Comedy wouldn’t be the same without Bob Hope.
His signature timing, quick-fire punchlines, audience-specific material, clever wordplay, and knack for turning headlines into humor set the standard for what we expect from comedians today.
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Bob Hope rose to the top of every medium he touched: headliner in Vaudeville, Broadway star, radio icon, movie idol and superstar on television.
He would have been hilarious on TikTok.Â
Seven months before the attack on Pearl Harbor, Bob Hope performed for an audience made up entirely of U.S. soldiers — unknowingly kickstarting a four-year USO tour covering 80,000 miles.
The directive? Boost morale.
In 1997, Congress unanimously made Hope an Honorary Veteran, the first ever so honored.
ASAP’s Comedy Bootcamp® honors Bob Hope’s legacy of using laughter to lift up American service members.
Explore classes below.
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Smokin’ & Jokin’ Encinitas
American Legion Post 416 210 W F St, Encinitas, California, United StatesJoin some of San Diego’s funniest people at this military-friendly Open Mic! This show features ASAP Alumni, military-connected comedians, and local talent. This open mic is run by veterans and […]
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Introduction to Writing Sketch Comedy
Virtual ProgramThis six-week class will meet on Tuesdays: July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, and 18. Unleash your inner SNL writer by learning the basics of writing sketch comedy in a […]
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Comedy Bootcamp®
Virtual ProgramThis six-week class will meet on Thursdays: July 16, 23, 30 August 6, 13, and 20. Each session is 3 hours. Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week […]
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Joke Feedback Session
Virtual ProgramGot five minutes of material? Bring it in. This workshop is designed for comedians who want to strengthen existing jokes, try out new ideas, and get constructive feedback in a […]
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Comedy Crash Course
Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic 8885 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite #301, San Diego, CA, United StatesComedy Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the art of stand-up comedy. Professional comics teach you how to uncover humor in your personal experiences. You’ll learn the basics […]
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At Ease: Comedy Open Mic
Spacebar Cafe & Wine Bistro 7454 University Avenue, Suite A, La Mesa, California, United StatesAt ease, this is just an open mic. Join us for this comedy mic where military and civilians meet. No Cover, No Minimum. Food and drinks available for purchase. This […]
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The Business of Comedy: Getting Booked and Networking
Virtual ProgramAre you an aspiring and emerging comedians who wants to navigate the business side of comedy with confidence? Well do we have the event for you. Learn how to book […]
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Joke Feedback Session
San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United StatesGot five minutes of material? Bring it in. This workshop is designed for comedians who want to strengthen existing jokes, try out new ideas, and get constructive feedback in a […]
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Smokin' & Jokin' Encinitas
American Legion Post 416 210 W F St, Encinitas, California, United StatesJoin some of San Diego’s funniest people at this military-friendly Open Mic! This show features ASAP Alumni, military-connected comedians, and local talent. This open mic is run by veterans and […]
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Comedy Crash Course
Sojourn Fermentory 1400 Bridgeport Way, Suite 103, Suffolk, Virginia, United StatesComedy Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the art of stand-up comedy. Professional comics teach you how to uncover humor in your personal experiences. You’ll learn the basics […]
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Introduction to Editorial Writing
Virtual ProgramDo you want to get your thoughts out there about issues that matter to you? This workshop will introduce the art of the editorial (Op-Ed), a powerful form of public […]
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Joke Feedback Session
San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United StatesGot five minutes of material? Bring it in. This workshop is designed for comedians who want to strengthen existing jokes, try out new ideas, and get constructive feedback in a […]
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At Ease: Comedy Open Mic
Spacebar Cafe & Wine Bistro 7454 University Avenue, Suite A, La Mesa, California, United StatesAt ease, this is just an open mic. Join us for this comedy mic where military and civilians meet. No Cover, No Minimum. Food and drinks available for purchase. This […]
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Comedy Crash Course
The Riot Riverwalk 606 North Presa Street, STE LL 101, San Antonio, Texas, United StatesComedy Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the art of stand-up comedy. Professional comics teach you how to uncover humor in your personal experiences. You’ll learn the basics […]
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Comedy Bootcamp®
This six-week class will meet on Saturdays: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17 and 24 (skipping October 10) with a graduation show on Saturday, October 31. Learn the basics […]
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Comedy Bootcamp®
The Wit Theater Indy 3808 Shelby Street, Suite 1, Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesThis six-week class will meet on Sundays: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, and 18 with a graduation show on October 24. Learn the basics of standup comedy taught […]
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Comedy Bootcamp®
Charles Houston Recreation Center 901 Wythe Street, Alexandria, Virginia, United StatesThis six-week class will meet on Sundays: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, and 18 with a graduation show on Tuesday, October 20th. Learn the basics of standup comedy […]
Michael Carrasquillo
Army Veteran, Comedy Bootcamp Alum