Programmes
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SAC ON SCREEN Second Screening: The Illusion Masterpiece
The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present the second screening of SAC ON SCREEN: Family and Youth Series with 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.
Post Date 20-07-2026 -
SAC ON SCREEN First Screening: Treasure Island
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.
Post Date 06-07-2026 -
SAC ON SCREEN: Youth & Family Summer Screening
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!
Post Date 01-07-2026 -
SAC on Screen 'A Story of an Old Couple' Screening Event
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.
Post Date 05-05-2026 -
2026 1st Creative Film Night “Family Night”: Exploring Family Through Film and Mobile Filmmaking
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
Post Date 30-04-2026