Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at Meads Hall, 77 Meads Road, Eastbourne (BN20 7QL) every Tuesday — 4–7s at 4:00pm and 7–12s at 5:05pm. Every child can attend a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running at Meads Hall since September 2023, with two back-to-back classes every Tuesday: the 4–7s group starts at 4:00pm, followed by the 7–12s at 5:05pm, each running for an hour. Teacher David leads the sessions alongside Producer Raphaella, who keeps parents informed with a weekly email and personalised termly feedback forms signed by Perform Principal Lucy Quick. Area Partner Sam visits in a quality-oversight capacity. The current term runs from 14th April to 14th July, with no session on Tuesday 26th May; because Perform uses a rolling curriculum, new joiners can start any week without waiting for a term boundary.
Each session weaves together drama, dance and singing across three distinct sections. The 4–7s class moves through physical games and yoga-inspired exercises, learns specially composed songs and raps, then stretches imaginations through character work and storytelling. This summer their theme is Mermaids & Pirates — a seafaring adventure aboard the good ship Jammy Dodger. The 7–12s class runs through acting and improvisation to build vocal projection and stage presence, then progresses through movement and dance before finishing with speech and singing in small groups where most children take a solo or featured part. Their summer theme is The Dream, drawn from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Every class is capped at 22 children and always has two Perform staff members present.
The curriculum is built around what Perform calls the 4 Cs — Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination — woven into every activity. For 7–12s, optional additions include LAMDA classes, Challenge Awards and Interview Technique. Classes run in blocks of ten consecutive sessions booked in advance; if your child misses a week, a make-up system allows them to attend another Perform venue subject to availability.
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Can we try a session before signing up?
Yes. Every child is entitled to one free trial class with no obligation to continue. Book through the Perform website to secure a place at Meads Hall.
What ages does this class take?
The two Tuesday classes cover children aged 4 to 12. The 4–7s session runs 4:00pm–5:00pm; the 7–12s runs 5:05pm–6:05pm. Within the 4–7s band, mixed ages work in everyone's favour — younger children are stretched by the group, while older ones gain leadership experience. For the 7–12s, character and enthusiasm matter more than exact age.
How do I book?
Sign up online, contact Producer Raphaella directly, or call the Perform office. Classes are booked in blocks of ten consecutive sessions. New customers who join the Perform mailing list receive £30 off their first block of ten. A monthly Direct Debit option and a bursary scheme are available, and Perform accepts childcare vouchers.
What happens in a typical session?
Sessions combine drama, dance and singing with a different focus each week. The 4–7s class runs through physical games and movement exercises, songs and tongue-twisters, then character and storytelling work. The 7–12s class covers acting and improvisation, movement and dance, and speech and singing — with most children taking a solo or featured part in the singing section. Every class has two Perform staff members and is capped at 22 children.
What should my child wear or bring?
Comfortable clothing that allows free movement is well suited to any active drama session. Producer Raphaella is the best person to ask about anything venue-specific when you book your free trial.
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