PQA Thurrock offers performing arts sessions which combine acting, singing, dancing lessons, filming, and comedy for children, every Saturday, based at Thames Park Secondary School. 
Our weekly sessions include Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television for children and young people aged 4-18. At PQA Thurrock, we are passionate about giving children the space to be themselves, learn new skills, make new friends, all in a safe and welcome environment while they explore the world of Performing Arts. From Musical Theatre, to Comedy and Drama and Film & TV, there is something for everyone at PQA!
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, screenwriter, film and act for television
Led by Principal Natasha and an exceptional 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!

Launching 9th January 2027 - Book Your Free Session!

academy location

Explore Creativity with a Weekend Performing Arts Academy.

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.  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. Take a look below at the exciting things we have coming up at PQA Thurrock.

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

main academy
Ages 6-18
dance school
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.
Your PQA Journey
pqa journey
Watch My PQA Journey here to get a glimpse inside PQA. Skye will guide you through everything to expect when you join your local academy.

PQA Thurrock.

Book your free session for our first day of term - 9th January 2027

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 11:30
Places available
Book Now
arrow_circle_right
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:15 - 12:30
Places available
Book Now
arrow_circle_right
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
  • £47.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy
    6 - 18 years
  • £94.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy Sibling
  • £70.50
  • per month

how to find us?

academy location
Enquiries
arrow_circle_right

Term Dates.

Academy Notices and Projects.

Academy notices, projects and events at PQA Thurrock
Thurrock-Coming-Soon
  • Thurrock Coming Soon
  • PQA Thurrock is launching 9th of January 2027 - Book Your Fr...
Read More
comedy drama classes
  • Comedy & Drama
  • Acting classes in a fun, supportive environment.
Read More
film tv classes
  • Film & Television
  • Hands-on experience in acting for the camera and making films.
Read More

Meet The Team.

principal performing arts
Principal
Natasha Aubrey
Email Me
arrow_circle_right

Natasha has been principal of PQA Upminster since 2017 after being musical theatre teacher and vice principal since the academy opened in 2012. She is excited to expand and open a brand new academy, PQA Thurrock, in 2027. Her goal is to make her academies a wonderful, happy and safe place for children and young people to explore their creativity.

read more...