How do I find acting classes in London?

You can use Meetup to search for acting classes in London by looking for groups and events centered around acting. Simply enter 'acting' and 'London' in the search and browse options available.

Can anyone join London acting groups?

Yes, acting groups in London are open to all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced actor, you'll find groups welcoming to people eager to learn and share their passion for acting.

Is Meetup free to join?

Meetup itself is free to join. However, some acting classes in London might have associated costs, which are determined by the organizing group or venue in London.

How often do classes meet in London?

The frequency of acting classes in London varies. Some meet weekly, while others may gather more or less frequently. Check the specific group details for exact schedules.

Can I attend classes online via Meetup?

Yes, some acting groups may offer online classes, especially if in-person meetups are not viable. Check event descriptions thoroughly.

What is Meetup used for?

Meetup is used to connect people with shared interests, such as acting, through events and group activities, building community vibes.

How do Meetup events work?

Meetup events are organized by group hosts, allowing participants to RSVP, attend, and engage with others in activities like acting classes.

Does Meetup guarantee I'll find acting friends?

Meetup facilitates opportunities to meet others but doesn't guarantee friendships. Success typically depends on how actively you engage with the community.

Will I get professional acting training in these groups?

The level of acting instruction varies. Some groups offer professional insights, while others focus on recreational learning. Always review the group's details for specifics.

Are class sizes limited for better learning?

Class sizes can depend highly on the venue and organiser's choices. Smaller groups might offer more personalized attention, but this varies per event.

Are all acting classes high quality?

The quality of acting classes can vary based on the organizer and location. It's good practice to read reviews or ask organisers directly for insights.

What should I bring to an acting class?

Typically, you won't need more than an open mind. Specific equipment or attire may be noted in the event description, so check there for any requirements.

Do acting classes happen outdoors in London?

While many classes are indoors, some may utilize outdoor spaces around London for different teaching experiences. Check each event's details.

Do I need acting experience to join?

No prior experience is necessary for many groups. London acting communities often welcome complete beginners looking to explore their interest.

Are all events organized by Meetup?

No, events are organized by independent groups or hosts using Meetup as a platform, so check each event's specific organizer details.

Acting Classes London

1 MONTH Film Jam (free) 1

Sat, Aug 8, 10:00 AM

From London Film Jam

4.8

London Film Jam has been an incredible success, with over 300 films completed in 4 years! It has been a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and work together on many projects, learning new skills along the way. For everyone who got involved it has been a great opportunity to see their ideas actually realised and translated to screen. The ‘1 Month Film Jam’ is the next level and will be your opportunity to pitch your own idea, and see it actually made into an accomplished short, using the diverse skills of the group to make that a reality. And even if you don’t have an idea to pitch, you will be able to help out on any idea in any way you want, from writing to directing to acting to cinematography to editing to etc etc. Add that to your portfolio! As the finished films will be premiered at the Film Jam social on Sunday the 6th of September. Use it however you want! A period drama or a dark and dangerous film noir or even just a silly prop and everything in between. On the 8th, the structure will go like this: 11-11.30: Meet at the location. Talk and get to know each other. 11.30 Pitches. If you want to, this is your opportunity to pitch your idea to the group. Remember the theme of 'Halloween'! 11.45 : The group will vote on the most popular ideas. The most popular ideas will be chosen. The number of ideas chosen will be dependent on the size of the group (so if it is 30+ people then 4 projects, 20+ 3 projects etc etc) 12pm onwards: People will divide up into the projects that appealed to them, create exclusive WhatsApp groups for these projects, and start fleshing out the storyline, shooting schedule etc; role allocation in terms of actors writers, camera, director, producer (!) etc. Please note, the structural integrity of the original idea must be respected and anyone who joins a particular project to develop the story must know this. Then you have 1 month to make your film in time for the big premiere on the 6th of September. Also, please don’t think that because you joined one project it excludes you from others, it doesn’t. You can be involved in as many as you wish. 8th August – 6th September- We will shoot our short films over this month at convenient times for everyone. 6th September – Premiere and Wrap party at Cold Harbour Blue cinema! The effectiveness of joining this group is that you no longer have to procrastinate and you’ll be able to make films. If this is something you want to make a career out of then you’ll be able to add this to your portfolio. Max Film Length - 10 mins Please use the supplied "Film Jam" animated ident in your credits Thanks Look forward to seeing you there. Dust off that DSLR sitting in the corner and let’s make films! If you would like to pitch an idea please message me so I know who is doing what. Thanks! Complete rules and legal stuff here : [1 Month Jam (jamfilm.co.uk)](https://www.jamfilm.co.uk/1-month-jam/) or in the groups 'About' page

35 attendees

Intro to Improv - Beginner Taster

Mon, Aug 10, 5:30 PM

From Playground Assembly: Improv Drop-Ins

4.9

We - PLAYGROUND ASSEMBLY - run weekly drop in classes on different topics. Newbies welcome - fun, light-hearted and joyful! ## **This week: Intro to Improv** **Beginner Taster** Learn improv with fun and creative games and exercises. In this session we take you through the basics of improv. The "yes, and" and "who, what, where" to set you up for creating stories and scenes on the spot and become an awesome and confident team player. This session is a taster session for our 6 weeks beginner course starting on the 7th of September until 12th of October with an optional showcase on the 19th of October. [Ticket link - £5 ](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/improv-drop-ins-intro-to-improv-beginner-taster-tickets-1994681586320) **IMPORTANT!!** **This is a TICKETED EVENT - Please, make sure you reserve a ticket by following the EVENTBRITE LINK** Only Eventbrite - ticket holders will be able to participate #### Improv Improv is the art of making things up on the spot and feel immensly proud of it as there is no judgement. Our workshops are designed to be gentle, fun and inclusive. Being on the spot can feel scary and overwhelming. We make sure that you feel supported and at ease at all times. Improv is an amazing tool to **boost your confidence and ability to connect to other humans**, it helps you be creative and let the inner judge go and sip a tea whilst you have fun discovering how freeing being sponteanous can be. Our weekly drop-in classes explore both general topics and specific areas of improv. Story-telling, emotional connection and creative collaboration are the key aspects we focus on, with exciting niche topics designed to stretch you in a safe and playful environment. **Stepping out of your comfort zone should feel fun and exciting** \- we make sure you feel supported and encouraged in the best way possible\, while connecting with others and creating a bit of magic together\. These classes are open to all, **our gentle approach specifically focuses on people who struggle feeling confident in social settings**, however, if you have done improv before, you will certainly find joy coming to our drop-ins. The first half of the lesson we will focus on group and exercises in pairs The second half will be more scene-based where you can showcase your unique self. No pressure to perform. You will be amazed how you will shine with little effort. #### Who We Are Karo and Avril have over **20 years of cumulative experience** within the improv community. They have performed together in a wide variety of shows and formats for many years, as well as teaching and facilitating workshops, classes, and training sessions. #### Avril Avril is an improviser and actress who has been performing improv for over 12 years. Her credits include *Upstairs Downton: The Improvised Period Drama*, *Carmen: The Improvised Film Noir*, *Moments In Time*, *Blend Off*, *ImprovShire*, and *The Improvised Play*. Avril is also a founder member of LadyProv, who run a regular night at Hoopla showcasing the talents of women and non-binary performers. She has led numerous improv workshops and loves teaching. Her interests include Stoppard, character work, the senses, disaster movies, and team building in the workplace, to name a few. She has a particular passion for narrative improv and enjoys exploring different theatre styles. Avril has also co-taught with Stephen Davidson at Impromiscuous. Outside of improv, Avril loves whisky and exploring how taste, environment, and food pairings influence creativity. She enjoys writing short stories and has written her own one-woman show combining stand-up, character, improv, and sketch. She can also be heard playing several characters in *Lusus*, a modern-day horror series on BBC Sounds. #### Karolina Karolina is an actor, improviser, and improv coach originally from Austria, who has been performing improv for over 12 years on stages across the UK and Europe. From short-form improv to fully improvised plays, she has explored a wide range of genres. She has performed with groups such as Scumbags (a Hoopla house team in the style of the Coen Brothers), *Carmen* (a gender-flipped Film Noir), *3 Worlds*, the short-form comedy group Improvable, and *Lost to Life*, where she improvises an entire play with Avril and the team in the style of different playwrights. Karolina has facilitated many classes over the years, including weekly drop-ins for people who feel shy, focused workshops for theatre companies, the Surrey Theatre Academy, corporate clients, and co-teaching with Impromiscuous. Human connection and empathy are central to her work. She enjoys exploring emotional authenticity, non-verbal communication, physicality, dramatic improv, and unusual characters.

