PQA Hertford was established in 2011 and has been based at Robert Barclay Academy in Hoddesdon since 2016. 

Across four academies operating from this venue, we run performing arts classes on a Friday evening, two Saturday morning sessions and a Saturday afternoon academy.

Principal Susie and her dedicated team of teachers and assistants, who all have performing arts and filmmaking backgrounds, have created a fun, professional, creative environment that lives up to the PQA ethos of “Be Yourself, Be Amazing”. Our academy has an energy like no other, and students often stay with us for a very long time!

Whether it be walking the red carpet at one of our film screening events at a local cinema or performing in theatres locally and in the West End at His Majesty’s Theatre, we have something for every young person that has a passion or curiosity for all things performing arts. 

We cater for ages 4-18 years with a specifically designed ‘Poppets’ class for the 4–6-year-olds. All students aged 6-18 are split into three groups by age and get to take part in our Film and Television, Comedy and Drama and Musical Theatre modules. So, if your child is a singer/dancer, a budding thespian or aiming to be the next Steven Speilberg, we have dedicated modules to nurture and develop their talent.  

Our modules are designed to encourage confidence, team spirit, performance, and filmmaking skills, all with a generous helping of creativity, passion, dedication, and fun.

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Fostering Children’s Creative Potential.

Different from an acting club or acting school, children delve into a breathe of activities around all elements of the performing arts. From screenwriting to dance classes, singing lessons and so much more! In addition to the exciting opportunities available at PQA, we also offer children the opportunity to explore other creative aspects of the performing arts industry. Our team of industry professionals are here to help, guide and nurture your child across all three modules: 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 & Television 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 Hertford.

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

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Ages 6-18
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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
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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 Hertford.

Spaces available in our 10:15am Saturday Academy.

Book your free session today!

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Friday | 17:00 - 18:30
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Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 10:00 - 11:30
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Friday | 17:00 - 20:00
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 10:00 - 13:00
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 10:30 - 13:30
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 14:00 - 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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Term Dates.

Academy Notices and Projects.

Academy notices, projects and events at PQA Hertford
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  • Hertford PQA Unwrapped
  • PQA Unwrapped is the first Christmas Showcase performed by t...
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  • Hertford Fifteen
  • PQA Hertford presents ‘FIFTEEN', a showcase celebration of 1...
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film 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
Susie Magill
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Ever since I was 9 years old I always wanted to be an actress! As a teenager I attended various theatre schools; including Sylvia Young and the Anna Scher Theatre and loved every minute of it! I was a shy child and acting gave me the confidence, that not only helped me in my career but in my everyday life. As an adult I knew acting was something I wanted to pursue, and auditioned for full time drama school in which I won a full scholarship to Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts

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