Mixed Media Abstraction Workshop

MOCA Arlington 3550 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, United States

This is a two-day workshop that takes place on Saturday, April 5, and Saturday, April 12. Each session is 3 hours.Join us for an immersive workshop dedicated to the world of mixed-media abstraction and collage. This hands-on workshop will guide participants through the essential principles of composition design, empowering you to create a visually striking […]

The Most Epic Writing Class Ever!

Intelligent Office Alexandria 2800 Eisenhower Ave, Suite 220, Alexandria, Virginia, United States

This six-week class will meet on Tuesdays: April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, and 13. Each session is 3 hours.In this six-week class you are afforded the opportunity to develop writing skills about everyday, sometimes obscure, things you see, feel, hear, touch and employ them as catalysts for inspiration. This class is designed considering […]

Introduction to Devised Theater

Arena Stage 1101 6th Street Southwest, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

This seven-week class is on Wednesdays: April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, and 21. Each session is 2 hours. The last class includes a performance for friends and family.In this dynamic class, come together to create original theater pieces from scratch! Through fun, collaborative exercises, artists will explore their own stories and ideas, […]

The War and Treaty Meet & Greet

Busboys and Poets 2021 14th Street NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Join us for an intimate meet and greet with Michael and Tanya Trotter of the Grammy-nominated duo The War and Treaty. Known for their soaring vocals, magnetic stage presence, and deeply soulful sound, Michael and Tanya are also a proud military couple — Michael is an Army veteran whose service inspires much of their music. […]

Introduction to Cell Phone Photography

Martha Washington Library 6614 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, Virginia, United States

In this free 3-hour workshop, you will learn the basics of photographic composition (lines, levels, and layers) to create compelling photographs with your cellphone!About the InstructorAbe Mousavi is a Marine veteran and full-time professional photographer, filmmaker, and comedian. He is a credited film director and his photographic work has been featured internationally. He discovered photography […]

Painted Flower Pot Workshop

UMD Stamp Student Union 3972 Campus Drive, College Park, Maryland, United States

This is a 2-hour workshop and will be held in Studio A at the University of Maryland Stamp Student Union.In this hands-on workshop, you’ll transform a plain flower pot into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Play with color, experiment with designs, and let your creativity bloom—no green thumb required. Just bring yourself; we’ve got the pots, paint, and […]

Moving Stories – Workshop and Performance

Festival Center 1640 Columbia Road NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

This three-day workshop meets on April 29, 30, and May 1 from 6:30-8:00 PM. This workshop culminates in a performance on Friday, May 2 at Constitution Hall. Call time is 3 PM, Dress Rehearsal is 4-6 PM, Performance is 7-9 PM.Join Exit12 Dance Company for a dynamic movement workshop series leading to a live performance […]

Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show

DC Improv Comedy Club 1140 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Looking for laughs? You're in the right place.These military veterans 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 […]

$10

Storytelling Bootcamp Graduation Show

Ebenezers Coffeehouse 201 F Street NE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

What do you get when you put military-connected folks in an ASAP class? Some great stories!Join us to celebrate the amazing graduates from ASAP’s Storytelling course. These military-connected folks have spent six weeks learning the ins and outs of crafting and delivering a compelling story from real events. var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); […]

$5

Tango Workshop

La Cosecha 1280 4th Street NE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

This is a 2-day workshop that meets on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18. Each session is 3 hours.In just one weekend, dive in and get immersed in tango. You will learn about balance, posture, basic musical education and technique for tango movement, while improvising with a partner. Beginners welcome, you are not expected […]

Creative Writing Graduation Show

The Garden Alexandria 5380 Eisenhower Avenue, Suite C, Alexandria, Virginia, United States

The writers from ASAP’s Creative Writing class have been busy — 6 weeks of digging deep, building skills, and swapping ideas. Now, they’re ready to share their work.At this show, you’ll experience original pieces from military-connected writers, brought to life through a creative mix of words and multimedia.Come cheer them on, soak up the stories, […]

$5

Announcement of Summer Classes

Mark your calendars! ASAP's summer session full of fresh classes kicks off in July. Stay tuned—we'll be announcing these classes in early June.Want first dibs? Sign up for our email list and get the full class lineup delivered straight to your inbox as soon as it drops.Can't wait until June? Here's a sneak peak into […]

Art in the Park: Photography and Painting at Shenandoah National Park

Big Meadows Amphitheater GHJ6+F5, Mauck, VA, United States

Connect with nature through photography and watercolor painting in Shenandoah National Park. This program is produced in partnership with National Park Trust.Join us on Saturday, June 14, at Big Meadows Amphitheater to explore nature through two art workshops: Wildlife Photography and Sketch & Watercolors—all in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. This program includes a […]

Improv Comedy Graduation Show

Join the audience for a hilarious show of spontaneous improv comedy. Using suggestions from the audience, the performers develop and perform wacky scenes in real time. This show is free and open to the public and will include ASAP's graduating improv troupe as well as others from Washington Improv Theater (WIT). The show will be […]

Free

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, storytelling, spoken word, and more. Admission is free and open to the public.Interested in performing? Sign up here.

Free