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Perform drama classes in Reading

Empower your child to shine with Perform in Reading! Our high-energy drama, dance and singing workshops focus on cultivating core life abilities such as confidence, concentration, communication and coordination in an inviting, upbeat setting.

Conveniently located at St Andrew's Hall on Albert Road in Caversham and St Nicolas Church Hall in Earley on Sutcliffe Avenue, near Christchurch Meadows and Sol Joel Park, our classes offer accessible creative options for Berkshire families. Both bright, comfortable venues provide a safe space where children aged 4 to 12 can master performance techniques, expand their creative thinking and form great friendships.

Separated into targeted age bands for 4-7s and 7-12s, every session weaves together original songs, physical games and imaginative roleplay to help each child thrive at their own speed. Book a free trial class today and watch your child's self-assurance grow.

Try a free drama class at Perform in Reading

Each local group benefits from Perform's specially designed resources, including original songs, scripts and games tailored to ignite children's imaginations and boost their development. These exclusive materials ensure every session is fresh, engaging and aligned with our child-centered 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.

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My daughter absolutely loves the classes and has grown so much in confidence.
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My son absolutely adores Perform classes - he continuously asks if it is the day for his drama class.
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Heidi North - Perform Reading parent
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We're so glad we tried Perform - it has exactly the tone that I think will work well for my son. The room just felt like "his people". Emily was superb, welcoming and kind. We're in.
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Ben Morrison - Perform Reading parent
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Bhavika Babuta - Perform Reading parent
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My daughter absolutely loves the classes and has grown so much in confidence.
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Tonya Liang - Perform Reading parent
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My son absolutely adores Perform classes - he continuously asks if it is the day for his drama class.
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Heidi North - Perform Reading parent
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We're so glad we tried Perform - it has exactly the tone that I think will work well for my son. The room just felt like "his people". Emily was superb, welcoming and kind. We're in.
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Ben Morrison - Perform Reading parent
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Superb experience!
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Your child's success starts here

Our drama classes in Reading help children aged 4-12 build confidence and fulfil their potential using our unique mix of drama, dance & 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 Reading, 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 Reading?

What age groups are Perform drama classes in Reading for?

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

Are there kids' acting classes in Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading 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 Reading?

In Reading, we have classes that run after-school and at weekends.

Can drama classes in Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading?

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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