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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Abu Dhabi welcomes UAE's first-ever free K-Pop workshop with dance, vocals, video training this August
Abu Dhabi is set to welcome a major cultural first: a free K-pop workshop open to youth, adults, and children. Spanning three days in August, the K-Pop Academy X DIMA Dream School will offer hands-on training in performance, vocals, and video creation, delivered directly by Korean industry professionals, including professors and student artists from one of South Korea's top media institutes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A First for the UAE: K-Pop academy comes to Abu Dhabi The Korean Cultural Centre (KCC) is bringing the UAE's first-ever official K-pop training workshop to Abu Dhabi. Scheduled from August 20 to 22, the event will be hosted at Dee Studio, which will temporarily transform into a full-fledged K-pop academy. The initiative is part of KCC's ongoing efforts to expand Korean cultural engagement in the region. This milestone event is being organised in collaboration with the Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA), a prestigious media training school in South Korea. DIMA is known for having trained several successful K-pop stars, including Sung Hanbin (ZEROBASEONE), Hoshi (SEVENTEEN), and Kwon Eunbi. The workshop also marks DIMA's first official visit to Abu Dhabi, making it a rare opportunity for local fans and aspiring performers to experience the training methods behind Korea's global pop culture phenomenon. Three-day program designed for all ages The 'K-Pop Academy X DIMA Dream School' is completely free to attend and has been designed with accessibility and engagement in mind. Each of the three days is focused on a specific age group, youth, adults, and children, allowing for tailored sessions that encourage participants to learn and express themselves within a relatable peer environment. Here is the full schedule breakdown: Wednesday, August 20 – Youth Sessions Dance : 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Songs: 'GOLDEN' by HUNTR/X, 'I NEED YOU' by BTS : 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Songs: 'GOLDEN' by HUNTR/X, 'I NEED YOU' by BTS Vocal: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Songs: 'TAKE DOWN' by HUNTR/X, 'I NEED YOU' by BTS Thursday, August 21 – Adult Sessions Dance : 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Song: 'JUMP' by BLACKPINK : 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Song: 'JUMP' by BLACKPINK Vocal: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Song: 'Life Goes On' by BTS Friday, August 22 – Children's Session Performance and video production training This session adds a creative twist by including behind-the-scenes insights into K-pop video content, not just performance. Kids will engage in learning how choreography, vocals, and production come together to shape the visual identity of K-pop. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Registration link Real K-Pop training, straight from the source Unlike casual dance classes or fan gatherings, this workshop mirrors the structure of actual K-pop training camps. Sessions will be led by professors and student artists from DIMA, who are actively involved in South Korea's entertainment education scene. Participants won't just mimic dance routines, they'll receive structured instruction in choreography, vocal performance, and even media production, echoing the experiences of real K-pop trainees. Among the featured music selections are tracks from major artists such as BTS, BLACKPINK, and NewJeans, as well as original songs from the Netflix animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters, including: 'GOLDEN' and 'TAKE DOWN' by HUNTR/X 'SODAPOP' by SAJA BOYS For those interested, , and with limited slots, early sign-ups are encouraged. The event promises to be a rare chance for fans in the Middle East to step into the shoes of a K-pop idol.
UAE Moments
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- UAE Moments
Abu Dhabi to Host UAE's First-Ever K-Pop Workshop
K-pop stans, this one's for you. Abu Dhabi is about to bring your dream closer to reality with the UAE's first-ever K-pop workshop — and yes, it's totally free. 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.
