Camp Demo Reel (Feb 7, 14-16)
2026-02-07 08:00 - 2026-02-09 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Get a comedic and dramatic scene for your demo reel! DATES February 7th: Virtual Classes/RehearsalsFebruary 14th-16th: In-Person Classes/Rehearsals/Filming Sessions are partially online via Zoom and in-person in LAREGISTER HERECamp Demo Reel is a half virtual, half live in person 4-day intensive that teaches script and scene preparation, on camera acting technique, how to adjust your performance to the frame, and culminates in filming two scenes – one comedic and one dramatic – for your demo reel. We will provide customized scenes and shoot them with a professional crew and broadcast quality HD.SCHEDULEDAY ONE (VITRUAL):The first day of camp will be from 9 AM-2 PM (PST) jam-packed with acting technique lessons and demo reel scene rehearsals. DAY TWO (IN-PERSON): The second day of camp will happen one week later where we will have final acting classes and scene rehearsals before filming the following days. This day will be from 9AM-2 PM as well.DAYS THREE & FOUR (IN-PERSON): The final days will be dedicated to filming your personal demo reel scenes which will premiere on our Vimeo Showcase once our editors have finished post-production. We will also provide you with a copy of your completed reel and if you have other existing footage that you would like to add to make a more comprehensive demo reel, our editors can do that for you for an additional fee of $75/hr. Since these are production days, hours will varying depending on call times.LOCATION:The first day of camp will be virtual so you can work from home. The remaining days of camp, filming will take place in Los Angeles. Location TBD. Price: $1,900Cancellation Policy: JDAW has a 10-day cancellation policy for Workshops. If you cancel your registration within 10-days of the beginning of the Workshop, no refund will be given, however, the funds can be used towards class credits or a future workshop and Camps. If you cancel within 5-days of the beginning of the Workshop, no refund or credit will be given and you will be marked as a “no show.”. If you are registering within 10-days of the event starting, the client will already be within the cancellation window.REGISTER HERE

New 4-week Recurring Workshop w/Japheth Gordon!
2026-02-21 09:00 - 11:00
NEW ON-GOING4-WEEK WORKSHOP!We are excited to announce this new workshop led by guest teacher Japheth Gordon!Improv Driven Scene StudyTeacher Japheth GordonTime Saturdays, 9-11 am PSTAges 14-early 20’sIn-Person ClassesBurbank, CAREGISTER HERE

Taught by Japheth Gordon, this all-encompassing acting class is designed for students ages 14+ who are serious about developing and maintaining professional-level skills for their on-camera performance. Each two-hour session blends high-level Improvisation, Scene Study, and On-Camera Technique to build confident, adaptable actors who can make strong choices in an evolving industry.To kick things off, we will be hosting two FREE classes on February 21st and 28th.The first cycle for this workshop will begin on Saturday, March 7th.Location: Classes will be held at The Actor’s Group Studio in Burbank, CA.Japheth Gordon (Modern Family, Criminal Minds, NCIS, CSI Miami, Dexter) is a writer, actor, and educator with over a decade of experience teaching performers and creators at every level, from first-time students to working professionals. He has developed his own curriculum and has taught professional-level classes in improv, on-camera performance, audition technique, scene study, character creation, and industry pitching all over the country.As a writer, he developed original projects at HBO Max and spent the last four years at Disney, contributing to major studio films including Moana 2 and Zootopia 2. His real-world experience allows him to guide students with practical, honest insight into how Hollywood actually works.Price: $250/WorkshopWhen purchasing either workshop, you are committing to all of the classes within the four class cycle. No refunds or make ups will be given if a class is missed.

IMPROV DRIVEN SCENE STUDY The Actor’s Group Studio2813 W. Magnolia BlvdBurbank, Ca 91501

New 4-week Recurring Workshop Stellina Rusich!
2026-04-04 09:00 - 11:00
NEW ON-GOING4-WEEK WORKSHOP!We are excited to announce this new workshop led by guest teacherStellina RusichThe Actor’s Launch PadTeacher Stellina RusichFour Week Sessions Starting April 4thTime Saturdays, 9-11 am PSTAges 14-early 20’sVirtual via ZoomREGISTER HERE

THE ACTOR’S LAUNCHPADJoin acting coach and teacher Stellina Rusich in this 4-week class series focusing on building confidence and a strong foundation on the craft of acting. Curriculum includes but is not limited to text analysis, building the environment, relationships, objectives, discovery, and more.The first cycle of this workshop will begin on Saturday, February 21st.Stellina Rusich (Oy To The World, Terminal City, Carpool, Monk) has had a long, rewarding, and varied career in the arts first as a performer with mentors including Larry Moss and Ivana Chubbuck, then as director, composer, teacher, and on-set acting coach. She previously taught the full-time acting program at School Creative for 6 years, and more recently, Vancouver Acting School, and Langara College, as well as, Shoreline Studios, Vancouver Film School and UBCP. She has appeared in over 60 commercials and numerous Stage, TV and Film roles. Her stage work has taken her from the Cincinnati Playhouse to the Citadel Theatre, the Stratford Festival, the Charlottetown Festival and, the North Pole, on an armed forces tour.

