Sketch in Balboa Park

Balboa Park San Diego, California, United States

The class will consist of a basic tutorial on urban sketching of architecture, people and nature, focusing on quick sketches and shading to capture the essence of the location and subject, along with a description of the drawing. Similar to keeping a travel sketch journal. The class will take place outdoors at several locations within […]

Comedy Crash Course for Military Spouses

Virtual Program Virtual Program

Offered exclusively for military spouses. 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 is a 3 hour workshop.  About the […]

Free

Armed with the Arts

Capital Turnaround 700 M St SE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

ASAP’s biggest performance of the year will pass the mic to military-connected storytellers, comedians, musicians, and artists. Peruse our pop-up gallery and watch a live graffiti artist, then take your seat and enjoy the show. You’ll learn about ASAP’s mission through the art produced by our community. In nine years, ASAP has served over 3,500 […]

$50 – $200

Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show

Virtual Program Virtual Program

Looking for laughs? You're in the right place. These military veterans 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 to support […]

$5

Spoken Word Workshop

San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United States

SPOKEN TRUTHS: "Your voice is not a commodity. It is a necessity." Have you ever wanted to express your true self in the most unfiltered form? Come learn to construct your best verbal expression through performance poetry, storytelling and professional speaking with the spoken truths workshop. Many speak to hear themselves talk. Come and learn […]

$5

Improv Taster

Project Create Arts Center 2208 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Learn the fundamentals of unscripted, spontaneous improv comedy in this introductory workshop. Speak more confidently and overcome shyness, unlock your creativity, sharpen your mind, meet new friends and have fun all at the same time. Improv training is great for advancing your professional, personal or artistic skills. The core components of improv, character, teamwork, listening […]

Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show

DC Improv 1140 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Looking for laughs? You're in the right place. These military veterans 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 to support […]

$10

Creative Writing Graduation Show

The Garden Alexandria 5380 Eisenhower Avenue, Suite C, Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Step into the worlds of these ASAP Creative Writing graduates. This group of military-connected writers has spent the last six weeks sharpening their writing skills through exercises, collaboration, and rigorous practice, all to create amazing work straight from their imagination. Join us at this performance to support the latest class of ASAP's Creative Writing grads. […]

$5

Storytelling Crash Course

Hampton Roads Workforce Council Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC) 600 Thimble Shoals Blvd Suite 210, Newport News, Virginia, United States

Storytelling Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the craft of storytelling for performance. Expert instructors guide you as you reflect on personal experiences, identify stories, and learn about narrative structure alongside other military community members. You’ll develop your stories through personal reflection and small group feedback. No experience necessary! About the Instructors Debbie […]

Acting Graduation Show

Virtual Program Virtual Program

Lights, camera... action! Join us to celebrate the graduation of the ASAP acting class. Leading up to this performance, acting graduates have spent six weeks practicing scene work, character development, voice and movement, and dramatic interpretation. Their showcase will consist of scenes demonstrating the progress they have made as performers. Tickets are $5. Proceeds support […]

$5

Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show

Push Comedy Theater 763 Granby St, Norfolk, VA, United States

Looking for laughs? You're in the right place. These military veterans 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 to support […]

$10

Storytelling Bootcamp Graduation Show

Virtual Program Virtual Program

Storytelling is one of the oldest forms of art. Come to ASAP’s Storytelling Graduation Show to witness the time honored tradition! Graduates from ASAP’s Storytelling Bootcamp have spent six weeks sharpening their writing skills through exercises, collaboration, and rigorous practice. Come see them take to the stage and share their work for the first time. […]

$5

Women’s Storytelling Bootcamp Graduation Show

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Celebrate the resilience and strength of women veterans, service members, and military spouses at the Women's Storytelling Bootcamp Graduation Show. After six weeks of honing their narrative skills, these women are now ready to share their powerful stories. Join us at this performance to show your support for the latest class of ASAP's Storytelling graduates. […]

$5

Fall Graduation Showcase

Virginia MOCA 2200 Parks Avenue, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Featuring Improv Comedy, Storytelling, Painting, Writing, and Acting! Come and support these talented veteran and military-connected performers as they make their debut on the grand stage. Whether performing scripted scenes, improvising hilarious situations, or delivering a compelling story from real events, these graduates will move you. Get your tickets and join in on the fun— […]

$5

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