Perform drama classes for 7-12s
Perform runs weekly drama classes for children aged 4–12 at Hills Road Sports and Tennis Centre on Purbeck Road, Cambridge (CB2 8PF). The 4–7s class is on Wednesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm; the 7–12s class follows immediately, 5:05pm to 6:05pm. Every child can attend a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been at Hills Road Sports and Tennis Centre every Wednesday during term time since January 2013 — long enough to be a fixture in south Cambridge's after-school landscape. Both age groups run back-to-back: 4–7s at 4:00pm, 7–12s at 5:05pm, each session an hour long. Teacher Victoria runs the room; James is the Producer, with Area Partner Sophie overseeing the Cambridge programme.
The current summer term runs from 15th April to 15th July, with no session on Wednesday 27th May. This term the 4–7s class follows the Mermaids & Pirates theme — the crew of the Jammy Dodger, faraway lands, that sort of thing. The 7–12s are working on The Dream, Perform's take on A Midsummer Night's Dream, populated with footballers, popstars and celebrities alongside Oberon and Titania.
Every session weaves drama, dance and singing together rather than treating them as separate subjects. For the 7–12s, the hour splits into three sections: Acting & Improvising (drama games, character communication, vocal projection, physicality and accents, building presence and public-speaking confidence); Movement & Dance (energetic group exercises progressing into coordination and core-stability work); and Speech & Singing (vocal flexibility, articulation and projection, with most children getting solo or featured moments because the group is capped at 22 with two staff in the room). The 4–7s follow a parallel structure built around movement, song and character exploration — shorter activities, faster pace.
The whole curriculum is organised around what Perform call the 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination. These aren't bolt-on goals; every activity is designed around them. Because the curriculum rolls continuously, children can join at any point — no waiting for a new term. James sends parents a weekly email about that week's focus, and each child receives a personalised Feedback Form written by James and signed by Principal Lucy Quick.
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Can my child try a class before we commit?
Yes — every child is entitled to a free trial session. You can book through Perform's website by searching for the Hills Road venue, by phone, or through the class Producer.
Which age group is this class for?
Both groups run here on Wednesdays: the 4–7s from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, and the 7–12s from 5:05pm to 6:05pm. In the older group, previous experience matters less than you might expect — Perform say character is more relevant than exact age.
How are classes booked and paid for?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 sessions. You can also renew to the end of term at a slightly higher per-class rate, or pay monthly by Direct Debit. A bursary scheme is available, and Perform accepts childcare vouchers. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10 classes.
What is Perform's cancellation policy?
Perform does not offer refunds. Sessions cancelled with three days' notice generate credit that can be applied to future Perform products. If you cancel and later restart, a minimum purchase of 10 consecutive classes applies.
What happens if we miss a session?
Missed sessions cannot be added to the end of a block under any circumstances. A make-up system lets your child attend another Perform venue for the missed week, subject to availability at that venue.
When does the current term run at this venue?
The summer 2026 term runs from 15th April to 15th July. There is no session on Wednesday 27th May. Weekly workshops pause for school holidays, though Perform often runs holiday courses during those breaks.
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