What ages does Drama Scene teach?

From 3 to 18. The youngest acting class is Scene 1 (3-5), then Scene 2 (6-7), Scene 3 (8-9), Scene 4 (10-12) and Acting Teens (13-18). Musical Theatre also starts at 3-5.

Can my child take a LAMDA exam?

Yes. LAMDA exams are optional and open to students aged 5 and over, in acting, musical theatre, verse and prose, and public speaking.

How much do classes cost?

Fees are per term. For Term 1 2026 (31 August - 22 November), the school's booking system lists AED 2,545 for 45-minute classes, AED 2,615 for one-hour classes and AED 2,920 for 90-minute classes. Click Register on the studio schedule to book.

Is there a trial class?

The site doesn't publish a trial policy. Ask the provider, using the Enquire Now or Request a Call Back form on the site, or by phone or WhatsApp.

Do they run holiday workshops?

Yes. Weekly themed workshops for ages 4-12 run in the winter, spring and summer holidays. The next is the Winter Workshop, 14-18 December 2026.

How do I get in touch?

Email info@dramascene.com, call +971 4 296 5330 or +971 55 310 0984, or WhatsApp +971 55 310 0984.

DRAMA SCENE

ArtDrama

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

Umm Suqeim

Ages3+years and up
PriceAED 2,545a term, lowest price
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DRAMA SCENE has been running since 2008 from its studios at The Mall on Jumeirah Road, Umm Suqeim 3, and describes itself as the largest skill-based performing arts school in the Middle East. It teaches Acting, Musical Theatre and Public Speaking to children and teens aged 3-18. On the Term 1 2026 timetable, Acting runs from Scene 1 (3-5) through Scene 2 (6-7), Scene 3 (8-9) and Scene 4 (10-12) to Acting Teens (13-18); Musical Theatre has groups for 3-5, 6-7, 8-12 and 13-18; and there is a Sunday Youth Theatre group for 12-18. Students aged 5 and over can take optional LAMDA exams (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art). Classes run in three terms a year: Terms 1 and 2 build towards a recital, and in the April-July term Acting and Musical Theatre students perform in a ticketed annual production. Themed holiday workshops for 4-12s run in the winter, spring and summer breaks. Term fees are listed in the school's booking system, from AED 2,545. It's rated 4.8 on Google from 183 reviews.

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The activity

Drama, explained

Drama classes use games, improvisation and scripted scenes to build a child's confidence speaking and performing in front of others. Kids work on voice, movement, characterisation and teamwork, often building towards a showcase, recital or exam. Classes are usually grouped by age so younger children focus on imaginative play and older ones move into scripted acting, musical theatre or public speaking. Many drama schools also offer accredited exams (such as LAMDA) for children who want a formal qualification alongside the fun.

Who it's for

Children and teens aged 3-18. Acting: Scene 1 (3-5), Scene 2 (6-7), Scene 3 (8-9), Scene 4 (10-12) and Acting Teens (13-18). Musical Theatre: 3-5, 6-7, 8-12 and 13-18. Public Speaking: 8-12 and 13-18. Youth Theatre: 12-18. Holiday workshops: 4-12. The site doesn't mention special-needs provision - ask the provider.

What to expect

Classes are weekly and grouped by age. On the Term 1 timetable, the 3-5 classes and Acting Scene 2 (6-7) are 45 minutes; Acting Scene 3 and 4 and Musical Theatre for 6-7s are one hour; Musical Theatre for 8+, Public Speaking, Acting Teens and Youth Theatre are 90 minutes. Younger children work through role play, story telling, props and creative movement; older ones move into improvisation, vocal work, monologues and scene work. Term 1 runs 31 August to 22 November 2026. The site has Enquire Now and Request a Call Back forms; it doesn't publish a trial policy, so ask the provider about a trial class and what to bring.

Highlights

Running since 2008; the school describes itself as the largest skill-based performing arts school in the Middle East (dramascene.com)
Acting, Musical Theatre and Public Speaking in age groups from 3 to 18 (dramascene.com)
Optional LAMDA exams for students aged 5 and over; the school says it enters 300-plus students a year (dramascene.com)
Themed holiday workshops for 4-12s in the winter, spring and summer breaks, ending with a show for family (dramascene.com)
Terms 1 and 2 build to a recital; Acting and Musical Theatre students perform in a ticketed annual production in the April-July term (dramascene.com)
4.8 on Google from 183 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

DRAMA SCENE has a 4.8 rating on Google from 183 reviews: 163 five-star and 10 four-star, with 10 at three stars or below. Parent testimonials on the school's own site mention children growing in confidence and public speaking, LAMDA exam results, and helpful front-desk staff.

The facts

Ages: 3-18: Acting Scene 1 (3-5) to Acting Teens (13-18), Musical Theatre 3-5 to 13-18, Public Speaking 8-12 and 13-18, Youth Theatre 12-18, holiday workshops 4-12 (dramascene.com)
Prices: Term 1 2026, per term: AED 2,545 (45-minute classes), AED 2,615 (60-minute), AED 2,920 (90-minute) (dramascene.com booking system)
Schedule: Term 1: 31 August - 22 November 2026. Weekly classes Tuesday to Sunday, 45-90 minutes; e.g. 3-5s Acting Wed 3:15pm, Fri 2:30pm or Sun 9:30am; Youth Theatre Sun 5-6:30pm; full timetable at dramascene.com/studio-schedule (dramascene.com)
Trial: Ask the provider
Where: The Mall, Jumeirah Rd, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai
How to book: dramascene.com/studio-schedule · +971 4 296 5330 · +971 55 310 0984 · wa.me/971553100984 · [email protected]

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Good to know

Studios at The Mall, Jumeirah Rd, Umm Suqeim 3 (dramascene.com)
Classes run Tuesday to Sunday, including weekend morning slots (dramascene.com)
Term 1 2026 fees: AED 2,545 for 45-minute classes, AED 2,615 for one-hour and AED 2,920 for 90-minute classes (dramascene.com booking system)
Wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance (Google listing)