Vagabond School

Vagabond School is Chicago’s premier film acting school, dedicated to empowering actors with comprehensive training in the skills and techniques demanded by today’s film, television, theatre, and digital media landscapes. With locations in Chicago, Elmhurst, and online programs, Vagabond provides accessible, professional-level instruction for aspiring performers.

The school offers specialized training programs including On Camera Acting, Voiceover, Business of Acting, and the Acting for Film Conservatory. Classes are taught by a Core Teaching Ensemble of industry professionals and feature regular Guest Artists from film and television. Programs accommodate all skill levels from beginners to advanced actors, with both adult and youth classes available for kids and teens.

Vagabond emphasizes hands-on, immersive training in a supportive community environment where students can develop their craft through collaboration and collective growth. The school provides coaching and self-tape services, workshops and intensives, and maintains strong industry connections to help students transition from passionate performers to industry-ready professionals. Vagabond also offers studio rental for productions and maintains an active blog sharing insights about the acting profession.