Poor management of ‘Dream Concert Abu Dhabi’ reignites fears over K-pop’s reputation abroad
11/26/2025, 6:27:56 AM

Mismanagement surrounding Dream Concert Abu Dhabi, held Saturday at Etihad Park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has reignited concerns that poorly run overseas shows could undermine the global reputation of K-pop concerts. The one-day event, promoted by local organizer Theory Eleven Entertainment in partnership with Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism and entertainment company Miral, drew widespread criticism from local K-pop fans after a series of operational failure






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