Acting Classes in San Francisco, CA

There are 9 acting schools, studios and coaches in San Francisco, CA listed here. Each one was checked against its own website in October 2026. Open a school for its address and details, then use its website for current schedules and prices.

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• Improv: BATS Improv Theatre, Endgames Improv, Leela Improv Theatre, RH Improv, Saturday Improv Workshop, The Meisner Technique Studio, and Voice One

Acting schools and studios in San Francisco

College theater and acting programs in San Francisco

Questions about acting classes in San Francisco

How much do acting classes cost? Ongoing studio classes that meet weekly usually charge by the month, and a single workshop or intensive is usually priced on its own. Private coaching costs more per hour than a group class. Prices change often, so check each school's website, and ask whether you can audit a class before you pay.

Which kind of class should I take first? A technique or scene study class if you are starting out, an on-camera audition class if you are already sending self tapes, and improv if you want to loosen up or book more commercials.

Are there classes for kids and teens? Yes. First Take Acting Program teach young actors.

Can I take classes online? Many studios teach some classes over Zoom as well as in person. The school's website will say which.

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Listings include data from Overture Maps Foundation (CDLA Permissive 2.0), with contributions from Meta, Microsoft, Foursquare and others. College programs: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, IPEDS 2024.