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Top 10 acting classes in Chesapeake, VA

Students agree: these Chesapeake acting classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Acting, Diction And Audition Artist

Acting, Diction And Audition Artist

5.0(2)
18 hires on Lessons.com
30+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA & Online
Robert D. says, "Jeff challenges you to look deeper into the intentions of characters and draw out the inner emotions they might be holding due to all kinds of factors. His teaching methods have really energized me to learn as much as I can about the VO craft." Read more
Obsidian ACME

Obsidian ACME

5.0(1)
Top Pro
34+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA
BriJea C. says, "If it were not for Mr. Herb Williams, I would never have found my love and passion for performing. I met Mr. Williams during the summer of my 7th grade year. He was hosting a Theater Camp in which we performed "The Me Nobody Knows". I then went on to join his production of "Black Nativity" which was a huge success in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. This production sold out all three nights at the Attucks Theater in Norfolk. He instilled the importance of commitment, hard work and diligence in me at a young age. He pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me a dancer when I thought I was going to "sit back" and sing. I was 14 when I met him, I am now 26. Those same values have been carried with me throughout life. I went on to graduate from the Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Salem High School and later to join the Grammy Nominated Winston-Salem State University Choir where I was afforded the opportunity to travel abroad and sing, and even had the opportunity to sing at Carnegie Hall! It is no doubt of mine that Mr. Herb Williams helped me develop and shape my craft as an artist and also my love for the arts as a whole! He is a true talent and expert and has so much wisdom to offer those who are lucky enough to be blessed under his leadership. I will never forget those moments I was able to spend working with him. Thank you! " Read more
Creative Music & Entertainment

Creative Music & Entertainment

4.0(1)
5 hires on Lessons.com
18+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA
S. C. says, "Very encouraging. Works at students pace." Read more
Amy Mahon - Acting Lessons

Amy Mahon - Acting Lessons

5.0(2)
17+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA & Online
Dave O. says, "Amy was always very supportive and easy to relate to. Honest and direct with her notes which helped me grow as an actor. Highly recommend her." Read more
Teacher Of Piano & Voice

Teacher Of Piano & Voice

37+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA
I enjoy teaching and have done it for 44 years. Love classical and theater I like empowering students to suceed without me
Ellis Coaching For Acting And Hosting

Ellis Coaching For Acting And Hosting

7+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA
Hello future students! Welcome to my coaching page. I've been in the Entertianment, Film, and TV industry since 2005. I've had success both small and big and have learned so much from my own acting and auditions that I can't wait to coach you towards your own successful career. I coach both Acting and Hosting. I love to teach anyone reguardless of age or experience level. Tell me about your goals so I can create a coaching system unique to you and your dreams. I can't wait to meet you! I love seeing my students succeed! Your dreams become my dreams so when you reach a new goal you had I love it! I love Acting and Hosting because you can ...
The Governor's School For The Arts

The Governor's School For The Arts

Serves Chesapeake, VA
Founded in 1987, The Governor's School for the Arts, located in Norfolk, Virginia, has been a hub of creativity and innovation for students passionate about the arts. Offering premiere arts training across six departments, including Dance, Instrumental Music, Musical Theatre, and more, the school nurtures artistic vision and excellence. With a focus on conservatory-style study, it caters to students from 8th to 11th grade from various local school divisions. With no tuition fees and transportation provided, it's an accessible platform for budding artists to develop their skills. Admission is granted through auditions.
The Venue On 35th Street

The Venue On 35th Street

18+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA
Hello I'm James Cooper 32 year veteran of performing arts . I am you conduit for success in the performing arts and entertainment . My company provides training and insight into the business at every level . We also provide opportunities to explore and extension you artistic reach .
Inspiration Academy Of Dance

Inspiration Academy Of Dance

18+ years in business
Serves Chesapeake, VA
We love what we do, and we want you to love it too! After many years of experience teaching dancers, we have found success in our tried and true curriculum and training methods for dancers of all ages and levels. We enjoy cultivating the creativity in our dancers and instilling great technique, poise, self-confidence, and a love for dance. We love inspiring our dancers to achieve their personal goals through positive motivation, solid training, and encouragement. We are passionate about dance and enjoy assisting our dancers throughout their training as they develop new skills and celebrate them reaching new milestones....
Rpm Dance LLC

Rpm Dance LLC

Serves Chesapeake, VA
At rpm dance, we believe your children are Tomorrow's World Changers. Therefore... we are committed to providing them with tools to achieve the highest levels of success. We promote excellence, discipline and integrity in the performing arts, in a fun and family-friendly environment. Our mission is to redeem our culture for God’s glory through the development of young performing artists. We enjoy helping others achieve their dreams in the performing arts. Many of our students go on to be accepted into prestigious programs such as Virginia GSA, NYC Joffrey Ballet, etc....

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 Chesapeake acting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Chesapeake area.
Larry S.
Requested that he helped me get ready for graduate school. And I worked with him and not only did he give acting lessons and work on my audition pieces. He also gave me advice on how to get a graduate assistantship so hopefully they would pay for most of school. Sence working with him I started this fall with an assistantship due to his advice and now my graduate school is costing almost nothing. I would also recommend him to high school students who are looking to get into programs for acting. I cannot recommend him enough for how much he helped me, and how relaxing it was, it was a great experience.
Acting, Diction and Audition Artist
WAlter T.
Amy Mahon gave my daughter additional skill sets that increased her confidence as a young theater kid. She assisted to direct her in a production in a professional clear, concise and nurturing way. My daughter cried when she moved on to other endeavors. I strongly recommend Amy for children learning theater/acting at any age or level. She has even run into my daughter at auditions and given her last second advice.
Amy Mahon - Acting Lessons
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