This is an open access opportunity - no audition is necessary to join the Intermediate level of our Pre-Professionals Training Programme. So, no excuses, no barriers to joining and there are no limitations on where this training could lead for you. 

 

We only start the NPA Pre-Professional Training from Year 7, so very often you may have attended a junior stage school prior to exploring your options at a senior level.  Don't be worried about making the change over to our professional centre and school of performing arts. You know what you are wanting for your future, you know you have passion and talent. So, where do you see yourself being able to be recognised and achieving your full potential?

 

This isn't a pop-up franchise or a school-hall-hire weekly class situation - this is Northern Performance Academy, a professional training centre for those who want to take their skills and talents seriously. Although we have to tell you - it's also ridiculous amounts of fun and the friendships often last a lifetime!

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• The largest premises

• The most advanced industry-standard equipment

• The widest curriculum & largest timetable

• Unrivalled performance project opportunities

• Permanent teaching staff

• Onsite theatre spaces

• Affiliation with The Harrogate Playhouse

We hope you are excited by all that we offer. We are all really welcoming and love to meet talented young performers who are keen to progress and searching for the best options in the local area.

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Why not come and tour the premises and have a chat with a member of the teaching team at NPA? It's really important to us that you see exactly what is on offer in our area. We would love to show you round our incredible HQ -  or you can book a free trial session for this group by emailing info@NPAHarrogate.co.uk to get registered for a taster class.

 

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WHAT WILL I TRAIN IN? 

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You can choose to specialise as an Actor/ Director or as a Musical Theatre Performer. You will immerse yourself in your weekly workshops that give you plenty of chances to step into the spotlight and hone your skills for the stage & screen. As a student at NPA, you will take part in a rich and varied curriculum that gives you a broad range of experiences in so many aspects of the industry.

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You will grow in self-confidence, resilience and communication skills too. We train you to be a creative person, so you may find our weekly classes have a positive impact on your school/college life, as well as your personal sense of identity and self-belief in your abilities. ​