) is composed primarily of university music majors from Seoul and the greater metropolitan region. For nearly 60 years, the choir has devoted itself to mission work through sacred music and to the advancement of Korean choral artistry. Showcasing the pure and vibrant … [Read More]

Yunmi Kang, Sangyeon Park and the BEJE Trio UK Tour

Up and coming young Korean jazz stars pianist-singer Yunmi Kang and guitarist Sangyeon Park join with the Bristol-based BEJE Trio for a five-stop tour that will showcase some of the tracks from their long-standing collaboration, which has included gigs in Gunsan and the 2025 Chuncheon Arts Festival. The group is an international collaborative project testifying … [Read More]

82Major ‘Bebeom: Be The Tiger’ European tour in London

Get ready, London! South Korea’s K-pop six-piece 82Major are coming to Hackney this March for an unforgettable live show. Since debuting in 2023 under Great M Entertainment, the group has electrified fans worldwide with hard-hitting hip-hop beats, dynamic choreography and chart-climbing releases like Beat by 82, X-82 and Silence Syndrome. Their passionate fandom — known … [Read More]