Abu Dhabi to Host UAE's First-Ever K-Pop Workshop
K-pop Training From the Real Deal
From August 20 to 22, Dee Studio will host the Kpop Academy X DIMA Dream School, a workshop led by Korea's top K-pop institute — the Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA). These are the folks behind stars like Hoshi from SEVENTEEN and Sung Hanbin of ZEROBASEONE. Expect dance, vocals, and even video production training straight from industry pros.
What to Expect
The sessions are split by age groups — youth, adults, and kids — and you'll learn choreography for hits like:
BTS – 'I NEED YOU'
BLACKPINK – 'JUMP'
NewJeans – 'Super Shy'
Tracks from Netflix's K-pop Demon Hunters like 'TAKE DOWN' and 'SODAPOP'
Bonus: the children's session includes video production, so it's not just about the stage — it's about behind-the-scenes magic too.
Workshop Schedule
August 20 – Youth
Dance (1 PM – 3 PM): HUNTR/X – 'GOLDEN,' BTS – 'I NEED YOU'
Vocal (3 PM – 4:30 PM): HUNTR/X – 'TAKE DOWN,' BTS – 'I NEED YOU'
August 21 – Adults
Dance (1 PM – 3 PM): BLACKPINK – 'JUMP'
Vocal (3 PM – 4:30 PM): BTS – 'Life Goes On'
Why It's a Big Deal
This workshop marks DIMA's first official visit to Abu Dhabi and is part of the Korean Cultural Center's push to grow K-pop culture in the UAE. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just K-curious, this is your shot at a real-deal K-pop experience — no flight to Seoul required.
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