Best Acting Classes near Irvine, CA
These studios serve Irvine from nearby bases in towns including Costa Mesa, Foothill Ranch and Newport Beach.
15 studios listed · 4 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
The Actor's Studio of Orange County
“The Seven Pillars Method gives you all the tools you could possibly need and the teachers guide each and every student with SO much knowledge and care.”
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Creative Outlet Performing Arts Center
“Seeing the boost in her confidence blossom has been the best gift.”
The GEM Theatre
“Seriously each character has some A+ voice skills (serious range), dance moves, & more to offer.”
Newport Theatre Arts Center
“One of our favorite little playhouses for decades, Tnx to Rae Cohen n her staff.”
Musical Theatre Academy of Orange County
“To be honest, I initially signed up our son for MTAOC in order to get him to play less video games and I definitely did not expect him to fall head over heels with musical theater.”
The 15 acting studios listed for Irvine, CA 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: Irvine, CA
The 15 studios on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 691 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the studios on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 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 Irvine?
None on file: none of the 15 cards carry an address in Irvine. 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.
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Broadway Arts Studio Dance
“Miss Heather, her coaches and staff not only help their dancers learn and grow as dancers but as people also.”
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Arts & Learning Conservatory
“It was a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend for all ages!!”
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The Center Stage Studio
“The students are encouraged to make friends and there is a family atmosphere that makes them comfortable in the space.”
Starlight Theatre OC
“It is an awesome place to make friends, and be part of another family while attending Starlight Theatre OC, it's an environment that is conducive to learning, engaging stretching one's own abilities as well as others in the performing arts, with lasting effects that benefit a person into other areas of their life.”
VS Music Studios
“I have been taking vocal lessons with Sean for over a year now and I have improved so much from when I started.”
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The Music Room
“SBK musical theater class that produce Two main stage productions a year, plus a summer production and in class productions too.”
The Actors Workshop
“They teach great acting techniques and also help their students with resumes, head shots, getting an agent and teach you all the ins and outs of the industry.”
Creative Kids Playhouse Children's Theatre of Orange County
“Our daughter is learning life skills, and now speaks up with confidence - reading skills have improved - even how she stands!”
Ovations Performing Arts Conservatory
“The talent and production quality at Ovations is far better than anything I've seen locally.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios near Irvine
- “Dance teams are fair, fun, and friendly. My daughter’s technique is improving so much!” — from a review of Broadway Arts Studio Dance
- “Highly recommend this acting school to anyone looking to grow as an actor in a positive and encouraging environment!” — from a review of The Actor's Studio of Orange County
- “I went to my first class and was amazed how much I learned about film and television acting.” — from a review of The Actors Workshop
- “This is a great place to let your child shine and improve inside and out!” — from a review of The Center Stage Studio
- “Absolutely amazing acting school with incredible coaches! A huge thank you to Adam and Victoria for their dedication, patience, and passion for what they do.” — from a review of The Actor's Studio of Orange County
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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