RETOPIA SALON en_US PRN Asia RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, Launches U.S. Global Auditions to Discover Next-Generation K-Pop Stars 2026-04-14 23:00:00 RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, Launches U.S. Global Auditions to Discover Next-Generation K-Pop Stars The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: USA & CANADA" across May and June. The large-scale global project aims to select the final members for RETOPIA SALON's first boy group, scheduled to debut in 2027, while also identifying talent for a future girl group launch. The U.S. audition schedule is as follows (local time): * May 29 (Fri) — Orange County, California (BBCat Afterschool) * May 30 (Sat) — Los Angeles, California (NK Dance Studio & Eulogia's Studio) * May 30 (Sat) — Orange County, California (STAGE X STUDIO) * June 2 (Tue) — Honolulu, Hawaii (Honolulu Dance Studio) Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate, regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of the following categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting. "Under our vision, 'Make Dreams Real,' RETOPIA SALON is committed to nurturing the next generation of artists based on our experience in the entertainment industry," said Bang Woo Jung, CEO of RETOPIA SALON. "Through this global audition, we look forward to discovering talented individuals and hope it will serve as a meaningful first step for those aspiring to perform on the global stage." In addition to the United States, RETOPIA SALON is conducting global auditions across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), and Canada (Toronto). Further details about the audition are available via RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and local partner academies. https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/ About RETOPIA SALON RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by industry leaders formerly of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), Chief Creative Officer Kim Serene (former VP at HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and Chief Operating Officer Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio). Drawing on their experience contributing to BTS's global success, the company is engaged in artist management and content production, with its first project focused on launching a new boy group in 2027. RETOPIA SALON has also participated in content production for projects such as BTS Jin's YouTube variety showRun Jin and the original series Are You Sure?! Season 2 featuring Jimin and Jung Kook, attracting strong attention both within and beyond the industry. ]]> LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RETOPIA SALON, an entertainment company founded by key former HYBE executives behind the global success of BTS, has announced the launch of its U.S. global audition tour to discover the next generation of K-pop group members.

RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, Launches U.S. Global Auditions to Discover Next-Generation K-Pop Stars
RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, Launches U.S. Global Auditions to Discover Next-Generation K-Pop Stars

The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: USA & CANADA" across May and June. The large-scale global project aims to select the final members for RETOPIA SALON's first boy group, scheduled to debut in 2027, while also identifying talent for a future girl group launch.

The U.S. audition schedule is as follows (local time):

  • May 29 (Fri) — Orange County, California (BBCat Afterschool)
  • May 30 (Sat) — Los Angeles, California (NK Dance Studio & Eulogia's Studio)
  • May 30 (Sat) — Orange County, California (STAGE X STUDIO)
  • June 2 (Tue) — Honolulu, Hawaii (Honolulu Dance Studio)

Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate, regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of the following categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting.

"Under our vision, 'Make Dreams Real,' RETOPIA SALON is committed to nurturing the next generation of artists based on our experience in the entertainment industry," said Bang Woo Jung, CEO of RETOPIA SALON. "Through this global audition, we look forward to discovering talented individuals and hope it will serve as a meaningful first step for those aspiring to perform on the global stage."

In addition to the United States, RETOPIA SALON is conducting global auditions across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), and Canada (Toronto).

Further details about the audition are available via RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and local partner academies.
https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/

About RETOPIA SALON

RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by industry leaders formerly of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), Chief Creative Officer Kim Serene (former VP at HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and Chief Operating Officer Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio).

Drawing on their experience contributing to BTS's global success, the company is engaged in artist management and content production, with its first project focused on launching a new boy group in 2027. RETOPIA SALON has also participated in content production for projects such as BTS Jin's YouTube variety show Run Jin and the original series Are You Sure?! Season 2 featuring Jimin and Jung Kook, attracting strong attention both within and beyond the industry.

