
Small adult acting class at a boutique Hybrid Meisner studio focused on developing each actor's unique self and emotionally free, truthful work.
Classes / Weekend acting classes in Los Angeles
Arlo tracks 43 classes across 19 schools for weekend acting classes in Los Angeles. Prices range $1–$550 (median $195). 6 classes allow drop-ins and 5 can be audited. Every listing was verified within the last 3 days (as of July 8, 2026).

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

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

Drop-in improv class. Must have two levels of improv classes from any school. 1 class.
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.

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

8-week online stand-up comedy class covering comedy structures, laughter triggers, writer's block, building a comedy set, stage fright, performance dynamics, and preparing for a showcase on Zoom or at an L.A.-based comedy club.

No experience necessary! This beginner-friendly course introduces the basics of improv comedy in a f...

Sarah ClaspellSat Jul 11 12pm (LA)4 classes

Advanced improv course for improvisers with 4+ long-form improv classes completed.

LA Class IN-PERSON Class with CD Lindsay Jameyson from JENNIFER COOPER CASTING Lindsay Jameyson July 11, 2026 12:30pm

DISCOVER THE ACTOR’S BEST KEPT SECRET! FEEL MORE GROUNDED IN AUDITIONS AND BECOME MORE PRESENT IN YOUR WORK ...

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

Core improv class.

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.
Professional self-tape audition recording session for commercial, theatrical, or voiceover auditions, including lighting, sound, editing/submission support, reader/performance support, and coaching at no extra cost.
Appointment-only self-tape audition session for actors with lighting, sound, recording/editing/submission support, and coaching included at no extra cost.

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

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

React truthfully in any situation using the Meisner Technique.

Virtual career goals class for actors offered through Antaeus Academy.

Online comedy master class at Scott Sedita Acting Studios.

Online Scene Study
Beginner improv class for complete beginners; no pressure to be funny. Five-week class with a showcase.

Drop-in improv class. Must have two levels of improv classes from any school. 1 class.

A scene study and acting technique intensive. Meets in person.
Beginner improv class offered by Improv-LA as part of its weekly group classes.

A scene study and acting technique intensive. Meets in person.

Drop-in improv class. Must have two levels of improv classes from any school.

8-week all-levels stand-up comedy workshop. All classes end with a showcase; free open mics during the session and make-up classes are available.

<p>Weekend Foundation Intensive with Natasha Mayet & Jacques Adriaanse August 1st & 2nd (Saturday & Sunday) Saturday & Sunday *9 AM – 4 PM (class might end earlier depending on the number of students enrolled) Kaapstaad Toneelhuis, 61 Loop St, Cape Town R3600 TO RSVP: natasha@anthonymeindl.com Limited to 10 spots *class might end earlier, based<br /><a href="https://www.anthonymeindl.com/event/amaw-cape-town-weekend-foundation-intensive-with-natasha-jacques/" class="more">Read more</a></p>\n

LA Class IN-PERSON Class with CD Adam Richards from RICH DELIA CASTING Adam Richards August 2, 2026 9:30am

Drop-in improv class. Must have two levels of improv classes from any school. 1 class.

Advanced improv course.

<p>Get Your Dang Package Together with Natasha Mayet (Online) Saturdays August 8, 15, 22 & 29 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST / 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM SAST Zoom 12 spots only $250 / R3,200 RSVP: natasha@anthonymeindl.com Get your package together in a month and submit to agents & managers! This live, 4-week Zoom course<br /><a href="https://www.anthonymeindl.com/event/online-acting-class/" class="more">Read more</a></p>\n

<p>Our Next One Day Foundation Intensive for is scheduled at AMAW NYC! These foundation classes sell out so please don’t miss your chance to jump into the next foundation course in New York City! The biggest breakthrough most actors have isn’t learning how to “perform” better. It’s realizing they don’t have to perform at all.<br /><a href="https://www.anthonymeindl.com/event/amaw-ny-one-day-foundation-with-clyde-and-alethea/" class="more">Read more</a></p>\n

<p>Weekend Foundation Intensive at AMAW Vancouver with Frank Zotter and Amira Anderson Saturday and Sunday August 8th & 9th *10:00 AM – 5:00 PM $395 *time dependent on number of students enrolled, could be less than listed RSVP: email vancouver@anthonymeindl.com to reserve your spot! Don’t miss this weekend foundation intensive, they sell out! Open up to<br /><a href="https://www.anthonymeindl.com/event/amaw-vancouver-weekend-foundation-with-frank-and-amira/" class="more">Read more</a></p>\n

This acclaimed two-week intensive sharpens your focus, deepens your choices, and shows you how to deliver bold, engaging performances every time.

