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TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE GHABGA The Korean Cultural Center invites ladies & children to Ramadan Ghabga! Bring your cute pajamas or Jalabiya. Let’s experience Ramadan and have fun! This event is for LADIES/GIRLS or Boys who are under 8 years old ONLY! When? 19 March (Wed) from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Where? Korean Cultural Center, Arirang Hall What we will do? 1. We will enjoy Korean & Arabic snacks! 2. Let’s make fun crafts! 3. Korean animation will be showing! What to bring? Jalabiya/Mukhawar or pajama, sleepers: any comfortable clothing! Please apply on this link: https://forms.gle/ubNLRmdEdT2DrVL16

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Date: Wednesday 26 February 2025 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM Location: creative lab, Yas Creative Hub, Abu Dhabi Registration: Creative Media Authority - Events - Creative Film Nights Be part of another cinematic experience with Creative Film Nights, organized by Korean Cultural Center & Creative Lab.  Bringing the best of Korean cinema, alongside the incredible works from Arab Film Studio graduates, and join us in an interactive workshop after the screening on creating movie posters! Join us for an exciting movie night featuring short films from Korean Cultural Center and Arab Film Studio: 🎬 The Korean Short Film: “Deaf and Wind” (귀머거리와 바람)” by director:황규일 (HWANG Kyuil) About the film: The film revolves around a boy who cannot hear and chases the unseen wind. The Korean Short Film: “Night Cruising (나이트크루징)” by director: 김정인 (KIM Jeong-in) About the film: The story follows a girl who loses her job, has a meal from a Pho truck and loves it. The next night she goes for a walk to buy cola and on her way back, she meets an old friend by chance, and they spend time together chatting and eating and eventually they want to try to find the Pho truck (the truck's location is not fixed). The Arab Film Studi Short Film: “Sound of Memories” by director: Gargi Chakrabarti (Arab Film Studio alumni). About the film: Sound of Memories is a film that rewinds the tape to reconnect with memories. It is a deeply personal yet universal story of coming to terms with loss and longing, engaging with the past and re-discovering the essence of family. 🎨 Interactive workshop after the screening on creating movie posters.

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Date & Time: 23 February (Sun), 4:00 pm Venue: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Auditorium Ganre: Drama Rate: G Starring: Ahsong Kim, Lynha Lee, Jinseock Kwak, Jina Hur Reservation: https://csad-230225.splashthat.com/ 'I want to lose my hearing.' Bori, an 11-year-old girl who lives in a sea village, is the only family member who can hear. Being an elementary school student, Bori gradually becomes more familiar with communicating with her friends at school by speaking and has a difficult time joining in a sign language conversation at home. Why was I the only person born different from my family? The more she thinks about it, the more she feels alienated.

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Date & Time: 26 January (Sun), 5:00 pm Venue: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Auditorium Ganre: Drama, history Rate: 12 Starring: Sol Kyung-gu, Byun Yo-han, Lee Jung-eun, Min Do-hee Reservation: https://csad-260125.splashthat.com/ In 1801, when a new king ascends the throne, a scholar Jeong Yak-Jeon who served the last king is exiled to remote Heuksando island during the Catholic Persecution for incorporating Christianity into his Confucian teachings. When he lands on the unknown island with fears, rather he is amazed by wonders of various sea creatures. There he meets Chang-dae, a young fisherman who is a huge admirer of Confucianism and has a wide knowledge about the sea. Fascinated by his knowledge, JEONG decideds to write a book about the sea and asks Chang-dae to help him write the book, in exchange for helping Chang-dae's study of Confucianism.  The unlikely relationship eventually results in the creation of the first encyclopedia on Korea’s indigenous fish and the underwater world. Based on Jeong’s life and Book of Fish, the film is a sweeping account of 19th century Korea and a tender portrait of an unlikely friendship. A gorgeously lensed homage to classical monochrome cinema this masterwork by Lee Joon-ik is infused with poetic humanism. Against the backdrop of history, this coming-of-age morality tale dazzles not only with its lush style, evocative of traditional ink painting, but also with its emotional, structural, and philosophical scope.

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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 (Google Map Link) □ 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

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The Korean Cultural Center is hosting a group exhibition of KUACA (Korea UAE Art Content Association). Come and enjoy wonderful exhibition of 11 Korean artists residing in UAE. ■ Event Name: When We Love ■ Venue: Korean Cultural Center in the UAE, Multipurpose Hall ■ Dates: February 5 - 19, 2025 ■ Exhibition Hours: (Sun-Thu) 10 AM - 6 PM | (Fri) 10 AM - 2 PM | (Sat) Closed ■ Host: Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates ■ Organizer: KUACA (Korea UAE Art Content Association) ■ Participating Artists: Suyeon Ko, YuJung Kwon, Minyeong Kim, Eunhee Kim, Jihye Kim, Wooyoung Na, Paul Bang, Muna Hyunmin Bae, Myunghee Ryou, Kyungah Chung, Jina Choi ■ Curated by Yumi Jeong  When We Love. Our lives are a one-time journey, never to be repeated. This precious life is more special because it will eventually come to an end. When we live each day with love and take the time to observe the world around us, those moments transform into art. <When We Love> presents the works of 11 Korean artists living in the United Arab Emirates, who have captured moments of life through their unique perspectives.  Love expands.  Just as loving someone means coming to love what they cherish; this exhibition offers an opportunity to awaken a deeper appreciation for our lives and the world around us. Through these artworks, we hope you’ll find inspiration to embrace this one and only life and to join us in creating a kinder, more compassionate world. May the love of these artists reach everyone and remind us that love has the power to overcome all.