]]> RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives Behind BTS's Global Success, to Hold K-POP Auditions in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane This May, "Searching for Members to Debut in 2027" 2026-04-07 06:00:00 RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives Behind BTS’s Global Success, to Hold K-POP Auditions in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane This May, “Searching for Members to Debut in 2027” The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: AUSTRALIA" across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane this May. The audition schedule is as follows: * May 13 – Sydney, IX Dance Studio * May 17 – Melbourne, X-Dance Station and O2 KPOP ACADEMY * May 19 – Brisbane, XPACE STUDIO BRISBANE * May 20 – Gold Coast, YJ DANCE SCHOOL GOLD COAST Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may choose one category to audition in: vocal, rap, dance, or acting. "We aim not only to select the final members of our first boy group set to debut in 2027, but also to discover hidden talent for future girl group projects," said RETOPIA SALON. "We look forward to passionate applicants from around the world who dream of becoming global stars." Beyond Australia, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto). Further details about the auditions can be found via RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and local partner academies: https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/ About RETOPIA SALON RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by industry leaders who were instrumental in driving BTS's global success during their time at HYBE. The founding team includes CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio). Leveraging their extensive industry experience and expertise, the company is engaged in artist management and content production. RETOPIA SALON is currently preparing to debut its first boy group in 2027. The team has also contributed to a range of high-profile content projects, including BTS Jin's YouTube variety showRun Jin and the Disney+ original series Are You Sure?! Season 2 featuring Jimin and Jung Kook, drawing significant attention both within and beyond the industry. ]]> SYDNEY, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RETOPIA SALON, an entertainment company founded by key former executives from HYBE who played a pivotal role in BTS's global success, is launching a search for the next generation of K-pop talent in Australia.

RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives Behind BTS’s Global Success, to Hold K-POP Auditions in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane This May, “Searching for Members to Debut in 2027”
RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives Behind BTS’s Global Success, to Hold K-POP Auditions in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane This May, “Searching for Members to Debut in 2027”

The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: AUSTRALIA" across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane this May. The audition schedule is as follows:

  • May 13 – Sydney, IX Dance Studio
  • May 17 – Melbourne, X-Dance Station and O2 KPOP ACADEMY
  • May 19 – Brisbane, XPACE STUDIO BRISBANE
  • May 20 – Gold Coast, YJ DANCE SCHOOL GOLD COAST

Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may choose one category to audition in: vocal, rap, dance, or acting.

"We aim not only to select the final members of our first boy group set to debut in 2027, but also to discover hidden talent for future girl group projects," said RETOPIA SALON. "We look forward to passionate applicants from around the world who dream of becoming global stars."

Beyond Australia, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto).

Further details about the auditions can be found via RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and local partner academies:
https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/

About RETOPIA SALON

RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by industry leaders who were instrumental in driving BTS's global success during their time at HYBE. The founding team includes CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio).

Leveraging their extensive industry experience and expertise, the company is engaged in artist management and content production. RETOPIA SALON is currently preparing to debut its first boy group in 2027.

The team has also contributed to a range of high-profile content projects, including BTS Jin's YouTube variety show Run Jin and the Disney+ original series Are You Sure?! Season 2 featuring Jimin and Jung Kook, drawing significant attention both within and beyond the industry.

]]> RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Jakarta and Bandung on April 30, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut 2026-03-31 09:00:00 RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Jakarta and Bandung on April 30, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: ASIA" on April 30 at ETERNAL Training Center in Bandung and Jessica STAGE Dance School in Jakarta. Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of four categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting. RETOPIA SALON stated, "We aim to select the final members for our first boy group scheduled to debut in 2027, while also discovering hidden talents for future girl group projects. We look forward to receiving applications from aspiring global stars." In addition to Indonesia, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto). More details about the audition can be found on RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and through local partner academies: https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/ About RETOPIA SALON RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by key former executives of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio). Leveraging their extensive experience and expertise gained during their tenure at HYBE, the company focuses on artist management and content production. As its first major project, RETOPIA SALON is preparing to debut a boy group in 2027. The company has also been involved in producing various high-profile content projects, including BTS JIN's YouTube variety show"Run Jin" and the Disney+ original series"Are You Sure?!" Season 2 featuring JIMIN and JUNG KOOK, drawing significant attention from both the industry and global audiences. ]]> SEOUL, South Korea, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RETOPIA SALON, an entertainment company founded by key former executives from HYBE, will hold K-pop auditions in Indonesia to discover members for its upcoming group.

RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Jakarta and Bandung on April 30, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut
RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Jakarta and Bandung on April 30, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut

The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: ASIA" on April 30 at ETERNAL Training Center in Bandung and Jessica STAGE Dance School in Jakarta.

Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of four categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting.

RETOPIA SALON stated, "We aim to select the final members for our first boy group scheduled to debut in 2027, while also discovering hidden talents for future girl group projects. We look forward to receiving applications from aspiring global stars."

In addition to Indonesia, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto).

More details about the audition can be found on RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and through local partner academies:
https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/

About RETOPIA SALON

RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by key former executives of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio).

Leveraging their extensive experience and expertise gained during their tenure at HYBE, the company focuses on artist management and content production. As its first major project, RETOPIA SALON is preparing to debut a boy group in 2027.

The company has also been involved in producing various high-profile content projects, including BTS JIN's YouTube variety show "Run Jin" and the Disney+ original series "Are You Sure?!" Season 2 featuring JIMIN and JUNG KOOK, drawing significant attention from both the industry and global audiences.

]]> RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Bangkok and Chiang Mai in May, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut 2026-03-31 09:00:00 RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Bangkok and Chiang Mai in May, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: ASIA" across multiple locations: May 1 at ON AIR ACADEMY (Bangkok), May 2 at About P Academy, May 3 at Dandelion and WAVe ACADEMY, May 6 at Gorilla Crew at Studio HUG (Chiang Mai), and May 7 at DANCEWERKS. Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of four categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting. RETOPIA SALON stated, "We aim to select the final members for our first boy group scheduled to debut in 2027, while also discovering hidden talents for future girl group projects. We look forward to receiving applications from aspiring global stars." In addition to Thailand, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto). More details about the audition can be found on RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and through local partner academies: https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/ About RETOPIA SALON RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by key former executives of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio). Leveraging their extensive experience and expertise gained during their tenure at HYBE, the company focuses on artist management and content production. As its first major project, RETOPIA SALON is preparing to debut a boy group in 2027. The company has also been involved in producing various high-profile content projects, including BTS JIN's YouTube variety show"Run Jin" and the Disney+ original series"Are You Sure?!" Season 2 featuring JIMIN and JUNG KOOK, drawing significant attention from both the industry and global audiences. ]]> SEOUL, South Korea, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RETOPIA SALON, an entertainment company founded by key former executives from HYBE, will hold K-pop auditions in Thailand to discover members for its upcoming group.

RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Bangkok and Chiang Mai in May, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut
RETOPIA SALON, Founded by Former HYBE Executives, to Hold K-Pop Auditions in Bangkok and Chiang Mai in May, Seeking Members for 2027 Debut

The company will host the "2026 RETOPIA SALON GLOBAL AUDITION: ASIA" across multiple locations:
May 1 at ON AIR ACADEMY (Bangkok), May 2 at About P Academy, May 3 at Dandelion and WAVe ACADEMY, May 6 at Gorilla Crew at Studio HUG (Chiang Mai), and May 7 at DANCEWERKS.

Applicants born between 2008 and 2014 are eligible to participate regardless of gender or nationality. Participants may apply in one of four categories: vocal, rap, dance, or acting.

RETOPIA SALON stated, "We aim to select the final members for our first boy group scheduled to debut in 2027, while also discovering hidden talents for future girl group projects. We look forward to receiving applications from aspiring global stars."

In addition to Thailand, RETOPIA SALON plans to conduct a large-scale global audition tour across 18 cities worldwide, including Japan (Sendai, Okinawa, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, Chiba, Fukuoka), Indonesia (Jakarta, Bandung), Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane), the United States (Los Angeles, Orange County, Honolulu), and Canada (Toronto).

More details about the audition can be found on RETOPIA SALON's official social media channels and through local partner academies:
https://www.instagram.com/retopia.salon/

About RETOPIA SALON

RETOPIA SALON is an entertainment company founded by key former executives of HYBE, including CEO Bang Woo Jung (former Creative Studio Leader at HYBE Media Studio), CCO Kim Serene (former VP of HYBE LABELS JAPAN), and COO Park Jun Soo (former SP at HYBE Original Content Studio).

Leveraging their extensive experience and expertise gained during their tenure at HYBE, the company focuses on artist management and content production. As its first major project, RETOPIA SALON is preparing to debut a boy group in 2027.

The company has also been involved in producing various high-profile content projects, including BTS JIN's YouTube variety show "Run Jin" and the Disney+ original series "Are You Sure?!" Season 2 featuring JIMIN and JUNG KOOK, drawing significant attention from both the industry and global audiences.

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