As PQA enters its second decade in the West End, our repertoire of shows continues to grow. From the glitz and glamour of ‘Lazy Ace’ to the wild west of ‘Trouble’s a Brewin’, PQA’s new Musical Adventure takes us on a whole new journey across multiple different worlds.
When a mysterious tube train unexpectedly arrives in Tunneltown, The Voyagers head off on a journey of a lifetime. This group of brave adventurers take up Johnny Toxic’s and the Diablos challenge to find three treasures which will win them their freedom…
Will they solve the ‘ancient’ riddle?
Will they set the inhabitants free?
Will they make it… Across the Line?
‘Across the Line’ has been written especially for PQA by the brilliant Will Brenton. From theatre and TV to directing, writing and producing, Will has worked on iconic children’s programmes and in prodigious theatre venues across the globe! Following the new wave of storytelling, PQA’s new West End show takes inspiration from popular contemporary stories such as Stranger Things and Game of Thrones, as well as favourite family classics like Trollz and the timeless tale of The Wizard of Oz.
In this contemporary, coming-of-age musical, our incredible students will lead the way in an exciting action adventure! A story relatable for all, with inclusive casting opportunities, it’s perfect to celebrate every student’s individuality and bring together multiple academies in our well-loved West End experience. As well as a whole host of speaking parts, it also includes puppetry. This is a new skill that our students have enjoyed learning, not least because they get to make their very own puppets!
Every PQA academy will get the chance to perform the new show during its run. This gives PQA students from all over the UK a unique West End experience they will never forget. We can’t wait to see the show come to life at His Majesty’s Theatre in London this September!
The West End is just one of the our student experiences. In addition to 41 weeks of performing arts classes per year, we offer performance opportunities, film screenings and masterclasses. Find out more about our student experience here.
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.
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.
PQA provides performing arts training for children and teens aged 4–18. Our Main Academy (ages 6–18) includes three core classes:
Some academies also offer Poppets (ages 4–6), an energetic 90-minute class introducing young children to singing, dancing and acting.
PQA welcomes all children, whether they’re complete beginners or already confident performers. There’s no audition needed to join.
At PQA students in Main Academy are grouped by age, learning with other children and young people at similar stages.
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.