

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