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Learn From A Working Director.

Learn From A Working Director.

New on Lessons
Offers online services
2+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
Taught acting at the New York film academy. Studied with Larry Moss. Recently directed and produced the feature film The Word Without You. 3 projects in the works. Learn from someone in the game. 25 years experience.
ArtReach Educational Theatre

ArtReach Educational Theatre

5.0(1)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
21+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
Stacey M. says, "The instructors are wonderful and really invested in the students. " Read more
BEKA -- Chameleon Character Actor Private Coach

BEKA -- Chameleon Character Actor Private Coach

5.0(4)
Offers online services
7 hires on Lessons
24+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
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
LaVie Acting

LaVie Acting

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons
13+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
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
I Tutor

I Tutor

New on Lessons
Offers online services
Serves Wheeling, IL
I have worked with students of all ages but my speciality is working with high school and college students on their written and verbal skills. I also help students raise their English ACT scores to get into the college of their choice. There is nothing better for me than seeing students achieve their goals. I have been in education for most of my career and went back to college for my Master's in order to teach at the college level. My hobbies are writing, reading, yoga, and bike riding. I also developed and taught a creative writing course for adults....
LP Entertainment & Consulting

LP Entertainment & Consulting

5.0(3)
Offers online services
3 hires on Lessons
4+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
Lynette P. says, "Lisa is wonderful. My daughter looks forward to her lessons and is motivated to practice and do homework on her own. As a parent new to this, Lisa is kind and patient and very positive. She motivates my daughter to try new things and explore her skill set with confidence. Lisa is very experienced and knowledgeable, and her willingness to share what she knows with me as a parent and my daughter as her student has made this such a great experience." Read more
David August Coaching

David August Coaching

5.0(2)
Offers online services
9+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
Marty B. says, "He's shown me that voice over is truly a form of acting, not just reading a script. He knows a lot about how to interpret a script and gets me to achieve far more than I could on my own." Read more
Sarah Schroeder, Voice

Sarah Schroeder, Voice

5.0(1)
Top Pro
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
23+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
Matt C. says, "I have studied with Sarah Schroeder for the last year. The product of my voice going in and the one you hear today can barley becompared due to the fact that it is an entirely new voice. The depth and quality of my tone, understanding of the techniques taught, andability to sing in ways I have not before are all due to the knowledge, patience, and talents of Sarah Schroeder. Although a classical singer herself, she is able to teach how that type of singing can be branched out to all areas of singing. Longevity of the voice is always a top focusand you cannot help but feel safe with your voice her hands. Aside from singing, she is kind, caring, and a great listener. " Read more
Chicago Actor John McDonnell

Chicago Actor John McDonnell

New on Lessons
Offers online services
52+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
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 😁🤗😉🤭🐼🤓☘️☘️☘️
TesserAct Theatre Ensemble

TesserAct Theatre Ensemble

5.0Exceptional(9)
28+ years in business
Serves Wheeling, IL
Sri M. says, "Our three girls worked with Ms. Tamara (as they affectionately called her) and had a wonderful experience. They started at ages 6, 6 and 5 (yes twins + 1) and loved learning and performing on stage. They developed a love of music and arts that has continued now into their teens. They participate in talent shows, school programs and cultural events / performances Their technical development under Tamara as well as their stage presence was amazing and has followed them through their progress as performers. We would recommend Ensemble for any aspiring performer." Read more

Your Acting Classes questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

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 Wheeling acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Wheeling area.
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
Lynette P.
Lisa is knowledgeable and is willing to take the time to really teach and inspire her students. My daughter looks forward to her lessons and is motivated at the end of the session to continue practicing on her own. Lisa has taken the time to walk me through every aspect of getting my daughter ready for her future. Her kindness, knowledge and patience has helped both my daughter and me navigate through the world of acting, dancing, singing and modeling.
LP entertainment & consulting
Lori K.
Late in life, and during the pandemic, I decided to take one-on-one acting lessons. I've been working with David on Zoom for over a year and have learned so incredibly much! I was very nervous our first session but he very quickly put me at ease. He asked me lots of questions to learn the medium I want to focus on, find the right scenes for me to work on and how best to work together. He taught me how to come at a scene and character from multiple perspectives, always offering fantastic advice to achieve the intention, whether the intention I come up with or the challenge he's given me. If I'm struggling with something, he's great at shifting the angle to come at the challenge in a different way that will work better for me. He's a professional who is very patient, creative and fun to work with!
David August coaching
Lucy
We loved coming to practice and performing! Great experience! Great cast!
TesserAct Theatre Ensemble
Markia M.
You taught everyone so much about theater and life, and we are all endlessly grateful.
Kevin Schwartz - Acting/Writing
Abigail S.
I had the best experience working with The Class Act Studios. I learned very valuable lessons with acting, performance, and life in general. He is the best of the best.
The Class Act Studios
Chris W.
Marty is a great instructor. He listens and responds with exactly what I am looking for. Unlike some, he truly listens and understands what I am and prepares lessons appropriately. He is not "That guy" who wants to show you what he can do. I have been playing for 45 years (on and off) and I highly recommend him!
Pospeshil/Farwell Music
Kasia P.
Tad has been wonderful! His expertise and training really shine through the lessons with my children. He has suggested specific books that will address their areas of need while also keeping in mind their song/style interests and goals. Tad provides challenging yet engaging lessons that have already expanded their skill level. Always communicative, courteous, and punctual, I would highly recommend Tad to anyone looking for piano lessons.
EMMA - Elite Mobile Music Academy
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