By John Redmond
V-Day Seoul will host two events to raise money for the Korean Unwed Mothers and Families Association (KUMFA) this weekend.
There will be a free screening of “Until the Violence Stops,” at PLATOON KUNSTHALLE, a performance space in Gangnam, on March 12 at 8 p.m.
This empowering and heartbreakingly funny film documents how Eve Ensler's play, “The Vagina Monologues,” spawned a worldwide phenomenon known as V-Day, a global movement to stop violence against women and girls.
“Until the Violence Stops” explores localized cultural issues with global relevance. Personal stories are explored through emotionally-charged interviews and readings. Collectively, mothers, daughters, celebrities and even repentant abusers demonstrate the power of positive change.
Since its inception in 2007, V-Day Seoul has generated awareness and raised funds in support of several other organizations including the Korea Women’s Hotline, Dasi Hamkee Center and the Marriage Migrants Network of the Seoul Immigration Office at the Ministry of Justice.
The evening will be completely bilingual as is the documentary. The screening will be followed by a question and answer session.
For directions to the venue log on to https://www.kunsthalle.com/contact.
In Itaewon on the same day, “FRILLS and THRILLS Burlesque Revue” will be held at Bedlam. Beginning at 10 p.m., the event includes dancing, inspired costumes and hula hoops.
There is a cover charge of 10,000 won that includes a free drink. There will also be bonus jell-o shots for the first 100 guests to arrive. Proceeds from this event will benefit KUMFA.
For more information about V-Day Seoul, check out https://vdayseoul.com/.
To get to Bedlam, leave Itaewon station, Line 6, exit 3, and walk away from the Hamilton Hotel. Bedlam is next to Taco Bell.