THE ACTOR’S LAUNCHPADOnline Via ZoomLink Provided after RegistrationREGISTER HERE

New 4-week Recurring Workshop w/Japheth Gordon!
2026-04-04 09:00 - 11:00
NEW ON-GOING4-WEEK WORKSHOP!We are excited to announce this new workshop led by guest teacher Japheth Gordon!

Improv Driven Scene StudyTeacher Japheth GordonFour Week Sessions Starting April 4thTime Saturdays, 9-11 am PSTAges 14-early 20’sIn-Person ClassesBurbank, CA

REGISTER HERE

Taught by Japheth Gordon, this all-encompassing acting class is designed for students ages 14+ who are serious about developing and maintaining professional-level skills for their on-camera performance. Each two-hour session blends high-level Improvisation, Scene Study, and On-Camera Technique to build confident, adaptable actors who can make strong choices in an evolving industry.Location: Classes will be held at The Actor’s Group Studio in Burbank, CA.Japheth Gordon (Modern Family, Criminal Minds, NCIS, CSI Miami, Dexter) is a writer, actor, and educator with over a decade of experience teaching performers and creators at every level, from first-time students to working professionals. He has developed his own curriculum and has taught professional-level classes in improv, on-camera performance, audition technique, scene study, character creation, and industry pitching all over the country.As a writer, he developed original projects at HBO Max and spent the last four years at Disney, contributing to major studio films including Moana 2 and Zootopia 2. His real-world experience allows him to guide students with practical, honest insight into how Hollywood actually works.Price: $250/WorkshopWhen purchasing either workshop, you are committing to all of the classes within the four class cycle. No refunds or make ups will be given if a class is missed.

IMPROV DRIVEN SCENE STUDYThe Actor’s Group Studio2813 W. Magnolia BlvdBurbank, Ca 91501

Camp Hollywood 2026 SOLD OUT - Waiting List Now Available!
2026-06-19 08:00 - 2026-07-04 17:00
Join us in late June and early July 2026 for our signature event! Sessions are partially online via Zoom and in-person in LADATES June 19th, 20th, 22nd Virtual Classes/RehearsalsJune 26th-July 4th: In-Person CampNOTE: Additional rehearsals and table read will be scheduled prior to camp classes & filming REGISTER HERECamp Hollywood is our students’ most important learning opportunity of the year, designed to provide a realistic, professional filming experience which gets them ready for life on a real set when they book their first or next job! Camp Hollywood incorporates specialty classes, table reads, one-on-one coaching, rehearsals, and, most importantly, experience filming on a full, professionally staffed set, where they can learn how to interact with the director and different departments to maximize their on camera performance. They also learn set etiquette, allowing them to maintain professionalism, engender trust from directors and producers and set themselves up for future jobs and repeat bookings. In fact, several successful young actors have had Camp Hollywood as their first on-set experience, preparingthem for future film and TV roles you’ve probably seen yourself!SCHEDULE PART 1 – (Pre-Production Classes & Rehearsals)Part One will be online via zoom, and consist of acting classes led by John and the rest of our staff. Students will also have rehearsal periods with their directors as well as meetings to discuss wardrobe, make-up and possible special effects. Before Camp begins, there will be virtual online table reads and rehearsals that will be coordinated between the actors and their director.BREAK – There will be a two day designated travel break for campers todrive or fly out to LA before PART 2* Airfare/Lodging not included in tuition.PART 2 – (Filming)Part Two will be in-person rehearsals and the production phase of our films. Production will be two to four days, however, actors might not be needed for all filming days or times depending on the schedule. Basecamp for main camp classes will be held at/near Burbank. Production though may take place at another area depending on what film you are part of.On the final day of Camp, we will have a July 4th outing to celebrate the holiday and wrapping up another awesome Summer!PART 3 – (Post-Production & Screening)To give our staff time to edit, complete visual effects and other post-production work on our films, Part Three will happen towards the beginning/mid of Fall. We will host a virtual screening party to premier the films & we invite you to dress up! Date and time TBD. Students will receive an IMDB credit and a personalized demo reel of their performance.PRICING$6,400: Full Price$5,760: Returning Camper PriceCancellation PolicyCancellations before March 1st are eligible for a full refund.Cancellations before May 1st are eligible for 50% refund and the ability to apply the remaining funds towards classes, private coachings, workshops, or next year’s Camp Hollywood**.Cancellations after May 1st are not eligible for a refunds nor will credit will be given.**If the client is applying funds towards next year’s Camp Hollywood and there is a price increase, client will be responsible for paying the difference. Our Camp Hollywood always sell out so please check your calendar and make your plans NOW!REGISTER HERE
