Best Acting Classes near Harrisburg, PA

3 of these studios are based in Harrisburg; the others serve Harrisburg from towns including Lancaster (35 mi), Camp Hill (3 mi) and Lebanon (23 mi).

4 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

We are still growing

There are too few quality options within 15 miles, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 60 miles from you. This includes Harrisburg and several other cities.

Gamut Theatre Group

Gamut Theatre Group

4.8 55 reviews
“Fantastic productions in a perfect environment - classical, Shakespeare, and offbeat quirky ones too.”
Since 2012
15 N 4th St
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Open Stage

Open Stage

4.9 71 reviews
“Angela Polite successfully embodied several roles depicting universal characters based on the African American Experience!”
Ages 13–18Since 1986
25 N Court St
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Harrisburg Improv Theatre

Harrisburg Improv Theatre

4.8 60 reviews
“It was so good for my brain to let go of expectations and learn to work with all types of people in completely spontaneous situations.”
$25 off a Level 1 classSince 2014
1633 N 3rd St
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Oyster Mill Playhouse

Oyster Mill Playhouse

4.7 72 reviews
“There isn't a bad seat in the house and the production was great.”
Since 2023
Camp Hill, PA · 3 mi from Harrisburg
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The Saint James Players

The Saint James Players

4.7 15 reviews
“James Players does an excellent job of casting kids (and adults) of all experience levels into roles that really highlight their abilities and individual talents and personalities.”
Since 2022
Lebanon, PA · 23 mi from Harrisburg
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Lancaster Academy For the Performing Arts

Lancaster Academy For the Performing Arts

4.7 9 reviews
“Lancaster Academy for the Performing Arts has been of great value to our family by providing opportunities for several of our children to experience growth through musical and theater performances.”
Since 2012
Lancaster, PA · 35 mi from Harrisburg
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The 10 acting studios listed for Harrisburg, PA 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: Harrisburg, PA

The 10 studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 786 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. We have a website on file for all 10 of the studios on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 7 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 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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Popovsky Performing Arts

Popovsky Performing Arts

4.5 14 reviews
“Summer camps are a great opportunity for learning what it's like to participate in a full production from start to finish.”
From $40/moAges 5 and upSince 2007Cash only
Lancaster, PA · 35 mi from Harrisburg
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Cavod Performing Arts Manheim

Cavod Performing Arts Manheim

5.0 9 reviews
“Fun, educational, and accepting of body type and age.”
Since 2011Prices online
Manheim, PA · 28 mi from Harrisburg
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Street Lamp

Street Lamp

4.8 46 reviews
“Fun, creative, and engaging learning opportunities that my 12 year old doesn't stop talking about!”
Since 2015
Rising Sun, MD · 59 mi from Harrisburg
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Acting With Max Studio

Acting With Max Studio

4.6 21 reviews
“Melissa was such a supportive and fun teacher and helped our daughter gain confidence in herself as a person and actor.”
Since 2020
Towson, MD · 62 mi from Harrisburg
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