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Feature: BamBam Finds His Way Back Home with his First Thai Album HOMETOWN

by Alyson Eng — October 13, 2025

For over a decade, BamBam has stood at the crossroads of cultures.

Feature: DaYoung Redefines Herself with “body” and a Confident Solo Era

by Alyson Eng — October 13, 2025

After nearly a decade lighting up the stage as part of the K-pop girl group, WJSN (Cosmic Girls), DaYoung is stepping into the spotlight alone, and she’s doing it with fire.

BroadwayWorld My Shows Announces Badges & Points While Celebrating First 10K Reviews

by BWW Staff — October 1, 2025

BroadwayWorld announced today that its new My Shows platform has surpassed 10,000 user reviews since its launch.

j-hope's HOPE ON THE STAGE THE MOVIE Coming to Cinemas in November

by Josh Sharpe — October 1, 2025

Following the global live broadcast of j-hope’s concert from Osaka in May, Trafalgar Releasing will bring j-hope Tour 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' THE MOVIE to cinemas around the globe on Wednesday, November 12 and Saturday, November 15.

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Returns to South Korea With 10th Anniversary Production and Film Adaptation

by Stephi Wild — September 16, 2025

Following the success of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway, the musical is going back to its roots, with a new Korean production as well as the show's film adaptation heading to Korean cinemas.

K-Pop Group JUSTB Launches Crowdfunding Campaign For New Album

by Stephi Wild — September 15, 2025

On the heels of their latest single 'Too Late', K-pop group JUSTB are currently preparing for the release of their 5th mini album 'Snow Angel' and have launched a crowdfunding campaign to help get the album production underway.

South Korea Expands 2026 Budget With Major Boosts for Trade and K-Culture

by Joshua Wright — September 3, 2025

South Korea will more than double its trade response budget and increase support for cultural exports in 2026, with funds targeting tariff negotiations with the U.

BroadwayWorld Launches My Shows: A New Way to Track and Share Your Theatre Journey

by BWW Staff — September 2, 2025

BroadwayWorld introduces MyShows, a new feature that lets you track shows you’ve seen, rate productions, share reviews, and connect with friends.

Video: Amber Ardolino Performs 'New Money' in THE GREAT GATSBY in South Korea

by Stephi Wild — September 2, 2025

An all new video has been released giving fans a first look at 'New Money' from The Great Gatsby in South Korea! The performance features Amber Ardolino as Jordan Baker.

Ji Chang-wook, NTX, and BINI to Headline IAM Worldwide's 8th Anniversary Show

by Gilbert Kim Sancha — August 27, 2025

A star-studded triumvirate of Korean and Filipino talent is set to electrify the SM Mall of Asia Arena as IAM Worldwide celebrates its eighth anniversary with a show titled 'DOMIN8' on October 19, 2025.

TRISTAN AND ISOLDE Comes to the Korean National Opera in December

by Stephi Wild — August 25, 2025

Tristan and Isolde is coming to the Korean National Opera in December.

Photos: Inside ENHYPEN's WALK THE LINE U.S. Tour Finale in Los Angeles

by Josh Sharpe — August 18, 2025

K-pop group ENHYPEN has officially wrapped the U.

Interview: Rising K-Pop Boy Group 82Major Talks KCON, Waterbomb, Touring, and More!

by Stephi Wild — August 5, 2025

I had a chance to briefly chat with 82Major ahead of their performance on the KCON X Stage on Saturday, August 2.

Photos: Park Seo-joon Charms Fans at 'Fit for Any Role' Event

by Oliver Oliveros — July 27, 2025

Top South Korean actor Park Seo-joon thrilled his Filipino fans at the 'Fit for Any Role: The Ultimate Fan Fest' held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum earlier this month.

PHANTOM, ELISABETH Musicals & More to Debut on Disney+ in South Korea Next Month

by Joshua Wright — July 22, 2025

Six EMK musicals - Elisabeth, Phantom, Monte Cristo, The Man Who Laughs, Xcalibur, and Marie Antoinette - will premiere on Disney+ Korea in August, expanding access to Korean stage productions.

Jerry Mitchell and Helen Park Developing Musical Adaptation of Korean Film DANCING QUEEN

by Joshua Wright — July 22, 2025

CJ ENM is adapting the hit 2012 film Dancing Queen into a stage musical with Tony-winning Broadway creatives, planning a 2027 premiere in Korea ahead of international expansion.

RIIZE Sets 2025 Concert Tour in North America

by Josh Sharpe — July 17, 2025

The K-pop group RIIZE is launching their first major North American tour, 2025 RIIZE CONCERT TOUR [RIIZING LOUD] IN NORTH AMERICA, this fall.

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by Team BWW — July 14, 2025

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Hue Park Reveals Broadway Version of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Could Play Korea in 2028

by Joshua Wright — July 9, 2025

Hue Park, writer of Maybe Happy Ending, discussed his Tony wins and upcoming Korean revival during a press conference in Seoul, according to The Korea Times.

Interview: K-Pop Rookie Boy Group AHOF Talks Debut, Future Plans, and More

by Stephi Wild — July 3, 2025

The new K-Pop rookie boy group, AHOF (아홉), just debuted earlier this week and is already taking the world by storm.

Seoul Performing Arts Festival Set For This Year

by Stephi Wild — June 30, 2025

In 2025, Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels presents nine shows in collaboration with the Seoul Performing Arts Festival as part of the Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels Festival in Seoul.

K-Pop Spotlight: WONHO Releases New English Single, 'Better Than Me'

by Stephi Wild — June 27, 2025

K-pop solo artist WONHO has released his next English single, 'Better Than Me,' which is inspired by Western boybands like NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys.

G-Dragon Unveils North American and European Dates of 2025 World Tour

by Josh Sharpe — June 16, 2025

Global music icon and cultural trailblazer G-DRAGON has officially unveiled the North American and European legs of his highly anticipated 2025 world tour.