Bellevue Korean Culture Meetup Group

Mon, Nov 17 · 7:00 PM PST

[KOREAN AUTHOR - BOOK TALK] Jinwoo Park with Elaine U. Cho — 'Oxford Soju Club'

Third Place Books Ravenna, 6504 20th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, US

Jinwoo Park with Elaine U. Cho — 'Oxford Soju Club' Tickets, Mon, Nov 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite

When a North Korean spymaster is murdered in Oxford, the only Korean restaurant in town becomes the center of an intelligence showdown.

## Ticket

Free - RSVP through the link

## Date and time

Monday, November 17, 2025
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm PST

## Location

Third Place Books Ravenna
6504 20th Avenue Northeast Seattle, WA 98115

## About this event

Arts • Literary Arts
Third Place Books welcomes writer and translator Jinwoo Park to our Ravenna store for a conversation about his novel Oxford Soju Club — a tale of diasporic identity and survival wrapped up in a deftly crafted spy thriller. Jinwoo will be joined in conversation by Elaine U. Cho, author of Ocean's Godori.

This event is free and open to the public. For important updates, RSVP is highly recommended in advance. This event will include a public signing and time for audience Q&A. Sustain our author series by purchasing a copy of the featured books!

Sun, Nov 30 · 7:00 PM PST

[KOREAN TRADITIONAL DANCE] Narae 2025: Bi Sang - Together We Soar

S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium - Benaroya Hall, 200 University Street, Seattle, WA, US

Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium - Benaroya Hall, 200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101-3428
Ticket: donation based (please RSVP)

Title: Narae 2025: Bi Sang - Together We Soar | Seattle Symphony

Morning Star Korean Cultural Center, in proud partnership with the Greater Seattle Korean Association and the Korean American Day Celebration Foundation, presents:

Narae 2025: 비상 Bisang (飛上) – Together We Soar

Narae 2025 is a landmark Korean American cultural celebration that brings communities together under the wings of Narae—meaning “Wings.” Through breathtaking performances, immersive storytelling, and world-class artistry, audiences will journey through a dynamic tapestry of sound and movement. This showcase of Korean heritage promises an unforgettable experience that rises, resonates, and soars.

This year’s program features special collaborations with Choral Arts Northwest and internationally renowned performers, highlighting the Pacific Northwest’s finest in Korean dance and music.

Tue, Jan 6, 2026 · 7:00 PM PST

Korean Movie Night - No Other Choice "어쩔 수가 없다"

Location not specified yet

The release date for the film is currently unknown, but there are indications it may be in December in the United States. Unfortunately, I won't be available then, so I'm scheduling our movie night for Tuesday, January 6. I will update the date as more information becomes available.

No Other Choice - Wikipedia

"No Other Choice" is a satirical black comedy thriller directed by Park Chan-wook. This 2025 South Korean film follows Man-soo, a seasoned paper industry expert whose life takes a dark turn after being laid off. As he struggles to find a new job to support his family, desperation leads him to a rival company where he faces humiliation. In a shocking twist, Man-soo decides to eliminate his competition, setting off a chain of events that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Premiering at the Venice International Film Festival and selected as South Korea's entry for the Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards, this film promises to be a gripping exploration of desperation and moral dilemmas.

Tue, Jan 20, 2026 · 7:30 PM PST

[K-MUSIC] An Evening with Seong-Jin Cho in Recital

S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium - Benaroya Hall, 200 University Street, Seattle, WA, US

Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium - Benaroya Hall, 200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101-3428
Ticket: varies

Title: An Evening with Seong-Jin Cho in Recital | Seattle Symphony

Dazzling pianist Seong-Jin Cho returns to the Benaroya Hall stage for a solo recital that showcases the Romantic sound worlds of Chopin, Schumann and more.

With an overwhelming talent and innate musicality, Seong-Jin Cho has made his mark as one of the consummate talents of his generation and most distinctive artists on the current music scene. His thoughtful and poetic, assertive and tender, virtuosic and colorful playing can combine panache with purity and is driven by an impressive natural sense of balance.