Perform Drama Classes for 4-7s - Barnes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at Barnes Methodist Church Hall, Station Road, Barnes SW13 0NH. The class meets every Monday from 4pm to 5pm, with teacher Maria and producer Brittany on the floor. 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 Barnes Methodist Church Hall since January 2018. The Monday 4–5pm class is led by teacher Maria and producer Brittany, with area partner Oliver supporting the wider programme. The current term runs from 13th April to 13th July; there are no sessions on the bank holidays of 4th and 25th May.
Each hour-long session covers drama, dance and singing, divided into three named sections. Move & Feel gets children moving through dances, rapid-reaction games and yoga-inspired mirroring — work that builds coordination, balance and core stability. Listen, Speak & Sing introduces specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps, sharpening communication and confidence together. Create & Imagine closes the session with character explorations, storytelling and role-playing improvisations. These aren't arbitrary choices: all three sections are built around Perform's core framework — Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination — woven into every activity from the first minute.
Class sizes are capped at 22 children and there are always two Perform staff members present. Perform uses a rolling curriculum, so children can join at any point in the year rather than waiting for term to begin. Parents receive a weekly email from the producer outlining the session's focus, plus a personalised written Feedback Form from the producer and signed by Principal Lucy Quick — a practical way to track progress without having to rely on a brief word at the door.
In the summer holidays, a Peter Pan holiday course runs Monday 27th to Friday 31st July, 10am–3pm, at this venue with Lewis and Emily. It's open to children aged 4–10, across three, four or five-day options.
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Can we try a session before committing?
Yes — every child is offered a free trial class. Book through Perform's website by finding the Barnes venue, through producer Brittany directly, or by phone.
What age groups does Perform cater for?
Perform runs separate curricula for 4–7s and 7–12s, each structured differently to suit the age range. In the 4–7s group a mixed age helps younger children progress faster while older ones develop early leadership. In the 7–12s group previous performing-arts experience is less important than character — enthusiasm counts for more than a polished audition piece.
What happens in a session?
Each 60-minute class covers drama, dance and singing across three structured sections: movement and games; songs, tongue-twisters and vocal work; and character or storytelling improvisation. Two Perform staff run every session, with a maximum of 22 children in the room. The focus shifts week to week within a termly theme, and the rolling curriculum means your child can start any week rather than waiting for the beginning of a term.
How are classes booked and paid for?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 consecutive sessions. Parents can also renew to the end of term at a slightly higher per-class rate, or spread the cost monthly via Direct Debit. A bursary scheme is available for families who need it, and childcare vouchers are accepted. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off a first block of 10 classes.
What is the cancellation policy?
Perform does not offer refunds, but sessions can be cancelled with three days' notice and the resulting credit held on your account for use on future Perform products. Missed sessions cannot be added to the end of a block, though a make-up system lets children attend an alternative venue subject to availability. If a child restarts after cancelling, a fresh minimum block of 10 consecutive classes applies.
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