PQA Stoke on Trent, is a weekend performing arts school for children, offering sessions which combine acting, singing, dancing lessons, filming, and comedy each Saturday, based in the heart of The Willows Primary School.

At PQA Stoke on Trent, we are passionate about 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. Our weekly sessions include Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television for children and young people aged 6-18.

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 Marie and a brilliant team of dedicated teachers, we're passionate about what we do. At PQA, we believe the confidence, resilience, and communication skills your child builds here will benefit them far beyond the classroom!

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Empowering Weekend Performing Arts 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 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 Stoke on Trent.

Start your journey and book your free session today! The stage is set, we can't wait to welcome you and your child at a session soon

PQA Stoke-on-Trent.

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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
Places available
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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:
  • Main Academy
    6 - 18 years
  • £92.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy Sibling
  • £69.00
  • per month

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Meet The Team.

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Principal
Marie Stimson-Machers
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Marie studied Film & Television with Theatre Studies at Derby University followed by a Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Drama & Contextual Studies at The University of Reading. After one year of teaching, she was promoted to Head of Drama and continued in this role for 16 years in the local area – she is also a licensed chaperone and looks after children in the Performing Arts sector.

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