Best Acting Classes in Akron, OH

10 studios listed · 4 in Akron · 1 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Rubber City Theatre

Rubber City Theatre

4.7 32 reviews
“The sets are okay and the lighting is pretty good but I have seen at least 5 shows here and the costumes were lazy at best and also zero plus size people were on stage in White Christmas.”
Since 2017
228 E Buchtel Ave
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Center For Applied Theatre and Active Culture

Center For Applied Theatre and Active Culture

4.6 13 reviews
“A wonderful place to work creatively and to see cutting edge, community driven theatre!”
Since 2005Online lessons
220 S Balch St
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Phoenix Performing Arts

Phoenix Performing Arts

4.8 8 reviews
“Everyone is so nice, the directors are great and its just a really really good place ;)”
Since 2019
263 E Mill St
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Wandering Aesthetics

Wandering Aesthetics

4.9 2 reviews
Ages 6–13Since 2015
377 W Exchange St
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Medina County Show Biz Co

Medina County Show Biz Co

4.6 32 reviews
“This is a place where you can see amazing shows and productions.”
Since 2008
Medina, OH · 19 mi from Akron
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Chagrin Falls Performing Arts Academy

Chagrin Falls Performing Arts Academy

5.0 13 reviews
“The instructors did a great job of preparing the dancers of all ages.”
Since 2008
Chagrin Falls, OH · 25 mi from Akron
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The 10 acting studios listed for Akron, OH are shown on this page. What each one teaches, whether it works on camera or on stage, and which ages it takes are read off its own website.

Area overview: Akron, OH

4 of the 10 studios we list are based in Akron; the other 6 serve Akron from towns including Cleveland (29 mi), Medina (19 mi) and Chagrin Falls (25 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 636 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open on Saturdays. Domain records put 6 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. We have a website on file for all 10 of the studios on this page; 7 publish a contact page and 8 list a public email. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.

Where do I find acting class terms, levels and timetables?

All 10 studios here list a site of their own, and that is where the term dates, the levels and the difference between an ongoing class and a one-off workshop get spelled out. Listings carry what each studio says about itself, so read the class page rather than the summary.

Cleveland Public Theatre

Cleveland Public Theatre

4.8 63 reviews
“A leader in cutting edge story telling, they are not to be missed.”
Ages 14–19Since 2000
Cleveland, OH · 29 mi from Akron
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Talespinner Children's Theatre

Talespinner Children's Theatre

4.9 37 reviews
“The kids love to meet the cast and take part in the various activities offered at different times.”
Since 2021
Cleveland, OH · 29 mi from Akron
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Cain Park Alma Theater

Cain Park Alma Theater

4.5 22 reviews
“Lovely community theater which should be supported by everyone.”
Since 1999
Cleveland Heights, OH · 30 mi from Akron
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Heights Youth Theatre

Heights Youth Theatre

4.6 7 reviews
“Wonderful experience for families and children participating!”
Ages 6–18Since 2006
University Heights, OH · 29 mi from Akron
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