In-studio comedy intensive at Scott Sedita Acting Studios.

CLASSES NOW ENROLLING! IN-STUDIO One-Day Comedy Intensive: August 23 2026

For youth ages 11-14 years old! Advanced Audition for Film & TV, is a 4 class course and is taught by Gina Simms. A fast paced and stamina building course for students auditioning regularly. We focus on mastering the self tape audition and in class exercises. New scripts and lessons are offered each course. Students work correctly with redirects and identify quickly what casting is asking for. Class runs for 1.5- 2 hours each class. Prerequisite: Intermediate Acting Class ● Get a Birds Eye view into casting ● Learn how to breakdown challenging material ● Use yourself authentically ● Personalize the details ● Find the why behind the words ● Learn how to handle the physicality of a self tape The studio is happy to work with families who need to break up payments into multiple installments. Please contact youth@howardfine.com for assistance. Space is limited. Register now to reserve your spot.

A program for actors with foundational Meisner training that adds character work to scripted scenes and monologues while remaining grounded in truthful behavior, emotional responsiveness, and working moment to moment.

CLASSES NOW ENROLLING! ... IN-STUDIO Nuts & Bolts: September 19 2026
| School | Class | Price | Neighborhood | Next start |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Acting Studio | Saturday Adult Class | — | Burbank | Sat, Jul 11 |
| World's Greatest Improv School | Weekend Drop Ins | — | Los Feliz | Sat, Jul 11 |
| Graham Shiels Studios | The Lab | $495 | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| World's Greatest Improv School | Saturday Drop In - 7/11 | $16 | Los Feliz | Sat, Jul 11 |
| The Barrow Group | Los Angeles Acting Workshops | — | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| BGB Studio | On-Camera Audition Workout | $95 | North Hollywood | Sat, Jul 11 |
| Stand Up Comedy Clinic | New Online Saturday 8-Week Level 1 & 2 Stand-Up Comedy Class | $395 | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| World's Greatest Improv School | Level 1: Intro To Improv | $250 | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| World's Greatest Improv School | Sarah ClaspellSat Jul 11 12pm (LA)4 classes | — | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| World's Greatest Improv School | Game Drill | $160 | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| One on One / Next Level Studios LA | IN-PERSON Class with CD Lindsay Jameyson from JENNIFER COOPER CASTING | — | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| Howard Fine Acting Studio | Alexander Technique Intensive | — | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| BGB Studio | The BGB Studio Sit-Down | — | North Hollywood | Sat, Jul 11 |
| World's Greatest Improv School | Level 2: Game of the Scene | $350 | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| Speiser/Sturges Acting Studio | Scene Study 1 | — | — | Sat, Jul 11 |
| Self Tape Studio LA (Eric Satterberg) | Self-Tape Audition Session with In-Studio Coaching | $1 | Culver City / West LA | Sun, Jul 12 |
| Self Tape Studio LA (Eric Satterberg) | Self-Tape Studio Session with In-Studio Coaching | $1 | Culver City / West LA | Sun, Jul 12 |
| Michelle Danner Acting Studio | Meisner Acting Technique | $545 | Culver City | Sun, Jul 12 |
| Michelle Danner Acting Studio | Meisner Technique | $545 | Culver City | Sun, Jul 12 |
| Michelle Danner Acting Studio | Meisner Technique - Level 1 | — | Culver City | Sun, Jul 12 |
These classes meet this Saturday or Sunday, covering 19 classes with a published price out of 43 listed. Those run $1 to $550, with a median of $195 and an average of $232 per class. The cheapest listed option starts at $1, such as Los Angeles Acting Studio and World's Greatest Improv School. Every price comes straight from each school's own site and is checked regularly.
These classes meet this Saturday or Sunday, including 34 classes marked beginner or open to all levels out of 43 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.
These classes meet this Saturday or Sunday, so 6 classes accept drop-ins and 5 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.
These classes meet this Saturday or Sunday, and 3 classes of the 43 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.