Best Acting Classes near Ann Arbor, MI

2 of these studios are based in Ann Arbor; the others serve Ann Arbor from towns including Trenton (30 mi), Waterford (32 mi) and Detroit (33 mi).

5 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 17, 2026

Ring of Steel Action Theatre

Ring of Steel Action Theatre

4.8 6 reviews
“As a person who loves swords, this was the place to learn and the staff are very welcoming and fun to just watch even if you don't take part in everything”
Free trial classAges 14 and upSince 1998
3907 Varsity Dr
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Wild Swan Theater (Offices)

Wild Swan Theater (Offices)

5.0 2 reviews
“Make sure you check your tickets before driving out past the location.”
Since 2003Online lessons
6175 Jackson Rd
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Openspot Theatre

Openspot Theatre

5.0 3 reviews
Since 2019
13 mi from Ann Arbor
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Pontiac Theatre IV

Pontiac Theatre IV

5.0 1 review
Since 1969
Waterford, MI · 32 mi from Ann Arbor
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Michigan Actors Studio

Michigan Actors Studio

4.9 47 reviews
“What an incredible place that celebrates the spirit and energy of kids and gives them a space to just be themselves!”
Since 2009
Royal Oak, MI · 34 mi from Ann Arbor
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Clarkston Village Players

Clarkston Village Players

4.9 31 reviews
“Cute little theater not a bad seat in the house.”
Since 2001
Village of Clarkston, MI · 33 mi from Ann Arbor
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The 10 acting studios listed for Ann Arbor, MI 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: Ann Arbor, MI

The 10 studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 268 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews. 3 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 38 years. 1 offers online lessons. We have a website on file for all 10 of the studios on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. 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.

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Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center

Downriver Youth Performing Arts Center

4.8 35 reviews
“My daughter has learned so much through her experiences and so many volunteers give up a lot of their time and do an incredible job.”
Ages 5–19Since 1998
Trenton, MI · 30 mi from Ann Arbor
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Jackson School of the Arts

Jackson School of the Arts

4.5 13 reviews
“Good with younger people and adults respectful also creative learning they deserve bigger grants”
From $50/moAges 3–17Since 2001
Jackson, MI · 34 mi from Ann Arbor
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Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit

Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit

4.8 2 reviews
“Great show, outstanding performance by all participants.”
Ages 7–12Online lessonsSince 1992
Detroit, MI · 33 mi from Ann Arbor
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The Actor's Workshop-Detroit

The Actor's Workshop-Detroit

4.8 13 reviews
“I recommend anyone who is willing to take their acting talents to the next level to attend The Actor's Workshop.”
Ages 5–10Since 1988Online lessons
Madison Heights, MI · 35 mi from Ann Arbor
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