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Acting classes this week in Los Angeles

Arlo tracks 82 classes across 33 schools for acting classes this week in Los Angeles. Prices range $1–$750 (median $255). 10 classes allow drop-ins and 15 can be audited. Every listing was verified within the last 3 days (as of July 8, 2026).

$545 for 8 weeks

Develop quick thinking, creativity, and confidence through structured improv techniques. Ideal for actors preparing for auditions, improving comedic timing, or enhancing performance skills. Available as Improv Classes in Los Angeles or online.

Culver CityAll levels · OngoingUpdated today

Ongoing on-camera acting classes for adults 18+, available in-studio in the Los Angeles/La Crescenta area and live online. The source states the classes are for all experience levels and are coached by Film & TV actors.

La Crescenta / Glendale areaAll levels · OngoingUpdated today

Separate on-camera acting classes for young children in a creative, positive, nurturing environment. The studio emphasizes confidence, life skills, video playback, and instruction by professional Film & TV actors.

La Crescenta / Glendale areaAll levels · OngoingUpdated today

Ongoing on-camera acting classes for teens ages 12-17, offered in Los Angeles/La Crescenta and live online. Classes are taught by professional working actors and are designed for beginner through advanced actors.

La Crescenta / Glendale areaAll levels · OngoingUpdated today

In-person weekly acting classes covering audition technique, scene study, cold reading, on-camera performance, commercial/comedic work, improv technique, stage-fright tools, and career guidance. The classes are described as hands-on, supportive, and designed for beginners, developing actors, and working professionals.

North Hollywood Arts DistrictAll levels · OngoingUpdated today
Thu, Jul 9 · 7:00 – 9:00 PMImprov Lab
$45 drop-in

A drop-in improv workout for performers who want character, listening, and short-form reps in a live room.

West HollywoodAll levels · Thursdays, drop-inUpdated 2 days agoDrop-in

Advanced character and scene study class for working actors or students who have progressed through the studio’s Scene Study classes. Students usually work weekly using material from film, television, and theater.

Advanced · Drop-inUpdated 2 days agoDrop-inFree audit

8-week all-levels stand-up comedy workshop. All classes end with a showcase; grad show listed for August 2, 2026. Free open mics during the session and makeup classes are mentioned.

KoreatownAll levels · OngoingUpdated todayFree audit

8-week all-levels stand-up comedy workshop. All classes end with a showcase; grad show listed for August 6, 2026. Free open mics during the session and makeup classes are mentioned.

KoreatownAll levels · OngoingUpdated today
3 payments of $250 dollars

A 12-week Meisner technique intensive including improvisational work, the Repetition Exercise, truthful reaction, modern scene work, emotional depth, and scenes.

Culver CityAll levels · OngoingUpdated today
Fri, Jul 10 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMCold Read Lab
$65 drop-in, free audit by request

A Studio City camera class for actors who need fast sides analysis, grounded choices, and confidence under limited prep time.

Studio CityIntermediate · Fridays, ongoingUpdated todayDrop-inFree audit
Sat, Jul 11 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMSaturday Adult Class

Small adult acting class at a boutique Hybrid Meisner studio focused on developing each actor's unique self and emotionally free, truthful work.

BurbankAll levels · Saturdays, 9am-1pmUpdated 2 days agoFree auditApplication required
Sat, Jul 11 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMWeekend Drop Ins

A series of workshops and classes. Open to all levels. Students do not have to pre-register; just show up. Advance sign-up is available to guarantee a spot.

Los FelizAll levels · Drop-inUpdated todayDrop-in
Sat, Jul 11 · 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMThe Lab
$495

A 3-week intensive introducing the foundations of GSS, our instructors, and practices needed to succeed in ongoing training.

All levels · OngoingUpdated todayFree audit
Sat, Jul 11 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PMLos Angeles Acting Workshops

Weekend acting workshop covering The Barrow Group acting technique, script analysis, acting tools, monologue work, and scene study. Participants are encouraged to bring a memorized contemporary realism monologue of no more than 3 minutes.

