Lucite Tokki Single Release Party
Friday, August 3, 2018 | 7:00 PM
New York-based female alt-pop duo Lucite Tokki celebrate the release of their latest Single. Bandmates Ye Jin Cho and Sun Young Kim bring their unique mood and sound to The Korea Society. Message from the Artist: It has been a long time since we released our 4th album in 2016, and finally, here’s our new single, “good.” “good” is a sweet, lighthearted, and somewhat quirky love song. We hope this…
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The History of Kpop
Thursday, August 2, 2018 | 6:30 PM
Billboard columnist and Forbes contributor, Tamar Herman, explores the origins of the hallyu wave. From Seo Taiji & Boys in the 1990s to international sensation BTS, how has Kpop evolved? Ms. Herman outlines the elements which distinguish Kpop, notes milestones, and discusses the potential of the global music phenomenon. Followed by Q&A and reception with Korean food and drinks. The History of Kpop Thursday, August 2, 2018 | 6:30 PM…
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Korean Dance Basics for Adults: An Introduction
Tuesday, July 31, 2018 | 5:00 PM
Tuesdays 5 - 6 PM | June 26, July 10, 17, 31 This introductory traditional Korean dance workshop uses gentle movement techniques to establish an appreciation of the dance form. Each week the focus is comprised of applications within the dance syntax such as key body positions and elemental dance phrases to develop an understanding of the dance. The students build an essential understanding of the dance form as beginner…
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ARMISTICE DAY SALUTE 2018
Friday, July 27, 2018 | 12:00 PM
JULY 27, 2018 — NEW YORK — A memorial ceremony for veterans of the Korean War will take place on Friday, July 27, 2018, at 12 noon at the New York Korean War Veterans Memorial in Battery Park. The event, which marks the 65th Anniversary of the signing of the Korean War Armistice Agreement, is hosted by the nonprofit, nonpartisan Korea Society, which promotes awareness, understanding and cooperation between the…
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