PETERBOROUGH
PERFORMING ARTS FULL TIME COLLEGE
At PPA College, we don’t just teach performance; we forge the professional careers of the industry’s next elite. As the county’s premier destination for world-class dance and musical theatre training, we provide a high-octane, conservatory-style environment where raw potential is refined into technical mastery.
Our college is a powerhouse of artistic excellence, fueled by a faculty of distinguished industry veterans and a rigorous curriculum that demands nothing less than perfection. Here, you aren't just a student—you are a professional-in-the-making, immersed in a culture of high ambition and mentored by experts who have commanded the world’s most prestigious stages. We set the standard for discipline, craft, and stagecraft. If you possess the drive to push beyond your limits, the presence to own the spotlight, and the ambition to turn your talent into a successful career, your journey begins at PPA.
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CONTACT US FOR OUR NEXT EXPERIENCE & AUDITION DAY
CONTACT US FOR OUR NEXT EXPERIENCE & AUDITION DAY
CONTACT US FOR OUR NEXT EXPERIENCE & AUDITION DAY
Join us for a taster day, train with industry professionals to prepare yourself for a life on the stage! You will sample the reality of life training as a real life performer! Once we have received your form you will be offered a date.
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CONTACT US FOR OUR NEXT EXPERIENCE & AUDITION DAY
CONTACT US FOR OUR NEXT EXPERIENCE & AUDITION DAY
Book your auditions now, once the application has been submitted we will come back to you with your date.
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE DAY OR AUDITION NOW
CONTACT US FOR OUR NEXT EXPERIENCE & AUDITION DAY
BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE DAY OR AUDITION NOW
We are now open for auditions & experience day bookings!
Join our Elite Performing Arts training programme for the day, train with industry professionals and have a feel for what life would be like at our full time college!
🗓 7th May
🕰️ 10.30-3.00
📍Key Theatre Peterborough
We are looking for exceptionally gifted dancers, actors or vocalist to join our elite institution.
Train like a pro!
If you think you have what it takes and are looking for a successful career on stage or tv then book your space today!
THE VENUE
The Key Theatre
Based at The Key Theatre — Peterborough’s cultural hub — our college trains in purpose‑built studios, a studio theatre and a full‑size auditorium used daily by touring professionals. Students rotate between spaces, gaining day‑to‑day experience in a real theatre environment.
All learners receive work experience at The Key or our sister venue, The New Theatre, which has hosted West End shows including SIX, HEATHERS and Mamma Mia. Located on the River Nene, the theatre is a two‑minute walk from bus routes and five minutes from the train station, making it easily accessible across the region.
Course overview
The following subjects make the programme of study:
Dance; Jazz, tap, commercial, MT, ballet, contemporary, lyrical
Vocal Technique
Acting Styles
Performance Skills
Devising Material
Improvisation
Storytelling
Audition Technique
Rehearsal Technique
Performing Arts Industry
Entry Requirements
A minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
For students without a Grade 4, or above, in English and Maths, you will need to resit these qualifications.
Progression Routes
After the Level 3 Extended Diploma students can progress via many different routes.
The following are examples of what students may go on to do:
Study for a BA Hons Degree at any university or specialist drama/dance school
Professional performance work
Performing and teaching after further training
Theatre in education
Additional Audition & industry preparation package
Additional Training
Creating Successful Performers — Every Hour Counts
In a highly competitive performing arts sector, additional, focused training is often the decisive factor between talent and professional readiness. Our cost‑effective supplementary timetable provides intensive, targeted tuition that augments your core programme, delivering concentrated development in technique, stamina and performance consistency.
When combined with your main course, this programme equates to full‑time professional training, furnishing the technical proficiency and practical experience required for a career on stage or screen. Delivered by established industry practitioners, the curriculum is purposefully designed to enhance technique, cultivate resilience and produce demonstrable outcomes.
Additional 10 hrs per week training includes;
Jazz technique
Ballet
Tap
Commercial
Contempary
Strength & stretch
Private singing lessons
1-1 Audition preparations
MEET OUR TEAM
Charlie Bruce
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
Charlie Bruce
Charlie trained at The Arts Educational School from the age of 10 to 16, she then went on to further her training at Laine Theatre Arts until the age of 18. Additionally she spent 7 years with the National Youth Ballet.
In 2010 Charlie won the hit TV show So you think You Can Dance where viewing topped 15 million viewers.
Charlie went on to
Charlie trained at The Arts Educational School from the age of 10 to 16, she then went on to further her training at Laine Theatre Arts until the age of 18. Additionally she spent 7 years with the National Youth Ballet.
In 2010 Charlie won the hit TV show So you think You Can Dance where viewing topped 15 million viewers.
Charlie went on to play the role of Baby in West Ends hit show Dirty Dancing. She was then invited to take part in Revolution at The theatre Royal as a featured dancer
alongside Kimberly Wyatt and Adam Garcia. In 2012 Charlie performed in the Closing Ceremony of the Olympics.