4 attendees

Saturday Acting Workshop - Hamlet

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

From London Acting ... Alive in the Moment Meetup Group

5.0

We will be working towards a FULL PERFORMANCE of Shakespeare's greatest tragesy to be preformed at Network Theatre, Waterloo in October 2026. This classical acting workshop on *Hamlet* offers performers an immersive exploration of Shakespeare’s language, character psychology, and dramatic storytelling. Participants will engage with key scenes and soliloquies, developing skills in voice, movement, text analysis, and emotional truth. Through guided exercises, ensemble work, and close examination of the play’s themes of ambition, grief, morality, and revenge, actors will deepen their understanding of classical performance techniques. The workshop encourages confidence in handling heightened language while fostering creativity and authenticity. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors, it provides practical tools for bringing Shakespeare’s complex characters vividly to life.

1 attendee

Amateur Drama Classes

Wed, Aug 12, 5:30 PM

From Amateur Drama Class

4.9

Join me for a fun Drama class every Wednesday evening from 6:30 pm- 8:30pm at the Omnibus Theatre in Clapham Common. Acting helps with confidence and awareness. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you will meet new people and learn all about Acting. No experience is needed. We'll do relaxation exercises, games, improvisations, storytelling, and a bit later on we'll start working on character and text. The year ends with an exciting Showcase where friends and family come and see how all your hard work has paid off :) £10 pounds for the trial class to be paid before or after class. Different payment options if you decide to join. In order to reserve a place, please contact me at catherine@thebrightdaycompany.net. For more info: https://www.thebrightdaycompany.net/about I look forward to seeing you!

1 attendee

Amateur Drama Classes

Mon, Aug 17, 5:30 PM

From Amateur Drama Class

4.9

Join me for a fun Drama class every Monday evening from 6:30 pm- 8:30pm at the Omnibus Theatre in Clapham Common. The class helps with confidence, developing awareness of yourself and others, connecting and to simply having fun. No experience is needed. We'll do relaxation exercises, games, improvisations, storytelling, and a bit later on we'll start working on character and text. There will be a little showcase at the end of the year. £10 pounds for the trial class to be paid before or after class. Different payment options if you decide to join. In order to reserve a place, please contact me at catherine@thebrightdaycompany.net. For more info: https://www.thebrightdaycompany.net/about I look forward to seeing you!

1 attendee

Saturday Acting Workshop - Hamlet!

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

From London Acting -Professional Development Workshops For Actors

5.0

We will be working towards a FULL PERFORMANCE of Shakespeare's greatest tragesy to be preformed at Network Theatre, Waterloo in October 2026. This classical acting workshop on *Hamlet* offers performers an immersive exploration of Shakespeare’s language, character psychology, and dramatic storytelling. Participants will engage with key scenes and soliloquies, developing skills in voice, movement, text analysis, and emotional truth. Through guided exercises, ensemble work, and close examination of the play’s themes of ambition, grief, morality, and revenge, actors will deepen their understanding of classical performance techniques. The workshop encourages confidence in handling heightened language while fostering creativity and authenticity. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors, it provides practical tools for bringing Shakespeare’s complex characters vividly to life.

1 attendee

Amateur Drama Classes

Wed, Aug 19, 5:30 PM

From Amateur Drama Class

4.9

Join me for a fun Drama class every Wednesday evening from 6:30 pm- 8:30pm at the Omnibus Theatre in Clapham Common. Acting helps with confidence and awareness. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you will meet new people and learn all about Acting. No experience is needed. We'll do relaxation exercises, games, improvisations, storytelling, and a bit later on we'll start working on character and text. The year ends with an exciting Showcase where friends and family come and see how all your hard work has paid off :) £10 pounds for the trial class to be paid before or after class. Different payment options if you decide to join. In order to reserve a place, please contact me at catherine@thebrightdaycompany.net. For more info: https://www.thebrightdaycompany.net/about I look forward to seeing you!

1 attendee

Saturday Acting Workshop is Back - HAMLET!!

