Adult Acting Classes
Acting technique, scene study, and improvisation classes for adults at all skill levels.
123 E Water St · Parking: Street parking available on Water Street and surrounding blocks (metered until 5pm weekdays, free evenings/weekends). Water Street parking garage located two blocks away.
Transform Through the Power of Performance
About Live Arts
Live Arts has been Charlottesville's premiere community theater since 1990, serving as both a performance venue and educational institution in the heart of downtown. Located at 123 East Water Street, the organization operates a black box theater that hosts 6-8 full productions each season, ranging from classic dramas and comedies to contemporary works and original musicals. The intimate 120-seat space creates an immersive theatrical experience where audiences sit just feet from the performers, making it one of the best live theater experiences in Charlottesville for those seeking professional-quality community productions.
What People Are Saying
“I was terrified to take my first acting class at 45, but the instructor and classmates were so welcoming. I've gained confidence I never knew I had, and it's helped me in my work presentations too!”
“As a complete beginner, I appreciated how the exercises built on each other. By the end of eight weeks, I was performing scenes I never thought I could do. The community is incredibly supportive.”
“I took acting in college decades ago and wanted to get back into it. This class reignited my passion for theater and introduced me to wonderful people. It's become the highlight of my week!”
4.8 ★ avg rating · Verified Mar 27, 2026
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