The highest-rated Acting Training companies out of 171 vetted & reviewed in the Santa Monica area.
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Prominent finalists A-Z in Santa Monica
Anthony Gilardi Acting Studio
Curtain Call Performing Arts
FUN Acting Studios
James Reese Studios
John Rosenfeld Studios
Kids On Stage
Moss Theater
Newhall Family Theatre
Paul Schackman’s Actor’s Instinct
Polynesian Paradise Dancers
Ruskin Group Theatre Co
Ruskin School of Acting
Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts
Singing For Your Soul
Star Dance Center
Susan Giosa Acting Workshop
The Actors Circle
The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage
The Frisch Approach: Transformational Acting
The Hudson Theatres
Tony Barr’s Film Actors Workshop
Verdi Chorus
Vibe Performing Arts
Wallace Audition Technique
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Moss Theater
(49)
Acoustics
Intimate
Evening
“Absolutely one of the best venues I have been to for music!”
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The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage
(46)
Shows
Space
Venue
“Now renamed Broad Stage (possibly to avoid confusion with The Broad Museum in downtown) this medium-sized venue offers diverse entertainment in a comfortable and -- for those of us on the Westside -- conveniently accessed location.”
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The Hudson Theatres
(43)
Sandwich
Actors
Stage
“Also in the Hudson Theatres building are two popular Hollywood eateries: EAT THIS CAFE and BUNGALOW 40, open daily and perfect for meeting with your production crew and post-show socializing.”
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Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts
(48)
Headshots
Modeling
Skills
“Honestly i really like it ive only been here for a couple months but i enjoy it its my dream to be an actress so them bringing in agents IS AWESOME cool staff too.”
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Ruskin Group Theatre Co
(34)
Intimate
Parking
Actors
“I've fogged up in the theater before but it's been awhile, and this time, outright tears, swept up in the thrilling conclusion, lightning against black velvet!”
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Ruskin School of Acting
(33)
Viewpoints, And Movement Training, Commedia Dell'arte
“He was tough, and always called us out when we were making excuses, but also gave us the ability to feel safe and comfortable even in our vulnerability!”
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John Rosenfeld Studios
(30)
Industry
Coaches
Artist
“Every class provides an opportunity to get real reps in, with current material, in front of supportive classmates and a wildly knowledgeable instructor.”
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Newhall Family Theatre
(18)
“Too bad they didn't upgrade the seats while they were at it.”
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Wallace Audition Technique
(18)
Camera
Artist
Confidence
“These classes not only prepare you for the unpredictable and often mysterious world of the audition room, they also help you learn to care for yourself as an actor.”
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Paul Schackman's Actor's Instinct
(15)
Environment
Camera
Confidence
“Personally, I've been leaning towards different forms of expression, and I'm so grateful (and feel extremely fortunate) this is where I began with acting.”
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Susan Giosa Acting Studio
(10)
Audition
Training
Confident
“Books give a really good sense of what you'll be getting out of a class as well as if you align on craft, as not every technique works for every actor.”
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Vibe Performing Arts
(19)
“Andrea has a special connection with young adults and really puts them at ease with her humor and warm smile, while also making them strive to do their best.”
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Tony Barr's Film Actors Workshop
(8)
Audition
Coaching
Camera
“Also, the low cost is great because it allows you to take advantage of Eric's private audition coaching (which he also offers at a great rate) and also encourages students to buy copies of their tapes, which are great for first-time reel builders.”
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The Frisch Approach: Transformational Acting
(6)
“He will analyze everything you do and give you constructive criticisms about any little thing that could use improvements, and always compliments any minor successes.”
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Curtain Call Performing Arts
(4)
“I love the staff.”
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Star Dance Center
(12)
“My daughters are now 17 and 11 and what i love is that not only are they teaching the young kids but they are transitioning to the older ones so you can stay at 1 studio all thru high school.”
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Polynesian Paradise Dancers
(1)
“Our Ohana wouldn't stop talking about how awesome that we brought back the culture heritage and elevate it to the next level.”
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Verdi Chorus
“Born in Havana Cuba in 1925, Maestro De La Vega was a world-class composer and a key figure in Los Angeles music circles. His catalog includes orchestral, chamber, vocal, piano and electronic works and his commissions were sought the world over. Thro...”
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FUN Acting Studios
(5)
Artist
Craft
Actors
“In addition to working on our scenes and monologues on our time in between classes, we are also assigned plays to read, and films or documentaries to watch.”
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James Reese Studios
Staff, Resources, Audition + Taping (Self Tapes)
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Kids On Stage
“We had the best camp with Kids on Stage! The kids sang, danced, learned how to express themselves and had the best time. We did this camp in our backyard with some other kindergartners in our neighborhood. Our kids had the greatest time and we highly...”
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Singing For Your Soul
“With clear, precise, and gentle directives I found I was suddenly engaging parts of myself that I never knew I had. I was able to discover an ease and fluency in my voice that I had only dreamed of before. She creates a positive caring environment an...”
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The Actors Circle
(26)
Audition
Exercises
Improv
“I had a fantastic time exercising my acting skills with Marcie and all the folks at The Actors Circle, and look forward to continuing to do so in the future!”
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Anthony Gilardi Acting Studio
(38)
Industry
Craft
Audit
“We really needed a space for our table read that was professional, spacious, and inviting, as we were having producers and a director come to our read.”
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