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The Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates celebrates the Korean New Year, Seollal, by showcasing the royal cosmetic culture of the Joseon Dynasty through an exhibition of traditional ceramics, vanity tables, and more. This event aims to reinterpret traditional culture in a modern context and shed light on the royal culture of Joseon. The exhibition features "Princess’s Make-up" by artist Heukyoseok (Wooh Na-young), "Gyeongdae(Cosmetic Mirror Box made of Mother-of-Pearl Lacquer with hexagonal pattern)" by Korea National University of Cultural Heritage, and a series of traditionally inspired modern cosmetics. Additionally, Professor Lee Jung-yong, Head of the Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts Korea National University of Heritage, will deliver a special seminar on the discovery of Princess Hwahyeop’s cosmetics and the development of traditional ceramic containers. ■ Event Information Hosted by: Korean Cultural Center in the UAE Organized by: Korea National University of Heritage Event Title: BEAUTY: The Harmony of Tradition and Modernity Location: Korean Cultural Center Dates: Ongoing throughout 2025 ■ Special Seminar Date & Time: January 29, 2025, at 6 PM Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Korean Cultural Center Registration: https://princesshwahyup.splashthat.com ■ Exhibition Details Princess Hwahyeop (1733–1752), the daughter of King Yeongjo and sister of Crown Prince Sado, passed away at the age of 20 due to smallpox. Her tomb in Namyangju revealed cosmetics that are believed to have been used during her lifetime. This exhibition, a collaborative effort by the Korea National University of Heritage, the National Palace Museum of Korea, and COSMAX, presents a modern reinterpretation of traditional cosmetics through artifact analysis and historical research. Visit the "Princess’s Room", adorned with Princess Hwahyeop’s ceramic cosmetics, traditional furniture, and vanities, along with the work of artist Heukyoseok, to experience the blossoming beauty culture of royal women in the Joseon Dynasty.

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Here are two artists who speak of the city and depict it in their work: Lee Yerim, who focuses on the buildings that provide everyday spaces for people, and Roh Jungyun, who explores the coexistence and conflict between the natural elements—plants—and the artificial structures—concrete walls—of the city. <<Color The City>> is an exhibition featuring Seoul, a city colored by the works of two rising young Korean artists, Roh Jungyun and Lee Yerim. It will be held at the Korean Cultural Center in Abu Dhabi from January 13 to 23, 2025. ■ Event Name: Color the City ■ Venue: Korean Cultural Center in the UAE, Multipurpose Hall ■ Dates: January 13 – 23, 2025 ■ Exhibition Hours: (Sun-Thu) 10 AM - 6 PM | (Fri) 10 AM - 2 PM | (Sat) Closed ■ Host: Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates ■ Organizer: Not A Galerie ■ Participating artists: LEE Yerim, ROH Jungyun "People built cities and constructed buildings out of necessity, but in the end, it’s the buildings—standing in place, watching people come and go like the tides—that remain as the true guardians of the city. Some buildings carry historical or artistic significance, but most of them are unremarkable structures where everyday life unfolds. They are the face of the city, and each day they tell me a different story. We spend most of our lives in the city, specifically among the buildings. Above all, these buildings are built solidly and need to be. I think this solidity is similar to the daily lives of people who live each day with a calm face while hiding a complex interior. The buildings in my paintings are solid yet soft, straight-lined yet organically intertwined, reflecting the emotions of people living in the city." — From LEE Yerim's Work Notes "I am interested in urban spaces that lack a distinct sense of place or are difficult to define. I categorize the elements that make up the city broadly into natural and artificial, and I express how these two elements coexist or clash through semi-abstract images that blend geometric patterns and natural forms. The geometric patterns in my work symbolize artificial structures like concrete walls or fences. Seoul, where I live, is a city where old urban landscapes in need of redevelopment coexist with new, apartment-dense neighborhoods. Around the fences of old apartments over 40 years old and the street trees, various weeds grow profusely. Passing by this area every day, I wonder as I watch the weeds grow almost daily: should these plants be considered essential for urban coexistence since they obscure unsightly concrete walls, or should they still be seen as weeds that need to be removed?" — From ROH Jungyun's Work Notes

