Monday, March 03, 2025
Dreaming to be a K-pop idol? Now, your dreams might be closer than you think!
On 3 March 2025, SM Universe (Singapore) announces the launch of Southeast Asia’s first K-pop training academy in *SCAPE this June 2025.
The global demand for K-pop continues to experience robust growth— with a remarkable 423% increase in Spotify streaming of K-pop in Southeast Asia (SEA) from 2018 to 2023.
SM Universe (Singapore) is here to meet the global demand—with aim to provide aspiring K-pop artists in Singapore and the broader SEA region with a unique platform to realise their dreams!
The academy will provide local and regional K-pop aspirants with first-class comprehensive learning opportunities developed and delivered by K-pop industry veterans. The academy’s flagship programme is a 21-week intensive training, which focuses on developing students’ skills in vocals, dance, music production, and overall stage presence.
The programme culminates in a one-week training in the SM Universe campus in Seoul, where top students will also have the opportunity to audition with South Korean entertainment agencies. Short-term programmes will also be available, offering individuals the chance to enhance their skills.
About SM Universe
SM Universe, a subsidiary of SM Entertainment, is a global pop culture and arts education institution focused on K-pop education and the discovery of new talent, providing systematic training programmes and opportunities for aspiring artists to succeed not only in Korea but also on the global stage. SM Entertainment, its parent company, is a global entertainment company with a roster of top K-Pop artists, including NCT, aespa, and RIIZE.
About SM Universe (Singapore)
SM Universe (Singapore) is Southeast Asia’s pioneering K-pop training academy, designed to empower aspiring K-pop artists from the region to realize their full potential. Through comprehensive training programmes developed and delivered by K-pop industry veterans, the academy aims to equip local and regional students with a holistic skill sets, in their journey towards becoming successful global artists.
