Principal Welcome
Welcome to Hervey Bay Performing Arts College. Being founded in 2017 our college has become a successful training and education provider for students wishing to focus on the performing arts industry. We believe in nurturing and guiding our students to reach their full potential both academically & practically.
In collaboration with Cairns School of Distance Education, we strive to provide students with the best possible alternate Grade 6 & High School experience.
We strive to offer students outstanding performing arts opportunities and training following our school values, Respect, Responsibility, Acceptance, Appreciation.
We look forward to speaking with you soon.
Jonathon Heeley, Principal/Director
Meet Our Teachers
Gail Heeley
Academic Supervisor
Kaitlyn Riphangen
Acrobatics
Erin Middlemiss
Fitness & Conditioning
Jessica Pennell
Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Dance History & Choregraphy
Danny Hindmarsh
Jazz, Contemporary, Audition
Tim Holstein
Acting
Fiona Mijas
Tap & Drama
Michael Hennessy
Screen Acting & Film
Chloe Wright
Vocal Coach
Additional Guest Teachers Have Included:
Shannon Atkins (USA), Shivawn Jourbert, Briden Starr, Blake John Wood, Chelsea Lane, Jason Duff, Trish Roger Squires, Frankie Z (USA), Ashleigh Kohler, Samual Dominic, Felicia Stav, Courtney Monsma, Hannah Rigby, Megan Cooper + More
Our Facilities
Senior Academic Classroom
Primary / Junior Academic Classroom
Dance Studio 1
Junior Academic Classroom
Foyer
Dance Studio 2
Student Courtyard