Find a acting coach in Elmhurst, IL

Find acting classes in Elmhurst, IL

Find acting classes in Elmhurst, IL

Confirm your location to see the best acting classes near you.
Zip code

Find acting classes in Elmhurst, IL

Confirm your location to see the best acting classes near you.
Zip code

Top 10 acting classes in Elmhurst, IL

Students agree: these Elmhurst acting classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Karen Vaccaro Acting Coach

Karen Vaccaro Acting Coach

5.0Exceptional(12)
8 hires on Lessons.com
39+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
Brayden B. says, "good" Read more
LaVie Acting

LaVie Acting

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
14+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
Laine W. says, "Yvia has a way of making you feel so comfortable and I really enjoy working with her. I am learning so much about acting and about myself. It has been a really wonderful experience. I think the world of Yvia." Read more
Curtain Up Classroom

Curtain Up Classroom

1 hire on Lessons.com
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
Combining both theatre experience as actor and director and teaching experience as Communications and Theatre Professor, Dr. Maria Bakalis provides unique acting education with an artistic touch. All Curtain Up Classroom programs reflect a steadfast commitment to creative training and are dedicated to building upon the philosphy that theatre is a collaborative experience for the actor and the audience. We hope you join us!
Jerome R Marzullo

Jerome R Marzullo

24+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
Welcome to Jerome R Marzullo, where we specialize in nurturing your talents and boosting your confidence! Located in the heart of Geneva, IL, I offer personalized acting classes, public speaking coaching, and expert reading and writing tutoring. Whether you're looking to refine your speech or enhance your literary skills, my tailored approach ensures you achieve your goals. With a focus on individual growth and self-expression, I am dedicated to helping you succeed in whatever you aspire to. Let’s embark on this journey together!
BEKA -- Chameleon Character Actor Private Coach

BEKA -- Chameleon Character Actor Private Coach

5.0(4)
7 hires on Lessons.com
25+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
Jennifer L. says, "BEKA is great to work with. She is very personable and patient and make you feel comfortable exploring your work. She talks through any direction she's giving so that it makes sense from multiple angles. Highly recommend!" Read more
David Weber

David Weber

Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
My coaching effectively prepares the student for real-life conditions and provides them with essential tools and experience in the marketplace. It is exciting and rewarding to be part of enabling talent and creative abilty in students
T. E Theatrical Teachings

T. E Theatrical Teachings

10+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
This is an actor’s approach to performance. We start with the text and expand from there into the music and dance. I have been working with students of all levels (Grade School-Undergraduate) since 2014. I have my BFA in Music Theatre performance
Celestial Voice

Celestial Voice

5.0(2)
27+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL
Glauber R. says, "Celeste coached my daughter for a musical teacher audition. Her patience and willingness to work with a child really shone, as well as the breath of her technique and her contagious enthusiasm for singing and acting. I could not recommend her highly enough." Read more
Kevin Schwartz - Acting/Writing

Kevin Schwartz - Acting/Writing

5.0(4)
5+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
Edwin D. says, "He helped me discover a creative side I didn't know existed in me. Forever grateful." Read more
Chicago Actor John McDonnell

Chicago Actor John McDonnell

53+ years in business
Serves Elmhurst, IL & Online
I am A Working Chicago Actor 🤭 And a Founding Father of the "Chicago Actors Studio " I Perform in Many Independent Films And Usually One Stage Play a Year 🤓 I'm an Acting Coach who Tries to Inspire my Students to Find the Moment in Their Performance 🤓 I like to bring Out your Intelligence so you can Bring forward the Truth in Your Characters 🤓 I've Studied At Northwestern and Performed with Juliette Lewis Dreyfus of " Seinfeld " , Clancy Brown of "the movie "The Shawshank redemption " And Margie Helgenberger from" CSI " I love to Spark and Inspire 😁🤗😉🤭🐼🤓☘️☘️☘️

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 Elmhurst acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Elmhurst area.
Maurice D.
Karen is very personal and in tuned with actors she works with. She’s detailed and focused on bringing out the best with those she works with.
Karen Vaccaro Acting Coach
Jennifer L.
I had my first session with BEKA and she was amazing. She worked with me on two monologues and she was able to quickly and expertly dissect the material, and was able to help me try out various ways of making the performances stronger. She is kind and gentle with how she delivers notes, but at the same time has a solid opinion on how to improve. In other words, she makes you feel safe to receive criticism but isn't going to let you off the hook if you're not getting where you need to be to get the attention of your audience. I feel like working with her will help me get to where I want to be.
BEKA -- Chameleon Character Actor Private Coach
Eduardo B.
I wanted to learn how to sing better, and Celeste made it quick and easy. She's fun, too. Now I have more confidence.
Celestial Voice
Markia M.
You taught everyone so much about theater and life, and we are all endlessly grateful.
Kevin Schwartz - Acting/Writing
Mercury C.
I became more confident with projecting my voice and using the techniques he taught us. I use the tongue twisters he taught us to this day.
Weddington Studios
How Lessons.com works
Search

Search, get cost estimates, contact teachers, and book—all for free.

Compare

View profiles, read reviews, check qualifications, and see prices before hiring.

Hire

Ask questions, confirm their availability, and hire the right tutor when you're ready.

Elmhurst acting classes by service