Halloween Party fun and games
If you have a Halloween Party coming up then I’ve got some great interactive drama-based games for you to have fun with. Halloween has always been a highlight in my calendar and, at Perform, we are rushed off our feet in late October with our Magician’s Chamber drama, dance and singing party.
The Magician’s Chamber party features famous witch Lucia Magica training the children to become real witches and wizards by putting them through Wizard School. Their tasks include tongue-twisting spells, dancing The Broomstick Flick, flying off on a magical improvisation to save the world and lots more fun and lively games. Read more »
Top tips for a stress-free children’s party
My children were born in September and October so, once mid-August arrives, I start birthday party planning. Naturally, I always have a Perform Party (what else?!), so that certainly makes things easier for me. But, even taking that into account, I still find my own children’s birthday parties possibly the most stressful two days of my year!
And I know it’s not just me. Having entertained at hundreds of children’s parties myself, I know that many other parents feel the same way. However, this year, I am determined to make my own kids’ parties more enjoyable..for me as well as for everyone else!
So here are my top tips on how to ensure that your child’s birthday isn’t as stressful for you as the day they were born. By the way, I’ve assumed that you are hiring a venue and have some sort of hired entertainment or activities (though many of the tips will still apply even if this is not the case). The list is certainly not exhaustive so, if you have any suggestions or ideas, please do let me know. Read more »
Keeping Children Focused (or Taming the Rabble!)
Being the Principal of Perform I’ve learnt a good deal about crowd control over the years – keeping a gaggle of 4 to 8 year olds focused and entertained is no mean feat.
I met with some of my teachers this week and was keen to get them to share some of their experiences of what’s worked for them (in terms of keeping the children engaged) when they’ve been running Perform parties and classes.
Of course every teacher has their own teaching style, but there were a few tips which all of the teachers agreed with, and I thought I’d share them with you. Hopefully you’ll find them useful if you’re planning a children’s party of your own, or indeed just day-to-day, if you’re struggling to get your little one(s) to focus and pay attention!
