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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 8-11
DESCRIPTION:with Carmen Scott \n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to the industry or a young professional looking to sharpen your skills\, this class is a perfect fit. We use a variety of on-set simulations to replicate performing on camera.  We also explore audition techniques designed to help young actors prepare their auditions and prepare for a career in the business. Each lesson is a blend of fun acting games and exercises.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-8-11/2025-03-03/
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Scott":MAILTO:carmen@johndaquino.net
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SUMMARY:Tuesday On-Camera Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances. When not performing\, students help operate the cameras to better understand how the camera sees the world. By doing so\, students learn to better shape performances for the camera\, from the master\, to the over-the-shoulder to the close-up. This class includes warm-up games and celebrates all aspects of acting for the camera.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/tuesday-on-camera-ages-10-13/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T150000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/wednesday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s-2/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T160000
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SUMMARY:Thursday On-Camera Ages 11-17
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/thursday-on-camera-ages-11-17-2/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class,Teen Classes
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SUMMARY:Script to Screen - Feature Film Intensive
DESCRIPTION:SCRIPT TO SCREEN:FEATURE FILM INTENSIVEJoin filmmaker Shane Brady in this specialty in-person workshop!DATE March 8thTIME 10 AM-4 PM (Lunch included)WHERE Burbank\, CAAGES 15+REGISTEREver wonder what it takes to make a feature film? Now’s your chance! Join filmmaker Shane Brady as he takes you through the process of making a feature film\, from script to screen!Shane’s second feature film\, Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage Fueled Karma\, is due for release summer of 2025.  Students will begin the day by reading the shooting draft of the script. They will then watch the completed film\, being the first people to ever see it finalized before release\, and will compare what changes were made during the editing process. The day will conclude with Shane going over editing tips and tricks\, how to schedule a film shoot\, and financial decisions that made this movie possible. You will not want to miss this special workshop!Please note that Hacked is a horror-comedy.A graduate of FSU’s theatre program\, Shane Brady has performed theatre and improv in Chicago\, London\, and in television and film in Los Angeles. Most recently\, he enjoyed a recurring role on HBO’s BALLERS\, and played The Magician in Warner Bros feature film DOCTOR SLEEP.As a filmmaker\, Shane wrote\, directed\, edited and starred in Breathing Happy — which went on to win Audience Award for Best Feature Film at Chattanooga Film Festival and SOHO Horror Film Festival in London; Best Feature Film at STXIFF; Best New Filmmaker at Popcorn Frights in Miami\, Fl; and most notably\, the Best Actor Award at the heralded Filmquest Film Festival.PRICE: $250REGISTER
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/script-to-screen-feature-film-intensive/
CATEGORIES:Local Workshop
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s/2025-03-10/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T180000
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 8-11
DESCRIPTION:with Carmen Scott \n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to the industry or a young professional looking to sharpen your skills\, this class is a perfect fit. We use a variety of on-set simulations to replicate performing on camera.  We also explore audition techniques designed to help young actors prepare their auditions and prepare for a career in the business. Each lesson is a blend of fun acting games and exercises.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-8-11/2025-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Scott":MAILTO:carmen@johndaquino.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T180000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday On-Camera Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances. When not performing\, students help operate the cameras to better understand how the camera sees the world. By doing so\, students learn to better shape performances for the camera\, from the master\, to the over-the-shoulder to the close-up. This class includes warm-up games and celebrates all aspects of acting for the camera.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/tuesday-on-camera-ages-10-13/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T150000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/wednesday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s-2/2025-03-12/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T180000
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SUMMARY:Thursday On-Camera Ages 11-17
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/thursday-on-camera-ages-11-17-2/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class,Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T145451
CREATED:20240408T013434Z
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s/2025-03-17/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T145451
CREATED:20230425T004043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T060831Z
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 8-11
DESCRIPTION:with Carmen Scott \n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to the industry or a young professional looking to sharpen your skills\, this class is a perfect fit. We use a variety of on-set simulations to replicate performing on camera.  We also explore audition techniques designed to help young actors prepare their auditions and prepare for a career in the business. Each lesson is a blend of fun acting games and exercises.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-8-11/2025-03-17/
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Scott":MAILTO:carmen@johndaquino.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250318T180000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday On-Camera Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances. When not performing\, students help operate the cameras to better understand how the camera sees the world. By doing so\, students learn to better shape performances for the camera\, from the master\, to the over-the-shoulder to the close-up. This class includes warm-up games and celebrates all aspects of acting for the camera.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/tuesday-on-camera-ages-10-13/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T180000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/wednesday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s-2/2025-03-19/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T160000
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SUMMARY:Thursday On-Camera Ages 11-17
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/thursday-on-camera-ages-11-17-2/2025-03-20/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class,Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T145451
CREATED:20240408T013434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T014115Z
