Contemporary Korea

  • Women on Manhwa: The Future of Korean Comics

    Friday, November 16, 2018 | 6:30 PM
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    While male-focused narratives have led Western and American comics, manhwa (Korean comics) are leading the charge for women and gaining popularity as a cultural export, reaching fans worldwide via mobile apps. Artists Narae Lee, Ministry of Culture Grand Prize winner, and Kyungran Park discuss their craft at The Korea Society. Sun Bang, CEO of TappyToon, provides insight into this rapidly expanding global industry. Talk followed by Q&A and networking reception.     Women on Manhwa: The Future of Korean... Read More

  • Intro to Korea: Teachers’ Conference

    Tuesday, November 6, 2018 | 9:00 AM
    Educators are invited to explore Korea’s rich premodern and dynamic contemporary history. Dr. Michael Pettid, Professor of Premodern Korean Studies at Binghamton University, chronicles core societal values, belief systems, and dynastic changes in premodern Korea. Dr. Charles K. Armstrong, Korea Foundation Professor of Korean Studies at Columbia University, outlines the 20th century events which have shaped contemporary Korea. The conference ends with a classroom activities workshop to help educators incorporate this... Read More

  • 8th Global Financial Leaders Forum

    Monday, November 5, 2018 | 6:00 PM
    The Maekyung Media Group, The Korea Society and Korea Finance Society present a forum of top speakers for over 150 representatives from the US and Asian financial firms. • Speech I Asset Allocation of KIC in Current Market Environment       Heenam Choi, Chairman and CEO, Korea Investment Corporation • Session I Global Asset Management in the Age of Growing Protectionism and Rising Interest Rates       Scott Kapnick, CEO, HPS Investment Partners       Daniel Simkowitz, Managing Director, Head of Investment... Read More

  • [YPN] Future of Fintech: Technological Advancements and Disruption of Incumbents

    Thursday, November 1, 2018 | 6:30 PM
    • Podcast MP3: http://traffic.libsyn.com/koreasociety/2018-11-01_TKS_YPN_FutureOfFintech_TechnologicalAdvancementsAndDisruptionOfIncumbents.mp3
    • Podcast URL: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/future-fintech-technological-advancements-disruption/id210903888?i=1000423069379&mt=2
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    The Korea Society and the Korean Startups & Entrepreneurs Association (KSE) address the topics of fintech, financial services, and technology. Panelists explore how innovative technologies and influential tech entrepreneurs are disrupting and redefining the traditional finance industry. Followed by a networking reception with light snacks and cash bar with $5 beer and wine.   [YPN] Future of Fintech: Technological Advancements and Disruption of Incumbents Thursday, November 1, 2018 | 6:30 PM The Korea... Read More

  • K-beauty with Renée of Gothamista

    Thursday, October 11, 2018 | 6:30 PM
    • Podcast MP3: http://traffic.libsyn.com/koreasociety/2018-10-11_K-BeautyWithGothamista.mp3
    • Podcast URL: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/k-beauty-with-ren%C3%A9e-of-gothamista/id210903888?i=1000422128406&mt=2
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    Delve into K-beauty with Renee, known online as Gothamista, a prominent beauty guru on YouTube! Having a keen interest in core ingredients used in K-beauty products, she shares the latest K-beauty skin care tips and her favorite skincare regime for the fall. Moderated by Devon Abelman, Allure’s digital beauty reporter, covering viral makeup trends, rainbow hair, K-beauty and more.   K-beauty with Renée of Gothamista Thursday, October 11, 2018 | 6:30 PM The Korea Society 350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor New York,... Read More

  • Kpop & Beauty

    Thursday, September 27, 2018 | 6:30 PM
    • Podcast MP3: http://traffic.libsyn.com/koreasociety/2018-09-27_KpopAndBeauty.mp3
    • Podcast URL: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/kpop-and-beauty/id210903888?i=1000420913287&mt=2
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    Styling and beauty are quintessential elements of the Kpop lifestyle. Devon Abelman, Digital Beauty Reporter at Allure Magazine, uncovers Kpop hair, skincare, and beauty trends.   + - Admission Click to collapse   The Korea Society Fellow, Patron and Corporate members: FREE with registration Tickets Members & Students $20.00 USD Non-members $30.00 USD   Full Name Title or... Read More

  • Lautarian: Korean-Roma Project featuring KoN & Rami

    Friday, September 14, 2018 | 7:00 PM
    Experience music without boundaries through the “Lautarian: Korean-Roma Project” with KoN, the first roma violinist in Korea, and Rami Seo, an accomplished gayakeumist and ethnomusicologist from New York. “Lautari” is an elite music group among Roma musicians. Performing artist, KoN, combines this with “an” from “Korean” and “musician” to describe nuevo Korean Roma music. Explore and experience the world of music featuring the harmony of Korean and Western musical instruments. Performance followed by reception with... Read More

  • Kpop 101 Series: The Economy of Kpop

    Thursday, August 23, 2018 | 6:30 PM
    • Podcast MP3: http://traffic.libsyn.com/koreasociety/2018-08-23_TheEconomyOfKpop.mp3
    • Podcast URL: itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-economy-of-kpop/id210903888?i=1000418602084&mt=2
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      Communications Director of the Korea Economic Institute of America in Washington DC, Jenna Gibson, presents on the commodification of K-culture on a global scale. Ms. Gibson reflects on regional marketing strategies and the economic impact of Korea’s exportation of Kpop. Followed by Q&A and reception with Korean food and drinks.   + - Admission Click to collapse   The Korea Society Fellow, Patron and Corporate members: FREE... Read More

  • The Spy Gone North NYC Premiere

    Wednesday, August 15, 2018 | 6:00 PM
    Director Yoon Jong Bin's latest film, The Spy Gone North, starring Hwang Jung-min, Lee Sung-min, Cho Jin-woong, and Ju Ji-hoon, portrays the true story of former South Korean agent, Park Chae-seo. The film premiered in the Midnight Screenings section of the Cannes Film Festival in May of 2018. Synopsis Set in 1993, with tensions running high in South Korea amid rumors surrounding North Korea’s nuclear weapon development, Park Seok Young is recruited by the National Security Agency to infiltrate the North Korean... Read More

  • 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 creepy yet breezy love song gives you a little chill this summer.   + -... Read More

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