The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and the South Korean entertainment powerhouse CJ ENM are joining forces to present a special cultural celebration: \"K-Culture Night at Academy Museum with KCON.\" This unique event, scheduled for July 31, commemorates the 13th anniversary of the K-pop festival KCON and CJ ENM's 30th year of operations. It represents a key milestone in the ongoing three-year collaboration between the Academy Museum and CJ ENM, a partnership established earlier this year to highlight the global influence of Korean cinematic and musical arts.

Set within the prestigious David Geffen Theater at the Academy Museum, \"K-Culture Night\" promises an evening filled with captivating performances and appearances by prominent figures in the Korean entertainment industry. The esteemed American-Korean singer Eric Nam will host the proceedings, guiding attendees through a program that includes acclaimed dancer Choi Hojong, dynamic K-pop artists Lee Youngji and P1Harmony, and the rising J-pop girl group Is:sue. Additionally, Yim Siwan, known for his role in the globally acclaimed series Squid Game, is set to make a special appearance, further bridging the worlds of K-drama and K-pop. All featured artists are also slated to perform at the upcoming KCON festival, making this event a thrilling prelude to the larger celebration.

This partnership between the Academy Museum and CJ ENM commenced with the successful \"Director's Inspiration: Bong Joon Ho\" exhibition, which debuted in March and offered an insightful exploration into the creative genius behind the Oscar-winning film Parasite. The continued collaboration underscores a shared commitment to promoting Korean culture and its impact on the global entertainment landscape.

Following \"K-Culture Night,\" KCON, recognized as the premier K-pop festival worldwide, will descend upon downtown Los Angeles from August 1 to August 3. The festival will span the Los Angeles Convention Center and the Crypto.com Arena, offering K-Pop enthusiasts an unparalleled opportunity to witness a diverse array of their favorite artists live. The star-studded lineup for this year's KCON includes formidable acts such as HxW (featuring Hoshi and Woozi from Seventeen), NCT 127, Aespa, Monsta X, Key, IVE, NMIXX, and Zerobaseone. Other notable performers gracing the stage will be Baby DONT Cry, Riize, Hwasa, Meovv, Nowz, Idid, Izna, Jackson Wang, J-pop sensation JO1, Roy Kim, (G)I-DLE's Yuqi, AllDay Project, Cravity, and Kep1er. The festival promises an immersive experience into the vibrant world of K-pop, although previously announced group Kiss of Life will no longer be attending.

This collaboration between a leading cultural institution and a major entertainment company signifies a growing recognition of Korean cultural exports on the global stage. It aims to deepen appreciation for the rich tapestry of Korean arts, from its groundbreaking cinema to its influential music, fostering a stronger connection between East and West through shared cultural experiences.