Best Acting Classes near Arlington, VA

1 of these studios is based in Arlington; the others serve Arlington from towns including Washington, DC (5 mi), Bethesda, MD (8 mi) and Falls Church (4 mi).

1 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Dominion Stage

Dominion Stage

Since 1999
3700 S Four Mile Run Dr
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Creative Cauldron Stage

Creative Cauldron Stage

4.8 67 reviews
“One of the best kept secrets of performing arts in Falls Church (northern VA)… definitely with their new location being right next to the new Whole Foods is a big win!!!”
Online lessonsSince 2002
Falls Church, VA · 4 mi from Arlington
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Round House Theatre

Round House Theatre

4.8 116 reviews
“Great place to take the family, or have a friends day/night out.”
Free PlayAges 3–750+ years
Bethesda, MD · 8 mi from Arlington
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Theater J

Theater J

4.7 41 reviews
“Thought provoking plays, cutting edge theater productions.”
Coupons & offersAges 2–9Online lessonsSince 2015
Washington, DC · 5 mi from Arlington
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The Theatre Lab

The Theatre Lab

5.0 34 reviews
“He really brought each of us out of our shell and helped us dig into each character's objective and obstacle.”
10% offAges 13–19Since 1992
Washington, DC · 5 mi from Arlington
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Talent Group For Children

Talent Group For Children

4.9 42 reviews
“The group is a great environment and experience for kids to express their talents I definitely recommend!!”
Open 24 hoursSince 2016
Capitol Heights, MD · 11 mi from Arlington
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The 15 acting studios listed for Arlington, VA 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: Arlington, VA

14 of the 15 studios on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 888 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 51 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 2 take 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 15 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.

Afyp

Afyp

4.0 2 reviews
“We're very grateful for the training and mentorship she's provided, and I highly recommend AFYP to any young actor looking to grow their skills and confidence”
BBB accreditedSince 2008
Fairfax, VA · 11 mi from Arlington
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Alden Theatre

Alden Theatre

4.6 22 reviews
“Awesome venue with very helpful staff.”
Since 1998
6 mi from Arlington
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Lumina Studio Theatre

Lumina Studio Theatre

4.8 11 reviews
“Our daughter has been doing it for 5+ years and the skills it has engendered around preparation, practice, and performance are priceless!”
Since 2000
Silver Spring, MD · 10 mi from Arlington
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National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts

National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts

4.8 6 reviews
“Small classes and teachers who are highly accomplished, working professionals.”
Since 1975Prices online
Washington, DC · 5 mi from Arlington
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Young Playwrights' Theater

Young Playwrights' Theater

Online lessons3 instructorsSince 1995
Washington, DC · 5 mi from Arlington
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Theater Alliance

Theater Alliance

5.0 3 reviews
“The most exciting theater in DC”
8 instructorsSince 1993
Washington, DC · 5 mi from Arlington
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WJ Stage

WJ Stage

4.8 2 reviews
Since 2022
Bethesda, MD · 8 mi from Arlington
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Studio Acting Conservatory

Studio Acting Conservatory

4.5 6 reviews
“For those at any level of acting, there is something to be learned here.”
Ages 12–173 instructorsSince 1975
Washington, DC · 5 mi from Arlington
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Viaj Entertainment Services

Viaj Entertainment Services

Since 1993
Hyattsville, MD · 10 mi from Arlington
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