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The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present the final program of SAC ON SCREEN: Family and Youth Series with The Great Graffiti Exhibition and a special Hangeul Street Art Wall Workshop. The Great Graffiti Exhibition introduces graffiti and street art as forms of free visual expression and contemporary art. For this final event, the main focus will be a hands-on cultural workshop where participants can experience Korean language and visual culture through creative street-art-inspired design. During the workshop, exhibition stands will be transformed into a large collaborative Hangeul Street Art Wall using foam boards and traditional Korean paper, hanji. Participants will choose Korean words such as “friendship,” “love,” “dream,” “peace,” “Korea,” “culture,” and “art,” and reinterpret them in a bold street-art style using the visual beauty of Hangeul, the Korean writing system. This workshop also connects Korean tradition with contemporary art by using hanji as an artistic surface and reimagining the traditional Korean folding screen, byeongpung, as a modern graffiti wall. We invite families, youth, and Korean culture lovers to join us for a creative evening celebrating Korean language, tradition, and contemporary visual expression. □ Event: SAC ON SCREEN: The Great Graffiti Exhibition & Hangeul Street Art Wall Workshop □ Date & Time: Thursday, 20 August 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM □ Venue: Arirang Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE □ Program: Screening of The Great Graffiti Exhibition and Hangeul Street Art Wall Workshop □ Target: Families, youth, and Korean culture fans □ Admission: Free □ Registration: Required in advance □ RSVP:  https://forms.gle/rWMw2nz977H7Q22e8

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present the third screening of SAC ON SCREEN: Family and Youth Series with the Korean music theatre performance Bongjangchwi. Bongjangchwi was originally a form of Korean traditional music performed together with humorous storytelling about a phoenix. Today, only the music has been passed down, while the original story has disappeared. This performance reimagines the traditional music by creating new stories about birds and transforming it into a music theatre piece for children. The performance presents lively and imaginative stories of birds through Korean traditional music. With changes in rhythm, beat, pitch, and sound, combined with actors’ performances, puppets, and familiar everyday props, Bongjangchwi offers an accessible and enjoyable theatre experience for both children and adults. The screening features two stories. The first follows a cuckoo who dreams of traveling to the Sahara Desert after hearing stories from a swallow when it was young. The second tells the story of the shoebill, the biggest bird in the world, who wishes to fly like other birds and begins a journey to discover its true self. Join us at the Korean Cultural Center for a family-friendly evening filled with Korean traditional music, imagination, and theatrical storytelling. □ Event: SAC ON SCREEN: Bongjangchwi □ Date & Time: Thursday, 6 August 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM □ Venue: Arirang Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE □ Screening: Bongjangchwi / 봉장취 □ Target: Children, families, and Korean culture fans □ Admission: Free □ Registration: Required in advance □ RSVP: https://forms.gle/deQxJWTWvjcf5Dof9 Notes: ●Seats are limited and advance registration is required. ●Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. ●Photography and video recording during the screening are not allowed.

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present the second screening of SAC ON SCREEN: Family and Youth Series, The Illusion Masterpiece. SAC ON SCREEN is a special screening program by Seoul Arts Center that brings high-quality Korean stage performances to audiences through filmed productions. Through this series, the Korean Cultural Center introduces different genres of Korean performing arts to families, youth, and Korean culture lovers in the UAE. This screening features The Illusion Masterpiece, a spectacular performance by Korea’s leading illusionist Lee Eun-gyeol. Combining magic, performance, storytelling, and visual stage effects, the show invites audiences into a world of imagination, surprise, and wonder on the big screen. Join us at the Korean Cultural Center for a magical evening with Korean performing arts. □ Event: SAC ON SCREEN: The Illusion Masterpiece □ Date & Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM □ Venue: Arirang Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE □ Screening: The Illusion Masterpiece / 이은결 더 일루션 : 마스터피스 □ Target: Families, youth, and Korean culture fans □ Admission: Free □ Registration: Required in advance □ RSVP: CLOSED Notes: Seats are limited and advance registration is required. Photography and video recording during the screening are not allowed. Guests with the SAC ON SCREEN stamp card can receive their stamp at the venue.  

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present the first program of “SAC ON SCREEN: Youth & Family Summer Screening” with the screening of “Treasure Island,” a performance film presented through Seoul Arts Center’s SAC ON SCREEN program. “Treasure Island” is a family-friendly adventure story that follows an exciting journey in search of hidden treasure. The screening is suitable for children, families, and anyone who enjoys theatre, adventure, and creative storytelling. After the screening, participants can join a hands-on workshop, “My Hangeul Treasure Map,” where children will create their own treasure map using Korean words, stickers, and treasure-themed decorations. Join us this summer at the Korean Cultural Center for a fun family experience filled with adventure, imagination, and Korean culture. □ Event: SAC ON SCREEN: Treasure Island □ Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026 □ Time: 6:00 ~ 9:00PM □ Venue: Arirang Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE □ Screening: Treasure Island / 보물섬 □ Workshop: My Hangeul Treasure Map □ Target: Children, families, and Korean culture fans □ Admission: Free □ Registration: Required in advance □ RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUtS_PW1IoG52IxLEaTRF5M_uNgC3VUQAiniH6q6Jk1KwGtA/viewform?usp=header Notes: Seats are limited and advance registration is required. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Photography and video recording during the screening are not allowed. Workshop materials will be provided by the Korean Cultural Center.  

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE presents “SAC ON SCREEN: Youth & Family Summer Screening,” a special summer program introducing selected performance and exhibition screenings from Seoul Arts Center.   Through this program, children, youth, and families can enjoy Korean performing arts, theatre, magic, and visual arts on screen, along with creative hands-on activities connected to selected screenings.   The series will take place on Thursdays in July and August at the Korean Cultural Center in Yas Island.   Program Schedule Treasure Island Date: Thursday, July 16 2026 Screening: Treasure Island / 보물섬 Workshop: My Hangeul Treasure Map / 나의 한글 보물지도 만들기 After watching “Treasure Island,” children will create their own treasure map using Korean words, and treasure-themed decorations. Participants can take their completed map home as a souvenir.           Lee Eun-gyeol The Illusion Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026 Screening: Lee Eun-gyeol The Illusion / 이은결 더 일루션 Enjoy a fascinating stage performance by Korea’s leading illusionist Lee Eun-gyeol, where magic, imagination, and performance come together on screen.   Bongjangchwi Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 Screening: Bongjangchwi / 봉장취 “Bongjangchwi” is a children’s theatre performance featuring witty storytelling about a phoenix from the late Joseon period, accompanied by lively Korean traditional music.   The Great Graffiti Exhibition Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026 Screening: The Great Graffiti Exhibition / 위대한 낙서전 Workshop: Hangeul Graffiti Wall / 한글 그래피티 월 Participants will design Korean words in graffiti style and take part in creating a shared Hangeul graffiti wall at the Korean Cultural Center.   Event Details Date: July 9 – August 20, 2026 Venue: Korean Cultural Center in the UAE, Arirang Hall Target: Children, youth, families, and Korean culture fans Admission: Free Registration: Required in advance Language: English-friendly program   Important Notes Seats are limited and registration is required. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Recording during the screening is not allowed. Workshop materials will be provided by the Korean Cultural Center. Join us this summer at the Korean Cultural Center and enjoy adventure, magic, Korean traditional theatre, and graffiti through SAC ON SCREEN!    

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE invites you to experience the beauty of authentic Korean theatre in Abu Dhabi. SAC on Screen is one of the Seoul Arts Center’s Signature Performance-content programs, capturing acclaimed Korean performing arts through dynamic camera angles and UHD-quality filming. We warmly invite you to join us for this special screening of SAC on Screen : A Story of an Old Couple.     ■ Event Title : SAC on Screen “A Story of an Old Couple” ■ Venue : Arirang Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE ■ Date & Time : Thursday, 14 May 2026, 6:30PM – 8:30PM ■ Program : ‘SAC on Screen’ screening, Minhwa Keycap Keyring Making, Korean Food Experience ■ RSVP : https://forms.gle/MihYFaZjGTSfog5X6       - Attendance is limited to those who have registered through RSVP and received a confirmation email.       - Confirmation emails will be sent on Tuesday, 12 May.     ※ This event is free of charge, but registration is limited to a maximum of 70 participants. ※ This event is a screening of a recorded theatre performance, not a live stage performance. ※ The screening will be in Korean with English subtitles. ※ Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for future promotional and operational purposes by the Korean Cultural Center.     ■ About A Story of an Old Couple   Synopsis Lee Jeom-soon, who lost her husband 30 years ago, has raised her three daughters on her own and now lives alone after they have all married. One day, Park Dong-man, an elderly gentleman whom she knew from the days when she ran a restaurant, unexpectedly visits her home. Park Dong-man, who has two sons, also lost his wife years earlier and has been living a lonely life, negledted by his children. Having long held feelings for Jeom-soon, he looks around her house and, after a series of playful arguments and negotiations, decides to move into her spare room. As the two begin living under the same roof, they gradually grow closer and start a tender romance. A Story of an Old Couple is a Korean theatre production co-written by Wi Sung-shin and Oh Young-min, and directed by Wi Sung-shin. The play has been performed for over 16 years and was selected as one of the “Best 7 Korean Plays of the Year” by the Korea Theatre Association in 2003. The production also draws attention for featuring actor Kim Myung-gon in the role of Park Dong-man. Kim Myung-gon served as the Minister of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Korea in 2006. We invite you to enjoy this heartwarming story of love in later life – a romance even sweeter than first love.  

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE presents K-Culture Boxes, an immersive installation designed to introduce Korea’s everyday life and traditional culture in a warm and approachable way. Using the “K-Culture Box” as a storytelling medium, this presentation unfolds the culture and stories embedded in the lives of Korean people. It invites visitors to discover a Korea where tradition and daily life naturally intertwine. Visitors can explore traditional Hanbok and wedding attire, a variety of traditional accessories, and objects once used in the living spaces of men and women in traditional Korean homes. Through the Annyeong Box, guests can also experience Hangul and Korea’s unique greeting culture. This installation offers insight into Korean daily life, aesthetic sensibilities, and ways of living that have been passed down through generations. It is designed so that people of all ages can easily and comfortably understand and enjoy Korean culture. ■ Title: Unboxing K-Culture ■ Period: Until Saturday, 31 January 2026 ■ Venue: KCC Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the UAE ■ Opening Hours: During the Center’s regular operating hours ■ Admission: Free ■ Composition: This installation consists of five themed boxes: the Annyeong Box, Sarangbang Box, Anbang Box, Hanbok Box (Women), and Hanbok Box (Men). Each box focuses on Hangul, the spaces and lifestyles of traditional Korean homes, and traditional attire, offering a multidimensional view of Korean daily life and values.

▲ 코리안 사운드 포스터 Korean Cultural Center is  delighted to invite you to a special performance this September, featuring rising young artists of the National Orchestra of Korea. The concert will bring together the beauty of Korean traditional music and its creative modern interpretations. ■ Title : Korean Sound ■ Organizer : Korean Cultural Center, National Orchestra of Korea ■ Supported by : Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea, Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange, National Theater of Korea ■ Date & Time : Wednesday, September 24, 6:30PM - 7:30PM ■ Venue : Korean Cultural Center ■ Artists : 2025 Youth Members of the National Orchestra of Korea ■ RSVP : https://forms.gle/9UE6EbmWpygj7AXQ6 ■ Important Notes      ▷ Admission is free, but RSVP is required.      ▷ Admission is open to the Korean community.      ▷ Confirmation email will be sent individually on Monday, September 22. ■ About the National Orchestra of Korea Founded in 1995 as part of the National Theater of Korea, the National Orchestra of Korea has been dedicated to creating contemporary works rooted in Korean traditions. With a unique repertoire and a modern interpretation of Korea's musical heritage, the orchestra continues to inspire audiences around the world.     ■ About the 2025 Youth Mmebers Through the "Youth Training Program" supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, young musicians are given the opportunity train with the National Orchestra of Korea and perform together on stage. For the 2025 program, 45 musicians were selected, and 11 outstanding performers will showcase their talent in this concert. ■ Program      ▷ Flowing Water, Blooming Flowers (Composed by Ham Hyoun-sang) : This piece was written to sound as natural as water flowing. In today's world filled with busy daily life, we sometimes lose what feels truly natural. Each instrument in this work highlights its pure, original sound, inviting listeners to rediscover that authenticity.      ▷ Pear Blossom Song for Chamber Ensemble (Composed by Choi Deok-yol) : "Pear Blossom Song" is a well-known folk tune from Hwanghae province. Traditionally sung by local performers, it also appears in the south as a work song. Inspired by its memorable melodies and irregular rhythms, the composer reimagined it for chamber music. The Gayageaum's gentle patterns create warmth, while the Haegeum's wide range brings a human-live voice to the stage.      ▷ Burning - Solo Geomungo (Composed by Lee Jeong-ho) : This work fuses the ancient Geomungo with modern digital sounds. It begins quietly, then grows with passion, expressing the composer's desire for music to reach many ears. Like running toward a small light at the end of a dark tunnel, the music builds into an intense cry. The Geomungo's powerful techniques combine with electronic sounds to create a sense of space beyond what one instrument could acheive alone.      ▷ Colors of Time (Composed Hong Min-woong) : This piece reflects how time can be experienced in many colors. There are the peaceful greens of deep shade, the pure white of magnolia blossoms, the bright pink of lotus flowers blooming from mud, and also the grey of sadness. Through these musical colors, the piece invites us to embrace every season of life with warmth and acceptance.      ▷ Wish upon the Theme of Niliriya (Composed by Park Han-gyu) : "Niliriya" is a lively folk song from the Gyeonggi Region, sung in the rhythm of Gutgeori Jangdan. Its joyful chorus contrasts with the sorros of its lyrics. The composer reinterprets this contrast as the spirit of a nation loging for freedom. The music shares emotions of joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness -- sometimes directly, sometimes hidden in the traditional melodic style.      ▷ Disney Medly (Arranged by Hong Min-woong) : To close the concert, familiar Disney classics will be performed. Hearing these beloved melodies on Korean traditional instruments offers audiences a fresh and fredly way to enjoy Korean traditional music.

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

주UAE 한국문화원은 2026년 여름 K-뷰티 위크 개최를 발표하게 되어 기쁩니다. 여러분의 열정적인 참여를 기대합니다! [2026 여름 K뷰티 위크]   ■  행사 상세 정보 K뷰티 워크샵: 개인별 색상 분석, 립틴트 만들기, 파운데이션 만들기, K뷰티 스킨케어 강의 및 시연 K뷰티 체험: 인터랙티브 클래스 및 제품 체험존   ■  날짜 및 시간 날짜: 2026년 8월 24일 ~ 27일 시간: 오후 4시  ~  오후 10시   ■  장소 아부다비 한국문화센터   ■  무료 등록   ■  신청 방법 아래 구글 양식을 작성하여 제출해 주세요 (선착순 접수 / 좌석이 한정되어 있습니다).   지원 링크:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-0jlFzJbqBTQj2mpJRAx-SGoiERhAaBd_u9Zl1JxS9RkOog/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100263238949806854814   ■  중요 사항 본 행사는 사전 등록이 필수이며, 정원이 차면 신청이 조기에 마감될 수 있습니다. 본 행사 기간 동안 사진 및 비디오 촬영이 진행될 예정이며, 촬영된 사진 및 비디오는 주아랍에미리트 한국문화원의 홍보 및 행정 목적으로 사용될 수 있습니다. ※  lecture.kccuae@gmail.com

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to announce the K-POP Academy 2026, a dance program where K-POP fans can learn the latest K-POP choreographies and experience Korean pop culture through dance. This year’s program will include regular dance classes, one-day K-POP dance classes, and a final showcase and completion ceremony. Program Period 29 July (WED) – 29 August 2026(SAT) Venue Dee Studio, Abu Dhabi Korean Cultural Center – Arirang Hall Program Details Regular Classes The regular classes are designed for participants who can attend the full program and learn K-POP choreography step by step. Classes Schedule Class Target Schedule Time Sessions Class A / Beginner Regular Class Female only / 14+ Monday & Wednesday 18:00–20:00 8 sessions Class B / Advanced Regular Class Female only / 14+ Tuesday & Thursday 18:00–20:00 8 sessions Class W / Weekend Regular Class Female only / 14+ Sunday 14:00–18:00 4 sessions Participants in the regular classes will learn popular K-POP choreographies and take part in the final showcase and completion ceremony. One-Day Classes (Opening Soon!!) Abu Dhabi The one-day classes are designed for participants who would like to experience K-POP dance in a casual form. Participants will learn how to do tiktok challenges! - One-Day with BTS Open to male and female participants - One-Day With BTS Open to adult female participants Final Showcase and Completion Ceremony A final showcase and completion ceremony will be held at the Korean Cultural Center’s Arirang Hall, where regular class participants will present what they have learned during the program. Eligibility Those who are interested in K-POP dance and Korean culture Regular classes: female participants aged 14 and above One-day classes: adult participants Applicants must be able to attend the selected class schedule Application Please apply through the registration form below: Application Form:  CLICK HERE Application Deadline: 22 – 07 - 2026 Seats are limited. Selected applicants will receive a confirmation email or WhatsApp message from the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE.   Important Notes Participation is free of charge. Selected participants must confirm their attendance after receiving the confirmation message. Participants are expected to attend all required sessions for their selected class.   For inquiries, please contact: Kpop2026.kccuae@gmail.com  

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present a Korean popular dessert-making workshop in celebration of Seollal (Korean Lunar New Year) 2026. We warmly invite those interested to join us and experience on of Korea's latest dessert trends. ■ Event Title : Korean Style Marshmallow & Kunafa Dessert Workshop (as a part of the New Year Rice Cake House) ■ Attendance is limited to participants who receive a confirmation email after RSVP registration.      - Due to seats limitations, participation by members of the Korean community is not available. We kindly ask for your understanding. ■ Programs : Abu Dhabi Chewy Cookie (Dubai Chewy Cookie) Making ■ Registration : RSVP (https://forms.gle/akWX3rCLgaMF5MZG7) ※ This event is free of charge. ※ Attendance is limited to participants who receive a confirmation email after RSVP registration       - Confirmation email will be sent on Sunday, 8th February. ※ Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for Korean Cultural Center operations and prmotional purposes. ■ About the Workshop : Abu Dhabi Chewy Cookie Making This hands-on programs allows participants to make a popular Korean dessert known as the "Dubai Chewy Cookie", also widely referred to as "Du-jjong-ku". The workshop brings this trending dessert to Abu Dhabi, where participants can create it themselves. The Korean CulturL Center introduces this dessert under a new name "Abu Dhabi Chewy Cookie(Ah-jjong-ku). The dessert combines ingredients commonly used in the Arab region, such as Kunafa and Pistachio, with a uniquely Korean technie that incorporates marshmallows. Gaining widespread attention through social media, it has quickly become a viral dessert trend.

Join us for a one-day DIY craft workshop inspired by Korean traditional candlesticks featuring a butterfly motif, a symbol often associated with love and happiness in Korean traditional crafts! The workshop will be held twice with identical content to offer more participants the chance to join. Dates & Times (Choose 1) * February 4th, 2026 (Wednesday), 7:00~9:00PM * February 11th, 2026 (Wednesday), 7:00~9:00PM Venue: Multipurpose Hall in the KCC Eligibility: All ages welcome (No prior experience required) Fee: Free Registration Link: https://forms.gle/mYYHLZfnTyk51XnS8 Registration Period: Until February 1, 2026 (Sunday)

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to announce the recruitment of Taekwondo trainees for the 2026 program. This course is a one-year intensive program, and participants must enroll from the beginning, as mid-year enrollment is not permitted. Please carefully review the information below and submit your application within the registration period. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation. Course Information ◾ Course Duration : 23rd January (Fri) ~ 11th December (Fri), 2026 * The schedule may be subject to change depending on circumstances.  ◾ Program Schedule Course Day Time Note Adult Class (Female) Every Friday 14:00~15:00 (60mins) Over 14 years old Adult Class (Male) 15:00~16:00 (60mins) Youth Class (Beginner) Every Sunday 13:00~14:00 (60mins) Youth only (8-12 years old) Youth Class (Intermediate) 14:00~15:00 (60mins) ※ Belt Colour (Grade) - Beginner: White(9), Yellow(8), Green(7), Blue(6) - Intermediate : Purple(5), brown(4), Orange(3), Red(2), Black(1) ◾ Venue: Event Hall at Korean Cultural Center in the UAE * Classes could be held outside the KCC depending on the circumstances of exhibitions and other events. ◾ Materials Fee (Course is free) Course Uniform Note Youth 200 - Adult 400   Application ◾ Application Period 12th January (Mon) ~ 21st January (Wed), 2026 ◾ Eligibility UAE residents only (Korean nationals are not eligible) ◾ How to Apply 1.Access the link below and submit the application form 2.Upload the required documents https://forms.gle/jQTbqQSUCL3tMQav8     Required Documents 1. Consent Form (Youth applicants only) 2. Copy of Emirates ID (New applicants only)   Notes ◾ Only legal UAE residents with a valid Emirates ID are eligible to apply. ◾ Uniform fees are non-refundable; size exchange is allowed. ◾ Any participant who violates class rules will be expelled. All applicants must carefully read and agree to the consent form. ◾ Due to limited space, priority will be given to returning participants, followed by first-come, first-served registration. ◾ Photos and videos taken during classes may be used for Korean Cultural Center operations and media promotion.   Schedule Application Period 12 Jan (Mon) ~ 21 Jan (Wed), 2026 Result Announcement 22 Jan (Thu), 2026 Course Start Date Adult: 23 Jan (Fri), 2026 from 13:00 Youth: 25 Jan (Sun), 2026 from 13:00   Contact taekwondo.kccuae@gmail.com * Only e-mail inquiries will be answered.

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to host a special workshop featuring Talchum. Korea's traditional masked dance inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This hands-on program includes a live Talchum demonstration, Mask-making, and learning basic Talchum movements. We warmly invite children and youth to join and experience this unique aspect of Korean culture.  ■ Title : Learning Korean Mask (Subtitle : Tal Tal Tal)  ■ Hosted by : Korean Cultural Center in the UAE  ■ Organized by : Cloud Cultures  ■ Date & Venue        ▷  25 November (Tue), 7:00PM - 8:30PM       ▷  26 November (Wed), 7:00PM - 8:30PM       ▷  Maximum Participants per day : 10  ■ Program Highlights       ▷  Talchum(Korea's traditional masked dance)       ▷  Make your own Korean Traditional Mask(Tal)       ▷  Learn basic Talchum dance movement  ■ Registration : RSVP (https://forms.gle/En7cM6SyW7JsMQGDA)  ■ Eligibility : Children & Youth (Ages 8-18)  ■ Instructors : (Department of Traditional Arts, Chung-Ang University)                                    Hyunchang Yang, Seojeong Kim, Gyeongbin Yu, Jeonghwan Kim