Inspire Entertainment
“My daughter comes out of class excited and happy with everything new and has improved on.”
Best Acting Classes in Gilbert, AZ
24 studios listed · 4 in Gilbert · 7 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Tuscany Theatre
“The musical performances and plays have been great, and the staff has been very friendly.”
Center Stage Academy of the Arts
“Not only do they put on incredible, professional like shows but they have something for every kid at every level.”
Limelight Youth Theatre
“The people are so kind and willing to help!”
SD Acting Studio
“We recently had the pleasure of working with Sean for the first time in a comedy skit, and he was absolutely fantastic!”
The Bridge Improv Theater
“Since I am a student I have also attended the shows they have every Saturday night, student status you see for free plus it's a great way to learn more on improv.”
The 24 acting studios listed for Gilbert, AZ 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: Gilbert, AZ
4 of the 24 studios we list are based in Gilbert; the other 20 serve Gilbert from towns including Phoenix (27 mi), Scottsdale (27 mi) and Tempe (12 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,611 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 7 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 17 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. We have a website on file for all 24 of the studios on this page; 15 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 3 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.
Can I reserve an acting workshop place online?
Online booking is open at 3 of the 24 studios. Check what you are buying before you pay: a single workshop, an audit of one session, or a whole term. Refund terms for workshops are usually tighter than for ongoing classes, because the guest teacher is booked either way.
Childsplay Theatre Inc.
“We've gone here for years with both of our kids and it's a great introduction to theater!”
Howey Acting Studio
“What I like about Bill is that once he finds that you have hit a plateau, he raises the bar so you never feel like you are spinning your wheels.”
Ahwatukee Childrens Theatre
“Good for nurturing, developing and encouraging young talent.”
Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts
Stage Door Studio
“Says the people are great and the acting classes are a lot of fun.”
A.r.t. For Kids (Arizona Repertory Theatre For Kids)
“My Children loved doing plays with Art4 Kids.”
Dearing Acting Studio
“Matt and Bryan work so hard to give quality lessons and you can tell how passionate they are.”
Do Re Mi School of the Arts
“Our first experience with Do Re Mi and my daughter wants to do it it forever.”
The Phoenix Theatre Company
“Clean facility, friendly people, and a good view from the side seats!”
The Theatre Artists Studio
“Nice facility for a small playhouse.”
Verve Studios
“What a tremendous find-—Amanda and everyone at Verve Studios is a gold mine of information and talent, and super generous with their time and expertise.”
Second Beat Improv Theater
“As a newcomer to his classes, I was terrified of "all things improv," but within ten minues of the first class, I was having fun, feeling relaxed, and the confidence building exercises have fully bled out into my "real life," and I find myself feeling far less social anxiety and awkwardness.”
Spotlight Youth Theatre
“As a parent I am very pleased with this theatre and recommend it highly to any parent seeking to get their child involved in theatre.”
THE Academy Theatre
“I fall in love of this place they should promote more events in here.”
The Studio For Actors
“Under her guidance, I not only gained an understanding of acting techniques but also built a strong foundation that I continue to rely on in my career today.”
CYT Phoenix
“My kids were involved for over 10 years.”
Valley Youth Theatre Administrative Offices
Moezart Productions
“I have seen how much the kids enjoy the theater group and they learn so much, not only about acting and stage Presence, but about life relationships and servant leadership.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in and near Gilbert
- “The audition feedback was amazing and delivered in a way my son could easily digest, and will help him improve.” — from a review of Center Stage Academy of the Arts
- “Anyone who wants to take acting seriously and professionally should take Bill's class.” — from a review of Howey Acting Studio
- “Great community, so grateful to be a part of the Bridge Improv.” — from a review of The Bridge Improv Theater
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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