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 […]
Learn the fundamentals of unscripted, spontaneous improv comedy in this introductory workshop. Speak more confidently and overcome shyness, unlock your creativity, sharpen your mind, meet new friends and have fun all at the same time. Improv training is great for advancing your professional, personal or artistic skills. The core components of improv, character, teamwork, listening […]
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 […]
Step into the worlds of these ASAP Creative Writing graduates. This group of military-connected writers has spent the last six weeks sharpening their writing skills through exercises, collaboration, and rigorous practice, all to create amazing work straight from their imagination. Join us at this performance to support the latest class of ASAP's Creative Writing grads. […]
Celebrate the resilience and strength of women veterans, service members, and military spouses at the Women's Storytelling Bootcamp Graduation Show. After six weeks of honing their narrative skills, these women are now ready to share their powerful stories. Join us at this performance to show your support for the latest class of ASAP's Storytelling graduates. […]
Join some of DC's funniest people at this veteran-friendly Open Mic! Smokin' & Jokin' is a monthly mic on the first Monday of the month! Sign up in advance on this google form. This mic is run by veterans and we have a preference for military and military family performers, but we reserve a few […]
Are you interested in learning about quilting or just looking for a fun, DIY decor project? Join us to make mini quilts! In this three-hour, no experience-required workshop, you'll learn how to design, structure, and finish a small quilt. We will also discuss various techniques and introduce you to a local quilting guild. You do […]
Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) is excited to launch a 2024 anthology with publisher Unleash Creatives. We seek authentic, compelling, and polished short stories, creative nonfiction, humor, poetry, photography, and visual art. Theme: Partnerships, The Untold Stories Partners are an integral aspect of military life, at home and afar, during deployment and after homecoming. Partnerships […]
This workshop will provide basic playwriting nuts and bolts instruction with substantial writing exercises to get participants started on writing a 10-minute play. Participants will be invited to a 2nd session in June, 2024 to prepare their plays for submission to a military-themed playwriting competition. About the instructor Stephanie Kline is an ASAP Comedy Bootcamp […]
In this six-week class, you’ll transform your real-life experiences into relatable, compelling stories in a fun, supportive environment. Instructors will use interactive exercises to discover your life’s stories, develop a narrative structure, infuse engaging details, then polish your performance. This class is for women veterans, military spouses, family members, and caregivers. Your six-week class meets […]
Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week class taught by professional comics. The class ends with a graduation show where you’ll deliver a five-minute comedy set to a public audience. Our 600+ graduates have gone on to perform on some of the world’s biggest stages, including Warner Theater, Gotham Comedy Club, and The […]
In this seven-week class, participants will learn the fundamentals of playwriting to write and produce a short play. We will utilize writing prompts to get the creative juices flowing, though students are free to explore any subject. Through peer-feedback and instructor guidance, each participant will have a final product to perform for friends and family. […]
Approaching Shakespeare! Ready to take your first steps of Shakespeare? Through a combination of text analysis and performance, participants will gain a working knowledge of Shakespeare’s plays and language – verse, prose, meter, character, and intent – a foundation that can then be applied towards continuing appreciation of study. This six-week class will meet on […]
Master the fundamentals of unscripted, spontaneous improv comedy in this eight-week class. Speak more confidently and overcome shyness, unlock your creativity, sharpen your mind, meet new friends and have fun all at the same time. Improv training is great for advancing your professional, personal or artistic skills. The core components of improv, character, teamwork, listening […]
Dive into the world of drawing as a means of self-expression and mindfulness. This engaging three-week class encourages creative exploration through diverse drawing techniques, fostering a unique blend of relaxation and artistic discovery. Discover the intersection of art and well-being in this immersive workshop, designed to inspire and add a renewed sense of balance to […]
ASAP alumni are performing at the beloved Dog Tag Bakery! Get your tickets and support the talented members of our community. Interested in performing? Sign up here. We welcome performances of all art forms. Note from the venue: Dog Tag Bakery is a nut-free facility and does not allow any nuts (including tree nuts) inside.
Learn the fundamentals of solo and ensemble performance in this introductory vocal workshop. This will be a fun, supportive, and harmonious space for participants of any skill level—no prior experience required. Join us as we explore the art of voice. About the instructor Victor Hurtado is an Army veteran, music producer, writer and artistic director […]
