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2025-06-18
Event Date :
2025-06-18
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2025-07-19
Saturday, 19 July 2025 11:00-16:00 The Barnyard Theatre Suncoast Suncoast Casino Suncoast Boulevard, Durban Beach, Durban Durban, get ready — the Korean Cultural Centre is bringing the heart of Korea to your city! Join us for an exciting cultural day packed with dynamic performances, traditional activities, and delicious food at Travelling Korea in Durban. Whether you're a K-pop fan, a food lover, or simply curious about Korean culture, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Catch electrifying K-pop dance performances live on stage, explore Korea’s rich heritage through hands-on experiences like calligraphy and hanbok try-ons, and get creative with fun activities including Korean temporary tattoos and Hangeul bracelet-making. Don’t miss the crowd-favourite Quiz Show and Random Play Dance that promise plenty of excitement and prizes! Stroll through our immersive exhibition showcasing Korea’s food, history, and culture — then treat your taste buds to authentic Korean snacks and street food. Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family along for a cultural celebration you won’t want to miss! PROGRAMME • K-POP PERFORMANCES - Performance I: 12PM | Performance II: 3PM • TRADITIONAL EXPERIENCES - Korean Calligraphy | Hanbok | Colouring Korean Masks & Fans • INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES - Quiz Show | Random Play Dance | Korean Temporary Tattoo | Hangeul Bracelet • EXHIBITION - History | Food | Culture • KOREAN FOOD TASTING DATE Saturday, 19 July 2025 TIME 11:00-16:00 VENUE The Barnyard Theatre Suncoast (📍 Address: Suncoast Casino Suncoast Boulevard, Durban Beach, Durban) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/nkpFeEjGzXGUxM5Q9 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
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2025-06-09
Event Date :
2025-06-30
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2025-07-11
30 June - 11 July 2025 Pretoria Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Experience the elegance of Korea’s most iconic dance! Join us at the Korean Cultural Centre for a rare opportunity to learn BUCHAECHUM, the traditional Korean fan dance renowned for its graceful movements and stunning visual formations. Led by a master dancer from Korea’s prestigious National Gugak Center, this two-week workshop will guide participants through the delicate techniques and cultural beauty of this beloved art form. Whether you're a dancer, performer, or simply curious about Korean traditions, this is your chance to experience one of Korea’s most cherished performing arts—right here in Pretoria! KOREAN FAN DANCE 'Buchaechum' Buchaechum, or Korean fan dance, is a graceful and visually stunning traditional dance performed with large, colorful fans. Dancers in vibrant hanbok use delicate, synchronized movements to create flowing patterns that resemble flowers, waves, or butterflies. Rooted in Korea’s shamanistic and court dance traditions, Buchaechum has become one of the most iconic expressions of Korean cultural artistry—celebrated for its elegance, harmony, and symbolic beauty on stages around the world. WORKSHOP • Dates: Monday-Friday, 30 June - 11 July 2025 • Time: 2-4PM • Venue: Korean Cultural Centre • Address: 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria • Fee: Free SHOWCASE • Date: Friday, 11 July 2025 • Time: 4-6PM • Venue: Korean Cultural Centre • Address: 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria • Admission: Free INTRUCTOR KIM TAE-EUN • Member of the Korean National Gugak Center • National Intangible Cultural Property Hakyeonhwadaehapseolmu Completionist REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/nyrr4GfpaiCZmUDf8 *required This programme is organized in partnership with the National Gugak Center of Korea. For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
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Post Date :
2025-06-06
Event Date :
2025-06-25
Wednesday, 23 April 2025 2PM Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Unleash your creativity at the Korean Cultural Centre by painting your own Sotdae (솟대), a traditional Korean wooden sculpture. This workshop offers a fun and relaxed environment to express your unique style while learning about Korean culture. All materials, including a pre-carved Sotdae, will be provided — no carving skills required. Join us for a memorable midweek creative experience! What is a Sotdae (솟대)? A Sotdae (솟대) is a traditional Korean totem pole, typically made of wood and topped with a carved bird. It was traditionally placed at the entrance of villages or homes to ward off evil spirits, invite good luck, and symbolize hopes for peace and prosperity. DATE Wednesday, 25 June 2025 TIME 10AM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/HWfjVpMAfYx6mKuF6 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
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Post Date :
2025-05-08
Event Date :
2025-05-24
Saturday, 24 May 2025 10AM Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Join us for a special workshop celebrating the life and legacy of LEE JUNG-SEOP, a pioneer of modern Korean art. Discover the stories behind his bold, expressive works through an engaging lecture, and create your own foil artwork inspired by his iconic style. Led by Korean artist and educator Sung Jung Won, this hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with one of Korea’s most beloved artists. Spaces are limited—register now to secure your spot! DATE Saturday, 24 May 2025 TIME 10AM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/STRYcHfSCB2vhVB16 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
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2025-04-15
Event Date :
2025-05-07
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2025-06-25
Wednesdays, 7 May - 25 June 2025 16:00-18:00 Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Curious about what truly defines Korean identity? Join us for an 8-week cultural exploration where we unpack Korea's unique values, beliefs, and heritage—through the lens of history, geography, religion, language, and lifestyle. From ancient traditions to contemporary customs, this transformative course offers rare insight into the foundations of Korean society and what continues to shape it today. PROGRAMME • Week 1: Social Value & Religion • Week 2: History • Week 3: Geography • Week 4: Clothing • Week 5: Food • Week 6: Housing • Week 7: Language • Week 8: Special Week DATES Wednesdays, 7 May - 25 June 2025 TIME 16:00-18:00 VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria FEE Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/RwPEk6zjuWYe6sHS9 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr