DFW families, here are our favorite acting classes for kids! This list is especially great for young thespians who have a flair for the dramatics, those bitten by the acting bug, or even kids looking to build more confidence in public speaking through the camaraderie found in on-stage theatre groups. Your kids will love honing those acting chops at these theaters and studios!
Repertory Company Theatre's School of Musical Theater
Drama Kids of NE Dallas
Stephanie W.: Drama Kids teaches in nearly 20 cities around Dalas, spanning 4 counties. With highly qualified teachers and creative lessons each week, kids learn the art of drama as well as creative thinking, public speaking skills, and so much more. Drama Kids is a unique program which takes place in schools all over Dallas!
Dallas Children's Theater
Stephanie W.: Dallas Children's Theater not only provides awesome entertainment in the form of shows, it also provides acting and performance classes in its academy! The possibilities are endless, with options like improv, drama, audition classes, and so much more. Sessions are divided by age so your child will be surrounded by peers!
Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts
Stephanie W.: With classes for students with beginner to advanced skills, there are so many options to choose from at Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts! TV/film, stage, and commercial acting classes are offered, as well as voice over work, improv, and even a "Young Shakes" class in which students will get a great intro to Shakespeare that culminates in an evening of monologue and duet performances!
Young Actors Studio
Stephanie W.: Young Actors Studio focuses on TV and film acting, and boasts some impressive alumni! Each class session requires an audition, and students are placed in classes based on ability. Students will learn both dramatic and comedic acting, commercial copy, monologues, improv, radio voiceovers, and more. The program has a massive library with over 300 pieces of work for students to study!
Stage West Theatre
Jen PK: Theatre classes for all ages and experience levels!
Kids Who Care
Stephanie W.: Specifically aimed at musical theatre acting, Kids Who Care classes to Kids of all ages. With classes for all levels, students who are just starting out will find classes perfect for them, as well as classes for advanced students looking to study specific skills. Students will learn about everything from Shakespeare to spoken word, and there is even a Storybook Theatre classes for kids in pre-K to first grade that will teach them about acting through their favorite stories and books!
Fort Worth Actors Studio
Stephanie W.: Fort Worth Actors Studio wants to get your kids face on the screen! With Acting for the Camera for all ages groups, plus voiceover and diction classes and an improv get together every month, this studio will have your kids prepared for the next step. In addition, teens have the opportunity to take master classes about different topics like how to self-tape, or create a website to start their business!
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