
Urdang
International
UAE.
Bringing West End training to the world.
Launched by Solange Urdang OBE in 2013, Urdang International brings industry experience into performing-arts training. Discover classes, school partnerships and a community that nurtures individuality.
Explore Urdang UAE

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Connect through a shared love of dance and performance.

Our school partners
Discover the schools helping performing arts flourish.

Find your class
Explore Urdang Theatre Schools and your next stage.
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Take your next step. Explore joining information and register your interest.
Different experiences. Different ambitions. A shared space to develop your talent and explore the performing arts.
Our mission & valuesSee the energy.
Feel the possibility.
Our UAE showreel — training, creativity and performance in motion.
A creative connection
across the UAE.
Through school partnerships, workshops and performance projects, Urdang International connects industry experience with school communities. Explore our published partnerships in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, within the wider Gulf region.
Al Furjan · Dubai
School partnership
Dubai Sports City · Dubai
School partnership
Saadiyat Island · Abu Dhabi
School partnership · workshops and dance projects
School group
Partnership across the cluster · contact us for participating campuses
School partnership
Contact us for participating campus details
This directory reflects published partnerships, not a complete live class timetable. Please confirm participating campuses and current availability with our team.

Mikey
Jay-Heath
Managing Director
Urdang-trained performer and Managing Director Mikey Jay-Heath brings experience from the West End and touring productions to the development of performing-arts training in the UAE.
Meet the team
Solange
Urdang OBE
Founder · Urdang International
A champion of diversity and opportunity in the performing arts, Solange Urdang OBE leads Urdang International with a commitment to talent, individuality and access. She was appointed OBE in 2024 for services to dance and musical theatre.
Meet SolangeThe difference
is felt.
“Our students have connected with all practitioners and have found all experiences memorable and rewarding.”
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi
“They design bespoke partnership packages to suit the needs and developments of each school and this ensures that our students progress massively in the arts.”
Gems Wellington Cluster
Before your
next step.
Questions about classes, joining or school partnerships? Start here.
Where can I find classes in the UAE?
Start with Find My Class to explore the published UAE locations. Our team can confirm current venues, timetables and availability.
Find my class ↗What kind of training does Urdang International offer?
Urdang International specialises in pre-vocational and professional performing-arts training. Explore the class pages or speak with the team about the programme that suits your interests.
Explore training ↗How do I join?
Visit Registration & Pricing for the current joining information. If you are unsure which programme to choose, ask the UAE team before registering.
Registration & pricing ↗Which class is right for me or my child?
Tell us about your interests and previous experience. The team can advise on suitable classes and confirm the entry requirements for each programme.
Ask the team ↗Where can I check fees and timetables?
Please check the current Registration & Pricing page and confirm your chosen class with the team. Fees, schedules and availability may vary by programme.
Check joining information ↗Can our school work with Urdang International?
We welcome conversations with schools about performing-arts training and collaboration. Get in touch to discuss your school and the kind of support you are looking for.
Discuss a school partnership ↗Your next stage
starts here.
Find your class, explore a school partnership or talk through your next step with our team.



