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Korea-Uganda 60th Anniversary Event: 2023 K-POP Festival

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May 5, 2023

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As part of the celebrations marking the 60^th anniversary of Korea-Uganda diplomatic relations, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uganda is organizing the 2023 K-POP Festival in Uganda. K-POP stands for Korean Popular Music and this festival will include a K-POP singing or dancing contest open to both individuals and groups. There will be auditions and a final event that are in person and open to the public.

1. Eligibility

The contest is open to all Ugandans
Participation is as an individual or in a group

2. How to apply

Fill in the application form at https://han.gl/kYREFi and be present on the day of the auditions. The application deadline is 15^th May 2023.

3.Events

1) 1^st Round: Auditions
- Date: Saturday 20^th May 2023
- Venue: Makerere University Yusuf Lule Auditorium
- Time: Starting at 1:00 pm

There will also be a K-POP Random Play Dance event, and everyone is invited to participate and watch . Successful applicants will qualify for the Grand K-POP festival.

2) 2^nd Round: Grand K-POP Festival
- Date: Friday 26^th May 2023
- Venue: Makerere University Yusuf Lule Auditorium
- Time: 1:00 pm
- Number of Winners: 4 (Gold 1, Silver 1, Bronze 2)

4. Key points

Fill in the online application form (one form for an individual participant or one form for group participation) and get ready to show your talent
Only K-POP songs will be considered
The Evaluation Criteria is as as follows;
- Choreography, Composition, Uniformity 30%
- Expression 40%
- Stage Charisma 30%
For participants dancing, those who closely who closely follow the original choreography of the K-POP song will be awarded higher scores
The Top Three winners (Dance 2, Vocal 1) will qualify for the Global Audition of the K-POP World 2023 in Korea
Please fill in the survey https://mofa2023.pmirnc.io/mofa/1/90/kw_kpop/1

Keep checking on the embassy’s social media for updates and any changes.

For any further inquiries, email korembassyug@gmail.com

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