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… Read More

SOLD OUT | Celebrate the start of summer and all things Kpop with The Korea Society! Join us for an evening of dynamic performances, art making, and an exclusive Kpop dance workshop with the talented team of I LOVE DANCE. Enjoy Korean food, drinks, and the latest Kpop hits at our rooftop reception. Raffle prizes are not to be missed!6:30 PM | Doors Open 7:15 PM | Performances 7:30 PM… Read More

The creators behind EXP (Bora Kim, Karin Kuroda, and Samantha Y. Shao), the first non-Korean K-pop boy band, discuss the themes of cultural authorship and originality, posing the question, what is lost in translation with regard to identity within the Korean wave with Maud Lavin--Professor, Visual Studies and Art History, School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Remapping Identity Politics in K-Pop Tuesday, May 31, 2016 | 6:30 PM 6:30… Read More

TEACHERS' CONFERENCE | K-pop: Origins & Developments | Learn about the international appeal of K-pop music and Korean cinema as experts detail the development of Korean popular culture into a worldwide phenomenon. A K-pop dance workshop will follow the lectures and discussions. Supported by the Freeman Foundation. Free event, early registration requested. Please register here or contact Luz Lanzot for more information. Read More

K-pop performers from Korea’s major labels are well known throughout the globe. Now, artists signed to Korea’s independent music labels are gradually attracting international recognition. Like a breath of fresh air, Lucite Tokki (루싸이트 토끼), a Seoul-based female pop duo, creates unique and honest music. Musicians Kim Sun Young and Cho Ye Jin compose pieces reflective of their evolving emotions and musical tastes. Join us to welcome Lucite Tokki for… Read More

The Korea Society examines the growth of K-Pop and the landmarks for Korean wave in the United States, such as Psy starring in a Super Bowl ad, Girls Generation performing at Madison Square Garden, and 2NE1’s Best New Band award from MTV Iggy. All About K-Pop Wednesday, May 22, 2013 6:00 PM | Reception and Registration6:30 PM | Discussion Admission fee: $20 (non-members) & $10 (members) with Nicole Curry, Contestant… Read More

Please join us for a fun Korean learning experience. On Friday, October 12th, The Korea Society will hold a special Sing Along K-Pop session of Psy’s Gangnam Style, the K-Pop music video that has gone viral on YouTube. During the session, participants will read and interpret the lyrics and learn several Korean expressions. Have an enjoyable time singing, shuffling your feet, and learning the moves of the Psy's now-famous horse-riding… Read More