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'The Twelve Panels of Grace' Lights of Korea: Jinju Silk Lanterns  This exhibition offers a contemporary interpretation of Jinju silk lanterns, a heritage rooted in the historic center of Korean sericulture.  The design draws inspiration from the graceful silhouette of the twelve-panel skirt featured in the iconic painting Portrait of a Beauty by Shin, Yun-bok, a legendary artist of the Joseon Dynasty. Layered in a circular embrace, these lanterns evoke the warmth and generosity associated with the maternal figure in Korean tradition.  Through the soft translucence and fluid curves of silk, we invite you to experience the emotional resonance of light, color, and space.   ●Period : January 15th, 2026 - February 28, 2026 ●Venue : The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles 2F Art Gallery (5505 Wilshire Blvd, LA, CA 90036) ●Operation Hours : Mon - Fri 9 AM - 5 PM, Sat 9 AM - 1 PM (Closed on holidays)  This exhibition is presented by the Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA) in collaboration with the City of Jinju as part of the 2025 Touring K-Arts Program. It is supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST)and the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE).

<Exhibition of Hangeul Cultural Products> The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles and National Hangeul Museum present "Exhibition of Hangeul Cultural Products". The exhibition showcases creative and stylish works in ceramics and lifestyle goods inspired by Korean language, Hangeul. We introduce how the uniquely creative script Hangeul can be transformed into a new aesthetic language through product design. ●Location: 1st Floor Gallery, KCCLA ●Hosted by : Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles, National Hangeul Museum

The 19th Photographers Society of Southern California Exhibition - Exhibition Title: The 19th Photographers Society of Southern California Exhibition - Riches of the land "Through the Lens" - Date: December 11 - December 26, 2025 - Opening Reception: Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30PM-9:00PM *Opening Register:Opening Register - Location: KCCLA Art Gallery (2nd Floor) / 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 - Presenter: Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles(KCCLA), Photographers Society of Southern California(PSSC) - Open Hour: Monday - Friday : 10:00AM - 5:00PM - More information: Tammy Cho at 323-936-3014 The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA/Director Haedon Lee) & Photographers Society of Southern California (PSSC/President Alex S. Kim) proudly present “The 19th Photographers Society of Southern California Exhibition: Riches of the land "Through the Lens", which will take place from December 11th to December 26th, 2025 at the Korean Cultural Center Art Gallery, located at 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036. This year’s exhibition showcases 40 works by 11 member artists, featuring striking images of natural landscapes across the globe, diverse cultural and everyday moments, and notable scenes of Korea’s traditional heritage. Through their distinct perspectives and artistic vision, the participating photographers capture the beauty of nature, the resilience of life, and fleeting moments often overlooked in daily experience. Founded in 2005 as a nonprofit organization, the Photographers Society of Southern California has played an active role in promoting cultural exchange between the Korean-American community and the broader U.S. public. The Society continues to support the advancement of photographic arts through annual exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs. Participating artists include Alex S. Kim, Helen Shin, Jin Park, Kathy Lee, Jinsun Kim, Bugweon Ju, Heebin Im, Joanne Kim, Jesoung Kyoung, Jina Rucker, and Haesook Min. The exhibition is open to the public, and the opening reception will take place on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the 2nd-floor Art Gallery of the Korean Cultural Center. Following the ceremony, the PSSC will hold a special giveaway of the 2026 commemorative calendar, featuring selected works by participating member artists. The exhibition is free and open to the public through December 26, 2025. Photographers Society of Southern California (total 11 Artists) Alex Kim / Helen Shin / Jin Park / Kathy Lee / Jinsun Kim / Bugweon Ju / Heebin Im / Joanne Kim / Jesoung Kyoung / Jina Rucker / Haesook Min

