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KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER

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  1. KCC Music on Stage - Traditional Korean Performances

    Post Date : 26.06.2025
    Event Date : 11.07.2025
    Friday, 27 June 2025               5PM                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Take a musical break in the heart of Pretoria! This special evening features a captivating performance by Kim Tae-eun of the National Gugak Center Dance Company, presenting Salpuri—a graceful and expressive Korean dance known for its deep emotional resonance. The evening also includes a colourful Buchaechum (Korean Fan Dance) showcase by participants of the recent KCCSA workshop. Dressed in vibrant hanbok and dancing with peony-adorned fans, they bring to life one of Korea’s most iconic traditional performances. Come and experience the rhythm, movement, and beauty of Korean tradition—live on stage. About KIM TAE-EUN Kim Tae-eun is a member of the National Gugak Center Dance Company. She is a certified trainee of the Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 40, Hakyeonhwadaehapseolmu, and a transmittee of the Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 97, Salpuri. DATE Friday, 11 July 2025 TIME 5PM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/Cboq96ZQkW5wgvEm8 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
  2. KCC Music on Stage 2025 - Fingerstyle Guitar Performance

    Post Date : 05.06.2025
    Event Date : 27.06.2025
    Friday, 27 June 2025               5PM                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Take a musical break in the heart of Pretoria! Join us for a delightful evening featuring the talented fingerstyle guitarist Yohan Song at the Korean Cultural Centre. Yohan will perform a selection of his original songs along with a few K-pop covers, all arranged in a fingerstyle guitar style—a technique where melodies, harmonies, and rhythm are played simultaneously on a single guitar by plucking the strings directly with the fingers. About YOHAN SONG Yohan Song is a talented fingerstyle guitarist who has released his first album, 'Korea', and has been actively performing in South Africa, Korea, and Japan, showcasing his exceptional skills. He highlights the unique characteristics of Korean culture, creating performances that inspire audiences. Yohan continues to push the boundaries of fingerstyle guitar, earning recognition as one of the most notable guitarists of his generation. Yohan is represented by Yoram Music and is an official endorser of Crafter Guitar Korea. DATE Friday, 27 June 2025 TIME 5PM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/faEEQAyrh5EP8hxM8 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
  3. SAC On Screen - SHIM CHUNG

    Post Date : 04.06.2025
    Event Date : 11.06.2025
    Wednesday, 11 June 2025               12PM                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Join us for the next captivating installment of the SAC On Screen series — Shim Chung! This beautiful Korean ballet brings to life a powerful story of love and sacrifice, blending mesmerizing music, dance, and visuals to create an unforgettable theatrical experience that celebrates family, loyalty, and hope. The SAC On Screen series showcases exceptional live performances from Korea’s prestigious Seoul Arts Center (SAC), bringing the best of Korean performing arts to audiences. SHIM CHUNG | Ballet | 90m SHIM CHUNG is a captivating Korean ballet that tells the moving story of a devoted daughter who sacrifices herself to restore her blind father’s sight. Journeying through breathtaking underwater kingdoms and overcoming trials, Shim Chung’s unbreakable love and courage are beautifully portrayed through music, dance, and dynamic visuals. This modern retelling of a classic folktale celebrates themes of family, loyalty, and hope — offering a powerful theatrical experience that resonates across generations. DATE Wednesday, 11 June 2025 TIME 12PM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/JHh8J8psMyy5egW29 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
  4. K-CINEMA CLUB: The Vengeance Trilogy by Park Chan-wook

