Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?
We've rounded up four artsy events around Fort Lauderdale this week that will scratch your cultural itch, from a discussion on demystifying advances in artificial intelligence through art to a performance by the Miami City Ballet.
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Discussion: Artist Lori Pratico of Girl Noticed
First, dive into the four-day Art Fort Lauderdale festival by joining a discussion with self-taught billboard artist Lori Pratico.
The Philadelphian, who's work is rooted in portraits, launched the 'Girl Noticed' project in 2015. The traveling community mural and arts outreach project aims to empower girls and women by spotlighting the fact that every girl is worth noticing.
When: Thursday, Jan. 24, 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina, 2301 S.E. 17th St.
Price: Free
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Live: The Official Art Fort Lauderdale After Party
Next, The Ritz-Carlton hosts Live, this Friday night. The official after party for Art Fort Lauderdale will offer a complimentary cocktail to each registered guests and feature sets by live DJs.
When: Friday, Jan. 25, 9 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Where: The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
Price: Free
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Discussion: AI & Art with Obvious
Come Sunday, the NSU Art Museum of Fort Lauderdale plays host to a discussion with Obvious, a collective of researchers and artists working to demystify advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning through artwork.
This free chat is also part of Fort Lauderdale Art & Design Week.
When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, 1 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Price: Free
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Miami City Ballet: 'Dances at a Gathering'
And lastly, the Miami City Ballet performs "Dances at a Gathering" this Saturday night at the Broward Center Au-Rene Theater. Exhibiting athleticism, joy and grace, the performance will be set to piano music by Chopin.
Tickets are on sale now for up to 40 percent off.
When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.
Where: Au-Rene Theater at Broward Center, 201 S.W. Fifth Ave.
Price: $35-$46.80
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