Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at St Barnabas Millennium Hall on Pitshanger Lane in Ealing (W5 1QG), with sessions on Saturday mornings and Wednesday afternoons. Every child can attend a free trial class with no obligation to sign up.
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About this class
Perform has been running children's performing-arts classes at St Barnabas Millennium Hall since April 2003 — which says something about how well it fits into Ealing family life. The hall on Pitshanger Lane hosts four sessions each week: the 4–7s go first on Wednesdays (4:00–5:00pm, led by Matthew and Natasha) and Saturdays (9:30–11:00am, led by Emily and Imogen), with the 7–12s following on immediately after each — Wednesdays 5:05–6:05pm and Saturdays 11:15am–12:45pm. This term runs until 18 July, with no session on Wednesday 27 May.
Each class weaves together drama, dance and singing, shaped around what Perform calls the 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination. For the 4–7s, the hour moves through energetic movement and reaction games, specially composed songs and tongue-twisters, and character-based storytelling and improvisation. The 7–12s work on acting and vocal projection, technical movement and dance, and speech and singing; small groups mean most children get a solo or featured moment. Class sizes are capped at 22, with two Perform staff in the room at every session. This summer the 4–7s are deep into Mermaids & Pirates, while the 7–12s are tackling The Dream — Perform's take on A Midsummer Night's Dream, cast with footballers, popstars and a Shakespearean fairy court.
Because Perform runs a rolling curriculum, children can join at any point — no need to wait for a new term. The class Producer sends a weekly email covering that session's focus, and each child receives a personalised written feedback form signed by Principal Lucy Quick. For families weighing up the commitment, a free trial class is available before booking a block.
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Can we try a session before committing?
Yes. Every child can attend a free trial class at St Barnabas Millennium Hall with no obligation to sign up. You can book through Perform's website, speak to the class Producer, or call the office.
Which age groups do the Ealing classes cover?
The Saturday and Wednesday sessions are split into two groups: 4–7s and 7–12s. In the younger group, a mixed age range is intentional — younger children are stretched and stimulated by the group, and older children gain experience influencing activities and developing leadership. In the 7–12s, previous experience matters less than character and readiness.
How are blocks structured, and what happens if we miss a session?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 consecutive sessions. Missed sessions cannot be added on to the end of a block, but a make-up system lets children attend another Perform venue, subject to availability. Cancellations made with at least three days' notice convert to account credit for future use.
What does a session actually involve?
Wednesday sessions run for 60 minutes; Saturday sessions run for 90 minutes. Each class combines drama, dance and singing. The 4–7s move through energetic warm-ups and yoga-inspired mirroring exercises, songs and tongue-twisters, and imaginative role-play and storytelling. The 7–12s work on acting techniques and vocal projection, movement and coordination, and speech and singing — with most children getting a solo or featured part. The content changes each week within a termly theme; this summer that is Mermaids & Pirates for the younger group and The Dream for the older one.
Are there options beyond the weekly class?
For 7–12s, Perform also offers LAMDA classes, Challenge Awards and Interview Technique sessions. Holiday courses run during school breaks — the current holiday programme is themed around Peter Pan and is open to children aged 4–10 in three, four or five-day formats. Three times a year, family and friends are invited to Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations to see what children have been working on.
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