Sat, Aug 29, 2:00 PM

From Acting Gymnasium - unique weekly acting workshop

4.8

We will be working towards a FULL PERFORMANCE of Shakespeare's greatest tragesy to be preformed at Network Theatre, Waterloo in October 2026. This classical acting workshop on *Hamlet* offers performers an immersive exploration of Shakespeare’s language, character psychology, and dramatic storytelling. Participants will engage with key scenes and soliloquies, developing skills in voice, movement, text analysis, and emotional truth. Through guided exercises, ensemble work, and close examination of the play’s themes of ambition, grief, morality, and revenge, actors will deepen their understanding of classical performance techniques. The workshop encourages confidence in handling heightened language while fostering creativity and authenticity. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors, it provides practical tools for bringing Shakespeare’s complex characters vividly to life.

3 attendees

Saturday Acting Workshop - Hamlet

Sat, Aug 8, 2:00 PM

From London Acting ... Alive in the Moment Meetup Group

5.0

We will be working towards a FULL PERFORMANCE of Shakespeare's greatest tragesy to be preformed at Network Theatre, Waterloo in October 2026. This classical acting workshop on *Hamlet* offers performers an immersive exploration of Shakespeare’s language, character psychology, and dramatic storytelling. Participants will engage with key scenes and soliloquies, developing skills in voice, movement, text analysis, and emotional truth. Through guided exercises, ensemble work, and close examination of the play’s themes of ambition, grief, morality, and revenge, actors will deepen their understanding of classical performance techniques. The workshop encourages confidence in handling heightened language while fostering creativity and authenticity. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors, it provides practical tools for bringing Shakespeare’s complex characters vividly to life.

1 attendee

Adult Drama Classes

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00 PM

From Adult Drama Classes

5.0

Script Reading, Improvisation, Voice Projection, Games, Public Speaking and audition techniques will be some of the points covered over the coming terms. Drama is ideal for building confidence, helping with articulation and developing presentation skills. It is also a lot of fun! The classes have built up over the last five years and are run by Mario Renzullo, who was an original member of the famed Anna Scher Theatre and made his professional debut in 1970, and went on to have many lead TV, film and theatre roles. Mario founded the theatrical agency Smart Management, which has been running for over twenty years. The classes are open to a wide age range and welcome those new to acting as well as those with professional acting experience. Typically, between 12 and 20 people join us each week, creating a lively and engaging group dynamic. Venue: The Angel Church, Chadwell Street EC1R 1XA Five minutes’ walk from the Angel tube station. Thursday evenings at 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm. Fee: £10.00 cash per session. For more information, please email your contact details to: [smartmanagement@btconnect.com](mailto:smartmanagement@btconnect.com)

1 attendee

Saturday Acting Workshop is Back - HAMLET!!

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

From Acting Gymnasium - unique weekly acting workshop

4.8

We will be working towards a FULL PERFORMANCE of Shakespeare's greatest tragesy to be preformed at Network Theatre, Waterloo in October 2026. This classical acting workshop on *Hamlet* offers performers an immersive exploration of Shakespeare’s language, character psychology, and dramatic storytelling. Participants will engage with key scenes and soliloquies, developing skills in voice, movement, text analysis, and emotional truth. Through guided exercises, ensemble work, and close examination of the play’s themes of ambition, grief, morality, and revenge, actors will deepen their understanding of classical performance techniques. The workshop encourages confidence in handling heightened language while fostering creativity and authenticity. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors, it provides practical tools for bringing Shakespeare’s complex characters vividly to life.

1 attendee

Saturday Acting Workshop - Hamlet!

Sat, Aug 22, 2:00 PM

From London Acting -Professional Development Workshops For Actors

5.0

We will be working towards a FULL PERFORMANCE of Shakespeare's greatest tragesy to be preformed at Network Theatre, Waterloo in October 2026. This classical acting workshop on *Hamlet* offers performers an immersive exploration of Shakespeare’s language, character psychology, and dramatic storytelling. Participants will engage with key scenes and soliloquies, developing skills in voice, movement, text analysis, and emotional truth. Through guided exercises, ensemble work, and close examination of the play’s themes of ambition, grief, morality, and revenge, actors will deepen their understanding of classical performance techniques. The workshop encourages confidence in handling heightened language while fostering creativity and authenticity. Suitable for both emerging and experienced actors, it provides practical tools for bringing Shakespeare’s complex characters vividly to life.

1 attendee