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Top 10 acting classes in Wheaton, IL

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Coaching With Marge!

Coaching With Marge!

2 hires on Lessons.com
10+ years in business
Serves Wheaton, IL & Online
Hello. I am the Artistic Director of Steel Beam Theatre in St Charles IL which is a professional non-Equity theatre. I have been a director, teacher and acting coach for years in the Chicago area. I’ve directed over 140 plays and coached countless actors for auditions, characterization building and role development for plays and small films. I love working with beginning and experienced actors alike and develop a rapport that works with each actor’s individual needs. It has been my privilege to work with Emmy and, locally, Jefferson Award winners alike....
LaVie Acting

LaVie Acting

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
14+ years in business
Serves Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, 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!
David Weber

David Weber

Serves Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, 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
Chicago Actor John McDonnell

Chicago Actor John McDonnell

53+ years in business
Serves Wheaton, 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 😁🤗😉🤭🐼🤓☘️☘️☘️
Mr. ODonnell

Mr. ODonnell

43+ years in business
Serves Wheaton, IL & Online
40 Years of practical experience in front and behind the scenes in Ttheate,r film TV.. Also very passionate about working with people with special needs Mental, Physical or Emmotional. From 1 -111 years old
Latin American Dance

Latin American Dance

Serves Wheaton, IL
We Latin American dance Classes from native cultures and from classic dance as a salsa, chacha, merengue, bachata and others

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 Wheaton acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Wheaton area.
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
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