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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 collaboration with CMA (Creative Media Authority), invites you to a special program. Event Information - Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2026 - Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM - Venue: Korean Cultural Center UAE Program Overview In celebration of the UAE’s “Year of the Family,” this program features a film screening and a hands-on workshop exploring diverse forms of family. After watching a curated film that reflects the evolving meaning of family in contemporary society, participants will take part in a mobile filmmaking workshop led by filmmaker Eman Hussein. Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating video content using smartphones, covering the full process from planning and filming to editing. We hope this program offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the concept of family and express it through your own stories. Registration Please register through the link below: Register Here

The Korean Cultural Center will host a Korean Culture Experience Workshop as part of the opening ceremony of the Korean Pavilion at Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi. We warmly invite all interested participants to join us. ■ Programs :       - Hanbok Experience       - Minhwa Keycap Kerying Making Workshop ■ Date & Time : Wednesday, April 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM       (The schedule is subject to change depending on the opening ceremony program) ■ Venue : Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi (Al Najdah Street) ■ Open to UAE nationals, residents, and Korean Community members ※ This event is free of charge. ※ Please note that photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for future promotional and operational purposes of the Korean Cultural Center.

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present a Korean cultural experience event in celebration of Seollal (Korean Lunar New Year) 2026. This special event offers a variety of hands-on programs that allow participants to experience the traditions of Seollal, including craft workshops, Korean food experience, and a rice cake-making experience. We warmly invite all those interested to join us and celebrate the Korean Lunar New Year together. ■ Event Title : New Year Rice Cake House ■ Venue : Korean Cultural Center ■ Date & Time : Tuesday, 10 February 2026 / 6:30PM - 8:30PM ■ Participants : Anyone who loves Korean culture       - We warmly welcome the participation of members of the Korean Community. ■ Programs       - New Year Theme Keycap Keyring Craft Workshop       - Traditional Rice Cake Making Experience       - Korean Food Experience       - Korean Cultural Box Experience ■ Registration : RSVP (https://forms.gle/Hxw3bf8BYZH2bSpH7) ※ 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, 9th February. ※ Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for Korean Cultural Center operations and promotional purposes.

As part of the Korea Festival 2025, the Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo Headquarters, will present a powerful Taekwondo Demonstration showcasing the essence of Taekwondo through dynamic and disciplined performances, including breaking techniques, poomsae (forms), and self-defense. Through this performance, the Kukkiwon Demonstration Team aims to vividly convey the spirit and energy of Korean martial arts to the local audience. - Date & Time: Friday, November 7, 2025, 6:50 p.m.  - Venue: Umm Al Emarat Park Amphitheatre, Abu Dhabi * Admission is free and open to the public (no reservation required). * The schedule is subject to change depending on local circumstances. Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo Headquarters, was established in 1972. Since then, it has been dedicated to expanding and developing Taekwondo through its core initiatives, such as conducting Taekwondo Dan promotion tests, nurturing Taekwondo leaders, researching and developing Taekwondo techniques and theories, hosting the World Taekwondo Hanmadang, operating the Taekwondo Demonstration Team, and dispatching Taekwondo masters to more than 50 countries. Among these initiatives, the Kukkiwon Taekwondo Demonstration Team, which you will witness today, was founded in 1974. For over 51 years, the team has showcased spectacular Taekwondo performances at major international events, including the 1986 Seoul Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games. In 2019, the team achieved remarkable success by becoming the runner-up on the U.S. CBS television program “The World’s Best.” Additionally, the Kukkiwon Demonstration Team visits approximately 20 countries every year and has performed in more than 200 countries to date, playing a leading role in the globalization of Taekwondo.

As part of the Korea Festival 2025, the energetic boy group V.V.S. will present an exciting K-pop performance. With their passion and charisma, V.V.S. is set to deliver an unforgettable stage experience for the audience. We look forward to your warm support and enthusiastic participation. Date & Time: November 7 (Fri), 2025 – 9:00 PM November 8 (Sat), 2025 – 8:40 PM Venue: Umm Al Emarat Park Amphitheatre, Abu Dhabi The performance is free of charge and open to the public without prior reservation. Please note that performance times are subject to change depending on local circumstances.

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 collaboration with CMA (Creative Media Authority), invites you to a special program. Event Information - Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2026 - Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM - Venue: Korean Cultural Center UAE Program Overview In celebration of the UAE’s “Year of the Family,” this program features a film screening and a hands-on workshop exploring diverse forms of family. After watching a curated film that reflects the evolving meaning of family in contemporary society, participants will take part in a mobile filmmaking workshop led by filmmaker Eman Hussein. Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating video content using smartphones, covering the full process from planning and filming to editing. We hope this program offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the concept of family and express it through your own stories. Registration Please register through the link below: Register Here

The Korean Cultural Center will host a Korean Culture Experience Workshop as part of the opening ceremony of the Korean Pavilion at Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi. We warmly invite all interested participants to join us. ■ Programs :       - Hanbok Experience       - Minhwa Keycap Kerying Making Workshop ■ Date & Time : Wednesday, April 8, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM       (The schedule is subject to change depending on the opening ceremony program) ■ Venue : Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi (Al Najdah Street) ■ Open to UAE nationals, residents, and Korean Community members ※ This event is free of charge. ※ Please note that photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for future promotional and operational purposes of the Korean Cultural Center.

