Best Acting Classes near Salinas, CA

None of these studios is based in Salinas; they work from towns including San Jose (44 mi), Mountain View (55 mi) and Santa Cruz (30 mi).

11 studios listed · 4 open weekends · 10 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

We are still growing

There are too few quality options within 12.5 miles radius, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 200 miles from you. This includes Salinas and several other cities.
Broadway Playhouse

Broadway Playhouse

(11)
“This traditional Blackbox Theatre has intimate theatre seating for 62, is Wheelchair accessible, has an on site kitchen, and a auxiliary classroom available.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2007
Santa Cruz, CA · 30 mi from Salinas
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Bay Area Acting Studio

Bay Area Acting Studio

(7)
  • Learn
  • TV
  • Community
“The benefits are enormous to include making new friends, having fun, stepping out of your comfort zone, learning to be in the moment, and improving your memory and speed of processing.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2006
San Jose, CA · 44 mi from Salinas
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American Improv Theatre

American Improv Theatre

(22)
  • Shows
  • Intimate
“The performances were spontaneous, quirky and innovative and while some of the joked didn't land as well, we felt that the performers were true to the original "improv" art form and did not try to fallback to a standard template or deviate from any s...”
In Business Since 2015
San Jose, CA · 44 mi from Salinas
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Bay to LA Actors Network

Bay to LA Actors Network

(8)
  • Questions
  • Learning
  • Coach
“One of the biggest lessons I've learned as an Actor is that we are in a constant state of evolution and learning and Kristi creates so many opportunities to help us navigate and fuel those journeys.”
In Business Since 2016
San Jose, CA · 44 mi from Salinas
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First Take Acting School

First Take Acting School

(15)
  • Environment
  • Learn
  • Community
“Not only do they teach you what is needed to make a scene amazing and interesting, but they also teach you the business side of acting and help you excel there as well”
In Business Since 2000
Los Gatos, CA · 42 mi from Salinas
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Studio Sharise

Studio Sharise

(3)
  • Ballet
“I found this study 3 years ago on the Internet, I went with my daughter to a trial class and we were delighted with the attention of Ms Sharise and Michael, from there my oldest daughter began to practice ballet and tap and she continues in the acade...”
San Jose, CA · 44 mi from Salinas
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The 11 acting studios listed for Salinas, 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: Salinas, CA

The 11 studios on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 523 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "atmosphere" and "community". 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the studios on this page; 5 publish a contact page and 7 list a public email. 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?

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.

Woodside High Performing Arts Center

Woodside High Performing Arts Center

(34)
  • Manager
  • Acoustics
“Mozart's Requiem and some Bach.”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 1998
Woodside, CA · 62 mi from Salinas
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Theatre You

Theatre You

(31)
  • Soul
  • Kids
  • Fairy Tale
“Russian theater of a decent level”
In Business Since 2002
Mountain View, CA · 55 mi from Salinas
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The Pear Theatre

The Pear Theatre

(34)
  • Chairs
  • Actors
  • Gem
“The material is interesting one way or another and while I'm not qualified to judge the technique or production values, nothing much has got in the way of my enjoyment.”
In Business Since 2002
Mountain View, CA · 55 mi from Salinas
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Bay Area Educational Theater Company

Bay Area Educational Theater Company

(4)
“E Tc is the best theater company we have found in the Bay Area.”
In Business Since 1998
San Carlos, CA · 66 mi from Salinas
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Broadway Babies and Kids

Broadway Babies and Kids

(5)
  • Musical
“She started as a young shy kiddo and has matured and developed her vocal & musical theatre acting skills allowing her to achieve her goals as an onstage Bay Area performer.”
In Business Since 2017
Belmont, CA · 67 mi from Salinas
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Acting Coaching Services in Salinas, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$181
Maximum cost
$3132
National Average
$482
Avg Per Hour Rates
$76
$362
$844
Average price range is based on 297 cost profiles
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Average Cost $482
Minimum cost $181
Maximum cost $3132
Avg Per Hour Rates $76

Average range $362 to $844 is based on 297 cost profiles.

Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios near Salinas

  • “All the acting teachers at the school seriously know their stuff and make class an extremely fun and engaging environment .” — from a review of First Take Acting School
  • “They're _very_ beginner-friendly (lots of folk with little or no acting experience) and create environments where you're free to make mistakes, learn, and grow without judgment.” — from a review of Bay Area Acting Studio
  • “Kristi has been so helpful and generous with sharing her acting secrets and industry knowledge.” — from a review of Bay to LA Actors Network
  • “I have learned so much while being here and my acting has improved so much more than I could ever have hoped.” — from a review of First Take Acting School

Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.

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