The 34th Annual Exhibition of Korean-American Calligraphy Association - Exhibition Title: The 34th Annual Exhibition of Korean-American Calligraphy Association - Date: November 20 - December 5, 2025 - Opening Reception: Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 5:00PM - 8:00PM *Opening Register:Opening Register - Location: KCCLA Art Gallery (2nd Floor) / 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 - Presenter: Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles(KCCLA), Korean-American Calligraphy Association(KACA) - Open Hour: Monday - Friday : 10:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday : 9:00AM - 1:00PM * KCCLA Gallery will be closed on Nov. 27(Thursday) & Nov.29(Saturday) for Thanksgiving Day. - More information: Tammy Cho at 323-936-3014 The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA, Director Haedon Lee) & Korean-American Calligraphy Association (KACA, President Theresa Hwang) proudly present 'The 34th Annual Exhibition of Korean-American Calligraphy Association' on Thursday, November 20, at 5:00 PM in the 2nd-floor Art Gallery of KCCLA. This year’s exhibition, themed “Diversity,” showcases works that reflect each artist’s individuality and creative identity through distinctive calligraphic expressions and styles. The exhibition features works by three distinguished guest artists- Soheon Jeong, Do-Joon, Simseok Kim, Byeong-Gi, and Mookjae Kwon, Myoung-Won- alongside 34 member artists, offering visitors an opportunity to experience a wide spectrum of traditional and contemporary calligraphic art. The exhibition encompasses various genres, from classical scripts such as jeonseo (seal script), yeseo (clerical script), haeseo (standard script), choseo (cursive script), Hangeul gungche, Hunminjeongeum script, and semi-cursive styles, to modern calligraphy, muninhwa (literati painting), and even English calligraphy. Founded in 1990, the Korean-American Calligraphy Association has, for 35 years, supported Korean calligraphers across the United States while promoting the beauty and philosophy of Korean calligraphy to both Korean and broader American audiences. The Association continues to preserve and advance this traditional art form through annual exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs. The 34th Annual Exhibition of the Korean-American Calligraphy Association will be on view from Thursday, November 20 through Friday, December 5, 2025, at the KCCLA 2nd-floor Art Gallery. ▶ Participating Artists: (total 37 Artists) Distinguished Guest Artists (total 3 Artists) Jeong, Do-joon / Kim, Byeong-Gi / Kwon, Myoung-Won Korean-American Calligraphy Association (total 34 Artists) Han, Young Ae / Lee,Jun Soo / Han, Sang / Kim, Laura / Kwak, Shirley / Kim, Steve / Park, Nam Ho / Son, Young Hwan / Chung, Jinoak / Hahn, Grace / Kang, Sa Joon / Ro(Hong) Poong Ja / Song, Yangcha / Ahn, Bukyung / Wang, Helen / Lee, Sunjung / Lee, Jihyun / Chung, Myungsun / Chung, Carol Song / Hong, Eunsook / Koo, Young Hee / Lee, Zoe / Yin, Susie / Choi, Kyuchang / Hwang, Theresa Nichols / Hwang Tae Sun / Kang, Se Ryung / Kim, Sung Bok / Yim, Hyon Kyong / Chung, Erin / Lee, Julie / Hong, Grace / Yoon, Charles H. / Hong, Ok ki

Special Lecture on the Lee Kun-hee Collection Exhibition at NMAA - Title: Special Lecture on the Lee Kun-hee Collection Exhibition at NMAA - Date: November 18th(Tuesday), 2025 at 11:00am-1:00pm *Register: Register - Location: Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles Ari Hall (3rd Floor), 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 - Presenter: National Museum of Asian Art (NMAA), Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) Join us for a special lecture introducing the Smithsonian’s exhibition Korean Treasures: Collected, Cherished, Shared, the first major U.S. presentation of masterpieces from the Lee Kun-hee Collection. The exhibition features over 200 works spanning 1,500 years of Korean art history, from ancient Buddhist sculptures and ceramics to paintings, furnishings and modern masterpieces of the 20th century. Speakers ●Dr. Chase Robinson, Director, National Museum of Asian Art ●Dr. Sunwoo Hwang, Korea Foundation Assistant Curator for Korean Art and Culture The speakers will share insights into the significance of the exhibition and the artistic legacy represented in the Lee Kun-hee Collection.

