Explore the beauty of the natural world in this landscape painting workshop. Learn the basics of color mixing, brushwork, perspective, and composition as you bring your artwork to life. No experience needed — all skill levels welcome! About the Instructor Dan Cooper is an award-winning visual artist with paintings in private and corporate collections. He […]
Come grab a drink at this ASAP show featuring hilarious military-connected comedians. Admission is free and open to the public.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world where your imagination leads the way? Active Imagination is a low-pressure, high-play workshop designed to gently awaken your creative spirit through […]
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, […]
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 […]
This workshop is designed specifically for those who know they need to be on social media, but need a plan to get started. In this hands-on session, you'll build your […]
Great comedy shows don’t just need funny comedians, they need strong hosts who know how to control the room, connect with audiences, and keep the energy going. This workshop is […]
This workshop is designed to enhance a peaceful yet powerful engagement between your head, heart, and hands. In this workshop we will use simple art making tools to help (re)ignite the innate excitement of your inner observer, the part of you capable of seeing the world with fresh new eyes! This workshop is open to […]
Cameras are everywhere. Whether you're shooting a multi-million dollar movie or having a zoom interview, the basics of camera still apply. Knowing how to navigate them, both in acting and […]
Collect the Moments. Tell the Story with a Postcard Journal. For many of us, life gets measured in places lived, roads traveled, and memories collected along the way. Some are packed in boxes. Some are tucked into drawers. And some still live on old postcards and photographs we just couldn’t throw away. In this creative […]
Stitch, Relax, Create. In this fun, low-pressure workshop, you’ll learn simple embroidery stitches while creating a design that’s uniquely yours. No experience needed, just show up ready to slow down, try something new, and enjoy the process. You’ll learn foundational stitches like running stitch, back stitch, stem stitch, split stitch, French knots, chain stitch, and […]
Looking for laughs? You’re in the right place. Join us at the Jones & Cabacoy Veterans Care Center for some comedy from graduates of ASAP's Comedy Bootcamp® class. Comedy Bootcamp® is a legacy program of the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation and the first-ever stand-up comedy class exclusively for the veteran and military community. This […]
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.
Stay cozy and come to the Heartland Film HQ for a short film program featuring some of our favorite family-friendly short films. After the screening, join Heartland Film staff as they facilitate an art project inspired by the short film, “Troll Girl.” Kids and adults will create their own ‘monsters’ to visualize the challenges faced […]
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. This workshop is […]
Join us at Arts for Lawrence for a graduation showcase featuring scenes developed in our seven-week course led by AEA actor Scott Russell. These performances highlight skills built during the class including scene work, character development, partner work, voice and movement, and dramatic interpretation. Tickets are free, any additional donation will support ASAP’s free art […]
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 […]
Join this beginner-friendly, exploratory and joyful workshop where we'll get our bodies moving through hip hop fundamentals and party dances! No rhythm needed, left feet welcome. Come as you are, connect to the music, and dance it out! About the instructor Lauren DeVera is a Certified Life & Somatic Coach, Positive Psychology Practitioner, Movement and […]
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, […]
Ready to get out on the dance floor but not sure where to start? This is the perfect place. In this fun, beginner-friendly 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn the foundations of both Country Two-Step and Country Swing — two of the most popular and social partner dances around. We’ll break everything down step-by-step so you can […]
Step into the scene with bold choices and unforgettable characters in this high-energy improv workshop focused on character and status. You’ll explore how physicality, voice, and point of view bring characters to life, while learning to play with status; who’s in control, who’s giving it away, and how those shifts create dynamic, hilarious scenes. Through […]
This three-week class meets on Thursdays, July 2, 9, and 16. Ready to build your skills and create something you’ll actually use? This beginner-friendly class gets you comfortable at the sewing machine while you learn the essentials—machine safety, how it works, threading, bobbins, and straight stitching. We'll also cover tools, seam allowance, and simple tips […]
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 seven-week class will meet on Mondays: July 6, 13, 20, 27, and August 3, 10, and 17 with a showcase during week seven. Each class session is 2 hours. […]