BALPA

 

Based in Thornbury, Bristol and run by The Inspire Arts Trust, Bristol Academy of Live Performing Arts (BALPA) opened its doors in September 2011, offering high quality arts training to those aged 2 - 18+ years.  We have also branched out into fitness training, adult classes, intergenerational classes and classes for the older generation too.  All courses are based at Caedmon Complex, in the heart of Thornbury, with dance studio, performance venue, recording studio and more (click here to see our venue).  Classes are led by experienced and enthusiastic musicians, performers and dancers all of whom are DBS checked, trained in safeguarding and have a heart to see people excel in the performing arts.  

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PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR FOR EVERY YOUNG PERSON!

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We do 2 shows a year (Christmas and summer) plus a BALPA Extravaganza in May!  Plus we have other performance opportunities such as Thornbury Christmas lights switch on, school fayres, care homes and more!  We believe performing is a great way for children to gain confidence, so here at BALPA every young person gets an opportunity to perform.

 

Our current class timetable for 2025/26  is as follows:

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For more details on the individual lessons we offer click here.​

 

If you wish to apply for a bursary place click here.