PQA Ipswich offers a vibrant space where young people aged 4-18 can explore their creativity through Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre, and Film & Television.

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Creative Learning in the Heart of Ipswich.

PQA Ipswich has been nurturing young talent since opening its doors on 3rd October 2015. Since then, we’ve grown significantly, with over 140 young people joining our academy to explore the world of performing arts. With each passing year, we’ve continued to expand our students’ opportunities, from performing our tailor-made musical at The Jerwood Dance House to achieving distinctions in our Musical Theatre exams and hosting cinema screenings at IFT.

One of the highlights of our journey was when one of our short films was awarded at the PQA Film Festival and aired in London's Leicester Square. We provide regular opportunities for our students to share their creative achievements, whether through class performances, film screenings, or collaborative projects, allowing them to gain valuable feedback and experience. These project-based learning experiences help our students build confidence, develop their skills, and celebrate their creative journeys.

At PQA Ipswich, we focus on empowering our students with confidence and creativity through performance-based learning. Whether it’s on stage, behind the camera, or in front of a screen, our students are constantly encouraged to excel and showcase their skills. Join us and be part of a growing academy where achievement and creativity go hand in hand.

We would love to invite you to a free taster session to experience the energy, excitement, and support that make PQA Ipswich a special place for every young performer.

OUR ACADEMY SESSIONS.

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 11:15
Limited availability
Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 13:15 - 14:45
Spaces available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:30 - 12:30
Spaces available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 13:00 - 16:00
Limited availability
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.

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Meet The Team.

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Principal
Emily Watt

Growing up in Ipswich, I developed a passion for performing arts early on, I immersed myself in the vibrant local theatre scene taking dancing and singing lesson and performing with multiple theatre companies across Suffolk. This passion led me to London, where I honed my skills and trained in professional musical theatre at the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.

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