Charlie has also had great success in TV including 4music advert, X Factor Live Shows, Royal Variety, Remembrance Day, Britain’s Got Talent & Mamma Mia 2 the movie. Last year she took part in two major dance shows, Remembering Fred dancing for Janette & Aljaz and she also starred in Rip it Up the 50’s & 60’s dancing alongside Natalie Lowe, Louis Smith, Jay McGuiness, Harry Judd & Aston Merrygold.
She is currently starring as a featured dancer in the West End show Rip it Up the 60’s at the Garrick Theatre.
Charlie’s aim at PPA is to encourage confidence and knowledge in their chosen skill. This will enable the students have all the tools to pursue their love of dance, drama and singing.
Danielle Cato
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
Charlie Bruce
Danielle Cato began her training at The Renton
Dance Studio.
She went on to train at The Royal Ballet School age 11 having been a Junior Associate of The Royal Ballet aged 8-11. Performing with the Royal Ballet Company in Beatrix Potter, The Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet.
At 16 she successfully auditioned for the Royal Ballet Upper School
Danielle Cato began her training at The Renton
Dance Studio.
She went on to train at The Royal Ballet School age 11 having been a Junior Associate of The Royal Ballet aged 8-11. Performing with the Royal Ballet Company in Beatrix Potter, The Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet.
At 16 she successfully auditioned for the Royal Ballet Upper School but due to injury had to leave after one year and continue training at Laine Theatre Arts where she joined into the second year.
Upon graduating Danielle got her first West End job at 19yrs old playing the leading lady Iris Kelly in Fame the musical.
Following that she has had a successful 18 year career in shows such as Fame, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, We Will Rock You, Grease, Vampirette, West Side Story, Cats, Carousel, 42nd Street, Dirty Dancing, Strictly Ballroom.
Danielle was hand picked by Dame Gillian Lynne to dance as Cassandra from Cats at the re-naming of the New London Theatre.
TV work includes being finalist on BBC1 So You Think You Can Dance, The Olivier Awards, This Morning, Train to Gain advert.
Danielle is still very much performing as a professional dancer and loves to teach and coach when she isn’t contracted in a show.
Danielle aims to help nurture the students by instilling the technique and strength required to become not only a strong dancer but ensure longevity in their careers.
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
We are really excited to be the vocal coaches in this brand new post 16 performing arts school in Peterborough.
Our names are Naomi and Hannah we are identical twins and professional singers ourselves. We vocal coach as NH Vocal Coaching and have been teaching for over 10 years.
We are especially excited to work with you on finding your p
We are really excited to be the vocal coaches in this brand new post 16 performing arts school in Peterborough.
Our names are Naomi and Hannah we are identical twins and professional singers ourselves. We vocal coach as NH Vocal Coaching and have been teaching for over 10 years.
We are especially excited to work with you on finding your perfect repertoire for future auditions and improving your confidence, so you can get into your desired university! We will also help you with vowel placement, acting through song, belting, mix and head voice! As well as your legit rep. Most importantly we will help your confidence so you feel great every time you step on stage!
We sing professionally as a duo called Classical Reflection, we were nominated for a Brit award for work in classical music. We sing at the O2 Arena, The Royal Albert Hall and Wembley Stadium. We are approved artists for the Royal Family and we have had
two top 10 albums in the Official Charts.
We also organise musical theatre concerts in London’s Covent Garden as NH Productions.
We are really looking forward to meeting you and working with you!
Love Naomi and Hannah x--
Megan McQuaid
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
Naomi & Hannah Moxon
As a passionate advocate for the power of musical theatre to inspire and transform, I am dedicated to helping students find their artistic voice and develop their craft in a collaborative and supportive environment. With a First-Class Honours degree in Applied Performance (Community and Education) from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire,
As a passionate advocate for the power of musical theatre to inspire and transform, I am dedicated to helping students find their artistic voice and develop their craft in a collaborative and supportive environment. With a First-Class Honours degree in Applied Performance (Community and Education) from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, my teaching approach is informed by both a strong academic foundation and real-world experience in the
performing arts.
With over 10 years teaching experience, I’ve had the privilege of working across multiple facets of musical theatre—both on stage and in educational settings—gaining valuable insights into the craft and the industry. These experiences allow me to focus on nurturing technical proficiency, emotional authenticity, and creative risk-taking.
I am passionate about providing students with a well-rounded education that not only hones their vocal, physical, and acting skills but also empowers them to engage with their community and the wider world through performance. By creating a space where creativity thrives and collaboration is at the core, I encourage students to embrace challenges and push boundaries in their artistic journey.
My ultimate goal is to inspire students to become confident, resilient, and dynamic performers—ready to take on the stage and the world beyond.
