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 veteran and military family performers, but we welcome non-military affiliated comics as well. Interested in performing? Sign up here. All are welcome at this event […]
Step into a world of delightful distortion and curious proportions in this whimsical art workshop. Participants will explore the imaginative realm of scale through the playful technique of blind contour drawing, (drawing while looking at the object, but not at the paper) creating expressive and unexpected outlines of figures and objects from the story—think tiny […]
Held every 2nd Sunday, this Poetry & Music Open Mic honors the legacy of Army Veteran Jihmye Collins and Vietnam Veteran Jim Hornsby Moreno, continuing the brave, supportive community they built through creative expression. As Jim Moreno said, “Push Back, Use Your Voice; One voice can change a room, change a city, change a state, […]
We all have stories to tell, but the hardest part is usually figuring out where to begin. Join us to develop a story that makes sense, entertains, and connects with your audience. Whether you arrive with a fully formed outline, half a scene, or a distant memory of a conversation, we'll show you a solid […]
Ready to think faster, laugh harder, and surprise yourself? In this Intro to Improv Workshop, you’ll jump into the core skills of improv comedy, agreement, acceptance, and fearless collaboration. Through dynamic games and group exercises, you’ll learn how to create scenes on the spot, trust your instincts, and have a ridiculous amount of fun doing […]
At 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 monthly mic meets at Spacebar Cafe every 4th Thursday of the month. Sign up here. *ASAP Content Guidelines are PG-13: no political, racist, sexist, or […]
Slow down, breathe deep, and join us for a soothing workshop focused on the calming art of candle making. In this session, we’ll work with pure, natural beeswax to create beautiful candles that bring a warm, gentle glow to your home. The Experience:This isn’t just a craft class—it’s a moment of mindfulness. We’ll focus on […]
This two-part class meets on Saturdays, October 24 and November 7, and is open only to participants who have completed the Start Your Story Workshop or Storytelling Bootcamp. Take your personal storytelling to the next level through immersive scene building, narrative tension, and advanced character development. You’ll explore how real-life people can become complex, compelling […]
Got 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 supportive group setting. Whether you’re building toward a performance or just want help figuring out what’s working, this is a space to refine your material, […]
In this introductory acting workshop rooted in the Meisner technique, participants will explore one of the most important tools an actor has: the moment just before entering a scene. Through individual exercises and group activities, participants will practice using emotional point of view to shape how they enter a scene, connect with others, and bring […]
Come learn the basics to get started knitting. We will cover cast on, knit stitch, cast off, and minor problem-solving in this beginner basics class. Over 2 hours, you will learn to knit a bookmark. All materials are provided, however, if you’re interested in bringing your own needles, we recommend Size 6 – 9 knitting […]
We’re going to open the doors to fiction and look inside to see how stories are built. In this fast-paced three-hour workshop, we’ll examine each of these elements—character, setting, plot, theme, point of view, and style—and discuss how they work together to create a compelling story. This will be the foundation from which you’ll create […]
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 veteran and military family performers, but we welcome non-military affiliated comics as well. Interested in performing? Sign up here. All are welcome at this event […]
In this first beginner sewing class students will learn how to thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, sew a straight stitch and pivot a corner. We will construct a pillow case together. You will also learn some very basic info about fabrics. If time allows for each student you will also learn how to […]
Join ASAP San Diego for a powerful evening of original spoken word poetry performed by members of the military-connected community. This graduation show celebrates the voices, stories, and creative work of participants from our six-week Spoken Word Poetry class, led by award-winning actor, educator, and performer Mike Sears. Each performer will share an original piece […]
Held every 2nd Sunday, this Poetry & Music Open Mic honors the legacy of Army Veteran Jihmye Collins and Vietnam Veteran Jim Hornsby Moreno, continuing the brave, supportive community they built through creative expression. As Jim Moreno said, “Push Back, Use Your Voice; One voice can change a room, change a city, change a state, […]
Join Cuts DJ Academy and ASAP for a graduation showcase celebrating veterans and military-connected participants who completed Cuts DJ Academy’s eight-week DJ Course, fully funded by ASAP. Led by DJ Symphony, participants spent eight weeks building foundational DJ skills, including gear setup, music structure, blending, timing, transitions, EQ, filters, basic effects, beat-making fundamentals, and performance […]
Join us at Joshua Tree National Park for a hike and art workshop where two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, meet. This event is produced in partnership with our friends from the National Park Trust. Known for it's biodiversity and dark night skies, Joshua Tree was designated as a National Monument in […]
Open to English and Spanish speakers alike! No partner or dance experience needed. This multi-level friendly workshop introduces participants to the basics of salsa and bachata, including musical awareness, foundational footwork and patterns, simple partnerwork, and social dance etiquette. Participants will also learn what to expect in social dance spaces and practice exercises that build […]
No dance experience needed. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces participants to body movement and awareness through bellydance aka "Raqs Sharqi". The class will focus on rhythm, posture, coordination, isolations, fluidity, and confidence. Participants will explore accessible movements for the hips, torso, arms, and upper body while building body and spatial awareness in a supportive environment. This […]
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 […]
Got 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 supportive group setting. Whether you’re building toward a performance or just want help figuring out what’s working, this is a space to refine your material, […]