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LIPA 4-19 is a part-time performing arts academy for 4-19 year olds, set up by The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts – a vocational performing arts university, which was co-founded by Sir Paul McCartney.

You can learn to sing, dance and act, taught by fully trained, experienced professionals in their chosen fields.

We also offer advanced classes for those wishing to take their performing arts practice to the next level or have a passion for an individual discipline and would like to further enhance their skills.

Most of all, LIPA 4-19 classes are fun and a great way to make new friends.

Don't worry - our structured approach means that all students – of whatever age – develop their performing arts skills at the correct pace, building confidence as they go.  Our classes also stimulate imagination and creativity, enhancing students' interpersonal and presentation skills. 

Our classes operate on weekends, usually over three 12 week terms.

Advanced classes operate after school, usually over three 10-week terms.

4 to 6 year olds enjoy one and half hours of classes each week, while 7 to 19 year olds enjoy three hours of classes each week.

To apply for a place at one of our academies, you will just need to complete the 'Apply now' section on our home page.

No, we accept students of all abilities. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.

Prices can vary depending on which age group you require; these are shown under the ‘parent essentials’  on the ‘fees’ section.

Yes, our structure is designed around students attending the full duration. Learning the performing arts is about learning all key disciplines even though we may be only gifted in certain areas. Gaining skills and perfecting others is all part of it. LIPA 4-19's philosophy is to encourage and nurture these main key skills. Through innovative teaching programmes we believe most students will develop the confidence to gain skills in all areas to succeed in the profession.

Yes, we have a uniform dress code. We believe this allows students to focus on their studies and friendships without unnecessary concerns.

We request that all students wear a LIPA 4-19 t-shirt and/or a hooded sweatshirt, details of how to purchase these items can be found under the ‘parent essentials’ and ‘uniforms’.

All students MUST wear split soled black jazz shoes and plain black tracksuit bottoms/jazz pants/leggings. Jazz trainers are optional. Longer hair should be tied back, and no jewellery is to be worn.

Yes, every child will perform at the end of each year in a large-scale end of year production.

LIPA 4-19 has already proved to be a fun and stimulating environment for many youngsters. Through role play and encouragement at LIPA 4-19, many children increase their self-confidence and their communication skills. It’s a great place to make new friends and to enjoy tapping into their own imaginations and creativity.

Yes, we do have an extensive waiting list, however waiting times vary depending on age and flexibility when completing the online application.