PQA Bishops Stortford is a performing arts school for children, based in Bishop's Stortford High School, providing a welcoming space for performing arts sessions which combine acting, singing, dancing lessons, filming and comedy, every Friday and Saturday, .

Our weekly sessions include Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television for children and young people aged 4-18. At PQA Bishops Stortford, we are committed to delivering first-class performing arts sessions giving children the space to learn new skills, make friends, build self-belief, all in a safe and welcoming environment while they explore the world of performing arts.

The best part, there is no need to pick just one class, PQA's weekly three-hour sessions explore:

•    Comedy & Drama class: your child will learn creative play, Improv and scriptwriting
•    Musical Theatre class: your child will learn to sing, dance and act for theatre
•    Film & Television class: your child will start to storyboard, screenwrite, film and act for television

Led by Principal Paula and a talented team of teachers, we're passionate about what we do, and we strongly believe that the important life skills your child gains at PQA - like confidence, resilience and communication - will stick with them throughout life!

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Inspiring Classes for Young People.

Our team of industry professionals are here to help, guide and nurture your child on whichever path they choose – Comedy and Drama, Musical Theatre or Television and Film. At PQA, the excitement goes beyond performing, our students also explore creative pathways in the performing arts industry. 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 Bishops Stortford.

We can’t wait to welcome you and your child at a session soon. Start your PQA journey and book your free session today! 

PQA Bishop’s Stortford.

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Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 10:00 - 11:30
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4 - 6 years
Saturday | 10:00 - 11:30
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Friday | 16:45 - 20:00
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
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6 - 18 years
Saturday | 13:45 - 17:00
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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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Meet The Team.

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Principal
Paula Templeman
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Paula has an extensive working knowledge of theatre in education and has devised and facilitated projects for Erasmus Plus. She has also directed productions for Shooting Star Entertainment and PMB Productions. Her experience includes workshop facilitation, stage and event management and children’s entertainment. Paula is also a keen poet having had some of her work published and used for special occasions. Alongside her professional ventures, Paula is also proud to be a mum.

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