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Hollywood Academy of Music and Arts
- Skills
- Voice
- Adults
“I highly recommend Hollywood Academy of Music because they're well organized, their teachers are very competent (especially for beginners) and their prices are reasonable.”
Best Acting Classes in Los Angeles, CA
24 studios listed · 23 in Los Angeles · 1 open 24/7 · 15 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
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The Groundlings Theatre & School
- Sketch Comedy
- SNL
- Mask
“After attending Basic- Advanced improv classes here I can say they know character and knowing their style can have a hugely positive impact on how you perform.”
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Speiser Sturges Acting Studio
- Training
- Auditions
- Television
“I'm not going to write a detailed review of why Arron Speiser and Shannon Sturges gave me the insight, tools and skills to have a chance of success in this crazy business.”
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Nancy Friedman Acting Studio
- Learning
- Information
- Feel
“She covers various acting techniques, and talks in depth about the business, so as a student, you start to understand how to advance your career in both respects.”
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Anthony Gilardi Acting Studio
- Space
- Artists
- Workshop
“I feel very prepared for the business of the industry, but also have found my own unique way of breaking down a script and characters through the techniques I've learned here and the scripts I've worked on in class.”
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Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
- Parking
- Production
- Performances
“My young son who has the tiniest attention span was on the edge of his seat, and we were given seats to accommodate his possible autistic need to escape.”
The 24 acting studios listed for Los Angeles, 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: Los Angeles, CA
23 of the 24 studios we list are based in Los Angeles; the other one serves Los Angeles from Simi Valley (22 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 4,691 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (96%) and communication (87%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "patient" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 13 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 22 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the studios on this page; 21 publish a contact page; all 24 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.
Can I reserve an acting workshop place online?
Online booking is open at 2 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.
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Graham Shiels Studios
- Insight
- Work
- Scene Study
“GSS is not only quality technique but the teachers take time to understand the needs of their students and what they need to continue to grow as artists.”
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Real Life Actor Studio Jeff Seymour
- Character
- Truth
- Philosophy
“Trusting your instincts and acting on them is at the centre of his philosophy, and he will help you to bypass what isn't working to create better work.”
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Actors Comedy Studio
- Learn
- Camera
- Teach
“They not only know the business but they are also able to communicate their process in such a way that the students are able to understand and apply it to every audition and every job.”
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Improv-la
- Skills
- Feedback
- Concept
“I had done more comedy sports types of games with improv (think Whose Line Is It Anyway), but he took us into relationship-based improv that was both challenging and a lot of fun.”
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Theatre West
- Parking
- Shows
- Space
“The show was amazing and funny with fantastic performances by Karen Bankhead as Etta Mae Mumphries " and the rest is history" featuring Pam Trotter as Nana Mae.”
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Odyssey Theatre Ensemble
- Cast
- Tickets
- Snacks
“Info on parking from other reviews was correct.”
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Sunpath Music
- Performance
- Vocal Lessons
- Stage
“Besides being an amazing teacher that truly helped me develop a love for music what separates Sam from everyone else is that he pushed me outside of my comfort zone.”
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Ahmanson Theatre
- Ain't to Proud
- Season Tickets
- Sting
“The Los Angeles Music Center is the place!”
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The Markland Studio
- Character
- Coach
- Creative
“I have dug deep in our sessions discovering parts of myself I didn't know existed which has allowed me to create rich, diverse, authentic characters.”
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Scott Sedita Acting Studios
- Book
- Laugh
- Coach
“I highly recommend reading his books, Scott Sedita's Guide to Making It In Hollywood and The Eight Characters of Comedy AND downloading his Actor's Audition App.”
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Assistance League Theatre
- Beautiful
- Kids
- Parking
“Nine O'Clock Players is an amazing non-profit organization dedicated to bring the joy of live musical theatre to the underserved youth in Los Angeles since 1929.”
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The Actors Company
“Personally I find it hard to connect with some acting coaches in this town as a lot of them are just teaching because they can not necessarily because they want to or are passionate about helping actors to grow.”
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The Modern Actor Coaching
- Energy
- Craft
- Course
“So far I've only had one class , but he just seems like a really nice person that cares for your passion, I can't wait for my other classes and see what he shows me next.”
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Stella Adler Academy of Acting
- Teach
- Technique
- Shows
“If you are not american, they will be there for you, support you, teach you, give you a school that will be your home, and the most important thing, make you grown as a person and as an actor.”
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Diana Castle's the Imagined Life
- Empathy
- Grateful
- Storytelling
“My incredible mentor of 20 years now, words can't even accurately describe how grateful I am for Diana Castle; for her empathy, her wisdom, artistic genius, and extraordinary heart.”
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McCadden Place Theatre
- Parking
- Monkey
“Great shows”
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The Clown School
- Learning
- Knowledge
“Sent my obese kid (100kg+) to this school, he liked it, so i let him stay there, after that, once he wanted to leave, i sent him to a normal school, now the whole school knows him as the school clown”
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Socapa Summer Arts Camps For Teens
- Course
- Photography
- Acting
“I was anxious for months before that summer because of how shy and introverted I am but everyone there were so kind and it felt like I had known them forever.”
Acting Coaching Services in Los Angeles, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$188
Maximum cost
$3250
National Average
$500
Avg Per Hour Rates
$79
$375
$875
Typical price range is based on 453 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Los Angeles
- “I have noticed such improvement not only in my craft, but also my comfort and confidence while preparing and performing.” — from a review of Graham Shiels Studios
- “In a safe environment, Nancy offers each individual her undivided attention and shares her knowledge and training techniques on all levels from professional, skillful and powerful acting tools, improvisation, to business of the industry.” — from a review of Nancy Friedman Acting Studio
- “I love working with John. His approach to self and acting brings out a confidence I never knew I had.” — from a review of The Markland Studio
- “Thanks to my experiences with Improv LA, I feel more confident and more vocal in all areas of my life.” — from a review of Improv-la
- “I love training with Sam! My experience with him has been excellent, and I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to learn to play the guitar or improve their musical skill.” — from a review of Sunpath Music
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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