Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at West Bicester Community Centre, Bowmont Square, Shakespeare Drive, Bicester OX26 2GJ. On Wednesdays, the 4–7s session runs from 4:15pm to 5:15pm, followed by the 7–12s group at 5:20pm to 6:20pm. Every child can attend a free trial before booking a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running at West Bicester Community Centre, Shakespeare Drive since January 2023. Each Wednesday brings two back-to-back sessions: 4:15pm to 5:15pm for the 4–7s, then 5:20pm to 6:20pm for the 7–12s. Classes are capped at 22 children and always have two Perform staff present — at Bicester the teacher is Natasha, with Lizzie coordinating on the venue side and Area Partner Hannah overseeing the wider programme.
Every session weaves drama, dance and singing across three distinct sections. The 4–7s move through coordination games, yoga-inspired mirroring and rapid-reaction exercises; then specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps; and finally character work, storytelling and role-play improvisation. The 7–12s cover acting exercises — vocal projection, physicality and accents among them — alongside movement work and a speech-and-singing section where small group sizes mean most children take a solo or featured role at some point. Across both age groups, the curriculum is built around what Perform calls the 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination, woven through each activity.
This summer term, running through to 15 July, the 4–7s are aboard the Jammy Dodger for the Mermaids & Pirates theme; the 7–12s are working through The Dream, Perform's take on A Midsummer Night's Dream. Three times a year, family and friends are invited to half-termly Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations where children share what they have been rehearsing. Because Perform runs a rolling curriculum, children can join mid-term rather than waiting for September.
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Can my child try a class before we commit?
Yes. Every child can attend a free trial session before a block is booked, so you can see how they get on first. You can arrange this online, through Natasha (the class teacher) or by calling Perform on 020 7255 9120.
Which age groups run at Bicester?
Two groups: 4–7s and 7–12s. In the younger class, mixed ages are part of the design — younger children are stretched by the group, while older children practise influencing activities and gain leadership skills. In the 7–12s group, character and readiness to engage matter more than exact age or previous experience.
How are sessions booked and paid for?
Classes are sold in blocks of 10 consecutive sessions, with 20-session blocks and a monthly Direct Debit option also available. Bulk booking and sibling discounts apply. Perform accepts childcare vouchers and has a bursary scheme for families who need it. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10. No refunds are given, but cancelling with three days' notice converts unused sessions into account credit that can be used on other Perform products.
What happens if we miss a session?
Missed classes cannot be added to the end of a block. However, Perform operates a make-up system: your child can attend a class at another venue to cover a missed session, subject to availability at that venue.
What does a typical session look like?
Each one-hour session covers drama, dance and singing — different content each week within a termly theme. This summer the 4–7s are working through Mermaids & Pirates; the 7–12s are exploring The Dream. Both groups finish the term with a Presentation that parents and family are invited to watch. Parents also receive a weekly email from the teacher detailing that week's focus, plus a personalised Feedback Form at the end of the block.
Can my older child do more than weekly classes?
For 7–12s, Perform also offers LAMDA classes, Challenge Awards and Interview Technique as additional options alongside the weekly sessions.
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