Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at All Saints Church Hall on The Causeway in Marlow (SL7 2AA), every Monday during term time. The 4–7s class starts at 4:00 pm and the 7–12s follow at 5:05 pm. Every child can attend a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running Monday classes at All Saints Church Hall, The Causeway, Marlow since September 2011. The 4–7s session runs 4:00–5:00 pm, with the 7–12s taking over the hall straight after at 5:05–6:05 pm — a practical arrangement for families with children in both age groups. Teacher Dominic leads the sessions; Producer Catherine handles enrolments and local communication; Area Partner Gemma visits regularly.
Each class weaves together drama, dance and singing, structured around what Perform calls the 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination. For the younger group, a session might move from coordination games and yoga-inspired mirroring exercises through to a specially composed song or tongue-twister, then into a character exploration or storytelling improvisation — all within the hour. Older children in the 7–12s class work on vocal projection and physicality, progress through movement and dance sequences, and practise speech and singing in small enough groups that most children get a solo or featured part. This summer, the 4–7s are setting sail on the Jammy Dodger for Mermaids & Pirates, while the 7–12s tackle The Dream, retelling the story of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Class sizes are capped at 22, with two Perform staff in the room at all times.
Because Perform runs a rolling curriculum, there is no need to wait for a new term to start. The current term at Marlow runs from 13th April to 13th July, with no Monday sessions on 4th May or 25th May. Parents receive a personalised written feedback form from their Producer — signed by Principal Lucy Quick — and a weekly email detailing that week's focus, which makes it easy to follow what your child has been working on.
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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 contact Producer Catherine to arrange this at the Marlow Monday sessions, or book directly through the Perform website.
How do classes work once we sign up?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 consecutive sessions (or 20, or to the end of term at a slightly higher rate per class). If your child misses a session, the missed class cannot be added to the end of the block, but Perform's make-up system allows attendance at another venue to cover it, subject to availability. If you need to cancel, three days' notice transfers the remaining credit to your account for future use.
What ages are catered for, and does my child need experience?
The two classes at Marlow cover ages 4–7 and 7–12. For the younger group, the mixed age range is part of the design — children at different stages learn from and encourage one another. For the 7–12s, Perform says previous experience matters less than character; there is no audition or prior knowledge required.
What happens in a typical session?
Each hour-long class covers three areas. Younger children move through coordination-based dances and rapid-reaction games, a singing and speech section (think tongue-twisters and specially composed songs), and a creative drama segment — storytelling, character explorations, role-play improvisation. Older children work on acting and improvisation, movement and dance, and speech and singing, with small groups meaning most children get a solo or featured moment. The content changes every week and follows termly themes, so returning children are not covering the same ground.
Is there any financial support or flexibility on payment?
Perform offers a bursary scheme for families who need it, accepts childcare vouchers, and has a monthly Direct Debit option. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10 classes.
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