The Academy Of Performing Arts

The Academy of Performing Arts is an independent theatre school offering professional training in the performing arts for 5-17 year olds. Our esteemed institution provides high-quality theatre training, delivered by a friendly, energised, and industry-experienced team who are passionate about passing on their wealth of experience to the next generation of young performers.

Our Mission

At The Academy, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to develop their creative potential and build confidence through performance. Our mission is to provide a supportive and inspiring environment where students can learn and grow, both as performers and as individuals. We strive to equip our students with the skills, discipline, and confidence needed to succeed in the performing arts and beyond.

Our Services

The Academy offers a comprehensive range of services designed to help young people unlock their full potential in the performing arts. Our services include:

• Professional training in acting, singing, and dance
• Opportunities to participate in staged, public performances
• Industry-experienced tutors and mentors
• A supportive and inspiring learning environment
• Small class sizes to ensure individual attention and guidance
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment
• Regular feedback and progress assessments
• Opportunities to participate in workshops, masterclasses, and other performance-related activities

What Our Parents Say

But don't just take our word for it! Our parents and students rave about their experiences at The Academy. Here's what some of them have to say:

• "The Academy has been the making of my daughter. She gets so excited about going on a Saturday and the team are always fun and encouraging!" - Suzi Webb
• "My daughter absolutely lives for Saturday afternoons at the academy. She has gained so much from being a member of the APA." - Beth Beynon
• "Ruby has been attending The Academy for over 2 years and in that time her confidence has grown no end and the skills she has learnt and demonstrated in performance have astounded us!" - Ruth Rust

About Our Founder

Glyn Trefor-Jones, our Principal, established The Academy in 2005 with a vision to provide young people with access to high-quality theatre training and performance opportunities. With years of industry experience, Glyn is passionate about passing on his knowledge and expertise to the next generation of performers.