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The Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates is holding a Korean traditional dance class!   Thanks to the support of our Korean dance class last year, We prepared a regular lecture again on Korean dance from 22nd of April to 27thof May 2025. The lecture will be conducing ladies only!   What is Korean dance?   >>> Korean dance (韓國舞) is a dance unique to Korea and refers to all types of dance created based on traditional Korean culture. Korean dance can be broadly divided into court dance, folk dance, masked dance, ceremonial dance, and creative dance. And rather than saying Korean dance, it is more correct to call it Korean dance or Korean dance. The word dance was used after the 20th century. (Reference: Wikipedia)   Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates   Period: 22nd April to 27th May, Every Tuesday 19:00-21:00 (19:00-20:30) (Lecture times are subject to change depending on the instructor's schedule)   Participation fee: Free   Eligibility:　Ladies only (excluding Koreans)   Application period: 11th April to 20th April *Application results will be notified by email on 21st April (Mon)   How to apply: https://forms.gle/4XvAcNaCEGHFNQAn9   <Notice>   * Those who do not attend without permission after applying may be disadvantaged when applying for cultural classes run by the Cultural Center in the future.   * Videos and photos taken during the course may be used by broadcasting or transmission to operate the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE and for media promotion.   <Inquiry> Email: lecture.kccuae@gmail.com

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Mandu Class, where you will learn how to make traditional Korean Mandu(dumpling) from scratch! This hands-on cooking session will guide you through the process of preparing dumpling fillings, shaping dumplings, and exploring different ways to enjoy them. Korean Traditional Mandu ◯ Course Date: April 10, Thursday, 6.30 PM ◯ Location: Dream Center, Dubai ◯ Material Fee: 30AED ◯ Eligibility: Anyone over 14 years of age (Excluding Koreans) ◯ Application Period: April 4 (Friday) - April 7 (Monday)     *The confirmation email will be sent on April 8 (Tuesday). ◯ How to Apply    - You can apply via the link below      https://forms.gle/rMMHJ5Qbx9dwDmT19 ◯ Note    - Since there are only 20 seats available, absence without notice will be a significant disadvantage for future classes   - Videos and photos captured during the class may be used by the Korean Cultural Center, UAE, for broadcasting, transmission, and other promotional purposes related to the operation of the center in the UAE ◯ Contact          kfood.kccuae@gmail.com ◯ What You Will Learn:    - The unique characteristics of Korean mandu and how they differ from Chinese dumplings    - How to prepare delicious vegetable and kimchi mandu fillings    - Traditional and modern mandu folding techniques    - Cooking methods such as steaming, pan-frying, and using mandu in soups

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Hwachae is a traditional Korean fruit punch made by mixing fresh fruits with sweetened water or juice. It is a refreshing and colorful drink, often enjoyed during warm seasons or special occasions. Hwache(Korean Fruit Punch)   ◯︎ Course Date: March 19 (Wednesday), 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM ◯︎ Location: Korean Cultural Center, Abu Dhabi ◯︎ Material Fee: Free ◯︎ Eligibility: Children under 12 years old ◯︎ Application Period: March 13 (Thursday) - March 17 (Monday)    *Confirmation emails will be sent on March 18 (Tuesday). ◯︎ How to Apply    - You can apply via the link below     https://forms.gle/ccTFmcxrNGsddsCy9 ◯︎ Note    - As seats are limited, failure to attend without prior notice may result in disadvantages for future class registrations    - Photos and videos taken during the class may be used by the Korean Cultural Center, UAE, for broadcasting, distribution, and other promotional purposes related to the KCC’s activities in the UAE. ◯︎ Contact    kfood.kccuae@gmail.com  

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Dumpling Class, where you will learn how to make traditional Korean Mandu(dumpling) from scratch!  This hands-on cooking session will guide you through the process of preparing dumpling fillings, shaping dumplings, and exploring different ways to enjoy them. Korean Mandu(Dumplings) ㅇ Course Date: February 25, Tuesday, 5.30 PM ㅇ Location: Taon Restaurant, Abu Dhabi ㅇ Material Fee: 30AED ㅇ Eligibility: Anyone over 14 years of age (Excluding Koreans) ㅇ Application Period: February 13 (Thursday) - February 19 (Wednesday)                                                                *The confirmation email will be sent on February 20 (Thursday). ㅇ How to Apply    - You can apply via the link below        https://forms.gle/WEc4j5inygh4Ss948 ㅇ Note    - Since there are only 16 seats available, absence without notice will be a significant disadvantage for future classes    - Videos and photos captured during the class may be used by the Korean Cultural Center, UAE, for broadcasting, transmission, and other promotional purposes related to the operation of the center in the UAE ㅇ Contact        kfood.kccuae@gmail.com ㅇ What You Will Learn    - The unique characteristics of Korean mandu and how they differ from Chinese dumplings    - How to prepare delicious vegetable and kimchi mandu fillings    - Traditional and modern mandu folding techniques    - Cooking methods such as steaming, pan-frying, and using mandu in soups

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