The 19th Korea Arts Foundation of America Award Recipient Exhibition - Title: The 19th Korea Arts Foundation of America Award Recipient Exhibition "A Motionless Movie" - KAFA Awardee: Heehyun Choi - Date: October 23th(Thursday) - November 14th(Friday), 2025 -Screening and Conversation: Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 6:30pm-8:00pm *For more Info & Register: Reception Register - Location: Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles Art Gallery (2nd Floor), 5505 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 - Presenter: Korea Arts Foundation of America (KAFA), Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles (KCCLA) - Jurors: Virginia Moon(Associate Curator of Korean Art, LACMA), Jamillah James(Manilow Senior Curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago), Pablo Jose Ramirez(Curator, Hammer Museum) The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (KCCLA), in partnership with Korea Arts Foundation of America (KAFA), proudly present The 19th Korea Arts Foundation of America Award Recipient Exhibition: A Motionless Movie. The exhibition will be on view from October 23 through November 14, 2025, at the KCCLA Art Gallery (5505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036), with an opening reception on Thursday, October 23, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. KAFA is a non-profit public benefit organization based in Los Angeles dedicated to promoting creativity, research, and exhibitions in the arts. Funding and support for this exhibition are provided by KAFA and the Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles. Heehyun Choi is a moving-image artist working between South Korea and the United States. Her practice spans cinema and exhibition spaces, where she creates experimental films using analog formats such as 16mm and Super 8mm. Through her exploration of film and video media, Choi examines the intricate relationships between camera, subject, and image. Born in Los Angeles and raised in Seoul, she holds a B.A. in Art & Technology from Sogang University and an M.F.A. in Film and Video from the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). In her solo exhibition A Motionless Movie, Choi presents four new moving-image works alongside a series of embroidery pieces. The essay film A Motionless Movie, which shares its title with the exhibition, takes inspiration from a 1920s Korean newspaper article titled “Umjigiji-Anneun Yeonghwa (A Motionless Movie).” The work imagines the perspectives of Korean women readers of the newspaper’s “Home and Women’s” section, loosely following the trajectory of American actress Clara Bow featured in the article. The black-and-white silent film A Dark Room portrays a woman who may have encountered a camera obscura-a primal form of cinema that predates modern film language. The single-channel video Neolttwigi and the three-channel video The Wedding Chest blur the boundaries between the front and back of the camera, the inside and outside of the frame, and between those who create images and those who become them, presenting cameras that exist in shifting forms. The Chronophotography series fragments images-already fossilized in the history of photography and cinema-and reweaves them through traditional Korean embroidery and patchwork techniques. A closing event will be held on Thursday, November 13, at 6:30 PM, featuring a Screening and Conversation with artist Heehyun Choi, moderated by film curator Jheanelle Brown, in collaboration with KAFA, GYOPO, and KCCLA. The exhibition is free and open to the public through Friday, November 14, 2025.

[November 21 (Fri) 6:30 PM Ballet The Nutcracker] Running Time: 88 minutes The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (Director Haedon Lee) announced that, in partnership with the Seoul Arts Center (SAC), it will present the final work of the Liberation Day 80th Anniversary Performing Arts Content Screening SAC Series with a screening of the National Ballet of Korea’s The Nutcracker on Friday, November 21, at Ari Hall on the Center’s 3rd floor. This year’s featured film is the celebrated choreography by Yuri Grigorovich known as the “living legend” who led the Bolshoi Ballet for 33 years. His 1966 version, premiered at the Bolshoi Theatre, is renowned for its grand and spectacular staging, demanding choreography, and engaging storyline that invites audiences of all ages into a magical fairytale world. The work, co-produced by the Seoul Arts Center and the National Ballet of Korea, has been a long-standing bestseller, maintaining a 13-year full-house record since its premiere at the SAC Opera House in 2000. This screening brings that legacy to the screen. The Nutcracker offers an array of delights for audiences of all ages. In Act I, charming characters and dolls beloved by children come to life, while Act II presents a series of national dances performed by dolls from different countries celebrating the wedding of the Prince and Marie. Musically, Tchaikovsky’s brilliant orchestration shines throughout the work. He heightens the winter atmosphere with a chorus in the “Waltz of the Snowflakes,” and introduces the newly invented celesta brought directly from Franceto create the shimmering sound of the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.” Each national dance is vividly expressed through distinctive musical colors, such as the lively Chinese dance highlighted by the piccolo and the bold Russian dance driven by strings and winds. The diversity of waltzes, including the “Waltz of the Flowers” and “Waltz of the Snow,” evokes the joy of being invited to a Costume Party. Before the screening, a special talk will be held to enhance audience understanding and enjoyment. Stephanie Kim, a Korean American ballerina from Los Angeles, will introduce the story of The Nutcracker and offer insights into the ballet genre. The talk begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the screening at 7:00 p.m. Presented annually around the world each December, The Nutcracker is an ideal family-friendly program, and this screening offers audiences the rare chance to experience the National Ballet of Korea’s world-class performance on screen. This year’s event will also feature a Costume Party theme, inviting attendees to dress as characters from the performance or in attire that reflects the winter season. All guests who participate in costume will receive a special gift prepared by the Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles.

