Best Acting Classes in Manchester

Handpicked from 64 vetted & reviewed Acting Training studios in the Manchester area, discover the top 5 elite providers among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Marble Academy

Marble Academy

(4)
  • Actor
“I could go on for days about how much Christian at Marble has helped me with my acting and plenty more. I will however try to put it into a shorter paragraph. He is by far the best tutor I have come across within my time of acting and couldn't ask fo...”
435 Bolton Rd, Swinton, Pendlebury, Manchester M27 8TD
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Manchester School of Acting

Manchester School of Acting

(2)
“This is the best drama school in Manchester, please don't be under any illusions and think it is easy you have to pass not 1 but 2 auditions and Mark Hudson knows he's stuff. If you want to take up acting then try this school don't act be yourself, a...”
14-32 Hewitt St, Manchester M15 4GB
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Hope Mill Theatre

Hope Mill Theatre

(28)
Performance Art Theatre, Charity Organization
“Cinderella s must see. Chairs are comfortable unless you sit in row G and F. There are benches with no back support. Family and I had to sit in seperate areas to avoid those benches. Not sure if they are waiting for chairs. But they had cushions well...”
In Business Since 2015
113 Pollard St, Manchester M4 7JA
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Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Burnley Mechanics Theatre

(30)
  • Panto
  • Calendar
  • Gin
“We went to watch the Burnley Light Opera Society production of Calendar Girls and it was fantastic, one of the best shows we've seen, emotional but funny at the same time. The venue is lovely, an old building but the seats in the theatre are modern a...”
Manchester Rd, Burnley BB11 1BH
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Mindful Acting

Mindful Acting

(29)
  • Scene Study
  • Craft
  • Tutor
“Dan is THE MAN for acting classes in the north! Hailing from Oz, I'd studied every acting technique under the sun - from Strasberg, to Uta Hagen, Chubbuck, Larry Moss, and everything in between - and when I moved to MCR, I was looking for a class to ...”
In Business Since 2018
113 Pollard St 6th Floor, Hope Mill, Manchester M4 7JA
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Best of 2024

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Minimum Overall Score
97 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
99.5 Percentile
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The Dancehouse

The Dancehouse

(17)
Performing Arts, College & university
“(Visited Jan 2020) I came here to see the drag panto Sinderella (which was brilliantly bad). As there's only a stalls section, you're guaranteed to get a decent view from any seat. Paying more to sit further forward therefore seems pointless to me...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
10A Oxford Rd, Manchester M1 5QA
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Guide Bridge Theatre

Guide Bridge Theatre

(26)
  • Pantomime
  • Volunteers
  • Shows
“Really nice local theatre. Parking is available but spaces are limited, there is parking however around the theatre within walking distance. A bar and tea and coffee is available and they do have wheelchair access. Very entertaining shows and ran by...”
Audenshaw Rd, Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5HJ
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Chorlton Performing Arts School

Chorlton Performing Arts School

(11)
  • Kids
  • Musical Theatre
  • Classes
“We couldn't recommend this performing arts school highly enough. Our daughter has been attending the minis musical theatre class since September and absolutely loves it! Her confidence has improved so much and she just adores both Molly and Natalie. ...”
Brookburn Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 8EH
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Actupnorth Manchester

Actupnorth Manchester

(9)
  • Learn
“I Hone my craft at Act Up North Manchester.I already have a lot of experience performing in Films , TV series and on stage. It is very important to me to keep up my training especially during rest periods. I have learned allot and I am constantly im...”
In Business Since 2009
4th Floor, 8 Lower Ormond St, Manchester M1 5QF
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J Star Academy Of Performing Arts

J Star Academy Of Performing Arts

(6)
  • Kids
  • Party
“⁣⁢ We hired J-Star Academy for our daughters 2nd birthday party. In short… we highly recommend! We had the whole venue, with one studio room for Diddy Dancing fun… and the other studio room for party celebrations and lunch. A huge thanks to Jaynie...”
1 Warwick St, Prestwich, Manchester M25 3HN
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Shockout

Shockout

(5)
“The best professional dance training in the North West. The university degree provides you with all the skills that you need in order to be successful in the industry. The mentorship given is, in my opinion, the best and most beneficial part, you are...”
In Business Since 2016
Studio25, 25 Church St, Manchester M4 1PE
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Sparkles Academy of Performing Arts (Sapa)

Sparkles Academy of Performing Arts (Sapa)

(1)
“My daughter has been going for a couple of years now, Steffi is amazing, I've never met anyone that can bring a child out of their shell so easily... Fun and frolics with a soft side of seriousness. Couldn't recommend sparkles more. Xxx”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Charles St, Whitefield, Manchester M45 6AL
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CMM Theatre School

CMM Theatre School

(1)
“Brilliant summer camp, very well organised. My son really enjoyed it. Thanks to Chanel who was great throughout!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
St Clements Parish Church, Edge Ln, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 9AE
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Rhapsody Academy of Performing Arts

Rhapsody Academy of Performing Arts

(14)
  • Children
  • Summer School
  • Shows
“By far the best Performing Arts Academy in Bolton. My son has thrived there and I can't thank Beth & Jamie enough for all their hard work & experience which my son has benefited from no end! The shows they produce are always fabulous, imaginative ...”
Blackrod Primary School, Manchester Rd., Blackrod, Bolton BL6 5SY
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Vernon Acting Method

Vernon Acting Method

(3)
“Ian has taught me for around 3 years and from scratch. He is so talented and has a lot of knowledge about the industry. He'll give you lots of advice on the things that you'll need to know later on in your acting career like agents, audition techniqu...”
20 Ruskin Rd, Prestwich, Manchester M25 9GL
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The Drama MOB Ltd

The Drama MOB Ltd

(2)
“Love everything about this company. The teaching is superb and the children are so happy to come to the classes. It's a joy to see how the children thrive.”
In Business Since 2012
The Old Parsonage, Stenner Ln, Manchester M22 2RQ
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Stage Stars Academy

Stage Stars Academy

(1)
“My daughter attends the Monday night class in Tyldesley and I find it amazing to see how much more confident and bubbly she is. Jo is a superb teacher who is very patient with the children and gets the very best out of them, highly recommended !!”
Astley Community Club, Manchester Rd, Astley, Manchester M29 7DY
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Manchester Theatre Academy

Manchester Theatre Academy

“Drama is a great way to build confidence, alongside learning new skills and making new friends. We are an inclusive group, like a big happy family and everyone contributes in their own way, at their own level. Some of our students want to finely tune...”
Little Theatre, Castle Cl, Droylsden, Manchester M43 7AS
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Mainstream Theatre Arts

Mainstream Theatre Arts

Performing Arts School
“For over 40 years MTA has been enriching the lives of thousands of children, developing life skills, performance skills and future professional careers. Making us the first choice for parents that demand exacting standards of performing arts tuition.”
Taylor Ln, Denton, Manchester M34 3NG
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The Ward Academy Ltd

The Ward Academy Ltd

In Business Since 2015
Roe Grn, Church, Worsley, Manchester M28 2RN
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Kennedy Studios

Kennedy Studios

(10)
  • Dance
  • Kids
“My daughter has been attending Kennedys for over a year now, all the teachers are amazing and you can tell they do actually care about each individual child. The atmosphere is always buzzing and you can see how much the kids enjoy it”
In Business Since 2017
Unit 14b, Greenside Trading, Greenside Ln, Droylsden, Manchester M43 7YY
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Shana Keeler's School of Dance

Shana Keeler's School of Dance

(6)
“My Son loved coming here years ago for Drama and Dance and now it's my little ladies turn. She's enjoying it so much she's signed up to 3 different dance classes just this term, Ballet, Tap & Lil Beatz and we're so excited to watch her in the big sho...”
St Richard's Church, Peel Hall Rd, Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 5BP
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Fairstage Academy

Fairstage Academy

(2)
“My daughter loved her first session and the staff are brilliant with the children.”
Unit 5, 1 East View, Middleton, Manchester M24 4SZ
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Middleton Popstars Academy

Middleton Popstars Academy

(2)
“My little girl loves it ... she has a natural talent for dance and loves drama I have already seen her improving after 2 sessions ..thank you so much x”
2, Pioneer Mill, Morton St, Middleton, Manchester M24 6AN
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Acting Coaching Services in Manchester Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
£189
Maximum cost
£3258
National Average
£502
Avg Per Hour Rates
£80
£376
£878
Fair price range is based on 470 cost profiles
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Average Cost £502
Minimum cost £189
Maximum cost £3258
Avg Per Hour Rates £80

Fair range $376 to $878 is based on 470 cost profiles.

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