with John D'Aquino For 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 […]

with Shane Brady Are you missing out on voiceover work? This class will focus on auditions you will submit from your home recording setup while helping students learn the tools needed to book everything from animation to commercial work. Topics include fast talk, diction, and enunciation. This class is led by Shane Brady. Shane is a voice over artist with credits […]

with Carmen Scott Whether 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 […]

with John D'Aquino From 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 […]

with John D'Aquino For 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 […]

with John D'Aquino From 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 […]

with Michelle Gilliam For young actors who want to be more free in their choices, more confident in their abilities, and more prepared for every audition or performance opportunity, this class will hold engaging improv games to help students become better listeners (reactors) which in turn, will make them better actors.

with Michelle Gilliam For actors who want to be more free in their choices, more confident in their abilities, and more prepared for every audition or performance opportunity, this class will hold engaging improv games to help students become better listeners (reactors) which in turn, will make them better actors.

GOAL SETTINGSEMINARDATE December 15thTIME 11-1:00 PM (PST)Prepare for the new year! Join us for a free Goal Setting and Mindset Seminar! We will also have a Q&A with a Special Guest. HOW TO REGISTER Register for the zoom link below!REGISTER HEREGOAL SETTING AND MINDSET SEMINARStudents, get ready for 2025 by setting your goals and cultivating a positive mindset with John, Carmen, and a Special Guest. Topics […]

ZOOM MOVIE CHALLENGE!SUMBISSION DEADLINE EXTENDEDDecember 15thTest your creativity in our first-ever public ZOOM MOVIE CHALLENGE!Be sure to read all the rules listed below!SIGN UP HERE! JDAW is happy to announce our first-ever public ZOOM MOVIE CHALLENGE!In this challenge, actors will write, shoot, and edit a short film shot either partially or entirely on Zoom. The characters don't necessarily need […]