Drama games that build confidence

Children performing in class

Confidence that shines on and off stage

At Perform, we help all child grow braver, bolder and happier to have a go. We have gathered our best confidence-building drama games for kids. Simple, joyful activities that gently stretch comfort zones while feeling like pure play. From first hello's to taking the spotlight for a line or two, each game is designed to create lots of quick wins so children experience success, not pressure.

You'll find age-appropriate options for 4-7s and 7-12s, plus ideas to adapt for siblings. Play little and often and watch everyday confidence spill into school, friendships and new situations.

Confidence games for 4-7s

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HELLO AROUND THE WORLD
Child performing in drama class
'HOW ARE YOU?' CHALLENGE
Children concentrating in drama school
CHAT SHOW
Child performing in drama class
STOP! I DON'T LIKE THAT
Children concentrating in drama school
THROW AWAY HURTFUL WORDS
Kids dancing in drama school
NO, YOU CAN'T TAKE ME AWAY
Perform 4-7s child
MY OPINION IS
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SPEAK FOR 15 SECONDS
Perform 4-7s child
WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE AND WHY?
Perform 4-7s child
IN CHARGE
Child performing in drama class
JUST SAY NO

Confidence games for 7-12s

Children in drama class
INTRODUCING YOURSELF
Child smilling in drama class
ONE MINUTE MADNESS
Children in drama class
MAKING THE BEST OF IT
Perform 7-12 child
PARK BENCH
Kids dancing in drama school
SPEED DETECTIVE
Child smilling in drama class
NEXT!
Child smilling in drama class
HANDSHAKE GREETING GAME
Child smilling in drama class
HOT SEATING
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AWARD CEREMONY
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PROJECT TEN
Child smilling in drama class
ALPHABET STORY

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