Peter Pan drama holiday course
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at Holy Trinity Parish Church, Upper Brook Street, Winchester (SO23 8DG). Sessions are on Thursdays and Saturdays. Every child can attend a free trial class before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform holds its Winchester classes at Holy Trinity Parish Church, Upper Brook Street, SO23 8DG. Thursday timetable: 4pm–5pm and 5:05pm–6:05pm for 4–7s, then a 7–12s session at 6:10pm–7:10pm. Saturday timetable: 9:30am–11am and 11:15am–12:45pm for 4–7s, and 2pm–3:30pm for 7–12s. Lead Producer Sam runs all sessions — with Kira on Thursdays and Tom on Saturdays. The current term runs 11 April to 18 July; there are no Thursday sessions on 28 May. This summer's themes are Mermaids & Pirates for the 4–7s and The Dream — Perform's production based on A Midsummer Night's Dream — for the 7–12s.
Each class, whether 60 or 90 minutes, moves through three distinct strands. For younger children these are Move & Feel (coordination games, rapid-reaction activities and yoga-inspired mirroring), Listen, Speak & Sing (specially composed songs, raps and tongue-twisters), and Create & Imagine (character explorations, storytelling and role-play). The 7–12s sessions cover Acting & Improvising, Movement & Dance, and Speech & Singing — with small group sizes meaning most children get solo or featured moments. Everything is built around what Perform calls the 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination.
Class sizes are capped at 22, with two Perform staff present at every session. Because Perform uses a rolling curriculum, children can join at any point — no waiting for September. Parents receive a weekly email from the Producer on that week's focus, and each child gets a personalised written Feedback Form signed by Principal Lucy Quick.
A summer holiday course themed around Peter Pan runs at this venue from Monday 3 to Friday 7 August, 10am–3pm, led by Sam and Laura with Area Partner Gemma.
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Can my child try a session before we commit?
Yes — every child is entitled to a free trial class. Book through Perform's website or by phone to find a Thursday or Saturday slot at the Winchester venue.
Which age groups does this class cater for?
Classes are designed for two groups: 4–7s and 7–12s, each with its own curriculum. In the younger group, the mixed age range is intentional — younger children are stretched by the energy of the group, while older children develop early leadership skills by influencing activities. In the 7–12s group, Perform say previous experience and character matter more than exact age.
What actually happens in a session?
Every class covers drama, dance and singing across three sections. For 4–7s: Move & Feel (coordination games and yoga-inspired activities), Listen, Speak & Sing (specially composed songs, raps and tongue-twisters), and Create & Imagine (storytelling and role-play). The 7–12s session covers Acting & Improvising, Movement & Dance, and Speech & Singing. The weekly focus shifts each time, within a termly theme — this summer it is Mermaids & Pirates for younger children and The Dream for older ones.
How are classes booked and paid for?
Classes are sold in blocks of 10 or 20 consecutive sessions, with options to renew to the end of term or pay monthly by Direct Debit. A bursary scheme is available for families who need support, and childcare vouchers are accepted. New customers who join Perform's mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10 classes. Refunds are not offered, but sessions cancelled with at least three days' notice generate account credit that can be used on future Perform products.
What should my child wear?
Comfortable clothes they can move freely in are sensible — sessions include dance, physical games and yoga-inspired movement exercises.
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