PQA Beverley is a weekend performing arts academy which offers classes each Saturday morning. We welcome young people aged 4-18 from Beverley, Molescroft, Cherry Burton, Leconfield and everywhere in between.

Led by Principal James and Vice Principal Nat, along with out industry professional, DBS-checked and safeguarding-trained team, we're passionate about what we do, and we know that the important life skills your child gains at PQA - like confidence, resilience and communication - will stick with them throughout life.

Our weekly sessions include Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television as well as an introduction to performing arts called Poppets for our younger children.

Students aged 4-6 take part in our 90 minutes Poppets class:

•    Poppets: an introduction to performing arts building skills and encouraging creativity.

Students aged 6-18 take part in out unique three-hour sessions, exploring:

•    Comedy & Drama: devising, improvisation, and script work
•    Film & Television: screenwriting, storyboarding, filming, and acting for camera
•    Musical Theatre: singing, dancing, and acting for stage

The academy is based in the heart of Beverley at East Riding College offering our students excellent, safe and secure facilities as well as plenty of nearby parking, shops and cafes for parents!

Whether they dream of the stage, the screen, or simply want to build confidence, resilience, and friendships, PQA Beverley is the place to be.

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Creative, confidence-boosting classes for kids.

In addition to the exciting opportunities available at PQA, we also offer children the opportunity to delve into other creative aspects of the performing arts industry. Our team of industry professionals are here to help, guide and nurture your child in Comedy and Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television. Whether that be performing on-stage at His Majesty's Theatre in the West End to seeing your child's latest Film & TV work on the big screen - there's something for everyone at PQA. Take a look below at the exciting things we have coming up at PQA Beverley.
Get started and book your free session today! We can’t wait to meet you and your child at a session soon.
main academy
Ages 6-18
dance school
Our Main Academy sessions offer young performers, actors and filmmakers a 3-hour experience, with an hour spent in each
of our three modules.
Poppets
Ages 4-6
acting school
Our 90-minute Poppets classes introduce young children to singing, dancing, and acting, helping them build skills, and explore
new adventures together.
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PQA Beverley.

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Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 11:30
Places available
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
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free session:
We welcome children and teens to try our performing arts classes by attending a full session at no charge. Come along and discover what makes PQA so unique, meet the team and join in the fun!

Your academy Principal will let you know how to become a member after your free session. Your child’s place is held for a few days after your session, giving you time to decide if PQA is the right choice for your child.
Fees:
  • Poppets
    4 - 6 years
  • £46.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy
    6 - 18 years
  • £92.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy Sibling
  • £69.00
  • per month

how to find us?

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Enquiries
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Term Dates.

Academy Notices and Projects.

Academy notices, projects and events at PQA Beverley
musical-theatre classes
  • Musical Theatre
  • Classes blending acting, dancing and singing.
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comedy drama classes
  • Comedy & Drama
  • Acting classes in a fun, supportive environment.
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film and tv classes
  • Film & Television
  • Hands-on experience in acting for the camera and making films.
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Meet The Team.

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Principal
Martin Lay
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With a love of theatre and the performing arts for over 20 years, it is a real privilege to teach at PQA, which for me, is somewhat a dream. Since teaching for PQA, I have been able to direct and produce productions including: 'Bugsy Malone'; 'Scrooge' and write a number of productions such as 'Around the World in 5 days' and 'Murder at PQA Manor' (a murder mystery based on Cluedo characters).

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