Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?
We've rounded up three artsy events coming up around Baltimore that will scratch your cultural itch, from a Shakespearean drama to an improv comedy festival.
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Catch Shakespeare's rarely performed thriller 'King John'
For the first time in Baltimore since 1781, The Baltimore Shakespeare Factory is set to perform Shakespeare's rarely performed thriller "King John." Shakespeare fanatics won't want to miss the historical drama, running Friday through Sunday throughout the next three weekends.
When: Friday, August 3 – Sunday, August 11; various times
Where: The Baltimore Shakespeare Factory, 3900 Roland Ave.
Price: $24
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Get disillusioned at Illusions Magic Bar and Lounge
Catch a mind-boggling magic show at Illusions Magic Bar and Lounge — the brainchild of world-renowned escape artist and comedy magician Spencer Horsman and his late father, Ken Horsman, a former Ringling Bros. Circus clown and showbiz veteran.
You'll sip fine spirits while Horsman and a variety of visiting magicians and escape artists show off their illusions. Even better: The venue is currently offering 25 percent off general admission now through August 11.
When: Fridays and Saturdays, 9 p.m.
Where: Illusions Magic Bar and Lounge, 1025 S. Charles St.
Price: $30-$60 (regularly $40-$80)
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Laugh uncontrollably at the Baltimore Improv Festival
The 12th annual Baltimore Improv Festival is underway at The BIG Theater, , the new home of Baltimore Improv Group. This year's festival features improv teams from New York City, Washington, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Dallas and beyond, and $25 gets you an all-access pass to Saturday's shows.
When: Saturday, August 4,
Where: The BIG Theater, 1727 N. Charles St.
Price: $25
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