John D'Aquino

Devon Brady Casting Workshop
2025-12-06 09:00 - 2025-12-07 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
DEVON BRADYCASTING WORKSHOPJoin us for a two day virtual workshop with Casting Director Devon Brady, CSA and John D’Aquino! DATES December 6th & 7thTIME 9AM-12 PM on the 6th10 AM-1 PM on the 7thTimes are in PSTAGES 9+Register Here In this intensive, students will perform chosen scenes audition style over Zoom. On Saturday, John D’Aquino will work with actors to go over their character’s objectives, expectations, conflicts, discoveries and more. This time will be used to help performers better determine and articulate their choices.On Sunday, students will perform their scenes for Devon Brady who will then offer a redirect, allowing performers an opportunity to implement the notes in their second take.Please Note: This is an educational experience. At the conclusion of the workshop, the instructor will NOT be taking home nor given access to your headshot, resume, or any other of your promotional materials. This is not an audition or employment opportunity. Devon BradySince graduating from Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University, Devon Brady has worked with and encountered multiple sides of the entertainment industry. He previously worked in HR / Admin at Lionsgate Entertainment, and following that, worked as an Associate Talent Manager at Bx2 Entertainment. He has spent the last 6 years working within the realm of casting, where he’s aided casting offices in assembling talent for hit series on Disney Channel, Netflix, YouTube Premium and Nickelodeon, as well as independent features. Devon has been a Casting Director on several short-form and new media projects, including verticals for DramaBox, one of the leading micro drama production houses. In 2022, he won his first Artios Award alongside Doro / Sherwood Casting for his work on “All That”, and was most recently nominated for the 2026 Artios, for Tab Time and Thundermans: Undercover. John D’AquinoVeteran actor and master teacher John D’Aquino (S.W.A.T, Leanne, Seinfeld, 3rd Rock from the Sun, NCIS,CSI, Cory in the House, Shake it Up, Hannah Montana) starred in six TV series and recurred and guest starred on dozens of other popular shows. His love for performing is surpassed only by his love for teaching, a love inspired by his mentor, teacher and friend, Charles Nelson Riley, who instilled in his students a passion for helping actors create dynamic performances by reaching deep into the human spirit.Register Here

Free GOAL SETTING SEMINAR
2025-12-20 11:00 - 12:30
GOAL SETTING SEMINARDATE December 20thTIME 11-12:30 PM (PST) Prepare for the new year! Join us for a free Goal Setting and Mindset Seminar! Register for the zoom link below!REGISTER HEREGOAL SETTING AND MINDSET SEMINARStudents, get ready for 2026 by setting your goals and cultivating a positive mindset with John and Carmen! Topics Include:Cultivating a mindset for successHow to set goals and maintain accountabilityCreating a vision board or goal list Making tangible action stepsThe power of self-talk and effectively using affirmationsVeteran actor and master teacher John D’Aquino (Leanne, S.W.A.T, Seinfeld, 3rd Rock from the Sun, NCIS,CSI, Cory in the House, Shake it Up, Hannah Montana) starred in six TV series and recurred and guest starred on dozens of other popular shows. His love for performing is surpassed only by his love for teaching, a love inspired by his mentor, teacher and friend, Charles Nelson Riley, who instilled in his students a passion for helping actors create dynamic performances by reaching deep into the human spirit.Carmen Scott received her B.S. in Dance Management from OCU, a full ride scholarship recipient to iO West, and has performed at Second City Hollywood. Carmen holds certifications in Yoga & Meditation, leadership development, public speaking, and DISC behavioral analysis. Production credits include AP of 1946 The Movie and EP of Emmy-nominated webseries Razor Tongue. Her production company Flesh Onesie Creations aims improve the quality of humankind one story at a time.REGISTER HERE

Audition Prep Workshop in January
2026-01-17 09:00 - 2026-01-19 14:00
AUDITION PREP WORKSHOPSave your spot for this workshop over MLK weekend in the new year!All sessions are online via Zoom. Dates: January 17th-19th 2026Time: 9am – 2pm PSTThree-day online training, personal coaching, and showcase for ages 9-20!REGISTER HERETRAIN WITH THE BEST Audition Prep was designed to help young actors make significant leaps in their audition technique and get invaluable feedback on the last day of the workshop from industry guests!TOPICS INCLUDE: Camera Technique as it applies to the online (Zoom) format John’s Magic Rectangle Technique John’s Active Interrogation Technique | A deep dive into what’s not being spoken Mastering Dialogue – Painting the White of the Page What does it mean to bring yourself to the role? Entering the Room with Presence and ConfidenceAND MORE!Our Audition Prep workshops always sell out so check your calendar and make your plans NOW!

