Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform's weekly drama, dance and singing classes run every Friday at St Christopher's Church Hall in Brislington — 4–7s at 4pm and 7–12s at 5:05pm. Every child can attend a free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running at St Christopher's Church Hall, 90 Hampstead Road, Brislington, since September 2023. Both age groups meet on Fridays: the 4–7s class runs 4pm–5pm, followed by the 7–12s group from 5:05pm to 6:05pm. Classes are taught by Felicia, with Producer Fleur handling the local day-to-day and Area Partner Gemma making regular visits. The current summer term runs from 24th April to 17th July 2026, with no session on Friday 29th May.
Each one-hour session covers three distinct areas, so the content shifts from week to week. For the 4–7s, there is an active movement section — dances, rapid-reaction games and yoga-inspired exercises — followed by a speech and singing block built around specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps, then a drama section using character explorations, storytelling and role-play. The 7–12s follow a parallel structure: acting and improvisation work that builds vocal projection and stage presence; a movement and dance section that progresses from warm-up games into more technical coordination work; and speech and singing that develops articulation, musical reading and projection, with small enough groups that most children get a solo or featured moment. This summer's theme for the younger group is Mermaids & Pirates; the 7–12s are working on The Dream, a reimagining of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Classes are capped at 22 children, with two Perform staff in the room at all times. The curriculum is built around what Perform calls the 4 Cs — Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination — woven through every activity. Because Perform runs a rolling curriculum, children can join at any point rather than waiting for the start of a new term. Parents receive a personalised written feedback form each term, signed by Principal Lucy Quick, and a weekly email from Fleur detailing that week's focus.
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Can my child try a session before we commit?
Yes — every child is entitled to a free trial class so you can see exactly what a session looks like before booking a block. Book online via the Perform website, through Producer Fleur, or by phone.
What ages are these classes for?
The Friday classes at St Christopher's cover two groups: 4–7s (4pm–5pm) and 7–12s (5:05pm–6:05pm). Within those bands, a mixed age range works in everyone's favour — younger children are stretched and stimulated by the group, while older children gain a natural leadership role. For the 7–12s, previous experience and character matter more than precise age.
How are classes booked and paid for?
Blocks of 10 or 20 consecutive sessions are the standard options. Alternatively, you can renew to the end of term at a slightly higher per-class rate, or spread the cost via monthly 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. Perform does not offer refunds, but cancelling with at least three days' notice generates credit that can be used against future products. If your child restarts after a cancellation, a minimum of 10 consecutive classes must be purchased.
What should my child wear?
No specialist kit is required. Comfortable clothing that allows free movement is sensible — sessions include active dance and games. This is general guidance applicable to any active performing-arts class.
What happens during a typical session?
Sessions last one hour and cover three areas in every class: movement and dance, speech and singing, and drama or acting work. The content changes week to week within a termly theme — this summer that is Mermaids & Pirates for the 4–7s and The Dream for the 7–12s. Class size is capped at 22 children with two Perform staff present. Three times a year, family and friends are invited to half-termly Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations to see what their children have been working on.
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