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Arden Theatre Company
“This is a beautiful theatre and the tickets are not too expensive.”
Best Acting Classes near Upper Darby, PA
These studios serve Upper Darby from nearby bases in towns including Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr and Media.
15 studios listed · 1 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 22, 2026
Philly Improv Theater
“These shows were vastly different from each other, but both had me laughing out loud and feeling disappointed once the show had ended (because I wanted more).”
Playhouse West-Philadelphia
“The school has been really good for the short time I've attended, I only wish I started sooner.”
Media Theatre For the Performing Arts
“The event was at a great location right in downtown, and super well organized by the staff.”
The Philadelphia Acting Studio
“When I started in fall of 2024, I went from having not acted since high school to being cast in an independent film in April of 2025 and will shoot a pilot for a series in May”
Wolf Performing Arts Center
“We would absolutely love for her to return for another session this summer or next, and we hope to continue growing with this beautiful community.”
The 15 acting studios listed for Upper Darby, PA 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: Upper Darby, PA
The 15 studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,125 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. 1 is open around the clock; 3 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. Domain records put 12 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 all 15 of the studios on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
Are there really no acting studios in Upper Darby?
None on file: none of the 15 cards carry an address in Upper Darby. Acting classes gather where the theatres and the production work are, so traveling to a bigger city for a weekly class is ordinary in this field. Check the local theatre as well, since companies often run classes without listing them as a business.
Macguffin Theatre and Film Company
“Top notch theater development for kids of all (most) ages with an interest in acting, either for fun or for the long term.”
The Actors Lab
“Her warm, relaxed personality made me feel right at home and her insight and feedback helped to make it a great session!”
Pig Iron Theatre Company
“There was this crazy egg dance with two dancers and it was one of the most interesting, intense, impressive, and engaging pieces of stage art I have ever witnessed.”
Freedom Theatre
“Beautiful theater and excellent performing arts program.”
Actors District
“Great place to hone your craft and learn all there is to know about tge mechanics of acting.”
Philly Pack
“Loved our first dance class with Miss Jess - very impressed with creative movement as such a well-conceived format and a gentle intro to dance for my daughter who loves to dance and sing at home but needs some time to get comfortable with new things.”
Bushfire Theatre of Performing Arts
“An amazing theatre with heritage galore”
Upper Merion Performing Arts LLC
“The staff does a fabulous job working with getting all the kids involved and bringing JOYFUL smiles to each of them and their audience!”
Kathy Wickline Casting
“Being new in the entertainment business, learning to read a teleprompter was very intimidating, but Rich really helped me gain on camera confidence, and made it fun all the while.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios near Upper Darby
- “I would recommend taking classes with Bernard to anyone who is looking to get into the acting business or for someone already in the business looking to improve.” — from a review of The Philadelphia Acting Studio
- “We've become a "family" of actors who love developing the craft together in a safe environment, regardless of experience or acting goals.” — from a review of The Actors Lab
- “The two educators I've worked with, Tony and Ed, are incredibly knowledgeable acting teachers.” — from a review of Playhouse West-Philadelphia
- “I highly recommend this studio to anyone who wants to improve their acting skills and have fun along the way.” — from a review of The Philadelphia Acting Studio
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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