FAQs
Throughout the year, we work towards examinations and professional performances and events, and of course our special end of year DPA Annual Production and full-length Musicals.
DPA were thrilled to be the first Performing Arts and Dance School to be invited to perform their annual shows at Dubai Opera. Our DPA Annual Performance features all our DPA Students from our Academy and the Musical features our Youth Theatre Company. Our previous full-length Musical at Dubai Opera was ‘FOOTLOOSE’, as our Principal Johnny played the lead role of Chuck in the original West End cast!
Our newly designed DPA uniform consists of hand-made pieces in various styles. We also have ISTD Tap and Modern, and RAD Ballet examination uniforms and footwear available to purchase in our DPA Office.
Registrations and Payments
DPA offer trial classes for all new students and all class fees are done on a termly basis. All payments and registrations are done electronically and we also have our DPA Office, located on the ground floor of the secondary school of Dubai British School, Jumeirah Park. Please contact us for full details on all our classes and prices, including our popular DPA Loyalty Packages for students taking various classes and disciplines, and sibling discounts.
Contact our Operations Team on +971 56 173 7545 Monday to Thursday 10am to 6pm, and Friday 10am to 3pm to arrange an appointment in person, or email the DPA Team at info@dubaiperformingarts.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please use our contact information to have your queries answered. We are always happy to assist with recommendations of suitable classes for your child.
- Dubai British School, Jumeriah Park(DBS JP)
- Dubai British School, Emirates Hills (DBS EH)
- Dubai British Foundation (DBF)
- Jebel Ali School (JAS)
Our DPA classes start from 90 AED/class payable on a termly basis.
We accept students mid-term, providing we have availability in your chosen class. If a place is available, you will only be charged for the remainder of the term, on a pro-rata basis.
Yes, all students must wear the correct DPA Uniform for their classes. All of your uniform can be purchased from the DPA Office.
DPA have their own branded; leotard, jackets, shorts and leggings. For ISTD and RAD classes their is a set uniform which can also be purchased in our DPA office.
DPA Uniforms
DPA have approved uniform for all of our classes, which is available to purchase directly from the DPA office. Below is a breakdown of the uniform requirements for all exam classes with DPA.
For all non-exam classes, we have a wide variety of options for each child to wear, this can be purchased from the DPA office also.
Student’s must have their hair in a ballet bun for all DPA Ballet classes
Pre-Primary & Primary Ballet –
Pink Leotard with Attached Skirt
Pink Ballet Socks
Pink Ballet shoes
Grade 1 – Grade 3
Turquoise Blue Leotard
Pink Ballet Tights
Pink Ballet Shoes
Character Skirt
Character Shoes
Grade 4 – 5
Navy Blue Leotard
Pink Ballet Tights
Pink Ballet Shoes
Character Skirt
Character Shoes
Grade 6 – Grade 8
Navy Blue Leotard
Pink Ballet Tights
Pink Leather Ballet Shoes
Character Skirt
Character Shoes
Free Movement Skirt
Intermediate Foundation & Above
Black Leotard
Pink Ballet Tights
Pink Ballet Shoes
Pink Ballet Shoes
Pointe Shoes
Pre-Primary – Grade 3
White Tight T-Shirt
Black Shorts
White Socks
White Ballet Shoes
Grade 4 – Advanced 1
White Tight T-Shirt or Leotard
Black Tights
White Socks
White Ballet Shoes
Student’s hair must be tied back neatly and off their face for all classes.
Primary – Grade 3
DPA Leotard
DPA Shorts
Barefoot
Grade 4 & Above
DPA Leotard
DPA Leggings
Barefoot
Primary – Advanced 1
Black Tight T-shirt
Black Shorts
Barefoot
Student’s hair must be tied back neatly and off their face for all DPA classes.
Primary – Grade 3
DPA Leotard
DPA Shorts
Tap Shoes
Grade 4 & Above
DPA Leotard
DPA Leggings
Tap Shoes
Primary – Advanced 1
White Shirt
Black Trousers
Black Tap Shoes
Black Socks