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present a Korean cultural experience event in celebration of Seollal (Korean Lunar New Year) 2026. This special event offers a variety of hands-on programs that allow participants to experience the traditions of Seollal, including craft workshops, Korean food experience, and a rice cake-making experience. We warmly invite all those interested to join us and celebrate the Korean Lunar New Year together. ■ Event Title : New Year Rice Cake House ■ Venue : Korean Cultural Center ■ Date & Time : Tuesday, 10 February 2026 / 6:30PM - 8:30PM ■ Participants : Anyone who loves Korean culture       - We warmly welcome the participation of members of the Korean Community. ■ Programs       - New Year Theme Keycap Keyring Craft Workshop       - Traditional Rice Cake Making Experience       - Korean Food Experience       - Korean Cultural Box Experience ■ Registration : RSVP (https://forms.gle/Hxw3bf8BYZH2bSpH7) ※ 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, 9th February. ※ Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for Korean Cultural Center operations and promotional purposes.

As part of the Korea Festival 2025, the Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo Headquarters, will present a powerful Taekwondo Demonstration showcasing the essence of Taekwondo through dynamic and disciplined performances, including breaking techniques, poomsae (forms), and self-defense. Through this performance, the Kukkiwon Demonstration Team aims to vividly convey the spirit and energy of Korean martial arts to the local audience. - Date & Time: Friday, November 7, 2025, 6:50 p.m.  - Venue: Umm Al Emarat Park Amphitheatre, Abu Dhabi * Admission is free and open to the public (no reservation required). * The schedule is subject to change depending on local circumstances. Kukkiwon, the World Taekwondo Headquarters, was established in 1972. Since then, it has been dedicated to expanding and developing Taekwondo through its core initiatives, such as conducting Taekwondo Dan promotion tests, nurturing Taekwondo leaders, researching and developing Taekwondo techniques and theories, hosting the World Taekwondo Hanmadang, operating the Taekwondo Demonstration Team, and dispatching Taekwondo masters to more than 50 countries. Among these initiatives, the Kukkiwon Taekwondo Demonstration Team, which you will witness today, was founded in 1974. For over 51 years, the team has showcased spectacular Taekwondo performances at major international events, including the 1986 Seoul Asian Games and the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games. In 2019, the team achieved remarkable success by becoming the runner-up on the U.S. CBS television program “The World’s Best.” Additionally, the Kukkiwon Demonstration Team visits approximately 20 countries every year and has performed in more than 200 countries to date, playing a leading role in the globalization of Taekwondo.

As part of the Korea Festival 2025, the energetic boy group V.V.S. will present an exciting K-pop performance. With their passion and charisma, V.V.S. is set to deliver an unforgettable stage experience for the audience. We look forward to your warm support and enthusiastic participation. Date & Time: November 7 (Fri), 2025 – 9:00 PM November 8 (Sat), 2025 – 8:40 PM Venue: Umm Al Emarat Park Amphitheatre, Abu Dhabi The performance is free of charge and open to the public without prior reservation. Please note that performance times are subject to change depending on local circumstances.

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

The Korean Cultural Center in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the UAE, and the Korea Cosmetic Industry Institute, is pleased to host the ‘Anti-Aging with K-Beauty’ workshop.   As part of the ‘Medical Korea’ initiative, this event marks the first introduction of Korean-style anti-aging skincare customized for the UAE’s hot climate. Dr. Sung-Taek Kwon, former president of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, will deliver a professional lecture on the science of aging, while world-renowned K-Beauty makeup artist JED (Shin Sun-Ae) will share the latest trends and demonstrate skincare routines using vegan products made with wild ginseng from Mt. Jiri. Participants will have the chance to experience the Korean anti-aging skincare routine firsthand, including a live demonstration using products suitable for Muslim women.   - Event Title: Anti-Aging with K-Beauty Workshop - Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 - Time: 7:00 PM - Venue: Korean Cultural Center, Abu Dhabi - Admission: Free - Registration: Pre-registration required via https://forms.gle/NjrFaoxEvX3nXXuK9        *Korean nationals are not eligible to participate in the event.    <Program Highlights>  Part 1 – Scientific Insights into Aging (Speaker: Dr. Sung-Taek Kwon) - The concept and biological mechanisms of aging - Impact on appearance and health - Healthy aging from a plastic surgery perspective   Part 2 – K-Beauty Skincare Demonstration (Speaker: JED) - Global K-Beauty trends - Principles of Korean anti-aging skincare - Customized routines for the Middle Eastern climate - Live demo using vegan products 

As part of Souq Chuseok, the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is delighted to host a special Korean Cuisine Workshop featuring Songpyeon (Half-Moon Rice Cake). Songpyeon is a traditional Korean rice cake filled with sweet fillings and steamed over pine needles, prepared and enjoyed with family during Chuseok to celebrate the harvest season. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn about the cultural significance of Songpyeon and make their own colorful rice cakes to take home. ■ Program Title : Songpyeon Making Workshop (Korean Cuisine Lecture) ■ Part of: Souq Chuseok ■ Date & Venue : October 2 (Thu) 19:00PM – 19:30PM ┃ Multipurpose Hall, Korean Cultural Center in YAS ■ Instructor : Korean Cuisine Specialist  ■ Capacity : Limited to registered participants (separate sign-up required) ■ Fee : 30 AED  ■ Registration Link & Period: https://forms.gle/VCa6nzHvzrTw6NtLA [September 19 (Fri) – September 29 (Mon), confirmation email will be sent on September 30]] Important Notices RSVP is required; seats are limited. Final confirmation will be sent by email on September 30. Photos and videos may be taken and used for promotional purposes by the Korean Cultural Center. 📧 Contact : lecture.kccuae@gmail.com Come celebrate Korea’s autumn harvest with your own handmade Songpyeon!