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Top 10 acting classes in Louisville, KY

Students agree: these Louisville acting classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
CitizenChangeTheatre

CitizenChangeTheatre

5.0Exceptional(13)
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
21+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Kate B. says, "My whole experience has been fantastic! I was nervous starting out since I haven’t had any prior acting experience. Brian quickly put my nerves at ease and improved my understanding and acting ability. I feel fortunate to have found such a wonderful instructor." Read more
In Depth Acting

In Depth Acting

New on Lessons
5+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
I'm most gratified by watching people grow. To watch them search themselves for the motivation and emotions to portray a given character.
Dancers Center For Training

Dancers Center For Training

New on Lessons
6+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
We focus on building confidence, professionalism, artistry not trophy cases. We are a non competitive school. We teach content and choreography. We partner with Actors Center for Training to offer a complete performing arts opportunity. Whether it is for fun, exercise, or serious training we have a schedule for you..drop in classes available.
John Finnegan Master Acting Teacher

John Finnegan Master Acting Teacher

New on Lessons
Offers online services
34+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
I’ve been an actor for 50 years. I’ve been an educator for 30+ years. I’m a local director, actor, designer in the Louisville and southern Indiana region. I’ve worked nationally and internationally. I have any number of former students who are working on Broadway in television and film. I love sharing the process, the Art, and craft of acting and creating a character on stage or on film! I love to help other actors achieve that aha moment when they figure out how to put it all together to create that believable character and make it come alive off the page and on the stage!...
Popp Music Academy

Popp Music Academy

5.0(2)
5 hires on Lessons
35+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Elizabeth S. says, "Jackie is a tremendously experienced and talented musician and teacher. It's the best possible fit for me, a semi-professional singer and songwriter. He has an excellent ear, catches every nuance and quickly finds the exercise to meet the need at hand. He is generous with encouragement but doesn't hesitate to point out what needs work. My vocal technique improves with every lesson. Thank you, Jackie!" 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 Louisville acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Louisville area.
Catherine D.
Brian has a way of working with his students that is gentle and supportive - there's magic in that which brings out the absolute best in all who have the good fortune to work with him.
CitizenChangeTheatre
Owen H.
Jackie is a very knowledgeable and experienced singing teacher who also brings an infectious enthusiasm to the lessons.
Popp Music Academy
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