John Robert Powers
“I was selected by JRP for their Acting Program and i am happy to say that they were very informative and answered alot of questions for me.”
Best Acting Classes near Des Plaines, IL
These studios serve Des Plaines from nearby bases in towns including Chicago, Evanston and Glenview.
15 studios listed · 9 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Oil Lamp Theater
“I highly recommend bringing your friend group for an outing here at any time of the year!”
Green Shirt Studio
“This is the perfect place for anyone interested in engaging with acting as an art form and vehicle for greater presence, whether or not you want to work as an actor.”
Rootz
“We have been taking classes there for years and have always had wonderful, caring, and creative teachers!!”
Filament Theatre
“Lovely space for events and theatre.”
Marriott Theatre
“Very entertaining and brought back memories.”
The 15 acting studios listed for Des Plaines, IL 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: Des Plaines, IL
The 15 studios on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 3,467 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 9 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 99 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
Are there really no acting studios in Des Plaines?
None on file: none of the 15 cards carry an address in Des Plaines. Acting classes gather where the theatres and the production work are, so traveling to a bigger city for a weekly class is ordinary in this field. Check the local theatre as well, since companies often run classes without listing them as a business.
Overshadowed Theatrical Productions
“It's amazing the performances they put on!”
Mudlark Theater Company
“The productions are consistently high-quality, showcasing not only the immense, budding talent of the young actors but also the exceptional direction, creative staging, and hard work of the entire supporting staff.”
JRP Virtual
“No matter whether students are looking to make a career change or just interested in learning new skills, this will truly make a difference in your life.”
Musical Chairs Studio
“We have always had a very positive, professional relationship with our son's teachers as well as mine.”
Piven Theatre
“I can't say enough good things about the fantastic teachers who have led the youth classes over the years that our child has been involved, but I love the kids who participate as well.”
Vagabond School of the Arts
“Prompt responses with questions or booking appointments or changes to those appointments.”
The Actors Gymnasium
“They put on an amazing show!!”
Edge of the Wood Theatre
“They do a tremendous job with the kids & their performance to strive for their best!!”
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Devonshire Playhouse
“My son was in a production of Shrek Jr the musical here and it was amazing.”
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