Best Acting Classes near Waukegan, IL

These studios serve Waukegan from nearby bases in towns including Lake Forest, Buffalo Grove and Libertyville.

10 studios listed · 7 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Rootz

Rootz

4.8 48 reviews
“Rootz has been such a special place for both my almost four year old and one year old.”
Since 2017Family-owned
Deerfield, IL · 15 mi from Waukegan
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Lomastro Performing Arts Academy

Lomastro Performing Arts Academy

4.7 89 reviews
“We have felt that the dance classes are well organized and the recital is spectacular.”
Trial classSince 2005
Lake Forest, IL · 9 mi from Waukegan
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Marriott Theatre

Marriott Theatre

4.7 107 reviews
“Very entertaining and brought back memories.”
Since 1975
Lincolnshire, IL · 12 mi from Waukegan
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Improv Playhouse Theater

Improv Playhouse Theater

4.6 44 reviews
“It taught me to be confident and I learned many amazing things there.”
Since 2000
Libertyville, IL · 8 mi from Waukegan
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Debut Theater Studio

Debut Theater Studio

4.9 15 reviews
“If you are looking for professionals, then this is the place for you.”
Since 2019Prices online
Buffalo Grove, IL · 16 mi from Waukegan
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Centerstage In Lake Forest

Centerstage In Lake Forest

4.5 3 reviews
“A very nice cosy place for a show”
Since 1998
Lake Forest, IL · 9 mi from Waukegan
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The 10 acting studios listed for Waukegan, IL 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: Waukegan, IL

The 10 studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,310 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. 7 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 28 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 10 of the studios on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 8 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 Waukegan?

None on file: none of the 10 cards carry an address in Waukegan. 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.

Actor's Craft

Actor's Craft

4.9 17 reviews
“Maureen is a truly dedicated acting coach that wants each student to succeed, but to also have fun during the process.”
Since 2005
Kenosha, WI · 15 mi from Waukegan
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Bravo Theater

Bravo Theater

5.0 17 reviews
“This is the most wonderful theater where kids can learn very important life skills of speech, acting, and dancing, be involved in the real theater play, and keep Russian culture!!!!”
From $100/moAges 4 and upSince 2009
Buffalo Grove, IL · 16 mi from Waukegan
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Children's Theatre Company

Children's Theatre Company

5.0 4 reviews
“They have a way of making each and every individual that walks in the door shine.”
Since 2003
Northbrook, IL · 17 mi from Waukegan
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Children's Theatre of Winnetka

Children's Theatre of Winnetka

4.8 4 reviews
“Great training for children with an interest in theatre.”
Since 2001
Winnetka, IL · 19 mi from Waukegan
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