Children's drama classes in Dorset

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Children's drama classes in Dorset

Perform drama classes in Dorset offer an enriching blend of drama, dance and singing crafted to boost your child's confidence, concentration, communication and coordination. Our lively weekly sessions run at central venues including St Augustin's Church Hall on Wimborne Road in Bournemouth and Wimborne Methodist Church on King Street.

We host sessions specifically tailored for ages 4-7 and 7-12, providing convenient weekday options where children can expand their creativity, build self-belief and form new friendships. Led by passionate and professional teachers, every class uses engaging performing arts games to draw out each child's potential in a fun, supportive setting. Secure a free trial session for your child today to discover how Perform can help them flourish.

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The Dorset group benefits from Perform's specially designed resources, including original songs, scripts and games tailored to encourage children's imaginations and development. These exclusive materials ensure every session is fresh, engaging and aligned with our child-centred approach to building confidence and life skills.

Our unique performing arts-based curriculum is designed around what we call "The 4 Cs", Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination. These core areas are essential for personal and academic success and we weave them into every game, exercise and performance.

Find your nearest Dorset venue below, see current class times and book online.

Dorset venues

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Joseph absolutely loves Perform, it's his favourite day of the week.
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Tasia said she had a really good time and had a lot of fun
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Bella attended today for the first time. She was very nervous. I watched as she took part in the activity and you could see she felt comfortable. Bella was very excited to tell us about her evening and is looking forward to next week.
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Victoria Torevelle - Perform Wimborne (Dorset) parent
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Joseph absolutely loves Perform, it's his favourite day of the week.
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Samantha Davies - Perform Bournemouth (Dorset) parent
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Tasia said she had a really good time and had a lot of fun
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Nicki Mimms - Perform Bournemouth (Dorset) parent
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Bella attended today for the first time. She was very nervous. I watched as she took part in the activity and you could see she felt comfortable. Bella was very excited to tell us about her evening and is looking forward to next week.
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Victoria Torevelle - Perform Wimborne (Dorset) parent
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Drama, dance and singing classes in Dorset

Our weekly children's drama classes in Dorset help children aged 4-12 build confidence and fulfil their potential using our unique mix of drama, dance and singing.

Numbers are kept small to ensure lots of individual attention by our experienced teachers - hand-picked for their warmth, energy and professionalism. They'll focus on your child's enthusiasm and engagement in the activities.

And they'll be with your child every step of the way to guide, inspire and encourage.

Using the power of performing arts, we'll ensure that, as well as having fun at Perform in Dorset, your child will enjoy real benefits: greater confidence, improved concentration and an increased awareness of what they can achieve.

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FAQs

Where can my child attend drama classes in Dorset?

What age groups are Perform drama classes in Dorset for?

We offer drama classes for 4-7s and 7-12s.

Are there kids' acting classes in Dorset for beginners?

Yes absolutely! Perform requires no prior experience in drama, dance or singing. Our classes are a unique mix of games, exercises, songs and dances that every child can enjoy as soon as they start. All we ask for is enthusiasm and an open mind.

What happens in a children's drama class in Dorset?

As we are centrally run and not a franchise, all of our classes follow the same structure. For 4-7s, that means we start with Move & Feel, move on to Listen, Speak & Sing and finish with Create & Imagine. 7-12s start with Acting & Improvising, proceed to Movement & Dance and conclude with Speech & Singing.

Do children's performing arts classes in Dorset include drama, dance and singing?

Yes of our 60 minute and 90 minute classes include equal sections for drama, dance and singing.

Are there after school or weekend drama classes for children in Dorset?

In Dorset, we have classes that run after-school only.

Can drama classes in Dorset help my child build confidence?

Yes, Perform specializes in what we call the 4 Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination. That means that every game or activity we do in the classes has building one of those Cs as its objective.

Do all children get the chance to perform in drama classes in Dorset?

All of our weekly classes finish the term with a specially-written presentation to family and friends on the last week. Children receive the script for this around half-term and every child is guaranteed a role.

What makes Perform different from other kids acting classes in Dorset?

The main difference is that, unlike other children's drama schools that focus on perfecting steps, memorizing lines or vocal technique, Perform harnesses children's natural enthusiasm, creativity and teamwork skills to boost their social skills and bring out their potential via the performing arts.

Classes and courses are kept small to ensure lots of individual attention by our expert teachers - hand-picked for their warmth, energy and professionalism. They'll focus on your child's enthusiasm and engagement in the activities. And they'll be with your child every step of the way to guide, inspire and encourage.

As well as having fun at Perform, your child will enjoy real benefits: greater confidence, improved concentration and an increased awareness of what they can achieve.

Classes and courses are kept small to ensure lots of individual attention by our expert teachers - hand-picked for their warmth, energy and professionalism. They'll focus on your child's enthusiasm and engagement in the activities. And they'll be with your child every step of the way to guide, inspire and encourage.

As well as having fun at Perform, your child will enjoy real benefits: greater confidence, improved concentration and an increased awareness of what they can achieve.

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