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Durant Road Musical Theatre
- Students
- Dance
- Costumes
“The work they do with the competitive team is fantastic and I was blown away by the performances (and so were the judges awarding 1st place all around).”
Best Acting Classes in Raleigh, NC
16 studios listed · 7 in Raleigh · 4 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Raleigh Act
- Environment
- Niece
- Acting
“I don't know if "Smith and Shore" (if those are even real names) are trying to start their own "theater" BUT creating false reviews for competitors is not the classy way to do it”
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Raleigh Little Theatre
- Adult
- Balcony
- Production
“The Future Class of 2027- has officially exited Middle School 🏫 God willing these up and rising Freshmen will be walking into High School in August/September 2023!!!!”
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Moonlight Stage Company
- Comedy
- Kids
- Shows
“I'm taking a comedy sketch class right now and was a little nervous because I never taken something like this before but Matt White does a great job of teaching the class and helping us grow.”
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Actors Training Ground
- Auditions
- BFA
“When I was in college and I couldn't understand my textbook or something didn't make sense I would use tanners book to help me understand the material.”
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North Carolina Theatre
“NCT called today to tell me that for the next show, our regular season seats will have an obstructed view for part of the performance due to the unusual arrangement of the sets - and switched us to the best available other seats.”
The 16 acting studios listed for Raleigh, NC 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: Raleigh, NC
7 of the 16 studios we list are based in Raleigh; the other 9 serve Raleigh from towns including Fayetteville (55 mi), Cary (10 mi) and Morrisville (11 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,746 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. 4 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 16 of the studios on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 1 takes 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 16 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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Thegifted Arts
“Awesome place :)”
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Theatre Academy Productions
“We are looking forward to seeing this Performing Academy grow and cannot wait for future shows and the time when our youngest can begin performing as well!”
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Carolina Academy of Performing Arts (Capa)
“The productions put on by CAPA are clear evidence of what incredible training and leadership the kids are getting and the friendships they make enrich their lives even after the show is over.”
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Starbright Youth Theatre
- Passion
- Reviews
- Mobile
“My daughter loved working with them as did my son - they are amazing caring - HIGHLY recommend - on many levels - as a parent and as an audience member”
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Playmakers Repertory Company
- Shows
- Parking
- Area
“We are very very lucky in Chapel Hill to have something that can provide that standard to an audience so far removed from LA , Chicago, San Francisco and New York.”
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Walltown Children's Theatre
“Kids not only learn how to be disciplined and how to archive their highest potential in the arts but they also learn how to respect and support at each other.”
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Harnett Regional Theatre at Stewart Theater
- Volunteers
- Mary Poppins
- Concert
“Old theater”
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Cape Fear Regional Theatre
- Fun
- Costumes
- Laughing
“Can not wait for the future expansion and will absolutely donate to this wonderful theater so that all of Fayetteville can continue to enjoy these fantastic productions.”
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Hanmarie's Performing Arts & Events
- Summer Camps
- Studio
- Party
“My niece is one of her students and I would highly recommend her studio to anyone looking for a place where your child can go and be loved and learn the techniques of singing and performing from the best in Cumberland County!”
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Sweet Tea Shakespeare
- Community Theater
- Actors
“STS is always an experience, but "Behold" was even better than usual; a non-traditional Christmas performance/cantata, the singing was exquisite, the music well performed, the venue beautiful....”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Raleigh
- “I highly recommend this facility. Incredible staff, very knowledgeable and professional and super supportive of their acting students.” — from a review of Moonlight Stage Company
- “I would recommend this studio to anyone wanting to learn and improve their skills in musical theatre!” — from a review of Durant Road Musical Theatre
- “My daughter improved tremendously and so we see the proof of great teaching.” — from a review of Raleigh Act
- “I have taken improv workshops and improv classes here and the instruction is top notch.” — from a review of Moonlight Stage Company
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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