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.
This four-week class meets on Wednesdays, September 17, 24, October 1, and 8. Each session is 2 hours. This class is a beginner's guide to sketch comedy that will take you from a premise to a fully realized sketch. This course will walk you through the elements of a sketch and how to write good sketches; […]
This six-week class will meet on Wednesdays: September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, and 22. Each session is 3 hours. This class is designed exclusively for military spouses. 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 […]
This 6-week class meets on Thursdays: September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, and 23. Each session is 2 hours. Explore the fundamentals of watercolor painting like wet on wet painting, layering, and color mixing in this beginner-friendly class. Watercolor painting also involves some pen and ink drawing to supplement your art. All materials will […]
This four-week class will meet on Thursdays: September 18, 25, October 2, and 9. Each session is 2 hours. 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 […]
This four-week class will meet on Saturdays: September 20, 27, October 4, and 18 (skip 10/11). Each session is 2 hours. In this 4-session class, we’ll dive into crafting the blueprint for your novel. You’ll learn how to build a strong foundation using classic storytelling frameworks, including the Hero’s Journey and Blake Snyder’s Beat Sheet formula. […]
This six-week class will meet on Saturdays, September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, and 25. Each session is 3 hours. Join the ASAP choir for a fun and collaborative experience in vocal music! Singers of all levels come together to explore a wide range of music genres. With the help of a skilled choir […]
Taught by professional theatre artists, this class will introduce you to rehearsal techniques including scene work, character development, voice and movement, and dramatic interpretation. At the end, you’ll get the chance to show off your acting chops in a graduation performance for friends and family. This is a six-week week class and will meet on […]
Have you ever wanted to join a rock band? Come to the ASAP Jam Workshop in partnership with Rock Garage. By the end of this workshop you and your bandmates […]
This two-hour beginner-friendly workshop invites participants to explore the power of songwriting as personal expression. No prior musical experience is required—just a willingness to share and create. Participants will learn the basics of songwriting, including how to shape lyrics, understand simple song structures, and collaborate on melody and rhythm. Through guided prompts and group discussion, […]
Storytelling Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop that will teach you how to identify, develop, and deliver the most compelling stories from your life. We teach a style of storytelling that pulls from your own experiences and can be used to improve your conversationalism, public speaking skills, and even memory retention. About the Instructors […]
In this three-hour introductory workshop, you will learn how to identify, develop, and deliver the most compelling stories from your life. We teach a style of storytelling that pulls from your own experiences and can be used to improve your conversationalism, public speaking skills, and even memory retention. ASAP welcomes military survivors in this exclusive […]
This three-week class will meet on Tuesdays: September 23, 30, and October 7. Each session is 2 hours. This interactive 3-session class equips participants with the tools and confidence to share their stories, advocate for causes, and excel in professional and personal communication. Designed specifically for individuals with military associated backgrounds, the class focuses on […]
Learn the basic building blocks of improv comedy in this 2-hour workshop. Improv can help you become more spontaneous, less self-conscious, and have fun. We'll play short form, quick-fire improv games in a supportive environment. About the Instructor Philip Jacobson is a professional Film and Stage Actor, Acting Coach, Improv Instructor, Filmmaker, and Improv Comedian. […]
Behind every transition from military to civilian life is a network of strong, silent forces — caregivers, spouses, siblings, and children who ride the rollercoaster right alongside their loved ones. This virtual crash course is for you. In just two hours, you’ll learn the basics of compelling storytelling — how to shape a personal moment […]
This webinar is for those who have published at least one book and would like to build a career being an author. A passion for the written world is not the only thing necessary for a successful author career, navigating today’s publishing landscape requires authors to also be entrepreneurs. Regardless of your publishing path, whether […]
Learn to be Effortlessly Funny Onstage. Delivery, word choice, and myriad other elements can make your audience laugh — but perhaps the most important factor is authenticity. Even if you’ve […]
This six-week class will meet on Sundays: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, and November 2. Each session is 3 hours. Learn the basics of standup comedy 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 […]
This six-week class will meet on Tuesdays: September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov 4. Each session is 3 hours. In this class, you’ll transform your real-life experiences into relatable, compelling stories in a fun, supportive environment. Instructors will use interactive exercises to help you discover your life’s stories, develop a narrative structure, infuse engaging […]
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 […]
This 6-week class meets on Thursdays: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and November 6. Each session is 1.5 hours. No Previous Drawing Experience is required. In this class you will explore different styles of drawing. You will learn about contours, gestures, light and shadow and many ways to draw what is in front of […]
This 2-session workshop meets on Saturdays October 4th and 18th from 10 AM - 12 PM and is produced in collaboration with the Virginia Beach Art Center. October 4th, 10am – 12pm (2 hour session) Our first session begins with a brief talk from our master potter, explaining the basic principles of the wheel experience: […]
Join us at Indiana Dunes National Park for a hike and painting workshop featuring breath-taking natural views formed by ancient glaciers. This event is produced in partnership with our friends […]
In this two-week workshop, Master Acting Teacher Lisa Berger will guide you through the essential building blocks of acting in a scene. You’ll explore performance tools like the "what if" objective, actions, and relationships—all through the lens of an open-ended scene. Day One (October 4) focuses on rehearsal techniques and building your scene work. You’ll […]