All levels · OngoingUpdated 2 days ago
Sat, Jul 11 · 11:00 AM – 1:30 PMOn-Camera Audition Workout
$95 single session

A compact Saturday camera room for actors who want reps with current sides, redirects, playback, and usable audition technique.

North HollywoodIntermediate · OngoingUpdated todayFeatured
Sat, Jul 11 · 2:30 – 4:30 PMThe BGB Studio Sit-Down

A free in-person talk/workshop with BGB founder Risa Bramon Garcia and Master Teacher Sydney Walsh about the industry, career, craft, and art.

North HollywoodAll levels · OngoingUpdated today
Sat, Jul 11 · 6:30 – 8:30 PMScene Study 1

Los Angeles Scene Study 1 is the bridge between Technique Class and Scene Study. Students break down and work on a scene for four weeks, with a focus on improv, technique, and growth.

Intermediate · Drop-inUpdated 2 days agoDrop-inFree audit
$545 for 8 weeks

Meisner acting class covering repetition exercises, emotional preparation, improvisation, and scene work to develop truthful, instinctive performances.

Culver CityBeginner · OngoingUpdated today
Sun, Jul 12 · 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMMeisner Technique
$545 dollars for 8 weeks

Meisner acting technique class focused on truthful acting, repetition, independent activities, emotional preparation, and scene work.

Culver CityAll levels · OngoingUpdated today
Mon, Jul 13 · 1:00 – 3:00 AMNew Classes

New Classes Start Sunday Evenings January 2018 Click Here to Register to Audit

All levels · Sunday EveningsUpdated todayFree audit
Mon, Jul 13 · 7:00 – 9:00 PMScene Study 2

Los Angeles Scene Study 2 explores the actor’s process in scenes, with a more advanced focus on character and technique. Students usually work every week on a scene or monologue.

Advanced · Drop-inUpdated 2 days agoDrop-inFree audit
Mon, Jul 13 · 10:00 PM – 12:00 AMThe Improv Jam!

Open improv jam where students, veteran improvisers, and anyone who puts their name in the bucket can get onstage.

Santa MonicaAll levels · Drop-inUpdated todayDrop-in
Tue, Jul 14 · 1:00 – 3:00 PMThe Groundlings Improv Classes

Improv training at The Groundlings, described as a Hollywood comedy training ground focused on character-driven comedy and sketch shows.

All levels · OngoingUpdated 2 days ago
Tue, Jul 14 · 6:30 – 11:00 PMTuesday Adult Class

Small adult acting class at a boutique Hybrid Meisner studio focused on developing each actor's unique self and emotionally free, truthful work.

BurbankAll levels · Tuesdays, 6:30pm-11pmUpdated 2 days agoFree auditApplication required
Tue, Jul 14 · 7:00 – 11:00 PMTrue Cold Reading

Bust loose; break through inhibitions; expand emotional range and awareness and the ability to express it in acting work.

All levels · Tuesdays, 7:00pm–11:00pmUpdated today
$75 drop-in or monthly studio membership

A weekly scene-study room for actors who want consistent practice, fresh material, partner work, and direct notes without waiting for a showcase cycle.

HollywoodAll levels · Tuesdays, ongoingUpdated todayFeaturedDrop-inFree audit

On-camera acting class for film and television. Students cold read in a private Zoom session during the first week of each 2-week cycle, then rehearse, record, playback, and critique scenes in a 2-camera video studio the following week.

Santa MonicaAll levels · OngoingUpdated 2 days ago
Wed, Jul 15 · 7:00 – 10:00 PMLevel 1: Beginning Improv (SOLD OUT)
345 US dollars; $345

Improv 101: Beginning Improv. In-person six-week beginner improv class covering public speaking, confidence, scene starts, the Four Pillars of Improv, intro to long form, comedic timing, agreement, listening, emotions, and related core improv tools.

BurbankAll levels · Wednesdays 7pm-10pm PTUpdated today

On-camera acting class for film and television. Students cold read in a private Zoom session during the first week of each 2-week cycle, then rehearse, record, playback, and critique scenes in a 2-camera video studio the following week.

Santa MonicaAll levels · OngoingUpdated 2 days ago
Acting classes this week in Los Angeles — verified schedules and prices as of July 8, 2026.
SchoolClassPriceNeighborhoodNext start
Antaeus AcademyACADEMY 2026: Shakespeare Monologue & Scene Study: From Page to StageGlendaleThu, Jul 9
Michelle Danner Acting StudioImprovisation acting classes$545Culver CityThu, Jul 9
Michelle Danner Acting StudioImprov Classes Los Angeles / Improvisation acting classes$545Culver CityThu, Jul 9
Michelle Danner Acting StudioImprovisation Acting Classes / Improv Classes Los Angeles$545Culver CityThu, Jul 9
Michelle Danner Acting StudioIMPROVISATION WORKOUTCulver CityThu, Jul 9
Tao Comedy StudioThe next round of Tao of Comedy Standup 8-Week Workshops with Bobbie Oliver start back on Thu, Jul 9
World's Greatest Improv SchoolAfter-Noon Bitness - July 2026$200Los FelizThu, Jul 9
3-2-1 Acting StudiosOn-Camera Acting Classes for Adults (18+)La Crescenta / Glendale areaThu, Jul 9
3-2-1 Acting StudiosKids On-Camera Acting Classes (Ages 4–7 and 8–11)La Crescenta / Glendale areaThu, Jul 9
3-2-1 Acting StudiosOn-Camera Acting Classes for Ages 4–7La Crescenta / Glendale areaThu, Jul 9
3-2-1 Acting StudiosOn-Camera Acting Classes for Teens (Ages 12-17)La Crescenta / Glendale areaThu, Jul 9
The Improv TrickBeginning ClassNo experience required. 5 WEEK class with showcasePasadena - TUE/THU - 7:45Thu, Jul 9
Anthony Meindl's Actor WorkshopVoice and Presence for Actors$88HollywoodThu, Jul 9
The Heller Approach Acting StudioWeekly Group Classes​$295Thu, Jul 9
The Heller Approach Acting StudioWeekly Group Acting Classes$295North Hollywood Arts DistrictThu, Jul 9
The Heller Approach Acting StudioFree Introductory Acting Class – Try Before You CommitNorth Hollywood Arts DistrictThu, Jul 9
World's Greatest Improv SchoolDuoprov with Orange Tuxedo (Craig and Carla Cackowski)$310Los FelizThu, Jul 9
One on One / Next Level Studios LALA Referral Ready July 9th - 30thThu, Jul 9
The GroundlingsImprov Lab$45West HollywoodThu, Jul 9
The Young Actor's StudioTesserAct Acting StudioLos AngelesThu, Jul 9

Common questions

How much do acting classes this week in Los Angeles cost?

These classes have a session in the next seven days, covering 41 classes with a published price out of 82 listed. Those run $1 to $750, with a median of $255 and an average of $284 per class. The cheapest listed option starts at $1, such as Antaeus Academy and Michelle Danner Acting Studio. Every price comes straight from each school's own site and is checked regularly.

Are any of these acting classes this week in Los Angeles good for beginners?

These classes have a session in the next seven days, including 72 classes marked beginner or open to all levels out of 82 total. That means newcomers with no prior training can enrol without an audition or prerequisite. Start dates and level requirements are listed on each class page so you can confirm the fit before you book.

Can I try acting classes this week in Los Angeles without committing to a full course?

These classes have a session in the next seven days, so 10 classes accept drop-ins and 15 let you audit a session first. Dropping in lets you pay for a single session, while auditing lets you watch a class before enrolling. Both are noted on the individual class pages, along with the price and how to reserve a spot directly with the school.

Are any of these acting classes this week in Los Angeles available online?

These classes have a session in the next seven days, and 17 classes of the 82 listed meet online or in a hybrid format. That lets you take part from anywhere without commuting to a studio. Each online listing shows its meeting schedule and how sessions are run, so you can check the format before signing up.

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