This September, the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in the Philippines will be showcasing two events that highlight Hangeul, the Korean alphabet, and its lasting impact on modern literature.
Hangeul Design Project
From Sept. 6 to Feb. 28 next year, the KCC will hold the "Hangeul Design Project: Reinterpreting Hangeul in the Modern Era" that will allow visitors to explore Hangeul's timelessness and its modern-day interpretations.
Held in partnership with the National Hangeul Museum, the exhibit is a tribute to the 75 years of friendship between Korea and the Philippines.
It aims to spark a deeper interest among Filipinos in Korean culture by showcasing Hangeul in various art forms. From traditional calligraphy to contemporary art, the exhibit will highlight the adaptability of Hangeul, which was created in 1443, to convey new ideas and knowledge across different mediums.
One of the exhibit's highlights is the integration of Hangeul with other foreign languages, offering an engaging and accessible perspective on the Korean alphabet. The exhibit is free and open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The KCC also organized a series of performances and workshops to enhance the experience.
On Sept. 6, 3:30 p.m., a special traditional performance will take place in the exhibit hall, followed by a calligraphy workshop series starting in October and running until February.
Those interested in the workshops can visit Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (Facebook) or @kccphil (Instagram) for more details on how to join.
Conversations with Park Sang Young, author of “Love in the Big City”
The author of the novel “Love in the Big City,” which will have a movie adaptation starring Kim Go-eun and Noh Sang-hyun, will be coming to the Philippines.
KCC is bringing author Park Sang Young to the Philippines. “Love in the Big City” was included in the 2022 International Booker Prize longlist.
Park Sang Young (Instagram)
"Love in the Big City" (Instagram)
Kim Go-eun (right) and Noh Sang-hyun in the movie adaptation of "Love in the Big City" (Instagram)
From Sept. 11 to 15, KCC, in partnership with National Book Store, will participate in the Manila International Book Fair at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay.
Park Sang Young will hold a meet-and-greet and book signing on Sept. 14, allowing fans to interact with the acclaimed author.
On Sept. 13, a special "Conversations with the Author" event will take place at the Rizal Library of Ateneo de Manila University. The intimate session will allow readers to delve into the themes of love, identity, and urban life that permeate Park Sang Young's work.
Interested participants can register for this event at bit.ly/ConversationsWithParkSangYoung.