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Best Acting Studios In Chicago

In between shifts as a waiter at the local restaurant, learn how to act in these studios. It may make for a great Oscar speech.

Second City Improv

1608 N. Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 664-3959
www.secondcity.com

Second City Improv is where most of the famous improvers get their start. It's a great place to learn and practice improvisation when living in Chicago. Students start at Level A (ensemble and object work) and work their way to Level E (fully improvised show).

Act One Studios

640 N. LaSalle, Suite 535
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 787-9384
www.actone.com

Act One Studios is the largest Midwest professional acting school. They have a four week intensive sessions and two year conservatory programs. The school offers over 30 different classes to choose from.

Roosevelt University Theatre Conservatory

430 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605.
(312) 341-3500
ccpa.roosevelt.edu/theatre

Roosevelt University Theatre Conservatory is an acting school that has a low student/faculty ratio and offers opportunities for professional internships.

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