Students from PQA York dazzled at York Minster this week as they performed on stage with X Factor stars G4!

 

PQA York students were absolutely delighted this Christmas to be part of the York leg of G4’s annual Christmas tour. Students were taught six songs of which they sang three accompanying the band and the other three alone using G4’s musicians.

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Principal at PQA York, James Aconley, said

                                                                                                                                                                                   

‘‘It was a very festive and magical evening for the students at PQA York as they arrived at York Minster last night. The students teamed up with students from PQA Scarborough to make a 70 strong choir of 6–18-year-olds.
It was a full house in the Minster and for some of our students this was the biggest audience they had every performed for! The students sang beautifully, and we are extremely proud of them!’’

 

PQA is a weekend performing arts Academy providing tuition for children and young people from 4-18 years. Students spend three hours with us rotating through hour-long sessions in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television. Students are split into groups according to their age and are taught by specialist teachers.

 

PQA York runs at Huntington School

Every Friday at 4.45pm – 8.00pm

Every Saturday from 9.45am – 1.00pm and 1.45pm – 5.00pm

Spaces at PQA York are limited. If you would like to book a free taster session for your child contact Principal James Aconley at james@pqacademy.com or call 07753 179070.

You can find more information on PQA York 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.