At PQA Hull, we provide high-quality performing arts training in a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment - right here in the heart of Anlaby near Hull at the beautiful, secure Tranby Independent School. Every Saturday, young people aged 4-18 take part in our sessions designed to provide industry level performing arts training combined with essential life and social skills.

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 our 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

Led by Principal James and Vice Principal Nat, along with our experienced, DBS-checked and safeguarding-trained team, we're passionate about helping young people thrive and flourish.

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

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Creative Education in an Inclusive Environment.

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 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 Hull.

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
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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
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 Hull.

BOOK YOUR FREE SESSION

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 11:30
Places available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
Sorry, session is full
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 13:45 - 17:00
Sorry, session is full
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 Hull
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  • Hull Peter Panto
  • PQA Hull presents Peter Panto - the story that never grows o...
Poppets-Cake
  • Poppets Cake
  • ‘Cake’ is a joyful, high-energy play all about teamwork, cre...
film tv classes
  • Film & Television
  • Hands-on experience in acting for the camera and making films.

Meet The Team.

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Principal
James Aconley

With a deep passion for the performing arts and a commitment to providing top-quality tuition, I ensure that students at PQA have an exciting and supportive environment to learn and grow. My background spans performance, teaching, and community-focused projects. I’ve had the pleasure of teaching singing and drama at various youth theatres and schools, as well as facilitating workshops for diverse groups.

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