Where Young People Shine
Professional dance, drama and musical theatre training designed to build confidence, creativity and self-belief.
Build Confidence Through Performing Arts
Professional musical theatre, dance and drama classes in Strathaven for children aged 2–18.
✨ Boutique class sizes
✨ Industry-trained teaching team
✨ Inclusive & confidence-building environment
✨ 2-week trial available
Meet Our Founder
Founded by BA Hons Musical Theatre graduate and mum of four, Lianne McHugh, Dramalam was created to help children grow in confidence, creativity and self-belief through high-quality performing arts training.
The Dramalam Journey
Tiny Stars Ages 3-5
Ballet • Musical Theatre • Acro • Contemporary Modern Jazz
A magical introduction to movement, music and performance for our youngest stars.
Junior Stars Ages 5–7
Ballet & Tap • Musical Theatre • Acro & Contemporary Modern Jazz • Hip Hop & Commercial
Building confidence, creativity and performance skills through professional training in a nurturing environment.
Rising Stars Ages 8–12
Musical Theatre • Hip Hop & Commercial • Acro & Contemporary Modern Jazz • Ballet & Tap
Developing performance technique, confidence and stage presence through high-quality training, exciting performance opportunities and a supportive, inspiring environment.
Pro Stars Senior Performers
Advanced training, exciting productions and high-level performance opportunities.
DPA Elevate Elite
Pre-Vocational Training
An inspiring 8-hour weekly training programme for passionate young performers looking to develop their skills, confidence and performance technique in a supportive and professional environment.
Training Includes:
Ballet & PBT • Acting Through Song • Acro • Theatre Craft • Acting for Stage & Screen • Contemporary Modern Jazz • Commercial • Personal Development
Building Community Through Creativity
At Dramalam, we believe confidence and connection begin long before stepping onto the stage. From Baby Stars classes to family events, walking groups and stay & plays, we’re proud to create a welcoming community for families at every stage of the journey.
My son loves his Dramalam family. His confidence and skills have grown so much over the last year and he now helps out with the younger classes. The staff are always friendly and approchable. It really is like one big family. 🥰
Hazel Devlin
Dramalam Parent - Son Lewis has appeared in BAFTA winning movie "I Swear"
Dramalam provides an inclusive and nurturing environment while allowing children to grow in confidence while performing. My daughter absolutely loves her weekly musical theatre classes and Lianne and her team really get to know the children and help them to develop their skills.
Lindsey Dodds
Dramalam Parent
Rebecca joined Dramalam last year and has totally fallen in love with all things musical theatre and counts down the days until her next class. Lianne, Callum and the team are truly amazing!
Claire McKenzie
Dramalam Parent
Why Families Choose Dramalam
✓ Professional industry-trained teachers
✓ Small, nurturing class sizes
✓ Confidence-building approach
✓ Inclusive & wellbeing-led environment
✓ Performance opportunities
✓ Based in Strathaven
✓ Classes from ages 3–17
