The Bridge Improv Theater
“It was really easy to work with The Bridge Improv admin team to coordinate the event and plan the details.”
Best Acting Classes near Tempe, AZ
3 of these studios are based in Tempe; the others serve Tempe from towns including Phoenix (16 mi), Gilbert (12 mi) and Scottsdale (21 mi).
7 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Childsplay Theatre Inc.
“My daughter attended the first week of summer camp and really enjoyed it.”
Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts
Inspire Entertainment
“The teachers also create many uplifting opportunities for the dancers to participate in both inside and outside of the studio.”
SD Acting Studio
“A safe, supportive space for anyone interested in exploring improv as a way to be more creative and innovative as well as building their self-confidence and self-esteem.”
Dearing Acting Studio
“As an aspiring actor his energetic and practical teaching style has helped inspire confident and greater interest in pursuit of the occupation”
The 24 acting studios listed for Tempe, AZ 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: Tempe, AZ
The 24 studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 3,187 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 7 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. We have a website on file for all 24 of the studios on this page; 15 publish a contact page; 16 list a public email and 3 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.
Where do I find acting class terms, levels and timetables?
All 24 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.
Do Re Mi School of the Arts
“Michael and Lindsey really love what they do and it shows by the community they've built!”
The Phoenix Theatre Company
“The simple, elegant, intimate space of the Main Stage allows for a real and authentic theatre experience, with all the comforts you want but with none of the fussiness of many theater experiences.”
Tuscany Theatre
“This is one of the best theaters that my children have work with and I highly recommend bringing your children here!!!”
The Theatre Artists Studio
“Love this theatre and their productions are always top quality.”
Second Beat Improv Theater
“For those new to improv and wanting to give it a try, Sam is a caring instructor, who really makes the classes comfortable for everyone.”
Spotlight Youth Theatre
“All the performances are fantastic and I highly recommend taking your little ones to one of their camps, they will have the time of their lives!”
THE Academy Theatre
“Very nice place with good people”
Howey Acting Studio
“If you want to get out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself to greater heights, then Howey Acting Studio is where you need to be.”
Ahwatukee Childrens Theatre
“Good for nurturing, developing and encouraging young talent.”
Stage Door Studio
“My daughter loves her theater classes and piano lessons.”
Valley Youth Theatre Administrative Offices
Center Stage Academy of the Arts
“All the coaches are so supportive”
Limelight Youth Theatre
“The people are so kind and willing to help!”
Theater Works
“The actors put on a fantastic show and you could tell they worked their behinds off to entertain the audience!”
Verve Studios
“Not only are the exercises learned during the course extremely helpful for the voice and useful for relaxing the body to perform, but the positive learning environment helped me free up my "actor's instrument".”
The Studio For Actors
“Her training includes all of the major techniques and even some she's come up with on her own all in a safe space where they can experiment and grow without detrimental critiques.”
CYT Phoenix
“An amazing community of creativity where you can learn and grow with so many amazing people!”
Moezart Productions
“I have seen how much the kids enjoy the theater group and they learn so much, not only about acting and stage Presence, but about life relationships and servant leadership.”
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