Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform holds weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at St Peter and St Paul Church Hall (Octagon Hall), Church Street, Godalming GU7 1ER — every Friday, 4–7s at 4pm and 7–12s at 5:05pm. Every new child is welcome to a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running at St Peter and St Paul Church Hall in Godalming since January 2014 — over a decade of Friday afternoons in the Octagon Hall on Church Street. Two separate classes run back-to-back: the 4–7s session starts at 4pm and finishes at 5pm, then the 7–12s group takes over at 5:05pm until 6:05pm. The current term at this venue runs from 17 April to 17 July.
Each 60-minute class moves through three distinct sections rather than staying in one gear throughout. For the younger group, that means physical warm-up games and coordination work, a stretch of specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps, then character explorations and role-play improvisations. Older children cover acting and improvisation — vocal projection, physicality, accents — alongside movement and dance, and speech and singing. Class sizes are capped at 22 children, and two Perform staff members are present throughout every session. Because the programme runs a rolling curriculum, a child can join at any point in term rather than waiting for week one.
This summer term the 4–7s theme is Mermaids & Pirates, while the 7–12s are working on The Dream — a version of A Midsummer Night's Dream reimagined with footballers, pop stars and celebrities alongside Oberon and Titania. Three times a year, parents and family are invited to Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations to see what their children have been working on. Parents also receive a personalised written Feedback Form from the class Producer, and a weekly email detailing that week's focus.
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Can we try a session before signing up?
Yes — every child gets a free trial class. Book through the Perform website by finding the Godalming venue, or call the office directly.
What age groups does the Godalming class cover?
Two groups: 4–7s (Fridays 4–5pm) and 7–12s (Fridays 5.05–6:05pm). In the 4–7s group the mixed age range is deliberate — younger children are challenged by the group dynamic and older ones develop confidence in a leadership role. For 7–12s, readiness and character matter more than exact age or prior experience.
What happens in a typical session?
Every class combines drama, dance and singing — all three, every week, within a different focus each time. Younger children move through physical coordination games, songs and raps, then creative storytelling and improvisation. Older children work on acting and improvisation, movement and dance, and speech and singing. The curriculum shifts focus week to week, built around termly themes.
How does booking and payment work?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 sessions, or you can renew to the end of term at a slightly higher rate per class. A monthly Direct Debit option is also available. Perform does not offer refunds, but with three days' notice you can cancel and hold the credit on your account for use on other products. If your child misses a session, a make-up system allows attendance at another Perform venue, subject to availability. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10 classes.
Can I get a bursary or pay with childcare vouchers?
Perform offers a bursary scheme and accepts childcare vouchers — call the office for details.
What happens if my child wants to stop and then restart?
If you cancel with three days' notice, any remaining credit stays on your account. Should your child restart later, a minimum purchase of 10 consecutive classes applies.
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