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

Drama school actvities with childen
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
Child performing in drama class
COOKIE JAR

Confidence games for 7-12s

Child smilling in drama class
HANDSHAKE GREETING GAME
Kids dancing in drama school
SPEED DETECTIVE
Child smilling in drama class
NEXT!
Child acting in drama class
PARK BENCH
Child acting in drama class
HOT SEATING
Perform 7-12 child
Award Ceremony
Child smilling in drama class
Alphabet Story
Perform 7-12 child
Project Ten

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