    Post Date : 02.06.2025
    Event Date : 19.06.2025 -  03.07.2025
    Thursdays, 19 June - 3 July 2025               5PM                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria A Cinematic Descent into Justice, Revenge, and Redemption Step into the dark, stylish, and emotionally charged world of acclaimed director Park Chan-wook with The Vengeance Trilogy—three masterfully crafted films linked by a shared exploration of revenge and its devastating consequences. From the quiet despair of Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (2002), through the shocking twists of the Cannes Grand Prix-winning Oldboy (2003), to the haunting elegance of Lady Vengeance (2005), each film offers a gripping tale of moral complexity, human suffering, and the high price of retribution. Presented together for a rare screening event, these films are not only cornerstones of modern Korean cinema but also bold, unforgettable meditations on the thin line between justice and vengeance. Prepare for a journey that is brutal, beautiful, and utterly unrelenting! Park Chan-wook Park Chan-wook is one of South Korea’s most acclaimed filmmakers, renowned for his bold visual style, psychological depth, and genre-defying storytelling. He gained international recognition with Oldboy (2003), which won the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival and cemented his place as a leading voice in world cinema. His other notable works include The Handmaiden (2016), which premiered at Cannes and won the BAFTA Award for Best Film Not in the English Language, and Decision to Leave (2022), which earned him the Best Director Award at Cannes. With a career spanning thrillers, historical dramas, and romantic noirs, Park continues to captivate global audiences with his distinctive cinematic vision. Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance | 2002 | 18 | 2h 9m Ryu, a deaf-mute factory worker, is desperate to save his sister who needs a kidney transplant. After falling victim to black-market organ traffickers, he and his girlfriend plan to kidnap the daughter of a wealthy businessman to pay for the operation. When the plan goes tragically wrong, a brutal cycle of revenge is set into motion, drawing both Ryu and the grieving father into a downward spiral of violence and despair. Oldboy | 2003 | 18 | 2h After being inexplicably imprisoned for 15 years, Oh Dae-su is suddenly released with no explanation. As he searches for his captor and the reason behind his confinement, he becomes entangled in a web of secrets, manipulation, and revenge. With time running out and the truth more shocking than he ever imagined, Dae-su must confront the past to uncover a devastating conspiracy. Lady Vengeance | 2005 | 18 | 1h 55m After serving 13 years in prison for a crime she didn’t commit, Lee Geum-ja is released with a quiet, steely determination. Behind her angelic facade lies a carefully crafted plan to take revenge on the man who betrayed her. As she reconnects with her past and gathers allies among former inmates, her journey toward vengeance unfolds with chilling elegance and emotional depth, culminating in a powerful reckoning. DATES   • Oldboy (2003): Thursday, 19 June 2025   • Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (2002): Thursday, 26 June 2025   • Lady Vengeance (2005): Thursday, 3 July 2025 TIME 4:30PM for 5PM Come a bit early to grab some free popcorn and a drink! 🍿🥤 The screening starts right at 5 PM, so don’t be late! ⏰ AGE 18 years and above VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://linktr.ee/KCCSA *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
  5. K-MOVIE - The King of Kings (2025)

    Post Date : 19.05.2025
    Event Date : 30.05.2025
    Friday, 30 May 2025               2:30PM                      Ster-Kinekor Brooklyn Mall Fehrsen St, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria Step into a world of wonder as Charles Dickens brings the story of Jesus Christ to life like never before—through imagination, heart, and stunning animation! Join us for a special screening at Ster-Kinekor Brooklyn Mall — an unforgettable cinematic experience that reimagines the greatest story ever told. Don’t miss it! The King of Kings (2025) Set in 19th-century London, the story begins with Charles Dickens (voiced by Kenneth Branagh) attempting to perform a reading of A Christmas Carol, only to be interrupted by his imaginative son, Walter, and their cat, Willa. He begins telling his son Walter the story of a true king—Jesus Christ. As Dickens narrates, Walter and his cat Willa are swept into a vivid, imaginative retelling of Jesus’ life, witnessing His birth, teachings, miracles, crucifixion, and resurrection. Director, Screenwriter and Producer: Jang Seong-Ho Seong-ho “Jay” Jang is one of the most respected filmmakers in Korea and an unparalleled pioneer in the visual effects realm. The King of Kings, which took 10 years to develop, is Jang’s most deeply personal project to date, a rich, vibrant and world-changing story that has allowed him to reach his peak of passionate filmmaking. The film is produced by Korea’s Mofac Studio, where Jang serves as CEO. DATE Friday, 30 May 2025 TIME 2:30PM VENUE Ster-Kinekor Brooklyn Mall (📍 Address: Fehrsen St, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/BBr2Y7FHGJKMGuxN8 *required *Registration opens on Tuesday, 20 May 2025 at 2 PM. For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr