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The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is hosting a Korean Children's Picture Book Exhibition for children during the summer break. This special exhibition features the works of acclaimed Korean picture book artists, including BAEK Heena and CHOI Deok-kyu, recipients of the Bologna Ragazzi Award, and LEE Suzy, winner of the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award. ■ Event Title: Beyond the Picture Book: Story Playground! ■ Venue: Yas Creative Hub P2, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE, Arirang Hall ■ Dates: August 1 (Friday) – August 22 (Friday), 2025 ■ Exhibition Hours: (Sunday–Thursday) 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Friday) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Saturday) Closed ■ Exhibition Highlights: Free viewing of works by Baek Heena, Lee Suzy, and Choi Deok-kyu, as well as classic Korean folktales and contemporary children’s stories ■ Children’s Activities: Enjoy animations including "Magic Candies" by BAEK Heena, shadow play, coloring activities, Korean folk painting experiences, and more! ■ Event Schedule: https://shorturl.at/VUiIJ ■ Admission: Free *This schedule is subject to change. *Due to limited seats, all worshops will be first come, first served basis. *Jong-i jeobgi(Origami) & Coloring are available all day. *Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a guardian. *Outside the scheduled programs, visitors are free to browse the books at their own pace. No docent is available.

Join us for Space as Medium - In/Visible City—a special panel discussion. This event is organized by Seoul Museum of Art, ADMAF and supported by Korean Cultural Center in Abu Dhabi. The City in the City panel explores the hidden infrastructures shaping urban life—beyond buildings and skylines. Uncover how material and social systems choreograph Gulf cities and the cultural logic beneath their surfaces. Featuring speakers Wael Al Awar and Minouk Lim, moderated by Salem AlSuwaidi Free admission to all. Venue: Manarat al Saadiyat Gallery S, Multi purpose space Date: 20 June 2025 (Fri.) Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Join us for Society as Medium – Objects as Anchors: Material, Narrative, and Memory, a panel discussion. This event is organized by Seoul Museum of Art, ADMAF and supported by Korean Cultural Center in Abu Dhabi.  Exploring how objects, across time and space, anchor communities, identities, and histories through material, memory, and narrative. Featuring artists Sojung Jun and Rand Abdul Jabbar, moderated by Tina Sherwell, Co-Director of the MFA in Art and Media, Associate Arts Professor, NYUAD.   Free admission to all.  Venue: Manarat al Saadiyat Gallery S, Multi purpose space Date: 14 June 2025  Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

In celebration of the 2025 Korean Film Festival, the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present a special K-Movie OST Live Concert. This unique performance reinterprets iconic soundtracks from renowned Korean films - such as "B4-A3" from The Host, "No Path Back" from the Tales of Two Sisters, "The Belt of Faith" from the Parasite - through a fusion of traditional Korean music and contemporary genres. We warmly invite all those who love Korean culture to join us for this unforgettable musical experience. ────────────────────────────────────────────── ▣ Event Title : K-Movie OST Live Concert ▣ Hosted By : Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the UAE ▣ Organized By : Korean Cultural Center in the UAE  ▣ Date & Venue       ① June 21 (Sat) │ 7:30PM - 8:30PM │ Korea 360, Festival City Mall, Dubai       ② June 22 (Sun) │ 7:30PM - 8:30PM │ Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi             ※ In collaboration with the Korean Film Festival 2025 (Concert follows film screening)       ③ June 27 (Fri) │ 7:30PM - 8:30PM │ Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, Dubai                ※ In collaboration with the Korean Film Festival 2025 (Concert follows film screening) ▣ Audience : Open to all who loves Korean culture ▣ Performers : Choi Yeowan Group ▣ Registration : RSVP / https://forms.gle/NurwTrey58mfovuq9 ────────────────────────────────────────────── ▣ Notes 1. Admission is free, but RSVP registration is required for entry and smooth event operation. 2. Photos and videos may be taken during the event for promotional use by the Korean Cultural Center. 3. Korean residents in the UAE are also welcome to attend. ▣ Arists Choi Yeowan Group is a Korean crossover ensemble led by Jeongga (traditional Korean singing style) artist Choi Yeowan, bringing together five artists from traditional and contemporary music scenes. This group presents a fresh reinterpretation of Korean film music, conbining classical OST melodies with traditional Korean musical aesthetics. The group will perform a special reportoire of Korean movie soundtracks rearranged with vocals, Heageum, Piano, Contrabass, and drums. This performance is designed exclusively for the UAE concerts, offering audiences a unique experience where cinematic emotion meets Korean musical heritage. ▪︎Choi Yeowan / Vocal ▪︎Bae Hwan / Keyboardist ▪︎Sung Younyoung / Haegeum (Korean traditional instrument) ▪︎Lee Jaeha / Bassist ▪︎Han Kyungwook / Drummer

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present an amazing Korean performance. As part of our efforts to showcase the richness of Korean performing arts, we are proud to introduce Korean Mime. This unique performance tells the story of a person's life - filled with joy, sorrow, and laughter - without using a single word. We warmly invite you to join us for an evening of silent storytelling that speaks to the heart. □ Performance Title : Korean Mime Performance "Empty Hands" □ Hosted and Organized by : Korean Cultural Center in the UAE □ Date & time : 23th May (Fri) & 24th May (Sat) 7:00PM / 60 min □ Venue : Korean Cultural Center, Abu Dhabi □ Who can attend : Anyone who loves Korean culture □ Performers : Taikun Lee, SungGuk Ryu □ RSVP Registration : https://forms.gle/dPZYFehcpB7rzuDP9 ※ Notice 1. Mime Workshops for children  and youth will be held at 4:00PM on 23th May and 24th May. For more details, please refer to the RSVP page.      RSVP page : https://forms.gle/odYKqN2NcnbvAaEZ9 2. The event is free, but RSVP registration is required for smooth event management. 3. Photos and videos may be taken during the event, which could be used for the promotion of the Korean Cultural Center. 4. Participation is also open to members of the Korean community. □ What is Mime? Mime is a wordless art form that uses body and facial expression to tell stories and express emotions. It brings invisible objects and spaces to life through imagination. Easily understood by all, Mime is loved worldwide. □ About the performers 1. Taikun Lee : A graduate of the École de Mimodrame de Paris Marcel Marceau in France, Taikun Lee has performed on numerous stages, including the Chuncheon Mime Festival and Via Festival, continuing the tradition of Korean mime. He is actively working to share the artistic beauty and significance of mime with wider audiences. 2. SungGook Ryu : Widely recognized as one of Korea's leading mime artists, Sunggook Ryu captivates audiences with his delicate technique and rich expressiveness, revealing the full essence of classical pantomime. Through sincere performances that evoke deeper emotions than words can, he creates silent stories that touch the heart. In 2023, he performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he received an enthusiastic response from audiences around the world.

The Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange, the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE, and the KOCCA(Korea Creative Content Agency) Middle East Business Center have prepared a special performance. Over two days, this event will commemorate the pre-opening of Korea360 and feature a lineup focused on famous Korea drama OST's, including the fusion Gugak(traditional Korean music) group "Queen", top OST vocalist K-WILL, and the "Queen of OST", GUMMY. We look forward to your attendance and interest in this performance at Dubai Korea 360. □ Performance Title : K-Drama OST Live Concert □ Venue : KOREA 360, 1F, Dubai Festival City Mall □ Schedule :       - February 21(Fri) 8:00PM - 9:30PM       - February 22(Sat) 8:00PM - 9:30PM □ Artist Lineup :       - February 21(Fri) : Fusion Gugak Group "Queen", K-WILL       - February 22(Sat) : Fusion Gugak Group "Queen", Gummy □ Admission : Free, on a first-come, first-served basis. / This event aims to promote Korean culture to the local community. Due to limited seating, attendance for Korean nationals is restricted. □ Attendance Checking : Link / This survey is only to check your interest to attend for the K-Drama OST Live Concert. □ Inquiries : koreaseason.uae@gmail.com

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE held a fun summer camp for children on July 15, in partnership with the Media Creative Authority. This camp was made for kids on summer break. It gave them a chance to enjoy culture and learn about media in a fun way. A total of 61 children and 10 teachers joined this event. The day started with a short talk about Korea. After that, the children joined making workshops like making traditional Korean masks and creating Korean keychains. The kids enjoyed making their crafts and showed a lot of focus. Some children wore their handmade masks all day. Next, the kids played a team game called the 'Flipping Game'. It was a simple game, but many kids were very excited and tried hard to win. At the end of the camp, the kids tested Korean banana milk and snacks. This was the laft fun part of the Korean Cultural Center's program. This event was a great example of working together with an important local culture organization. It also helped children learn about Korea in a fun way. The Korean Cultural Center will keep planning more programs like this for kids in the future.

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the UAE and the Korean Cultural Center invite you to the Korean Film Festival 2025, taking place from June 19 to 29, 2025 at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in Dubai. Under the theme of "Music", this year’s festival will feature eight Korean films across various genres, each with captivating stories that are sure to move your heart. The opening film, "Parasite", along with the other selections, explores music either as a central theme or as a powerful cinematic element through outstanding soundtracks that enhance the emotional depth of the films. Special highlights of the festival include a K-Movie OST Live Concert and a Q&A session with the film director. We warmly welcome your participation and interest. We hope this festival will further strengthen cultural exchange between Korea and the UAE, deepening the friendship between our two nations. Dates & Venues Abu Dhabi – Manarat Al Saadiyat: June 19 – 22 Dubai – Mohammed Bin Rashid Library: June 27 – 29 Free Admission *No reservation is required. Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis. Event Info: www.K-FilmFest2025.splashthat.com

Abu Dhabi, 29 April 2025 - On Tuesday, the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE partnered with Zayed University's Korean Club to host the annual Korean Culture Festa, an on-campus celebration designed and led by club members to introduce their classmates to contemporary Korean culture. Running from 11:00 am, the festival featured five intereactive stations hosted by KCC UAE : mother-of-pearl accessory making, Korean name caligraphy, Hanbok experience, Dalgona challenge, Strawberry cordial workshop. With female students forming the majority of attendees, the craft stations, calligraphy corner and Hanbok experience zone quickly became crowd-pleasers, drawing groups of friends who took photos and shared their creation on social media. The convivial group atmosphere added an extra spark to the event. Humour also played a role: one daring student stepped up for the Squid Game-style Dalgona challenge, only to 'crack' under plressure in less than a minute - provoking good-natured laughter from onlookers. Male students were equally intrigued; one first-time participants marvelled at the unfamiliar layers of a traditional Hanbok before snapping keepsake photos in full costume. Building on the success of last year's edition, the festival once again demonstrated the populatiry of Korean culture among Zayed University students. KCC UAE affirmed its commitment to collaborate with local Hallyu clubs and broaden access to Korean cultural experiences across capuses nationwide.

On April 12 (Saturday) and 13 (Sunday), the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE participated in Festival in the Park at Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi, offering hands-on Korean cultural experiences. The Center was invited by the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) to join this family-friendly event, which featured a variety of workshops and live performances designed especially for young children and families. The Korean Cultural Center presented several engaging programs, including a Mother-of-Pearl Mask Scratch Workshop, Tuho (a traditional Korean arrow-throwing game), and Jegichagi (a Korean-style hacky sack game). Among them, the Mother-of-Pearl Mask  Scratch Workshop - introduced for the first time at this event - drew particular attention. Participants designed their own unique masks by scratching off colorful layers inspired by traditional Korean mother-of-pearl inlay. Children expressed their creativity with the help of their guardians and proudly wore their completed masks as they explored the park. Meanwhile, the traditional games of Tuho and Jegichagi received enthusiastic responses from people of all ages. The Tuho game, in particular, brought moments of laughter and friendly competition among families and friends. The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE will continue to collaborate with local cultural institutions to offer enriching experiences that bring Korean culture closer to the hearts of people across the country. 

On Friday, April 11, the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE held a Korean cultural experience event at Korea 360, which recently opened at Dubai Festival City Mall. Korea 360 is the world's second comprehensive Korean culture platform, following its first launch in Indonesia. It offers hands-on experience in various fields leading the Korean Wave, including K-content, culture, fashion, food, and beauty. The platform aims to strengthen cultural and economic exchange and cooperation. During the event, visitors enjoyed programs such as writing their names in Hangeul (the Korean alphabet), trying on Hanbok (traditional Korean clothing), and making Hangeul bracelets. Many participants had fun receiving their names written in Korean and taking photos in Hanbok throughout the venue. In particular, those who joined the Making Hangeul Bracelet activity learned simple Korean words like "Saranghae(I love you)", "Sojunghae(You are precious)", and "Gomawo(Thank you)", and were impressed by the sound and meaning of the Korean language.  Once local female participant shared that she had been eagerly waiting for the opening of Korea 360 - a place where you can experience all aspects of Hallyu in one spot. She also expressed her excitement for future programs to be held there. The Korean Cultural Center will continue to offer diverse cultural programs so that Korean culture can be more accessible and familiar to people from all around the world.

▲ 2025 Our Lunar New Year Event Poster In celebration of the traditional Korean holiday, Lunar New Year, the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is organizing a special event for everyone to enjoy Korean Culture. Various activities and workshops have been prepared to make it easy for you to experience Korean New Year culture. The event will include a workshops on creating New-Year-Goal  and Bokjumeoni. Participants also can enjoy group games - Round and Round - that reinterpret elements from "Squid Game Season 2". The celebration will culminate in a shared tasting of Tteokguk (traditional rice cake soup), allowing participants to gain a deeper appreciation of Korean culture. We look forward to the participation of those who are interested. ■ Event Title : 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration "Our Lunar New Year" ■ Venue : Korean Cultural Center in the UAE  ■ Date and Time : January 30 (Thur) 18:00 - 20:00 ■ Target Audience : Anyone who loves Korean Culture (Unfortunately, we are unable to accept Korean participants) ■ Programs : Round and Round, Making a fortune-pouch, Creating a New Year's goal folding screen, Experiencing traditional Lunar New Year games, Tteokguk experience ■ Registration : RSVP - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfr1GTAvciZ71Wp1gT-3ptyJW7OTeikUpMrAsSxBG-F0Q5RnQ/viewform?usp=sharing ■ Notice 1. This event is free. 2. Participants is limited to those who have received a confirmation email on January 29th (Wed).

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to invite participants to a arts and culture workshops for children.   We will be hosting visual art and movement workshops where participants and adolescents will participate in hands-on visual art and movement activities.   Venue: Multipurpose Hall in the KCC   Time: September 1st, 2025 (Monday) 10:00 -12:00 / 14:00 – 16:00 (1 Day)   Fee: Free   Eligibility: Children & Adolescents aged 6-14 (Parents and guardians of children are welcome to join)   Registration Period: August 18 -August 28, 2025 *Confirmation emails will be sent on August 29.   Registration Link: https://forms.gle/MQ6XKgmnu4fEMo1w9   *Please note that unexcused absences may affect future class enrollments *Photo and video documentation can occur during the class. *Images and videos captured during the workshop may be used by the Korean Cultural Center for broadcasting and promotional purposes.   <Contact> Email: lecture.kccuae@gmail.com    

The Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA), a leading institution recognized for cultivating world-class K-POP artists, is collaborating with the Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates to present the ‘Kpop Academy X DIMA Dream School’ in Abu Dhabi. As the first official K-POP professional workshop in the region, this program offers a unique opportunity to experience Korea’s dynamic music culture through mixed-gender classes open to all eligible participants. We warmly invite your interest and participation. <Program Overview> Date: August 20 (Wed) - 22 (Fri), 2025  Venue: Dee Studio, Abu Dhabi Organized by: Korean Cultural Center in the UAE, Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA) Eligibility: Youth, Adults, and Children (age-specific sessions) *Open to non-Korean participants only Fee: Free of charge Program: K-POP Dance, Vocal, and Video Production Classes Registration: https://forms.gle/1vgApr5DWoe9URQ78        Date Group 13:00–15:00 15:00–16:30 August 20 (Wednesday ) Youth  Dance HUNTR/X – “GOLDEN” BTS – “I NEED YOU” Vocal HUNTR/X – “TAKE DOWN” BTS – “I NEED YOU” August 21 (Thusday) Adults Dance BLACKPINK – “JUMP” Vocal BTS – “Life Goes On” August 22 (Friday) Children Dance SAJA Boys – “SODAPOP” NewJeans – “Super Shy” Video Production     

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to invite participants to a Cheongsachorong (Traditional Korean Lantern) Workshop.   We will be hosting a one-day hanji craft workshop where participants can create their own cheongsachorong a traditional lantern used in Korean celebrations and ceremonies a long time ago.   Venue: Multipurpose Hall (Can be changed to the library) in the KCC   Time: Thursday, August 7, 2025 18:30 – 20:00 (1day)   Fee: Free   Eligibility: Open to individuals aged 14 and above (Excluding Koreans)   Registration Period: July 31 – August 5, 2025 * Confirmation emails will be sent to applicants on August 6.   How to register: https://forms.gle/N1eRdzDzaARWdUiT9   * Please note that unexcused absences may affect future class enrollments.   * Photo and video documentation can occur during the class.   * Images and videos captured during the course may be used by the Korean Cultural Center for broadcasting and promotional purposes.   <Contact> Email: lecture.kccuae@gmail.com

Call for Participants: K-POP Academy 2025 – On the Move The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to announce K-POP Academy 2025 – On the Move, a traveling K-POP workshop program taking place in emirates across the UAE. This one-day experience offers exciting K-POP dance classes for both children and adults. We warmly welcome your participation!   □ Program Overview - Title: K-POP Academy 2025 – On the Move - Locations & Dates: • Al Ain: August 1 (Fri) – August 2 (Sat) • Abu Dhabi: August 3 (Sun), 10 (Sun), 17 (Sun), and 16 (Sat) • Dubai: August 8 (Fri) – August 9 (Sat) - Target Groups: • Kids Class: Ages 7–13 • Adult Class: Ages 14 and above □ Detailed Schedule   Al Ain – La Dolce Vita Date Time Class Type Aug 1 (Fri) 15:00 – 16:30 Adults 17:00 – 18:30 Aug 2 (Sat) 12:00 – 13:30 Kids 14:00 – 15:30 Abu Dhabi – DEE Studio Date Time Class Type Aug 3, 10, 17 (Sun) 12:00 – 13:00 Adults Aug 16 (Sat) 12:00-13:30 Kids 14:00-15:30 Dubai – Dream Center Date Time  Class Type Aug 8 (Fri) 17:00 – 18:30 Adults Aug 9 (Sat) 12:00 – 13:30 Kids 14:00 – 15:30 □ Application Details - Capacity: 30 participants per session - Tuition: Free of charge - How to Apply: Register via the online form https://forms.gle/WNWTcVPDBWME4E8y8  - Participant Notification: Selected participants will be contacted individually 5 days before each session   □ Important Notes - Classes are divided by age group. Applications outside the eligible age range may be restricted. - Photos and videos will be taken during sessions for internal documentation and promotional use by the Korean Cultural Center. □ Inquiry : kpop.academy2025@gmail.com  

Call for Participants: K-POP Academy 2025 – Abu Dhabi Regular Class The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE invites K-POP enthusiasts to join the K-POP Academy 2025 – Abu Dhabi Regular Class. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to experience K-POP dance training in a dynamic, fun, and professional environment! □ Program Overview - Title: K-POP Academy 2025 – Abu Dhabi Regular Class - Dates: July 27 (Sun) – August 22 (Fri), 2025 - Class Schedule: • Weekday classes: Mondays & Wednesdays / Tuesdays & Thursdays (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM) • Weekend class: Sundays (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM) - Venue: DEE Studio, Abu Dhabi - All classes are offered exclusively for women aged 14 and above. □ Application  - Capacity: 30 participants per class - Tuition: Free of charge - How to Apply: Online via the link 👉 https://forms.gle/ykHN7Wpaui38WQbY7  - Application Period: June 23 (Mon) – July 14 (Mon), 2025 - Participant Announcement: July 21 (Mon), 2025 – Announced via individual contact   □ Important Notes - The Sunday class is for women only. Male applicants will not be accepted for this class. - Only non-Korean nationals aged 17 and above are eligible to participate. - Photos and videos may be taken during the course for documentation and promotional purposes by the Korean Cultural Center. By registering, participants are considered to have granted consent for such recordings unless stated otherwise in advance. □ Inquiry : kpop.academy2025@gmail.com   We look forward to your enthusiastic participation! Thank you.

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is now accepting applications for the 2025 Samulnori Short-Term Workshop a special 3-day program! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience the dynamic traditional Korean percussion performance, Samullori, from May 19 (Mon) to May 21 (Wed), 2025.   What is Samullori? >>> It is contemporary Korean music with four musical instruments: the drum, kkwaenggwari, Jing, and Janggu. It was founded in 1978. (Source: Naver)   Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Korean Cultural Center in YAS   Time: May 19 (Mon) – May 21 (Wed), 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (3 days only!)   Fee: Free   Eligibility: Open to individuals aged 14 and above (Excluding Koreans)   Registration Period: May 6 (Tue) – May 15 (Thu), 2025 * Confirmation emails will be sent to applicants on May 16th.   How to register: https://forms.gle/Fro6RfmQoT6fi58y5   * Please note that unexcused absences may affect future class enrollments.   * Photo and video documentation can occur during the class.   * Images and videos captured during the course may be used by the Korean Cultural Center for broadcasting and promotional purposes.   <Contact> Email: lecture.kccuae@gmail.com