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The best performing and visual arts events in Boston this week

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Published on February 05, 2019
The best performing and visual arts events in Boston this weekBoch Center - Shubert Theatre. | Photo: Maria G./Yelp

If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Boston this week, from a hip-hop showdown to an opera exploring life in America trough the decades.

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Overdrive 9.0 Jam and Dance Showcase

On Saturday, head over to Boston University for the OVRDRV Jam & Dance Showcase. All styles of hip-hop dance will be spotlighted. This is a two-part event, which culminates in the nighttime showcase, where semifinalists and finalists from the afternoon session will compete.   

When: Saturday, Feb. 9, 12-10 p.m.
Where: Tsai Performance Center and SAC Gym Quad C, 665 Commonwealth Ave.
Price: Free-$15. More ticket options available.
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Mark Morris Dance Group

Also on Saturday, celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' album, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. Choreographer Mark Morris' Pepperland is set to an original score performed by a live ensemble.

When: Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m.
Where: Boch Center Shubert Theatre, 265 Tremont St.
Price: $30
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Hydrogen Jukebox

Thursday evening, enjoy an opera, featuring the combined works of writer Allen Ginsberg and composer Philip Glass. It explores life in America from the 50s to the 80s and is presented at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee.  

When: Thursday, Feb. 7, 8 p.m.
Where: 31 Hemingway St., Floor 2
Price: Up to $30 (various ticket options available)
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