Workshops
One-day workshops are the perfect way to give ASAP a try for the first time or stay plugged in after you graduate from a class.
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Build a new skill without crushing your calendar.
Explore free introductory workshops ranging from three hours to two days across a huge variety of art forms.
Professional artists, local arts organizations, and the occasional celebrity all partner with ASAP to bring you new workshops every month.
Acting Workshop
This acting workshop will introduce you to rehearsal techniques including scene work, character development, voice and movement, and dramatic interpretation. No experience necessary! About the Instructor Scott Russell is an […]
Write That Play!
Playwriting allows writers to tell stories using a unique medium--live performance. But how to work in that form and develop a play? This one-session class reviews the fundamentals of narrative […]
Storytelling Crash Course
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 […]
Painting with Fire Workshop
Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesSet your creativity aflame! Explore color and texture while you learn the basics of encaustic painting and create an abstract scene with colorful melted wax! All materials will be provided. Participants will need to wear long pants and closed-toe shoes—no sandals or shorts. About the Instructors Carolyn Springer is an adjunct professor at IU Indianapolis, […]
Sparks Fly! Welding Workshop
Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesSpark up your creativity and learn the basics of welding! Explore the malleability of metal and all you can build with it by cutting and forming it into free-form ferrous […]
Getting It Down: Words on the Page
San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United StatesFor those who want to write a novel, screenplay, short story—anything at all, the first step is to start writing. This lively and inspiring workshop will show you how to get started. Within the friendly setting of like-experienced writers, you’ll practice the craft of writing through group exercises and spontaneous discussions. You’ll not only learn […]
Creative Puppet Making with Everyday Objects (family workshop)
Wells Theater 108 E. Tazewell St, Norfolk, Virginia, United StatesThis workshop is for children ages 5-12. All participants must be accompanied by a parent. Unleash your creativity and dive into the magical world of puppetry with our "Creative Puppet Making with Everyday Objects" class! Children and guardians will discover how to turn everyday household items into delightful creatures. From socks and spoons to paper […]
Flash Fiction: The Art of Abbreviation
San Diego Writers, Ink 2730 Historic Decatur Road, Room 204, San Diego, CA, United StatesThis form of short fiction is called by many names: sudden, short-short, instant, fast, micro, and postcard, to name just a few. But there's more to the form than word count and in this workshop we'll explore what’s required besides brevity. Participants will learn techniques for creating “fast and furious” fictions (50 words to 1500 […]
Glassblown Flowers
Indianapolis Art Center 820 E 67th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United StatesTry your hand at glassblowing and make a color-infused, solid glass flower! This introductory glass class will teach you the basics of working creatively in the hot shop. All materials will be provided. For safety, participants must have a minimum height of 56 inches to be able to look into the furnace, full vision capabilities, […]