Perform Drama (Henley)

Perform

13 October 2023
16:05 – 17:05
See organiser for pricing
Ages 7 – 12 years
Space for 22 children

Description

If you are considering classes in a performing arts discipline for your child aged 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12, then we can help. Perform is a different type of drama school. We use a unique mix of drama, dance and singing - specially developed by us - to bring out every child's true potential using the performing arts.
Child development is at the heart of everything we do, so our weekly classes for 7-12 year olds are designed to build confidence and teach life skills that will be invaluable in future life.
Each week, professionally trained actors, directors and choreographers work with the children rehearsing songs, dances and scenes from a specially written show. They help them learn new skills and challenge them to do their very best in a supportive and fun environment. On the last day of term, they combine what they've done into an inspiring performance for family and friends.

Class structure
Our classes for 7-12s are divided into three parts, each focusing on a different performing arts discipline..

ACTING & IMPROVISATION

This includes a series of drama-based games and exercises to boost confidence such as focus work, character communication and vocal projection. The Producer will also progress to more detailed performance notes on areas such as character, physicality and accents. This session will really help to improve children’s attention at school as it develops concentration, imagination and speaking skills in a fun and imaginative way.

MOVEMENT & DANCE

This starts with an energetic and fun group of exercises designed to inspire the imagination, develop coordination and reduce the chance of injury. The choreographer will then progress to technical work on physical skills and detailed stylistic notes. All the activities in this section focus on the children developing good coordination, balance and core stability as they grow. They'll also enjoy greater self-assurance, improved posture and confidence to participate in physical activities.

SPEECH & SINGING

This aims to increase the flexibility of the vocal cords, develop basic musical reading and improve articulation and projection while maintaining good technique. The small groups allow most children to have solo or featured roles if they wish. Fun engaging topics and a humorous approach means this section is ideal for boosting children’s confidence, concentration and communication skills, all while establishing focus within the group and giving shy children a chance to shine.

Each term, the children work together as a team rehearsing a special written musical production for family and friends on the last day. Past productions have included The Dream (based on Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream), Ebenezer (based on Dickens' A Christmas Carol), Bluebeard's Bride and Robinson Crusoe In Space.