John in Arizona
2026-01-24 08:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00
HERE WE COME ARIZONA !LA based acting coach John D’Aquino is bringing his classes to the Southwest! DATES January 24th & 25thAGES 8+LOCATIONThe International School of Arizona9522 E San Salvador DrScottsdale, AZ 85258REGISTER HERE!SCHEDULE FRIDAY, JANUARY 23RD Scottsdale Launch Party& Fundraiser for Parsons Drama ClubALL AGES | 5:00-8:00 PM | FREE EVENT Kick off the weekend with us for the Scottsdale Launch Party & Fundraiser for Parsons Drama Club, hosted at a beautiful Scottsdale home. This fun, family-focused evening brings together young actors and parents for inspiration and real steps for easing into the LA market. Enjoy a welcoming community, helpful insights for kid and teen performers, and a chance to connect with families who share the same big dreams. Meet John and mingle for a great cause!To RSVP, please email emily@johndaquino.netSATURDAY, JANUARY 24TH HOW TO MAKE FUNNY (BEGINNER)YOUTH| Ages 8-12 | 9:00-10:30 AMTEEN| Ages 13-17 | 12:45-2:15 PMThis is John’s signature comedy course that he’s taught for Disney Channel, which creates a math, to make people laugh! Students learn how to build three step climbs, how to escalate the stakes and how to set-up, reinforce and deliver the 180 reversals ,the “word game”, and improv. Plus, learn 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.HOW TO MAKE FUNNY (ADVANCED)YOUTH| Ages 8-12 | 10:45 AM-12:15 PMTEEN| Ages 13-17 | 2:30-4:30 PM*Beginner version of this class is prerequisite.John combines all the How to Make Funny fundamentals (punctuating the joke, three step climbs, escalating the stakes and 180 reversals) and challenges actors to execute them in a single scene. Using scenes from popular comedies, actors are challenged to “find the funny”, while building a comedic dynamic throughout. If you can master this class, you’re that much closer to being able to deliver the “funny” on camera!THE BA-DUM-BUMADULT| Ages 18+ | 4:30-6:00 PMGet ready to laugh, learn, and level up your comedy skills! In this signature class, John brings the same techniques he’s taught at Disney Channel. Learn how to build 3-step climbs, nail fast-paced banter, raise the stakes in a scene, and deliver the 180 reversals with crisp precision. Come ready to play, experiment, and find your funny! SUNDAY, JANUARY 25TH MAGIC RECTANGLE (BEGINNER)YOUTH| Ages 8-12 | 9:00-10:30 AMTEEN| Ages 13-17 | 12:45-2:15 PMADULT| Ages 18+ | 4:30-6:00 PM This class helped launch so many careers. Take all the confusion out of auditions and learn how to perform for the camera. The Magic Rectangle is John’s technique for delivering dynamic and indelible on-camera performances. John’s simple emotional template will immediately improve student’s taped auditions by imposing structure on the imaginary fourth wall canvas that exists around the camera. If you’ve never trained with John, this is a great place to start. Taught it to thousands of actors across the country and in Hollywood, this class will dramatically improve your taped auditions!MAGIC RECTANGLE (ADVANCED): SCENE WORKYOUTH| Ages 8-12 | 10:45 AM-12:15 PMTEEN| Ages 13-17 | 2:30-4:00 PM*Beginner version of this class is prerequisite.Actors learn to apply John’s Magic Rectangle Technique in a scene that they will perform with several off-camera partners while learning to direct that performance into the “money” zone that exists around the camera. John’s camera games & exercises teach students the meaning of “eye-lines” and to which off-camera character they must focus their primary dramatic emphasis. This class will change how you audition as well as help you deliver captivating performances for TV and film. Veteran actor and master teacher John D’Aquino (S.W.A.T, Leanne, Seinfeld, 3rd Rock from the Sun, NCIS,CSI, Cory in the House, Shake it Up, Hannah Montana) starred in six TV series and recurred and guest starred on dozens of other popular shows. His love for performing is surpassed only by his love for teaching, a love inspired by his mentor, teacher and friend, Charles Nelson Riley, who instilled in his students a passion for helping actors create dynamic performances by reaching deep into the human spirit.PRICINGSINGLE CLASS: $125 THREE CLASS PACK: $300Choose any three classes for you/your child’s age $75 discountFOUR (ALL) CLASS PACK: $325ALL classes for you/your child’s age $100 discountAll classes have a 16 Student Limit.If purchasing a class pack, please visit HERE. Then, proceed to the BOOK A WORKSHOP tab (or by pressing the “Register Here” Button) and register for the classes with the code you received when purchasing the discounted packages in the “Redeem Code” section.If you have any questions, please reach out to emily@johndaquino.netREGISTER HERE