[November 5 (Wed) 6:30 PM Classical Music with Commentary Gyeonggi Philharmonic Orchestra Masters Series I] Running Time: 115 minutes The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (Director Haedon Lee) announced that, in partnership with the Seoul Arts Center (SAC), it will screen Gyeonggi Philharmonic Orchestra Masters Series I on November 5 at Ari Hall on the 3rd floor of the Center as part of the “80th Anniversary of Liberation Performing Arts Content Screening Seoul Arts Center Series.” This screening is the third installment of the Seoul Arts Center series and features a program conducted by Sunwook Kim, widely known as a pianist, who steps onto the podium as a conductor. This performance has drawn attention for its refined structural sensitivity and rigorous interpretation. In works such as Beethoven’s symphonies, he presents a mature musical vision by balancing logic and emotion embedded in the score, supported by the Gyeonggi Philharmonic’s solid ensemble. The “Masters Series” is one of the Gyeonggi Philharmonic’s signature annual programs, showcasing the orchestra’s identity and artistic depth through works by master composers spanning from the classical to the contemporary. In this “Masters Series I,” the program includes Wagner’s Overture to Act I of Lohengrin, Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in A major, S. 125, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 55 “Eroica.” The 115-minute screening will run without an intermission, offering audiences an opportunity to discover Sunwook Kim’s artistic development and musicality as a conductor. Notably, prior to the screening, Professor Kyurim Rhie of UCLA who participated in the LA Philharmonic’s “Seoul Festival” this past June will offer a pre-talk providing context on classical music and Sunwook Kim.

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 Location: Colburn School Zipper Hall 5:00~6:00 pm VIP Reception (Private) 5:30 ~ 7:00 pm Cultural Presentation 7:00 ~ 8:30 pm Performances The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (Director: Haedon Lee) will host “APEC 2025 Korea Cultural Night” on Tuesday, October 28, at 5:30 PM at Colburn School Zipper Hall to commemorate the APEC Summit in Gyeongju. The APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Summit, first held in Seattle in 1993, rotates annually among its member countries. In 2025, it will be hosted in Gyeongju, South Korea. This event is organized to celebrate the upcoming summit, wish for its successful hosting, and promote strong friendships among APEC member nations and their communities. During the event, attendees can enjoy a variety of traditional performances from APEC member countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, and Thailand (7:00~8:30 PM). Prior to the performances, from 5:30~7:00 PM, cultural booths representing each country will be set up in the outdoor area of Zipper Hall, offering a rich variety of sights and experiences. As the host country, South Korea will present various traditional art performances. Before the main program, cultural booths will offer visitors a variety of experiences, including promotion of APEC events, traditional crafts, tasting of Korean foods, and sample workshops, providing a rich cultural experience before the performances begin.

[October 22 (Wed) 6:30 PM Opera with Commentary Chunhyang’s Great Escape] Running Time: 96 minutes The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (Director Haedon Lee), in collaboration with the Seoul Arts Center (SAC), announced that it will screen the opera 'Chunhyang's Great Escape' on October 22 at Ari Hall on the Center’s third floor, as part of the “Seoul Arts Center Series: Performing Arts Content Screenings in Celebration of the 80th Anniversary of Korea’s Liberation.”This event marks the second installment of the Seoul Arts Center Series. 'Chunhyang's Great Escape' reimagines one of Korea’s most beloved classic characters, presenting her story in a fresh and contemporary light. The opera offers a witty, humorous, and modern reinterpretation of the timeless Chunhyangjeon, transforming the familiar tale into a playful “next-generation” version. Unlike traditional operas performed in foreign languages, 'Chunhyang's Great Escape' is sung entirely in Korean, allowing audiences to focus more deeply on the story itself. As with the aria “So What If It’s Old-Fashioned,” sung by Hyangdan and Bangja, the work’s clever lines and humorous lyrics delivered with charming melodies invite laughter and highlight the opera’s irresistible appeal. Set in Namwon, Jeolla Province during the Joseon Dynasty, the opera also embraces the region’s rich dialect, adding lively authenticity and local color to the performance. With a brisk 90-minute runtime and no intermission, the production offers an enjoyable, accessible experience even for those who may find traditional opera lengthy or difficult to follow. The stage design promises a creative blend of tradition and modernity featuring minimalist and symbolic props, alongside costumes that reflect the grace of Joseon-era aesthetics with a contemporary flair. Through these visuals, audiences will be transported to the vibrant spring scenery of Namwon in full bloom. Before the screening, mezzo-soprano Joo Won Chae, currently pursuing her doctoral studies at USC, will provide an introduction and commentary on the opera.

