Best Acting Classes near Upper Darby, PA

These studios serve Upper Darby from nearby bases in towns including Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr and Wayne.

15 studios listed · 5 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 22, 2026

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Arden Theatre Company

Arden Theatre Company

4.8 44 reviews
“Parking is tight with limited options, but there is never a disappointing production.”
Coupons & offersAges 2 and upSince 1998
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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Playhouse West-Philadelphia

Playhouse West-Philadelphia

4.9 48 reviews
“Tony is a very awesome teacher and puts hard work and effort into making sure that we put our best foot forward in every class to advance our careers.”
Ages 18 and upSince 2001
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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Philly Improv Theater

Philly Improv Theater

4.5 36 reviews
“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).”
Since 2005
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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The Philadelphia Acting Studio

The Philadelphia Acting Studio

5.0 49 reviews
“I've meet some of the coolest producers, and landed some acting roles while in his class.”
Since 2012
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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The Ritz Theatre Company

The Ritz Theatre Company

4.6 45 reviews
“It's a great way to spend an afternoon or evening and they have lots of children programming too.”
Ages 3–8Since 2003
Haddon Township, NJ · 12 mi from Upper Darby
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Wolf Performing Arts Center

Wolf Performing Arts Center

4.7 21 reviews
“Administrators and counselors have been personable, kind…top-notch.”
Ages 12 mo–2Since 2005
Bryn Mawr, PA · 6 mi from Upper Darby
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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 1,746 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. 5 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. Domain records put 11 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 and 11 list a public email. 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

Macguffin Theatre and Film Company

4.8 13 reviews
“Small space you almost fell like a part of the show.”
Since 2002
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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The Actors Lab

The Actors Lab

4.9 27 reviews
“This is on top of his incredible eye for the work, his crazy good acting skills, and his extensive knowledge of the business itself.”
Since 2014
Wayne, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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Pig Iron Theatre Company

Pig Iron Theatre Company

4.8 7 reviews
“This was my first immersive theatre experience and I really enjoyed it!”
Since 1995
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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Bushfire Theatre of Performing Arts

Bushfire Theatre of Performing Arts

4.7 7 reviews
“Must see if you in the area”
Since 2003
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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Kathy Wickline Casting

Kathy Wickline Casting

5.0 8 reviews
“He helped me choose scripts that played to my strengths as a voice actor and worked with me until we were both satisfied with my reads.”
2+ yearsOnline lessons
8 mi from Upper Darby
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Actors District

Actors District

5.0 1 review
“Great place to hone your craft and learn all there is to know about tge mechanics of acting.”
Since 2020
Philadelphia, PA · 9 mi from Upper Darby
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Upper Merion Performing Arts LLC

Upper Merion Performing Arts LLC

5.0 3 reviews
“The staff does a fabulous job working with getting all the kids involved and bringing JOYFUL smiles to each of them and their audience!”
Ages 3–12Since 2024
King of Prussia, PA · 12 mi from Upper Darby
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Mindful Arts Dance Academy

Mindful Arts Dance Academy

5.0 7 reviews
“We took part of MAD's Virtual Classes during the Spring which was perfect due to quarantine.”
Since 2017Prices online
10 mi from Upper Darby
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Plymouth Performing Arts Center

Plymouth Performing Arts Center

5.0 4 reviews
“Great programs, graat teacher, great staff.”
Trial classSince 2019
Plymouth Meeting, PA · 12 mi from Upper Darby
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios near Upper Darby

  • “Every time I would leave class I was inspired and ready to take on the acting world.” — from a review of The Philadelphia Acting Studio
  • “Bryan Fox is very interested in your growth and success, regardless of your 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
  • “The bottom line: Bernard is an incredibly honest, yet supportive acting instructor and coach.” — from a review of The Philadelphia Acting Studio

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

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