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Q: 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.

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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 Nashville acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Nashville area.

Joel E.

Didi Benami has helped me with my voice more than any other vocal coach I’ve ever had. As she worked with me, lightbulbs kept going off about things other teachers were trying to teach me in the past that never fully clicked. Suddenly it all made sense. The way Didi explained how the voice works made it easy for me to understand what was going on and how to navigate out of my bad habits. I have been able to sing better than ever and have a clear path to strengthening my voice and being able to sing the way I’ve always wanted. What’s cool is that I’ve actually watched Didi grow as a singer and have seen first hand how hard she has worked at her craft. Over the years, she’s studied with the best vocal coaches around and it shows in her coaching. Once she began working with Ron Anderson, I could immediately tell the difference in the strength, range and confidence in her voice. It was clear that Ron’s training was making a major impact on Didi. It is expressed in her teaching and how she passes on her knowledge and experience to her students. She really cares and is extremely dedicated to seeing her students succeed. I recommend Didi Benami to any one I know looking for good vocal coaching.

Didi Benami Music Lessons

Taylor S.

I love the environment here and I always have such an amazing experience working with my coach. I would recommended them to anybody looking for great vocal lessons, no matter your experience!

Jacob Burton Studios

Gary W.

Kat is excellent with teaching younger to older students! My daughter took lessons with her for a few months. Unfortunately we moved, so we couldn’t continue with lessons since we only wanted to do in person! But she was fantastic!