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Ballerino Jeon Min-chul becomes fifth Korean to win Grand Prix at YAGP

Korean ballerino Jeon Min-chul won the Grand Prix at the 2025 Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), which concluded on Sunday. He is the fifth Korean dancer ever to win the Grand Prix at the competition.

2025-04-28

Actor Chae Si-ra to make debut as dancer in play 'Pure Heart'

Actor Chae Si-ra is set to make her debut as a dancer in the traditional performance play “Pure Heart” at the National Jeongdong Theater of Korea in Jung District, central Seoul, next month.

2025-04-25

'It just happened' for Cheeze's Dalchong with 2nd full solo album

Cheeze, now a solo act of Dalchong, has released her second full-length solo album, "It just happened."

2025-04-24

ABT's 'From Classic to Contemporary' ballet festival to feature four Korean stars

Seoul's ballet season features diverse performances, highlighting exciting productions by Universal Ballet, Korea National Ballet, ABT and the Royal Ballet.

2025-04-24

Yunchan Lim hits all the right notes with record-breaking BBC Music Magazine Awards wins

Pianist Yunchan Lim took home three awards at the 20th BBC Music Magazine Awards on Wednesday for his recording of Chopin’s “Études Opp. 10 and 25” (2024).

2025-04-24

Le Sserafim leaves dark past behind to light up Inspire Arena for 'Easy Crazy Hot' tour

Despite some difficult moments in 2024, Le Sserafim has made it to the other side. And the group isn't just arriving — it's thriving.

2025-04-21

Of love, peace and BTS: Coldplay 'sings magic for every heart' in Korea

Coldplay's timely return to Korea came with a dynamic performance that reflected a country in flux and a people who just want to love.

2025-04-18

Coldplay collaborates with Twice on new Korean version of 'We Pray'

A new version of British band Coldplay's hit single “We Pray” (2024), featuring K-pop girl group Twice singing in Korean, was released globally on Friday.

2025-04-18

Girl group UNIS's new EP 'Swicy' brings the sweetness and the spice

Following Korea's sweet-and-spicy culinary trend with the infamous tteokbokki and the exotic gochujang cookie is girl group UNIS, back with its second EP “Swicy.”

2025-04-15

Seoul Spring Festival's mission to make chamber music more accessible in Korea

The Seoul Spring Festival of Chamber Music celebrates its 20th anniversary, aiming to promote chamber music in Korea. The festival features a diverse range of performances, including lesser-known works and performers, from April 22 to May 4.

2025-04-14