In its third year, the PQA Screenings at the Birmingham Film Festival saw audiences brave the snow for this not to be missed event.

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Now in its third year, the PQA Screenings at the Birmingham Film Festival saw audiences brave the snow for this not to be missed event.

Principal of PQA Wolverhampton, Julian Elcock, has been the driving force behind this superb opportunity for students. PQA Wolverhampton, PQA Swindon, PQA Derby and PQA Sutton Coldfield were all in attendance, demonstrating their student’s filmmaking skills, and watching the students’ imagination and creativity come to life on the big screen.

Students from all age ranges were part of the event and the winners from each category were ecstatic with their PQA Trophies!

Please put your hands together for our amazing winners:                                                                                     

 

  • Best Film Green Group     PQA Swindon     The Tooth Brush Bandit

  • Best Film Blue Group         PQA  Derby         Ghost Haunted

  • Best Film Red Group          PQA  Derby         October the Thirty First

  • And the overall Best Film winner goes to  ….  PQA Swindon for Deadtention

The films from the PQA students received serious high praise from the organisers for the superb quality and content of the entries.

Look out for the PQA screenings coming to the Birmingham Film Festival, where we’ll be aiming even higher!

Find out more about our Film & TV module here

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FAQ's.

Can I try a session at PQA before signing up? 

Yes! Every academy offers one free trial session, as long as there is space available in the age group. If the group is currently full, you can join the waiting list, and we’ll contact you as soon as a place becomes available.

What are PQAs Term Dates? 

PQA runs for 41 weeks throughout the school year. You can find the full list of term dates on each academy’s webpage, just search for your local academy and visit its web page.

What Performing Arts Training Does PQA Offer? 

PQA provides performing arts training for children and teens aged 4–18. Our Main Academy (ages 6–18) includes three core classes:

  • Musical Theatre – singing, dancing and acting, with skills in choreography, script work and vocal technique.
  • Comedy & Drama – traditional acting training, including improvisation, physical theatre and devising comedy.
  • Film & TV – handson filmmaking, from screenwriting and directing to lighting, sound and animation.

Some academies also offer Poppets (ages 4–6), an energetic 90-minute class introducing young children to singing, dancing and acting.

Does My Child Need Performing Arts Experience? 

PQA welcomes all children, whether they’re complete beginners or already confident performers. There’s no audition needed to join.

Will My Child Be with Others Their Own Age at PQA?   

At PQA students in Main Academy are grouped by age, learning with other children and young people at similar stages.

  • Green Group: Ages 6-9
  • Blue Group: Ages 10-12
  • Red Group: Ages 13-18

Should My 6-Year-Old Join PQA Poppets or Main Academy? 

This depends on where you feel your child will be happiest. Some 6-year olds are ready to join the 6-9 age group in Main Academy, others will feel more comfortable starting in Poppets.

Your always welcome to discuss what’s best for your child with your local Principal before booking your free session.