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Buckeye Media Services

Buckeye Media Services

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
22+ years in business
Gahanna, OH
Oluwabukunmi A. says, "I appreciated the fact that he did not end our lessons until I was equipped with a full commerical demo and until he was satsified with my progress in my acting abilities. I received books that I could read to further fine-tune my skills and was directed to websites that held auditions for areas of voice acting that I was interested in. People are still impressed with the demo he produced for mu until this day. I truly had a 5-star experience that resulted in a 5-star demo!" Read more
Keely’s Stage & Screen Performance Coaching

Keely’s Stage & Screen Performance Coaching

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
21+ years in business
Columbus, OH
Laura T. says, "Keely is very knowledgeable and has a wonderful way of teaching stage and screen performers. She is especially adept at helping the student understand the meaning of the material and how best to convey its meaning to others while performing. I would highly recommend Keely Kurtas-Chapman!" Read more
Spanish Lessons

Spanish Lessons

I am not a company. I am an individual that is very passionate about teaching and tutoring students Spanish levels I, II and III. I usually tutor middle school, high school and college students who want to improve their grade or who are struggling. I tutored last year from August 2018 to May 2019 with a company called Grade Potential. I tutored a high school student in Spanish III in Powell Ohio. Spanish was my major in college and I graduated in 1980 where I received a grade point average of 3.8 in Spanish from the Ohio State University. In 1981, I returned to OSU and majored in Foreign Language Education. While I was receiving my Master's,
Austinteachesmusic.com

Austinteachesmusic.com

5.0Exceptional(13)
2 hires on Lessons.com
35+ years in business
Glendale, OH
Isabella W. says, "He is really fun, and you are encouraged to ask questions. You can also choose your own music." Read more
Betsy's Voice Studio

Betsy's Voice Studio

6 hires on Lessons.com
Grove City, OH
I am a classically trained Opera singer. I have been teaching for 20 years. My students have come from all backgrounds of musical genres and all ages. My specialty is helping students develop good singing habits and become comfortable performing in the style they prefer. I encourage the student to bring in their choice of music as well as offering music in which I am familiar to teach them proper technique but not force them into a certain singing style. I love to help my students learn how to use their voices and develop confidence in singing what makes them happy....
Melissa K’s Performing Arts Workshop

Melissa K’s Performing Arts Workshop

5.0Exceptional(7)
12 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Anaheim, CA
Princess Z. says, "We absolutely LOVE Melissa. She is wonderful. She has such a warm and caring heart and is so patient with her students. My son LOves Melissa and gets excited when he sees her and Can-Can (acting puppet). He has grown so much in the year we have been with Melissa. He has developed more confidence in how he delivers his lines and has grown tremendously as an actor. We highly recommend Melissa. " Read more
Accent Reduction

Accent Reduction

5.0Exceptional(6)
8 hires on Lessons.com
8+ years in business
South Palm Beach, FL
Patrick D. says, "Jessica is so GOOOOOD! I had such a wonderful lesson with Jessica. Will continue to have more lessons with her! And I definitely recommend to book classes with her! Patrick, 1 lesson with Jessica" Read more
Ken Aram

Ken Aram

4.8Excellent(6)
63 hires on Lessons.com
22+ years in business
Atherton, CA
Christopher L. says, "Ken Aram’s professionalism, knowledge, expertise, and consistency as an instructor of vocals has been a great pleasure to work with and allowed me to go to another level of vocal ability that I kept dreaming of until I started seeing results thanks to him. Ken has always shown great enthusiasm and patience throughout my difficult journey to grow as a vocal student. Also, Ken is very friendly, and I got to know him as a great friend." Read more
Coach Darius

Coach Darius

5.0Exceptional(8)
Top Pro
9 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Bronx, NY
Bailen E. says, "Imagine the acting coach that you want to help you achieve things you never believed could be done. Well that who Darius is and more! He is the coach that will help you turn your dreams into reality. Not once did I feel uncomfortable around him and he is everything I wanted when I first looked for a coach!" Read more
Tony Nominated Singing, Acting And Audition Coach

Tony Nominated Singing, Acting And Audition Coach

5.0Exceptional(5)
17 hires on Lessons.com
25+ years in business
Bridgewater, NJ
Bryn F. says, "Mary has been amazing. I've been taking lessons with her a little over a year now and I'm amazed at how far I've come. Not only does she work with your goals, but she makes sure that you're learning the proper technique and singing songs that match and flatter your voice. She's constantly challenging me to better myself and has been so supportive in my journey to become a better singer." Read more

Your Acting Classes questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do acting classes cost?

Acting classes cost $25 to $65 per hour on average for group classes or $50 to $150+ per hour to hire a private acting coach. Prices vary depending on where you live and the instructor's experience and reputation. Acting studios that offer ongoing weekly classes typically charge $150 to $350 per month.

Acting courses and workshops can cost as little as $200 to as much as $2,800+, depending on the content, number of sessions, and the instructor's demand. Some acting workshops are short, 1- or 2-day intensive classes focusing on one aspect of the industry, while other programs last 4 to 8 weeks and cover several topics, methods, and techniques.

Most studios offer a free trial class so you can get a feel for the teaching style and decide if it's right for you.

Are online acting classes worth it?

Online acting classes are worth it if you want to pursue acting and are unable to attend acting classes in person. With online video calling platforms like Zoom and Skype, you can now study acting with the best in the industry from the comfort of your own home! Many reputable acting coaches—including those right here on Lessons—now offer online acting classes and teach the same methods and techniques that they teach in the studio. 

Do you need acting classes to become an actor?

You technically don't need acting classes to become an actor. However, acting classes can help you gain confidence, learn new methods and techniques, analyze scenes and scripts, and build new industry connections and relationships. Acting classes can also teach you about the business side of acting, which is as important as acting itself.

How long do acting classes take?

Acting class length varies depending on the studio and the type of class. Some studios have 2-hour classes, while others have classes lasting 3 to 5 hours. Depending on the location, acting classes may be offered in several formats, such as ongoing weekly classes, weekend intensive workshops, and training programs that can run anywhere from 2 to 8+ weeks.

What skills do you need to be an actor?

While the necessary skillset varies depending on the type of acting you pursue (think Broadway theater vs. TV commercials vs. film), all actors need a broad range of skills to portray the expressions and emotions of a character so effectively that they temporarily transport the audience to a world where the actor is indeed that character. This often involves:

  • Memorizing lines and stage cues
  • Analyzing scripts and scenes
  • Developing a character's emotions and physical expressions
  • Working with other actors, directors, and production crews
  • Adapting to unexpected changes and situations
  • Speaking clearly and adjusting one's voice to align with the character
  • Learning and developing different acting methods and techniques
  • Being comfortable in front of an audience or camera

Reviews for Columbus acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Columbus area.
David P.
Austin knows what he is doing... just love the depth of information and resources he provides in his Lessons. Theory, performance, practice tips and overall lesson objectives make this 61+ year old just love taking lessons with Austin.
austinteachesmusic.com
Anne B.
Melissa is a phenomenal acting coach! My ten-year old daughter has grown and learned so much through Melissa’s performing arts workshop. Melissa is extremely experienced and knowledgeable in acting techniques and the acting industry. Melissa is positive, energetic, fun and caring. She makes the classes fun for kids while simultaneously teaching. Highly recommend this workshop!
Melissa K’s Performing Arts Workshop
Susana
Amazing!
Accent Reduction
Noura M.
"Ken Aram is a skilled teacher who effectively conveys a love for drawing to kids online, and he has taught my children very well."
Ken Aram
Keith M.
Working with Darius Journigan was a completely worthwhile experience In the short time we spent on my piece, I was able to turn an inspirational speech that felt powerful but repetitive into a passionate monologue that feels exciting and important. His ability to work with the text and my interpretation of it and then help me connect to it personally was incredible. Wonderful session. Thank you.
Coach Darius
Vadim
Mary has taught my daughter Emily voice, music, singing and acting for about 5 years now and has become like family to her. Mary is a great teacher and is loved by her students. Mary has a whole lifetime of experience in theater, acting and music.
Tony Nominated Singing, Acting and Audition Coach
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