Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at St John The Divine Church Hall on Ripley Road, West Worthing. The 4–7s group meets on Tuesdays at 4:15–5:15pm; the 7–12s follow at 5:20–6:20pm. Every child is entitled to a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Tuesday afternoons at St John The Divine Church Hall run back-to-back: the 4–7s are in at 4:15pm, the 7–12s step in at 5:20pm — a schedule that works well for families with children in both groups. The class is run by Samantha and Mylo, and Area Partner Sam visits regularly. This summer term runs from 14th April to 14th July, with no session on Tuesday 26th May.
Each one-hour session covers drama, dance and singing. For the 4–7s the format divides into three sections each week: physical work involving dances, rapid-reaction games and yoga-inspired mirroring exercises; songs, tongue-twisters and specially composed raps; and character explorations and storytelling improvisations. The 7–12s cover acting and improvisation (drama games, focus work, vocal projection, physicality and accents), movement and dance, and speech and singing, with class sizes capped at 22 and two Perform staff present throughout — small enough that most children get a solo or featured moment in the singing section. This summer the 4–7s are setting sail on the good ship Jammy Dodger for Mermaids & Pirates. The 7–12s are working on The Dream, drawing on A Midsummer Night's Dream with footballers, popstars and celebrities in the mix.
Perform's curriculum is built around four areas it calls the 4 Cs — Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination — woven into every activity rather than taught as separate modules. The rolling curriculum means children can join at any point in the term, without waiting for a new term to begin. Parents receive a weekly email from the Producer covering that week's focus, and a personalised written feedback form signed by Principal Lucy Quick. Three times a year, families are invited to Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations to watch what their children have been building towards.
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Can my child try a session before we commit?
Yes — every child is entitled to a free trial class. You can book online by finding the West Worthing venue, through the class Producer, or by phone. There is no obligation to continue.
What ages are the Tuesday classes here?
Two groups run: 4–7s at 4:15–5:15pm and 7–12s at 5:20–6:20pm. In the 4–7s Perform deliberately keeps a mixed age range — younger children are stretched by the group while older ones gain confidence by taking on a more active role. For the 7–12s, previous experience matters less than character and readiness; children who haven't done drama before are welcome.
How does booking and payment work?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 sessions, with options to renew to the end of term or pay monthly by Direct Debit. New customers who join Perform's mailing list receive £30 off a first block of 10. Childcare vouchers are accepted, and a bursary scheme is available — call the office for details. Missed sessions cannot be added to the end of a block, though a make-up system lets children attend another Perform venue subject to availability. Cancellations require three days' notice; the credit transfers to your account for use on other Perform products rather than as a refund.
What should my child wear?
No uniform is required. Comfortable clothes that allow free movement make sense for a session that combines dance, movement exercises and drama.
What happens at the end of term?
Three times a year, family and friends are invited to Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations where children show what they have been working on. Holiday courses also include mini-performances.
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