What's On
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- What's On
Abu Dhabi launches first-ever K-pop academy - What's On
If your Spotify Wrapped looks like a BTS playlist and you've been secretly rehearsing NewJeans choreo in your bedroom, here's your moment. The Korean Cultural Center and South Korea's legendary Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA) are bringing a slice of Seoul's pop scene to Dee Studio in Abu Dhabi with the launch of the very first K-pop Academy in the capital. DIMA have trained some of K-pop's biggest names, including Sung Hanbin from ZEROBASEONE, Hoshi from SEVENTEEN, and solo artist Kwon Eunbi. For this workshop, they're sending their professors and student artists to lead the sessions. The workshop offers a rare chance to dive deep into K-pop and is set to play a key role in growing K-culture across the Middle East. While this is a pilot programme, both KCC and DIMA see it as a first step in a longer journey. The bigger goal is to build long-term cultural and educational partnerships between DIMA and local institutions in the region. Lee Yong-hee, the Korean Embassy's cultural attaché, who's responsible for promoting Korean culture in the UAE, said this was the first professional K-pop education programme in Abu Dhabi. 'It's a valuable opportunity for participants to learn directly from Korea's top instructors and experience the energy of K-POP. We hope this partnership with DIMA paves the way for sustained cultural exchange and the introduction of Korea's most cutting-edge K-POP content in the region,' Yong-hee said. Echoing that sentiment, Professor Yu Mi-ran, Dean of International and Admissions Affairs at DIMA, said the capital is a key cultural hub for expanding K-culture in new and creative directions. 'With our hands-on curriculum and proven track record in training global K-POP professionals, we hope to inspire and connect cultures through education. We envision this workshop as the starting point of a new K-POP education model linking Korea and the Arab world,' Mi-ran said. What to expect Dance and vocal training from actual K-pop pros from actual K-pop pros Female-only workshops , with separate sessions for youth, adults and kids (ages 14+) , with separate sessions for youth, adults and kids (ages 14+) Tracks you know and love , including BTS's 'I NEED YOU' , BLACKPINK's 'JUMP' , and NewJeans's 'Super Shy' , including BTS's , BLACKPINK's , and NewJeans's Special features, like a video production component for the kids' session to give them a taste of life behind the camera Location: Dee Studio, Abu Dhabi Programme: August 20 (Wednesday) – Youth Workshop – K-pop Dance Class (13:00 to 15:00) / Vocal (15:00 to 16:30) August 21 (Thursday) – Adult Workshop – K-pop Dance Class (13:00 to 15:00) / Vocal (15:00 to 16:30) August 22 (Friday) – Kids Workshop – K-pop Dance video recording (13:00 to 15:00) / Kpop Dance (15:00 to 16:30) > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Time Out Abu Dhabi
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
The UAE's first K-pop academy is coming to Abu Dhabi (and it's completely free)
K-Pop stans, you're going to want to drop everything and start practising your best idol impression. For the first time ever, a proper K-Pop training workshop is landing in Abu Dhabi – and it's giving serious idol bootcamp energy. From August 20 to 22, Dee Studio will transform into a K-Pop academy thanks to a collab between the Korean Cultural Center and South Korea's Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA) – the same powerhouse that helped train stars from SEVENTEEN, ZEROBASEONE and Kwon Eunbi. Yeah. So casual. The free workshop – dubbed Kpop Academy X DIMA Dream School – isn't just about copying choreography in front of a mirror. You'll get the full K-Pop trainee treatment, with sessions in dance, vocals and even video production, led by actual professors and student artists from DIMA. What's on the setlist? Expect to learn routines from absolute bangers like BTS' I Need You, BLACKPINK's Jump and NewJeans' Super Shy. There will also be songs from the Netflix animation K-Pop Demon Hunters – because why not throw in a fantasy twist while we're at it? Each day of the workshop is tailored to different age groups – so whether you're a kid, teen, or adult who's always wanted to master a hair flick and hit those high notes, it's time to live that idol fantasy. Full schedule (mark your calendars) Wednesday, August 20 (Youth) Dance: 1pm-3pm – HUNTR/X and BTS Vocal: 3pm-4.30pm – HUNTR/X and BTS Thursday, August 21 (Adults) Dance: 1pm-3pm – BLACKPINK Vocal: 3pm-4.30pm – BTS Friday, August 22 (Kids) Sessions will focus on performance and video production – perfect for mini-idols-in-training who want to get behind the camera too. Apart from being an absolute dream come true for UAE's K-Pop fanbase, this marks DIMA's first official visit to the UAE capital. And honestly? It's about time. With K-Pop's growing grip on the region, this workshop is a major moment for the Hallyu wave in the Middle East. So, if you've got dreams of joining your bias on stage (or just want to dance like no one's watching), this is your sign to sign up. Free event. Aug 20-22, 1-4.30pm. More things to do in Abu Dhabi Everything happening in Abu Dhabi in 2025 From new openings to big events, this is shaping up to be quite a year A dazzling meteor shower will be visible in the UAE tonight These are the best places to watch it Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted
