This class meets Tuesdays, 6-9 PM, on February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, and 24, with a Graduation showcase on March 31 from 6-9 PM. Join renowned San Diego voice artists Dave Rivas (Star Trek Online, Bendy and the Dark Revival) and Bill Corkery (audio producer for Blizzard, Bethesda, and Konami) for ASAP’s Voice […]
This six-week dance class meets on Fridays, February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 6-8 PM, with a graduation showcase on Friday, April 3 from 6-8:30 PM at the Light Box Theater. Whether you’re brand new to Latin dance or already comfortable on the floor, this six-week progressive course will give you […]
Audition Techniques: Enter with Confidence, Leave with Impact This four-week class will meet on Saturdays, February 21, 28, March 7, and 14 from 10 AM-1 PM. This four-week class gets actors up on their feet and into proven audition practices. It helps actors effectively find pieces that truly reflect who they are and build tools […]
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 […]
This six-week class will meet on Sundays, February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 1-4 PM. 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 […]
Ready to take your comedy to the next level? Join seasoned comedians for this alumni-exclusive workshop designed to help you develop fresh, original material and refine your comedic voice. This interactive session is perfect for those who’ve completed a comedy program and are looking to workshop new jokes in a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Next Level Voice Over is designed for alumni of ASAP’s Introductory Online Voice Over Workshop or anyone with some foundational experience who’s ready to sharpen their skills and step more confidently behind the mic. Led by professional voice artists Dave Rivas and Bill Corkery, this immersive 3-hour online workshop simulates a real studio session — […]
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. This workshop is in partnership with Yellow Ribbon Fund. About the Instructors Originally […]
Discover how fun, alive, and deeply human Shakespeare can be in this playful, hands-on workshop with teaching artist Liz Shipman. Designed for beginners and seasoned performers alike, this class breaks down Shakespeare’s language and imagery into easy, engaging steps that anyone can connect with. Through guided exercises and ensemble play, participants will: Whether you’re new […]
Ready to take your comedy to the next level? Join seasoned comedians for this alumni-exclusive workshop designed to help you develop fresh, original material and refine your comedic voice. This interactive session is perfect for those who’ve completed a comedy program and are looking to workshop new jokes in a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether […]
Writing in the genres of horror, fantasy, and science fiction has its own challenges in comparison to other types of fiction with an added emphasis on elements that fans of these genres pay extra attention to, among them suspension of disbelief, world building, genre tropes, character development, plotting, pacing, structure, and many other other critical […]
This six-week class will meet on March 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, and May 2 from 1-4 PM with a Graduation Show on Saturday, May 16th. 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate the joy of Latin dance and learn a few moves at this showcase, workshop, and social rolled into one! Learn from ASAP dancers that have spent 6 weeks learning the the steps, rhythm, and movement in a Latin dance deep-dive class. This is a free event but please RSVP below. Buy Tickets on Eventbrite […]
This four-week class meets Saturdays, 10 AM-12 PM, on Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18, and 25. We human beings are storytelling animals, and everyone has a story to tell. In fact, each of us has many stories—our lives are made up of events and experiences, families and relationships, and oh! the memories we hold. Memoir […]
Join us for our public staged reading of the inaugural Frontlines of Pride class. Local actors will perform these powerful 10-minute plays, written by local veterans and their family members, on Diversionary Theatre’s Clark Cabaret Stage.
This four-week class meets Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 6:30-8 PM This class is designed to help you connect with your creative spirit using accessible and beginner-friendly art techniques. You'll experience firsthand how art can bridge your inner self and the reality of the world around you. Week 1: Fluid Art - […]
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, […]
This six-week class meets on Mondays, April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, and 18 from 6-8:30 PM, with a graduation showcase on Saturday, May 23 from 6-8:30 PM. Explore the heart of songwriting in a supportive, collaborative space. Led by award-winning performer and teaching artist Tamara Rodriguez, this class takes you from your first […]
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 […]