Programs
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The Photographer’s Eye: An Introduction to Cell Phone Photography
Virtual ProgramThis six-week online class will meet on Thursdays: April 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, and June 4. Nowadays, most people carry a camera in their pocket. Learn how to take better photos using the cell phone you already own in this class focused on photographic composition and visual storytelling. Through guided lessons and practical assignments, […]
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Hand-Printed Postcards
Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center (Christopher Newport University) 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, Virginia, United StatesThis two-week class meets Saturdays, May 2 & 9. Create art you can send in the mail! In this hands-on workshop, artists will explore both relief and intaglio printing techniques using our small-but-mighty printing presses. Design and print your original artwork sized to a standard, mailable 4” x 6” postcard. We'll learn how to carve […]
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Traditional Stories: Folk Tales, Myths, and Legends
Virtual ProgramYou've seen the movies, read the storybooks, and maybe even wanted to be the princess or the one saving her — but that's not all there is to traditional stories. The folktales, fairy tales, myths, and legends that have been passed down from one generation to another in cultures all over the world. There are […]
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Acting
Arts for Lawrence 8920 Otis Ave, Lawrence, Indiana, United StatesThis seven-week class meets on Saturdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, and 20 with a graduation performance on Saturday, June 27. Curtain up, light the lights! In this theater deep-dive, we'll introduce you to rehearsal techniques including scene work, character development, partner work, voice and movement, and dramatic interpretation. Classes will […]
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Bag Weaving
Virtual ProgramThis 4-week virtual class meets on Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, and 26. All materials will be shipped to you before the first class. In this workshop, participants will learn how to create a bag from just yarn and cardboard! The teaching artist will guide the group through weaving a bag, with tips for how […]
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Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show
DC Improv Comedy Club 1140 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesLooking 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 […]
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Storytelling Crash Course
Virtual ProgramStorytelling 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 […]
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Smokin’ & Jokin’ Encinitas
American Legion Post 416 210 W F St, Encinitas, California, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Acrylic Painting
Arts for Lawrence 8920 Otis Ave, Lawrence, Indiana, United StatesDon't know how to paint? No problem! Join us as we create art with acrylics and brushes. We will discuss color blending and other techniques to help create your very own unique piece using acrylic paints. This beginner-friendly workshop is open to all skill levels. Supplies are included.
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Stories of Service: Narrative Shorts & Filmmaker Q&A at the GI Film Festival San Diego
Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art 1649 El Prado, San Diego, California, United States⚠️ Viewer discretion advised: Films include themes of war, trauma, and mature subject matter. Join the us for a special evening at the GI Film Festival San Diego. Registrants will receive a complimentary ticket to attend the Narrative Shorts Block at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park, followed by a live Q&A with […]
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Hand Built Ceramics
UTSA Southwest Campus Handbuilding Studio (McAllister Bldg, Room 100) 300 Augusta Street, San Antonio, Texas, United StatesThis two-week class meets on Sundays, May 9 and May 16 from 1-4 PM. Learn fundamental techniques for handbuilding ceramic forms. Using templates to make and cut clay slabs to shape, construct, and form a bowl or a cup on the first day. The second day, bisque-fired work will be glazed for the final firing […]
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Write Your Hero!
Indianapolis Vet Center 6330 W 71st Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesLooking to unleash the hero of your story, but don't know where to start? This character development workshop will show how to take from your personal experiences and give your characters a life of their own! About the Instructor Derwin Lester II lives in Indianapolis and served in the United States Army, deploying to Iraq […]
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ASAP Alumni Show
VooDoo Brewing 300 Constitution Dr Suite 109, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United StatesLighten up your spirit and your wallet by supporting the military-connected performers in your local community. Hosted by the ASAP Hampton Roads Alumni Board, this show features military-connected performers in our local community. Doors open at 6 PM, the show will begin at 7 PM. Buy Tickets on Eventbrite GET TICKETS var exampleCallback = function() […]
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Paint Graduation Gallery
Art Magic 2399 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, California, United StatesCome celebrate the graduates of ASAP's latest painting class. After four weeks of exploring creativity through different paint mediums, these artists are ready to show off their work. Admission is free, but please RSVP so we can know how many guests to expect. Buy Tickets on Eventbrite RSVP var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); […]
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Operation Improv Comedy
Virtual ProgramThis six-week class will meet on Tuesdays: May 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9, and 16. Ready to think faster, laugh harder, and surprise yourself? This class introduces you to fundamentals for creating effective improv scene work through team-building, trust, speed, status, and agreement—all tools used by professional improvisers. Through interactive exercises, you’ll sharpen your listening, […]
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Foundations of Crochet
Virginia Beach Art Center 532 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Virginia, United StatesThis four-week class meets on Saturdays, May 16, 23, 30, and June 6. Join this class and explore crochet and the modality of making wearable art. It's time to allow your creative voice to shine through the medium of yarn. We will learn beginner stitches: slip knot, chain stitch as well as single crochet. Each […]
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Tango
La Cosecha 1280 4th Street NE, Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesThis two-day class will meet on Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17 from 2-5 PM. Learn about balance, posture, basic musical education and technique for tango movement, while improvising with a partner. We'll cover Tango vocabulary including the tango “walk”, cunitas (rock steps), the follower’s cross, back ochos, basic navigational tools and introductory level […]
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Storytelling Graduation Show
The Loft at UCSD 3151 Matthews Lane, San Diego, California, United StatesWhat do you get when you put military-connected folks in an ASAP class? Some great stories! Join us to celebrate the graduates from ASAP’s Storytelling course. These military-connected folks have spent six weeks learning the ins and outs of crafting and delivering a compelling story from real events. This is a free show but please […]
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Comedy Bootcamp Graduation Show
The Wit Theater Indy 3808 Shelby Street, Suite 1, Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesLooking 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 to […]
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Acting Essentials: What Do You Want?
The Actor's Place 2525 Camino del Rio South, Suite 160, San Diego, California, United StatesA powerful performance starts with a simple question: What does your character want? In this hands-on, 4-hour acting workshop, you’ll explore how identifying objectives and choosing actions can unlock deeply alive and authentic performances. We'll move from guided exercises into script analysis using real scenes — giving both first-time actors and experienced performers a chance […]
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Jim and Jihmye 2nd Sunday Poetry Open Mic
Spacebar Cafe & Wine Bistro 7454 University Avenue, Suite A, La Mesa, CA, United StatesHeld 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, […]
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Next Level Voice Over
Virtual ProgramNext 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 — […]
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Next Level Voice Over
Signature Sound Inc. 5042 Ruffner Street, San Diego, California, United StatesNext 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 — […]
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Introduction to Watercolor Painting
Working Moms of San Antonio 11854 Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, Texas, United StatesIn this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to work with watercolor instead of fearing it (watercolors have an unpredictable reputation). We’ll break down the most essential techniques— controlling water and pigment, blending color, and mastering edges — so your paintings are vibrant and come to life! You’ll learn how small adjustments in water, brushwork, and […]