
KOREA–U.S. WRITERS EXCHANGE

KOREAN STORYTELLING AND ITS GLOBAL APPEAL
Join writers from Korea and the U.S. for an intimate conversation exploring Korean storytelling from both Korean and U.S. perspectives and examining what makes it resonate with audiences across cultures.
From building memorable characters and emotional connections to navigating the creative process, hear firsthand how writers approach their craft and explore the ideas and experiences behind the global appeal of K-dramas and Korean content.
Featuring two Korean writers and two U.S. writers, this exchange brings together aspiring writers, students, emerging creatives, and industry professionals to gain new perspectives on storytelling, exchange ideas, and connect across the Korean and U.S. creative industries.
Discover what’s next for Korean storytelling.
DATE & TIME
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
LOCATION
Korea Center
5509 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
MEET THE WRITERS

LANA CHO
Writer & Producer
American Born Chinese (Disney+) · I Know What You Did Last Summer (Amazon Prime Video) · Four Weddings and a Funeral (Hulu)

KYLE JARROW
Writer & Producer
(Tony Nominee & Obie Award Winner)
Star Trek: Discovery (Paramount+) · Purple Hearts (Netflix) · The SpongeBob Musical (Broadway)

SANG-HO OH
Screenwriter
Taxi Driver (SBS) · The Manipulated (Disney+) · The Roundup: Punishment (Film)

YOO-DAM SHIN
Screenwriter
Marry My Husband (tvN / Prime Video) · Awaken (tvN)
MODERATED BY

HYEJIN LEE
Professor
USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
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