Children's drama classes at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club, Newnham

Weekly Perform drama classes in Newnham

Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club, Hardwick Street, Newnham, Cambridge, CB3 9JA. Get directions

Drama classes for 4-7s

Saturdays | 9.30am - 11am - NB: this is a temporary venue on Saturday 17th October. The regular venue is Newnham Croft Primary, CB3 9JF.

This class is run by Lauren and Victoria. It is regularly visited by our Area Partner, Sophie.

Saturdays | 2pm - 3.30pm - NB: this is a temporary venue on Saturday 17th October. The regular venue is Newnham Croft Primary, CB3 9JF.

This class is run by Lauren and Victoria. It is regularly visited by our Area Partner, Sophie.

Drama classes for 7-12s

Saturdays | 11.15am - 12.45pm - NB: this is a temporary venue on Saturday 17th October. The regular venue is Newnham Croft Primary, CB3 9JF.

This class is run by Lauren and Victoria. It is regularly visited by our Area Partner, Sophie.

Holiday courses

Beauty and the Beast | Mon 26th - Wed 28th Oct 10am-3pm

This holiday course will be run by Lauren and Marisa. The Area Partner will be Oliver.

I am very happy that Theo wants to go to his classes and enjoys them.

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Deniz Baloglu - Perform Newnham parent

A warm welcome to Perform Newnham at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club. We offer weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4-12 using unique songs, dances, games and exercises designed to boost child development.

We started running classes at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club in January 2013 and are currently here every week during term-time on Saturdays.

At Perform Newnham, the Producer of the classes is Lauren and the Teacher is Victoria. The sessions are looked after by our Area Partner, Sophie.

The current term runs from 5th September to 12th December.

Click below to book a free drama class at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club with no obligation to sign up.

How to get here and parking:

To reach the venue by car, head towards Cambridge via the M11 motorway and exit at Junction 12 onto Barton Road (A603). Travel east along Barton Road towards the city centre. Turn right onto Derby Road, then take an immediate left onto Newnham Croft Street. From there, take the next right onto Hardwick Street. The Newnham Croft Sports and Social Club is located further down on the right-hand side.

Street parking is available along Hardwick Street and adjacent residential roads, such as Grantchester Street and Derby Road. Please check local signage for dynamic parking restrictions, permit zones, and maximum stay limits before leaving your vehicle.

The venue is accessible by public transport via regular local bus services. Take bus routes 18 or 75 from Cambridge city centre or the main railway station and disembark at the nearby Grantchester Street stop. From the bus stop, walk down Grantchester Street and turn into Hardwick Street, where the venue is just a short 2-minute walk away. Rail passengers can also use taxis or connecting buses directly from Cambridge station.

Creative Team

We spend a lot of time recruiting, training and evaluating our wonderful Area Partners, Producers and Teachers and the team at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club in Newnham are no exception. As at all Perform schools, they have all been hand-picked for being enthusiastic, approachable and, of course, fantastic with children. As a result, you can be confident that your child is in the best of hands. Here are the details of the Creative Team at this venue:

PRODUCER

Lauren

I have been working with Perform since 2022. I love using my experience as an actress and writer to encourage the children to use their big imaginations and always give every activity a try. When I am not teaching, you will find me writing plays or performing in my improvisation group. I absolutely adore being creative!

TEACHER

Marisa

My Perform journey started in 2023. What I love most about teaching children is no class is the same! Each child has their own exciting Perform journey and it's a pleasure watching them grow each week! Whether it's learning catchy songs or getting super creative in our acting games and presentation rehearsals, it is never a dull moment. Outside or Perform, I enjoy watching live music and getting a round of tennis in.

TEACHER

Victoria

I've been teaching at Perform since the start of 2025. I love working at Perform because it creates such a fun and supportive atmosphere for children to grow and develop - their progress every term always amazes me! I also love performing in productions for all the family to enjoy. My favourite role so far would have to be Cinnamon in LaplandUK, bringing the magic of Christmas to everyone!

AREA PARTNER

Oliver

Hi, I'm Oli! I've been with Perform since 2012 and work as an Area Partner, as well as running my own classes. Outside of Perform, I produce theatre shows and work in artist and live event management. Children have an incredible ability to find joy in the world around them, and that's one of the things I love most about my job. As an Area Partner, it's a privilege to support and develop our Teachers, helping even more children celebrate their individuality and discover what they're capable of.

AREA PARTNER

Sophie

I'm a Perform Teacher, Producer and Area Partner. I trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and alongside working for Perform have appeared in many television programmes for the BBC and Channel 4. Recently, I've been in several of the Perform shows in the West End! What I love about teaching for Perform is seeing how much children change during their time with us. It is a joy to see children having so much fun as they are learning!

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Teacher Eleanor is amazing and explains everything so well. I love how positive she is.

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Ela Alexii

I am very happy that Theo wants to go to his classes and enjoys them.

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Deniz Baloglu - Perform Newnham parent

Staff are fantastic. They are always friendly and very welcoming. My child goes in happy and always comes out and tells me how much fun she has had. Her confidence is improving and she is making friends.

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Paula Kenneally

Teacher Eleanor is amazing and explains everything so well. I love how positive she is.

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Ela Alexii

I am very happy that Theo wants to go to his classes and enjoys them.

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Deniz Baloglu - Perform Newnham parent

Staff are fantastic. They are always friendly and very welcoming. My child goes in happy and always comes out and tells me how much fun she has had. Her confidence is improving and she is making friends.

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Paula Kenneally

FAQs

What children's performing arts classes are available at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club in Newnham

Perform runs the following classes at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club:

Drama classes for 4-7s

Saturdays | 9.30am - 11am

Saturdays | 2pm - 3.30pm

Drama classes for 7-12s

Saturdays | 11.15am - 12.45pm

Holiday courses

Beauty and the Beast | -

How do I get to Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club in Newnham by car?

To reach the venue by car, head towards Cambridge via the M11 motorway and exit at Junction 12 onto Barton Road (A603). Travel east along Barton Road towards the city centre. Turn right onto Derby Road, then take an immediate left onto Newnham Croft Street. From there, take the next right onto Hardwick Street. The Newnham Croft Sports and Social Club is located further down on the right-hand side.

Is there parking or drop-off access at Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club?

Street parking is available along Hardwick Street and adjacent residential roads, such as Grantchester Street and Derby Road. Please check local signage for dynamic parking restrictions, permit zones, and maximum stay limits before leaving your vehicle.

What public transport options are near Newnham Croft Sports And Social Club?

The venue is accessible by public transport via regular local bus services. Take bus routes 18 or 75 from Cambridge city centre or the main railway station and disembark at the nearby Grantchester Street stop. From the bus stop, walk down Grantchester Street and turn into Hardwick Street, where the venue is just a short 2-minute walk away. Rail passengers can also use taxis or connecting buses directly from Cambridge station.