The jokes don’t write themselves.

ASAP’s Comedy Bootcamp™ is the first-ever stand-up comedy class designed exclusively for the military community.

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Comedy Bootcamp

Virtual Program

This six-week class will meet on Tuesdays: July 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, and 19. Each session is 3 hours.Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week class taught by professional comics. Participants will be expected to write between sessions to be prepared for collaborative exercises during the class. The class ends with […]

Sketch Comedy Workshop

Unleash your inner SNL writer by learning the basics of writing sketch comedy in a fun and supportive environment. You’ll walk away with an understanding of common sketch formats, a […]

Smokin’ & Jokin’ Open Mic

American Legion Post 416 210 W F St, Encinitas, California, United States

Join 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 prioritizes […]

Free

Comedy Crash Course

Virtual Program

Comedy 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 of structuring jokes, comedy writing, and stand-up techniques in an interactive environment.About the InstructorsTina Rae Kantiano is a stand-up comedy instructor with ASAP who empowers […]

Smokin’ & Jokin’ Pacific Beach

The Collective 1261 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, California, United States

Join 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 prioritizes […]

Free

Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show

Virtual Program

Looking for laughs? You’re in the right place.These military-connected comedians have spent six weeks learning the ins and outs of stand-up comedy, and now they’re ready to make you laugh your ASAP off.ASAP’s Comedy Bootcamp is the first-ever stand-up comedy class exclusively for the veteran and military community.Join us at this performance to support the latest class […]

$5

ASAP Open Mic

Busboys & Poets 450 K Street NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Come grab a drink or a bite to eat while supporting hilarious and insightful military-connected performers at this open mic. The show is open to all art forms — comedy, […]

Free

Smokin’ & Jokin’ Encinitas

American Legion Post 416 210 W F St, Encinitas, California, United States

Join 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 prioritizes […]

Free

Comedy Bootcamp

San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United States

This six-week class will meet on Sundays, September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, and 12. Each session is 3 hours.Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week class […]

Smokin’ & Jokin’ Pacific Beach

The Collective 1261 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, California, United States

Join 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 prioritizes […]

Free

Comedy Bootcamp

This six-week class will meet on Sundays: September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 17, and 26 (skip 10/12). Each session is 3 hours.Learn the basics of standup comedy in this […]

ASAP Open Mic

VooDoo Brewing 300 Constitution Dr Suite 109, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Come grab a drink or a bite to eat while supporting hilarious and insightful military-connected performers at this open mic. The show is open to all art forms — comedy, […]

Free
It changed how I dealt with my stress and frustration. Instead of internalizing my frustration, I was able to put it on paper, take control of my experience, turn a negative to a positive, and bring joy to others.

Michael Carrasquillo
Army Veteran, Comedy Bootcamp Alum

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