PQA Brighton West is a weekend performing arts academy for children and young people aged 4-18, based in Southwick and serving the areas of Hove and Shoreham-By-Sea.  

We provide a safe and welcoming space where students can thrive, offering a wide range of classes that explore improvisation, character work, storytelling through song and dance, and screen acting and filmmaking. Our academy encourages creativity, allowing students to try new things, push boundaries, and develop a variety of performance skills.

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EXPLORE A WORLD OF PERFORMING ARTS..

Southwick Community Centre has been our home for over 10 years! This excellent location features The Barn Theatre, where our students can put on fantastic performances and showcases overseen by our fantastic team of teachers.

Here, students are inspired to explore every aspect of the performing arts, build confidence, and discover new passions in an environment where they feel supported, included, and empowered.

OUR ACADEMY SESSIONS.

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 09:30 - 11:00
Spaces available
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:30 - 12:45
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Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 13:30 - 16:45
Spaces available
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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
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.

how to find us?

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Academy Notices and Projects.

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

Rebecca Goffin
Principal
Rebecca Goffin
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Hi, I’m Becca and I am delighted to be the Principal of PQA! I have been part of the PQA family since September 2010, where I taught the Musical Theatre module for over 10 years I love everything about theatre and performing arts. It is my aim as Principal to nurture, encourage and support my students to build their passion in the performing arts and to help their confidence and enjoyment grow.

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