Pricing Information for LA Acting Studios and Classes

I believe one standard piece of advice given to all aspiring actors who are serious about pursuing their profession is to receive training.

But a big question is, "How much do acting classes in LA cost?"

In this post, I will outline a number of acting schools and their prices. A starving actor should know how much a class should be. Information is taken from firsthand auditing or directly from the studio's website. The post will be updated as prices rise - help from others is welcome. If any information is erroneous, please inform!

Aaron Speiser Acting Studio
How to begin: Students can join at any time. Audits are $25.
Monthly Price: $750/3 months, $1400/6 months, $2500/1 year, $25 registration fee for new students, class twice a week
Format: Acting technique, scene study


Anthony Meindl's Acting Workshop
How to Begin: A $595 six-week intensive course is required for all beginners, regardless of previous experience. This course has two classes a week - one actual class and one observational class. Auditing the class is free, by appointment.
Monthly Price: $250, class once a week
Format: Cold-reading, scene study, no line memorization required
Current as of May 2011


Ivana Chubbuck Studio
How to Begin: You audit a class ($20 fee) and then have your resume examined to determine which level of class you are placed into.
Monthly Price: $275 Beginning and Advanced class, once a week, $325 Master Class
Format: Chubbuck technique


Joanne Baron/D.W. Brown Studio
How to Begin: Must interview with studio. All students will start at the same level.
Monthly Price: $315-$340 depending on teacher, twice a week. 6-week intensive is $785 with 3 classes a week.
Format: Meisner technique training
Other info: Missing a class results in a $55 fee for a make-up class. Program is structured for two years.
Current as of September 2011


Playhouse West
How to Begin: Membership is granted after a brief interview following an audit of the class. Audits are free.
Monthly Price: $200 or $195 with a book report, class twice a week
Format: Meisner technique training, beginning with repetition exercises. Other voice and improv classes available for a fee to students.
Current as of July 2011