27th November 2024
As a parent, I know the challenges of helping my children learn their lines for a show. In my role as Principal of Perform, I help develop our scripts, train our teachers, and create lesson plans and show…
25th November 2024
The Christmas holidays can be the first time children have been to the theatre, be it to see a Panto or a family show. Live performances should be a relaxing and enjoyable experience but, how do we introduce…
8th October 2024
As my long-suffering children will tell you, I love to sing. I sing all the time. It's something that's always been a huge part of my life - from growing up in Wales (where we all do it!), to working…
5th April 2024
I am a huge advocate of Positive Body Language - for example: shoulders back, head held high, standing tall and good eye contact - to make me feel more confident in certain situations. I genuinely believe…
19th February 2024
As Principal of a drama school, I'm asked this question a lot. And I could write a book on the many reasons why drama is so excellent - not just good - for children. But for this blog post, I'll…
10th January 2024
Every week throughout the term, we have a different "life skill" focus running through everything we teach. These can range from the specific such as Eye Contact, or Using a Loud Voice to more…
20th November 2023
A few years ago we conducted a survey with Perform parents. What they were most concerned about was their children's communication skills being stunted by the digital age. Too much spending time online…
2nd May 2023
Shakespeare is most celebrated playright and poem and his works have spawned many phrases that we use today, and whilst his writing can be seen as challenging, there are ways that we can make it more accessible…
15th November 2022
This term's 4-7s theme, The Magician'' Chamber, is an spellbinding adventure into Ancient Britain and, at half-term, thousands of children and parents enjoyed our West End musical, Magical…
17th May 2022
What are the differences between classes for 4-7s and 7-12s at Perform?. . Lucy explains how 7-12s benefit from a more collegiate approach, more challenging material and an emphasis on independence and…
Why after-school activities matter more than ever in a digital world
A headteacher's view on why drama is so important in early education
5 ways to keep the children busy over the Easter holiday
Bringing Midnight in the Toyshop to the West End stage
Christmas theatre guide: musicals and pantos for families to enjoy
Fun activities that build life skills and confidence
Raising a confident voice: how to boost your child's public speaking skills