John reunites with Canada-based teacher Stellina Rusich for a workshop weekend.Once again, we cross international lines as nine American actors will be paired with nine Canadian actors in scene work specially selected for the individual performers. The pairs will work with both John and his colleague in Vancouver, Stellina Rusich, before and during the weekend.The […]
JDAW Teacher Shane Brady (Doctor Sleep, Synchonic, The Endless) teaches in Miami! Join us for a special weekend hosted by The Actory as Shane teaches new workshops for Youth and Adult Talent.Classes for Youth include: "Can We Understand You?”: The Importance of Diction and Articulation, and Voiceover for Superheroes.Classes for Adults include "Can We Understand You?”: The Importance of Diction […]
CAMP HOLLYWOOD 2022 DETAILS We are currently SOLD OUT, however, in the event of a student needing to pull out of the event, we will reach out to those on our waitlist. If you'd like to be on the waitlist, please email info@johndaquino.net.LOCATION: Los AngelesDATES:Part One: July 9th-11th: Virtual Classes and RehearsalsPart Two: July 15th-19th: Filming DaysNOTE: Additional […]
CLEVELAND!ARE YOU READY FOR US? DATES July 28th - 31stLOCATION 1st Team Actor's Studio4954 Great Northern Blvd.North Olmsted, OH 44070*located within the Great Northern MallFor pricing, class descriptions and schedule, CLICK HERE HOW TO REGISTER Create an account at the below button & purchase under "Workshops"REGISTER
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 – from the […]
IMPROV(ages 10-13) – Saturday, 9:00-10:30am 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.
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 the business. Each […]
ON CAMERA CLASS(ages 10-13) – Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00pm 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 […]
VOICE OVER Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00pmAre 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 from […]
ON CAMERA(ages 14 - 20's) – Saturdays, 5:00pm-7:00pm 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 […]