Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?
We've rounded up three artsy events around Detroit this week that will scratch your cultural itch, from a dance performance exploring the relationship between the human body and architecture to a world-touring vaudeville variety show.
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'Blacks In Arts: Expressions' at International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit
Start the weekend with the showcase "Black In Arts: Expressions" this Friday at the International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit. The event combines performance arts with fine arts to highlight the many artistic contributions the African-Americans community has made over the last several decades. There will be poetry and rap, paintings linked to Snapchat filters and more.
When: Friday, Feb. 22, 7-9 p.m.
Where: International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit, 111 E. Kirby St.
Price: $15
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'Architecture in Motion' at Music Hall Center
Next, catch a performance of "Architecture in Motion" on Saturday at the Music Hall Center. Staged by the Los Angeles-based dance company Diavolo, the show explores the relationship between the human body and architecture. Expect a combination of modern dance, acrobatics and gymnastics paired with bespoke architectural structures.
When: Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m.
Where: Music Hall Center, 350 Madison St.
Price: $27.50
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'Pretty Things Peepshow' at Planet Ant
Last but not least, take in an evening of sword swallowing, magic tricks, puppets, singing, comedy, a talking dog and more at the "Pretty Things Peepshow." This Friday at the Planet Ant Theatre, the world-touring vaudeville act celebrates the 900 shows its staged since hitting the road 10 years ago.
When: Friday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m.
Where: Planet Ant, 2357 Caniff Ave.
Price: $13-$15
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