Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform drama classes for children aged 4–12 run on Tuesdays and Fridays at St George And All Saints Church Hall, Crayford Road, Tufnell Park (N7 0ND). Every child is entitled to a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running weekly drama classes at St George And All Saints Church Hall in Tufnell Park since January 2018. Two age groups run back-to-back each day: the 4–7s class starts at 4pm and runs until 5pm, followed by the 7–12s from 5:05pm to 6:05pm. On Tuesdays, Lauren (Producer) and Hannah (Teacher) lead both sessions; on Fridays, the classes are in the hands of Emily (Producer) and Steven (Teacher). Every session is capped at 22 children and has two Perform staff members throughout.
Each hour-long session weaves drama, dance and singing into three distinct sections. The 4–7s work through Move & Feel — dances, rapid-reaction games and yoga-inspired exercises — before moving into Listen, Speak & Sing, where children learn specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps. The final section, Create & Imagine, brings in character explorations, storytelling and role-playing improvisation. This summer the 4–7s are off on the Jammy Dodger for Mermaids & Pirates. The 7–12s follow a parallel structure — Acting & Improvising, Movement & Dance, and Speech & Singing — and this term explore The Dream, Perform's staging of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
The curriculum is built around what Perform calls The 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination. Because Perform runs a rolling programme, children can join at any point rather than waiting for a new block to begin. Parents receive a weekly email from the Producer on that session's focus, as well as a personalised Feedback Form signed by Principal Lucy Quick. Three times yearly, family and friends are invited to Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations so everyone can see what has been learnt.
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Can we try a class before committing?
Yes. Every child is entitled to a free trial session. Booking is available through the Perform website, through your class Producer, or by phone.
What ages are the classes for?
There are two groups: 4–7s and 7–12s. In the 4–7s, Perform deliberately keeps a mixed age range so younger children are stretched by the group and older ones gain leadership skills. In the 7–12s, previous experience and character matter more than exact age.
What happens in a typical session?
Sessions last one hour and cover drama, dance and singing — each week with a different focus. The 4–7s move through three sections: Move & Feel, Listen Speak & Sing, and Create & Imagine. The 7–12s work through Acting & Improvising, Movement & Dance, and Speech & Singing. The curriculum changes each term around a new theme.
How does booking and payment work?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 consecutive sessions. Alternatively, you can renew to the end of term at a slightly higher rate per class, or pay monthly by Direct Debit. Perform does not offer refunds, but sessions cancelled with at least three days' notice generate a credit transferable to other Perform products. If your child restarts after a gap, a minimum of 10 consecutive classes must be purchased. A bursary scheme is available, and childcare vouchers are accepted. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10 classes.
Is there a summer holiday course at this venue?
Yes. A Peter Pan holiday course runs Monday 3rd to Friday 7th August, 10am–3pm, and is open to children aged 4–10. You can choose a three-, four- or five-day option.
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