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s/2025-03-24/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johndaquino.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JOHN2019-scaled-e1673397864981.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250324T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T145451
CREATED:20230425T004043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T060831Z
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 8-11
DESCRIPTION:with Carmen Scott \n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to the industry or a young professional looking to sharpen your skills\, this class is a perfect fit. We use a variety of on-set simulations to replicate performing on camera.  We also explore audition techniques designed to help young actors prepare their auditions and prepare for a career in the business. Each lesson is a blend of fun acting games and exercises.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-8-11/2025-03-24/
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://johndaquino.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/CScott_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Carmen Scott":MAILTO:carmen@johndaquino.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T180000
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CREATED:20221218T002047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T060504Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday On-Camera Ages 10-13
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances. When not performing\, students help operate the cameras to better understand how the camera sees the world. By doing so\, students learn to better shape performances for the camera\, from the master\, to the over-the-shoulder to the close-up. This class includes warm-up games and celebrates all aspects of acting for the camera.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/tuesday-on-camera-ages-10-13/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T180000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/wednesday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s-2/2025-03-26/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250327T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250327T180000
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SUMMARY:Thursday On-Camera Ages 11-17
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom the audition to performing on set\, this class is designed to prepare actors for a professional career. Weekly lesson plans range from character prep\, script analysis\, adjusting performance to specific genres with an intense focus on both popular comedies and dramas. This course will dive deep into the science of auditioning – from the entrance to the slate\, ensuring you are prepared to deliver dynamic and memorable performances.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/thursday-on-camera-ages-11-17-2/2025-03-27/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class,Teen Classes
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SUMMARY:John in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:WE’RE BACK ANNAPOLIS!John will be returning to Maryland for one day of classes!DATE Sunday\, March 30thLOCATION80 East Lake DriveAnnapolis\, MD 21403 REGISTER HERE!SCHEDULE   SUNDAY\, MARCH 30TH HOW TO MAKE FUNNY (BEGINNER)KID| Ages 5-8 | 9:00-10:30 AM This is John’s signature comedy course that he’s taught for Disney Channel\, which teaches the math to make people laugh! Students learn how to build 3-step comedic climbs\, how to escalate the stakes and how to set-up\, reinforce and deliver the 180 reversals and learn John’s “word game”. Plus\, John will teach how substituting simple punctuations can change everything in comedies. Get ready to have your funny bone tickled while learning the essential components of great comedic performances. NAILING THE DISNEY/NICK TEST SCENEYOUTH | Ages: 9-12 | 10:45 AM – 12:15 PMDisney and Nickelodeon require a special energy that is not only dynamic and lively\, but is grounded in the show’s reality. Often\, actors think this means they need to “overact” and create a “cartoon version” of their character. Disney and Nick want real kids who have a strong sense of self and can “find the funny” in almost every line. John teaches students the different archetypes and how they behave. Learn how to build believable characters in the genre\, identify specific characteristics of notable character tropes\, and how to bring your authentic self to it!STRANGER KIDS: MYSTERY AND ‘WHO DONE IT’S’YOUTH | Ages: 9-12 | 12:30 – 2:00 PMWho stole the school mascot? Are there really ghosts in the Amityville Hotel? Where did the dead bank robbers bury all the gold? TV mysteries come in all kinds\, shapes and sizes and many of them for kids! This class focuses on preparing young actors for auditioning for television and film mysteries. Students will learn the archetypal characters in most mysteries\, what is their function and how do they serve the story?  Come join the fun and learn loads about how to make strong and specific choices in your auditions for TV MYSTERIES.  PART 1: ANATOMY OF CRIME DRAMAS\, THRILLERS\, AND MYSTERIESTEEN/ADULT | Ages: 13+ | 2:30-4:00 PMStep into a world where every shadow hides a secret\, and every character has a dark side waiting to be revealed. Knowing the character archetypes and understanding the tools to build suspense in these genres are key. Keeping the audience in a heightened state of alert is part of the job. In this course\, we will examine the elements that make these genres so captivating and exhilarating!PART 2: THE GOOD\, THE BAD\, AND THE UGLY(Not the Western)TEEN/ADULT | Ages: 13+ | 4:15-5:45 PMYou must attend ‘Part 1’  (Anatomy of Crime Dramas) of this course in order to take ‘Part 2’Are you the hero? The antihero? The cold-blooded killer? The red herring in a mystery or the victim? In Part 2 of this Class Series\, students will take what they’ve learned in the previous course and directly apply it to their scene. Let’s have fun learning to keep the audience in suspense for as long as possible. Find out if your character lives!!! PRICING – $125/ClassREGISTER HERE
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/john-in-annapolis/
CATEGORIES:Regional Workshop
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 14-20's
DESCRIPTION:with John D’Aquino \n\n\n\n\n\nFor young professionals who take their craft seriously\, each lesson is focused on articulating choices and increasing success in front of the camera. Techniques include: Fundamentals of Comedy Performance\, Method/Meisner Exercises (emotional recall / sense memory) Genre-Specific Performance Size\, On-Set Responsibilities\, Tricks for Cold Reads\, Navigating Call-Backs/Producer Sessions\, The Power of The Ensemble and more.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-14-20s/2025-03-31/
LOCATION:Zoom.us
CATEGORIES:Teen Classes
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SUMMARY:Monday On-Camera Class Ages 8-11
DESCRIPTION:with Carmen Scott \n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to the industry or a young professional looking to sharpen your skills\, this class is a perfect fit. We use a variety of on-set simulations to replicate performing on camera.  We also explore audition techniques designed to help young actors prepare their auditions and prepare for a career in the business. Each lesson is a blend of fun acting games and exercises.
URL:https://johndaquino.net/workshops/monday-on-camera-class-ages-8-11/2025-03-31/
CATEGORIES:Juniors Class
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