The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles (Director Haedon Lee), in collaboration with the Korea National Opera (General Director & Artistic Director Sang-ho Choi), will present Opera Voyage at Zipper Hall, Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This concert is part of the “Touring K-Arts” program, supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange. It is jointly presented by the Korean Cultural Centers in Los Angeles, New York, Washington, D.C., and Canada. In addition, the LA concert will serve as the pre-opening performance of the 52nd LA Korean Festival, bringing the beauty of Korean opera and tradition closer to local audiences. The North American tour will be held across six performances in four cities New York, Washington, D.C., Ottawa, and Los Angeles. Among these, the LA performance is particularly noteworthy as a key stage for vibrant cultural exchange between Korea and the United States. By introducing the stage of the Korea National Opera not only to the Korean American community but also to the broader mainstream audience, the event is expected to elevate the global profile of Korean arts and foster pride within the Korean community. This performance will be led by the Young Artist Program members of the Korea National Opera Studio. Established in 2021, the program nurtures the next generation of opera singers by providing systematically designed training and hands-on stage experience to talented vocalists selected through auditions. For this North American tour, the lineup includes sopranos Heejung Kim and Naoon Koo; tenors Seonghyeon Kim and Jaeyeol Kim; baritones Younghoon Kim and Seungbin Park; along with pianist Sohong Park. Together, these rising stars will present a vibrant and powerful performance, embodying the future of Korea’s opera stage. The Opera Voyage concert features a diverse program, including the Korean opera Soul Mate (Cheonsaeng Yeonbun), well-known opera arias, Korean art songs, and folk songs. Part I presents a gala concert of composer Junhee Lim’s opera Soul Mate. This work explores the universal theme of “marriage” through the lens of traditional Korean wedding culture and melodies. Commissioned by the Korea National Opera, it premiered in Frankfurt, Germany, in 2006, leaving a strong impression on international audiences, who praised it as “an ideal combination of Korea’s rich culture with European elements.” Part II includes beloved opera arias such as “Der Holle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen” from Mozart’s Die Zauberflote (The Magic Flute) and “Mein Sehnen, mein Wahnen” from Korngold’s Die tote Stadt (The Dead City). Alongside these are Korean art songs and folk favorites, including Kim Dong-jin’s Shin Arirang, Kim Sung-tae’s Dongshimcho (Child’s Heart), and Cho Doo-nam’s Boat Song.

80th Anniversary of Liberation Commemorative Performing Arts Screening  Arts Center Series ●Date & Venue: September 24 - November 19, 2025, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm / Ari Hall, 3rd Floor, Korean Cultural Center ○September 24 (Wed) 6:30 pm Ballet: Ahn Jung-geun, Dance in Heaven - Completed ○October 22 (Wed) 6:30 pm Opera: Chunhyang’s Escape - Completed ○November 5 (Wed) 6:30 pm Classical: Gyeonggi Philharmonic Orchestra Masters Series I - Completed ○November 21 (Fri) 6:30 pm Ballet: The Nutcracker - Completed ●Hosted by: Korean Cultural Center, Los Angeles & Seoul Arts Center ●Program Description: In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation, this series presents high-quality live performance videos from the Seoul Arts Center. Each screening will be accompanied by a special session with experts from each genre, offering insights and guidance on how to better appreciate the performances.