Armed with the Arts

Join us for an extraordinary evening.

Featuring comedy, storytelling, visual art, and live music by military-connected artists.

Join us for an extraordinary evening.

Featuring comedy, storytelling, visual art, and live music by military-connected artists.

Join us for an extraordinary evening.

Featuring comedy, storytelling, visual art, and live music by military-connected artists.

Celebrate the talent of the military community and the impact of the arts.

Wednesday, October 25

6pm pop-up art gallery reception (Premier ticket holders)
7:30pm performance

Capital Turnaround
700 M St SE, Washington, DC 20003

ASAP’s biggest performance of the year will pass the mic to military-connected storytellers, comedians, musicians, and artists. Peruse our pop-up gallery and watch a live graffiti artist, then take your seat and enjoy the show. You’ll learn about ASAP’s mission through the art produced by our community.

In nine years, ASAP has served over 3,500 veterans. But thousands more have applied to our classes — and we don’t yet have the funding to serve them. By supporting Armed with the Arts, you’ll tackle ASAP’s waitlist and give more veterans a chance to take these life-changing classes. We hope you’ll join us.

Special Thanks to Our Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the dress code?

We recommend you dress as if you’re going out to a comedy show rather than a gala — wear what makes you most comfortable! If you’d prefer a dress code, though, business casual is a good guide.

What food and drink will be available?

During the reception, our Premier guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar with beer, wine, and a signature cocktail. We recommend grabbing dinner before or after the show.

Is the venue accessible?

Capital Turnaround features ramps that allow wheelchair access and has ADA restrooms.

Are there any age restrictions?

We welcome guests 18+ at Armed with the Arts. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Klinger.

About ASAP

ASAP provides free art and comedy classes to veterans, service members, military family members, and caregivers across the country. But we’re much more than a classroom — we’re an inclusive, thriving community. Peer-reviewed research demonstrates ASAP graduates experience significant, lasting improvements in resilience, belonging, self-esteem, and integration of self. We have been featured by CNN, ABC, NBC, PBS, NPR, The Washington Post, POLITICO, and Forbes.