Pauline Quirke Academy
Doug Kirby is the Principal Owner of PQA Swindon, a performing arts school offering classes in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre, and Film & Television for kids and young adults. Throughout their career, Doug has held roles such as Vice Principal, Film and TV tutor, Associate Film Director, Producer, Director, and Production Director in various video production and visual marketing companies. With experience in both screen and stage production, Doug has a strong background in narrative-led dramatic video production. Doug holds a HND in Hotel Management from Colchester Institute, along with an OND in Hotel and Institutional Operations.
Pauline Quirke Academy
The Pauline Quirke Academy is a weekend performing arts academy providing tuition for children and young people from 4-18 years. Students spend three hours with us, rotating through hour-long sessions in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre and Film & Television. The PQA model has been put together by people who work professionally in the performing arts industry and education sector. It means our classes deliver high educational value combined with realistic industry practice and our students get the best possible experience.