What ages does Diverse Performing Arts teach?

The school's headline range is 3 to 18. Twinkle Toes baby ballet is described for ages 2 to 4, Dance Fusion starts at age 3, Mini Musical Theatre is for age 4, drama is for ages 5 to 18, and holiday camps are for ages 5 to 14.

Is there a free trial class?

Yes. Register on the school's website and the admissions team will contact you to arrange a free trial in one of the classes.

How much are classes?

The school's Jackrabbit booking page lists Term 1 2026/27 (7 September to 13 December 2026) tuition per class, with no currency shown: 3,500 for the 3-hour weekly Elementary musical theatre class (dance, drama and singing, 1 hour each); 2,111.11 for the 1.5-hour Junior musical theatre class; 1,500 for one-hour RAD ballet and ISTD exam classes; 1,000 for 30-minute classes such as Mini Dance Fusion; and 2,888.89 for a weekly 30-minute private singing or drama lesson. Only classes with spaces are listed, so confirm the fee for your child's class with admissions.

When are classes held?

The published timetable runs seven days a week: weekday classes mostly from about 3:15pm to 8:45pm, Friday from 12:30pm to about 7pm, Saturday from 9:30am to 3pm and Sunday from 9am to 8pm. Times depend on the class and level.

Can my child take exams?

Yes. The school offers yearly exams in recognised syllabi, with RAD ballet and ISTD modern and tap exam classes and Trinity drama on the class list.

Where is it and how do I get in touch?

Diverse Studios, M1 to M6, Entrance A, The Curve Building, Al Quoz 3, on Sheikh Zayed Road. Call 800 DIVERSE (800 3483773) or +971 4 330 7338, WhatsApp admissions on 050 142 7592, or email admissions@diversechoreography.com.

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Diverse Performing Arts Center: musical theatre, dance, drama and singing in Al Quoz

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Free trial

Diverse Performing Arts Center is a dance, drama, singing and musical theatre school set in its own studios in The Curve Building on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Quoz. It was started in 2008 by husband and wife Scott and Lisa Marshall. Classes cover children from age 3 to 18 (with baby ballet from age 2), from complete beginners to young performers thinking about a stage career. The timetable is big: musical theatre (split into dance, drama and singing), Dance Fusion, RAD ballet, ISTD modern and tap, hip hop, commercial pop, jazz, lyrical, acro, group and performance drama, and private singing and drama lessons. Students can take yearly exams in recognised syllabi such as RAD ballet, ISTD and Trinity drama. The school says it stages three productions a year, so students aged 5 and over get the chance to perform in at least one show. There are also holiday camps, workshops with visiting choreographers, a children's agency and a Green Room Café on site. New students start with a free trial class.

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The activity

Musical Theatre, explained

Musical theatre puts singing, acting and dancing together in one class. Children learn to sing with good technique, to play a character, to improvise and deliver lines, and to pick up choreography, then combine all three in songs and scenes from shows. It builds confidence, memory, teamwork and stage presence, and it suits both the child who loves the spotlight and the quieter one who needs a push. Many schools start children around age 3 or 4 in short, playful 'mini' classes, moving to longer weekly sessions and shows as they grow. Some students go on to take graded exams or train towards drama school.

Who it's for

Children aged 3 to 18, from complete beginners to advanced students; Twinkle Toes baby ballet and Baby Bop on the timetable are described for ages 2 to 4. Drama classes are for ages 5 to 18; Dance Fusion runs from age 3; Mini Musical Theatre on the timetable is for age 4; ISTD Modern Primary, Grade 1 and Grade 2 are listed for 6 to 8 years. Some classes are invite-only (such as performance ballet), and the semi-professional course is auditioned, for ages 14+. Camps are for ages 5 to 14.

What to expect

Your first step is a free trial class: fill in the registration form on the school's website and the admissions team gets in touch to arrange it. Classes are grouped by level (Mini, Junior, Elementary, Intermediate, Senior) and by exam grade for RAD ballet and ISTD. Musical theatre runs as one weekly block: Junior classes last 1.5 hours; Elementary runs 3 hours, one hour each of dance, drama and singing. A Dance Fusion class starts with a technical warm-up, then routines mixing hip hop, commercial and contemporary jazz. For uniform, kit and what to bring, ask the provider.

Highlights

Free trial class for new students, booked through the registration form (diversechoreography.com)
Classes for ages 3 to 18, beginner to advanced, plus baby ballet for ages 2 to 4 (diversechoreography.com)
Exam classes in RAD ballet and ISTD modern and tap; Trinity drama also offered (diversechoreography.com)
The school says it stages three productions a year, giving students aged 5+ the chance to perform (diversechoreography.com)
Classes seven days a week, including Saturday and Sunday mornings (diversechoreography.com timetable)
4.7 on Google from 148 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Diverse Performing Arts is rated 4.7 on Google from 148 reviews. 128 of those are five-star, 7 are four-star, 5 three-star and 8 one-star.

The facts

Ages: 3 to 18 years (baby ballet 2 to 4; drama 5 to 18; camps 5 to 14; Mini Musical Theatre age 4; ISTD Modern Primary to Grade 2: 6 to 8 years; semi-professional 14+, auditioned)
Prices: Term 1 2026/27 (7 Sep to 13 Dec 2026) tuition on the school's Jackrabbit page, currency not shown: 3,500 for the 3-hour Elementary musical theatre class; 2,111.11 for 1.5-hour Junior musical theatre; 1,500 for one-hour RAD ballet and ISTD exam classes; 1,000 for 30-minute classes (e.g. Mini Dance Fusion); 2,888.89 for a weekly 30-minute private singing or drama lesson. Only classes with spaces are listed; confirm your child's fee with admissions.
Schedule: Published timetable, seven days a week: weekdays mostly about 3:15pm-8:45pm; Friday 12:30pm-7pm; Saturday 9:30am-3pm; Sunday 9am-8pm (varies by class and level)
Trial: Free trial class; register online and admissions will arrange it
Where: Diverse Studios, M1-M6 (Entrance A), The Curve Building, Al Quoz 3, Dubai
How to book: app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=548855 · 800 3483773 · +971 50 142 7592 · [email protected]

Questions parents ask

Good to know

Studios: Diverse Studios, M1 to M6, Entrance A, The Curve Building, Al Quoz 3 (diversechoreography.com)
Green Room Café on site with healthy food and drinks for students and parents (diversechoreography.com)
Wheelchair-accessible entrance, toilet and car park; card and NFC payments accepted (Google listing)
The school also runs after-school performing arts classes at other locations around Dubai; ask which ones (diversechoreography.com)
2026/27 Term 1 runs 7 September to 13 December 2026 on the school's booking page (Jackrabbit)