The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden is pleased to present a special lecture series exploring Korean history and contemporary society with Dr. Anders Karlsson, Senior Lecturer in Korean Studies at SOAS, University of London. Through Korean cinema, this series examines power struggles and family relationships during the Joseon dynasty, as well as class inequality and gender roles in contemporary South Korean society. Each lecture connects the stories portrayed in the films with their broader historical and social contexts, offering participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Korean history and culture. ■ Event Information ●Dates: Wednesday, 4 November – Friday, 6 November 2026 ●Time: 17:30–19:00 each day ●Venue: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden ●Admission: Free ●Who can attend? Anyone interested in Korean history, cinema, and culture ●Registration:  ●https://bron.events/events/cmvf5lu270004s80e5m1t9eg1 ■ Lecture Schedule and Topics 1. The Tragic Death of a Young King: Power Struggles in 14th–15th Century Joseon ●Date and Time: Wednesday, 4 November 2026, 17:30–19:00 ●Featured Film: The King’s Warden (2026) ●About the Lecture: Explore the political struggles of early Joseon, focusing on Prince Suyang’s coup, known as the Gyeyujeongnan, and the forced abdication and death of King Danjong. 2. Strong King or Loving Father? Confucian Ideals and Broken Family Relations ●Date and Time: Thursday, 5 November 2026, 17:30–19:00 ●Featured Film: The Throne (2015) ●About the Lecture: Examine the tragic relationship between King Yeongjo and Crown Prince Sado, exploring family relationships within the Joseon royal court, Confucian values, and the conflict between the roles of king and father. 3. Class and Gender in Contemporary South Korea ●Date and Time: Friday, 6 November 2026, 17:30–19:00 ●Featured Films: Parasite (2019) and Kim Ji-young, Born 1982 (2019) ●About the Lecture: Explore class inequality, gender roles, and how social structures influence individual lives in contemporary South Korean society through these two acclaimed films. ■ About the Lecturer Dr. Anders Karlsson is a Senior Lecturer in Korean Studies at SOAS, University of London, and a specialist in Korean history. His research focuses on the legal, social, and political history of the Joseon dynasty. He has also translated Korean literature with his co-translator Okkyoung Park, including works by Nobel Prize-winning author Han Kang. Join us for this special lecture series and discover how Korean cinema offers fresh perspectives on the country's history, society, and culture!

The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden is hosting a workshop and a public seminar with a professional pansori artist, offering participants the opportunity to learn the basics of pansori and experience the emotions and rhythms at the heart of this traditional Korean art form. No previous experience with Korean traditional music is needed. Everyone is welcome to join, learn, and experience the unique expressive style and charm of Korean traditional performing arts! Registration: https://bron.events/events/cmv9rmwk803bksl0e43zm03ib 1. Learn the Basics of Pansori – Workshop Series Learn the fundamentals of pansori, including vocal techniques, breathing, and traditional Korean rhythms known as jangdan. Across ten sessions, participants will explore four key elements of pansori and practise singing Jindo Arirang and Sarangga, a famous song from the pansori story Chunhyangga. In the final session, participants will have the opportunity to wear hanbok(traditional Korean clothing) and showcase what they have learned. -Dates: Monday, 2 November – Friday, 13 November 2026 -Time: 19:00–20:30, Monday to Friday (10 sessions, 15 hours in total) -Venue: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden -Admission: Free -Who can attend? : Everyone is welcome, from complete beginners to those with previous pansori experience. 2. Five Speeds of Emotion: The Rhythm of Pansori – Public Seminar What emotions and stories can be expressed through the rhythms of pansori? In this seminar, participants will discover five traditional pansori rhythms, ranging from the slow jinyangjo to the fast hwimori. Through clapping, vocal exercises, and other interactive activities, participants will experience the distinctive characteristics of each rhythm and how changes in tempo shape the music's expression. -Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026 -Time: 13:00–14:30 -Venue: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden -Admission: Free -Who can attend? : Anyone interested in Korean traditional music and performing arts. ※About the Artist Soo-hyun Moon is a pansori artist specialising in Korean traditional music. She has won the Grand Prize at national Korean traditional music competitions three times, including in 2021 and 2026. She graduated at the top of her class from Chung-Ang University's College of Korean Traditional Music and holds a master's degree in Korean Music. With nearly 20 years of teaching experience, she has spent more than a decade teaching pansori to international learners in English. Her artistic experience includes residencies at Art Omi in New York and Azala in Spain. She has also explored new possibilities for pansori through collaborations with contemporary dance and electronic music artists, as well as through the German project *Pansori Prisms*. 3. Additional Information -All programs are free of charge. -The workshop series and public seminar can be registered for and attended separately. -No previous experience with Korean traditional music is required. ※Register here: https://bron.events/events/cmv9rmwk803bksl0e43zm03ib We look forward to welcoming you to discover the expressive power of pansori through voice, rhythm, and storytelling!

