Drawing is a fundamental artistic skill. Most great works of art begin with a simple sketch. This six-week course will cover the fundamentals of drawing including value, line, positive and negative space, observation, selection, perspective and composition. A variety of subject matter is explored using pencil, charcoal, brush & ink plus other drawing materials. Students […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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. The class culminates in a graduation show for friends, family, and the ASAP community. The first […]
Creative Writing Rebels aren’t afraid to say what they need to say. Maybe this is you, or maybe you’re still working up to rebel status. Either way, the world needs your ideas and stories. This six-week class aims to generate material through prompts, exercises, and a whole lot of encouragement. Classes will be built with […]
Finding your writing voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this six-week class, you’ll write–in the moment–to cues and prompts and then share your work in a supportive environment.You can […]
Is there a moment or series of moments in time that you’d like to bring to life on the page? In this exploratory class, we will tap into our personal histories listening closely to ourselves and asking what stories are ready to be unearthed. We’ll look at the craft of memoir as a whole, and […]
Taught by professional theatre artists, this six-week 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. The first session of this class is Tuesday, March […]
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 […]
Happy Hour Prices! Tacos! Margaritas! We hope to see you at Paraiso Taqueria for an open mic featuring the talented members of the military community. Your host for the evening is the hilarious PT Bratton, an Air Force veteran and host of the Clean Comedy Matters podcast. Featuring ASAP alumni and instructors, this show will […]
Our Indianapolis community is growing! Alumni of ASAP's Comedy Bootcamp are hitting the stage again, calling themselves Flash Bang Comedy. These hilarious veterans and military family members are ready to make you laugh your ASAP off! Your host for the evening will be the very funny Chris Cline, Marine veteran and Comedy Bootcamp instructor. Come out to see Chris and other military-affiliated comedians slinging jokes.
Comedians have five minutes to present new material they're working on, followed by a short feedback session with ASAP comedy instructors. For ASAP Comedy Bootcamp Grads. About the Instructors Noah Miller is a comedian and writer based in NYC. After a career of working on boats and flying helicopters for the Coast Guard, he made […]
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 six-week class you are afforded the opportunity to develop writing skills about everyday, sometimes obscure, things you see, feel, hear, touch and employ them as catalysts for inspiration. This class is designed considering your individual experiences, and as a group we will submerge ourselves in how others partake in different artistic styles. We […]
Taught by professional theatre artists, this six-week 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. The first session of this class is Wednesday, March […]
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. The class culminates in a graduation show for friends, family, and the ASAP community. The first […]
Taking an Improv class is a great way to become more spontaneous, less self-conscious, and have fun. You can expect to improve your acting, public speaking or social skills. Get out of your comfort zone by playing short form, quick-fire Improv games, in a supportive, free-wheeling environment. About the Instructor Philip Jacobson is a professional […]
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. About the Instructor Noah Miller is a comedian and writer based in NYC. […]
In this six-week class you will learn to SEE better and explore different ways of drawing. You will learn about contours, gestures, light and shadow and many ways to draw what you see. All materials will be shipped to you before the first class. The first session of this class is Saturday, April 15 from […]
Shakespeare doesn't have to be scary! Join actress and teaching artist Bethany Mayo in learning a quick and easy way to break down and perform a monologue! Don't worry about being an expert-- you'll learn everything you need to get you speaking Shakespeare on your feet in this 90-minute session. All you need is your […]
In this workshop, participants will learn how to prepare a loom using simple materials that you can find at home. The teaching artist will guide the group through making jewelry such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings. We will weave to relax, to express ourselves, to find community, and with the philosophy that there is […]
Introduction to Acting engages students in the art and craft of acting at an introductory level through focus on concentration, imagination, and the actor’s physical and vocal response. Through actor exercises, theatre games, improvisation, and open scene work, students will gain an appreciation for the working habits of actors and how they approach rehearsal and […]
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. […]
