Six Reasons Why K-Drama And K-Pop Fans Should Attend KCON

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On July 9, the organizers of KCON USA announced the addition of K-Drama star Kim Soo Hyun and the inclusion of a KOCCA sponsored workshop to the lineup of KCON LA. Hallyu fans opportunity to see the "Producer" star in the United States along with top K-pop acts including Super Junior, GOT7, AOA, Shinhwa, Block B, Sistar, Red Velvet, Roy Kim, Monsta X, Zion.T and Crush. 

Kim Soo Hyun will be joined by Korean-American star Daniel Henney, who captured the hearts of audiences with "My Lovely Sam Soon." "The Mazer Runner" star Ki Hong Lee will also be present at KCON LA, along with Son Ho Jun of "Reply 1994." 

KCON LA will be held in Downtown Los Angeles from July 31 through August 2, at the Staples Center and the Convention Center. 

KCON NY will follow KCON LA on August 8 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The one-day event will provide Hallyu enthusiasts with the opportunity to attend workshops and see live performances by Girls' Generation, AOA, VIXX and Teen Top. 

Ticket and scheduling information can be found on the website for KCON USA

Here are six reasons to attend KCON 2015. 

1.  The opportunity to see acting idols from groups like Super Junior, Girls' Generation, AOA, Shinhwa and GOT7.

2. Kim Soo Hyun, Daniel Henney and appearances from Korean actors.

3. All That K-Drama workshop featuring "My Love from the Stars" screenwriter Park Ji Eun and "Master's Sun" television director, Jin Hyuk.  

4. Interactive exhibits from top television networks and companies.

5. The excitement of attending the televised, Mnet Countdown concerts. 

6. The opportunity to meet and mingle with other Hallyu fans. 

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About the writer: Adrienne Stanley is a contributing editor for KDramastars. She is also a contributing writer for KpopStarz, MTV Iggy, Viki and CJ Entertainment's KCON blog. Her passions include a love of K-pop and Asian drama. When she is not writing, she is hanging out on Twitter (@retrogirladdy).

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