Explore the evolving relationship between Korean culture, art and the global luxury industry. This three-part lecture series explores Korea's growing influence on the international cultural and art scene, from global luxury brands and Seoul's major art fairs to the contemporary reinterpretation of Korean heritage. Session 1: Artifying Luxury: How Global Brands Engage with Culture in Korea - 3 October 2026 (Saturday), 13:00–14:30 Session 2: The Seoul Art Week: Korea's Art Fair & Cultural Ecosystem - 10 October 2026 (Saturday), 13:00–14:30 Session 3: Modern Heritage: Tradition & Innovation in Contemporary Korea - 15 October 2026 (Thursday), 18:00–19:30 **Participants may attend any or all sessions. Venue: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden Registration : https://bron.events/event/cmucns6f10012se0drwec9ter Instructor : Dominika Kustosz-Lee Dominika Kustosz-Lee is Honorary Strategic Advisor for Arts, Culture & Heritage at the Korean Cultural Center in Sweden, as well as a researcher and speaker specializing in luxury, art and culture in Korea. She holds an Executive Master in Luxury Management from SDA Bocconi in Milan and has professional experience in the luxury and art markets. A resident of Korea for 17 years and a Korean citizen since 2020, she holds degrees in Korean Studies and Ethnolinguistics from Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland, as well as a degree in Western Painting from Ewha Womans University in Seoul, where she studied as a recipient of the Korean Government Scholarship.

Immerse yourself in the sounds of Korea through the gayageum! Learn the basics of the gayageum, a traditional Korean zither, and experience Korean music through a selection of traditional and contemporary songs. No previous experience is required. Participants will learn basic playing techniques and explore Korean music through the following songs: * Arirang (아리랑) * You and Me (너영나영) – Jeju folk song * Autumn Morning (가을아침) – IU * Eolssiguya (얼씨구야) – Korean subway music Dates: 3, 10, 24 & 31 October 2026 (Saturdays) Time: 10:00–12:00 Venue: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden Eligibility: Open to anyone interested in learning the gayageum Number of Participants: 5 Registration : https://bron.events/event/cmucn3mo60007sb0d1ih8w4i7 Instructor : Chaeyeon Lee (이채연) Chaeyeon Lee graduated from Korea National University of Arts in Korea, where she studied Korean traditional music and gayageum. She has studied the gayageum since 2010. She also studied contemporary traditional music and fine arts at the University of Gothenburg as an exchange student. She has performed at various venues and events in Sweden, including Blå Stället, Kungsträdgården and Gothia Towers.

The King Sejong Institute at the Korean Cultural Center in Sweden is now accepting applications for the 2026 Fall Semester Korean Language Courses. This semester offers a variety of courses, ranging from Hangeul Introduction for complete beginners to regular Sejong Korean courses at different levels, as well as special courses for intermediate and advanced learners, including Korean through Media and Korean through Traditional Folktales. Join us this fall to improve your Korean language skills while learning more about Korean culture. Application Period: Friday, Aug. 7 –  until each course reaches capacity Course Period: Aug. 31 – Dec. 11, 2026 (Course dates vary by class.) Class Location : Korean Cultural Center in Sweden (Kungsholmsgatan 23, 112 27 Stockholm) **All classes are conducted in person at the Korean Cultural Center in Sweden. How to Apply: Please log in with your Google account and complete the application form using the link below. https://forms.gle/KzAWCuC4zqbwPRHH9 Please refer to the attached file for detailed information on the course schedule and tuition fees.