PQA Bristol is a performing arts school, located at Cotham School, every Friday and Saturday, offering performing arts sessions which combine acting, singing, dancing lessons, filming and comedy.

Our weekly sessions include Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television for children and young people aged 4-18. At PQA Bristol, 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 Carly 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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Fun and engaging performing arts training.

In addition to the exciting opportunities available at PQA, we also empower children 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 on whichever path they choose – Comedy and Drama, Musical Theatre or Television and Film. 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 Bristol.

Get started and book your free session today! We can’t wait to meet you and your child at a session soon.

PQA Bristol.

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Please check our class availability and book your free session.

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Friday | 17:00 - 18:30
Places available
Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 11:15
Places available
Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 11:30 - 13:00
Places available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Friday | 17:15 - 20:30
Limited availability
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
Sorry, session is full
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 13:45 - 17:00
Limited availability
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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Term Dates.

Academy Notices and Projects.

Academy notices, projects and events at PQA Bristol
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Meet The Team.

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Principal
Carly Bond

I grew up in Bristol and started my musical theatre training at a young age. I absolutely loved the buzz of getting up on a Saturday morning and attending my local performing arts school. I was always asking my mum for a lift to rehearsals for something or other! I am so excited to be working with the fantastic students at all four of my academies, and I look forward to welcoming you along soon!

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