Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?
We've rounded up four artsy events around New York City this week that will scratch your cultural itch, from a livepainting battle to an opera salon.
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Art Battle New York at (Le) Poisson Rouge
First, it's paint-brush-as-weapon this Wednesday at LPR. Art Battle International is a live painting competition in which 12 artists compete in timed rounds to create the images that will earn them, via votes from the audience, a bid to move on to the city-wide championships.
When: Wednesday, March 13, 6-10 p.m.
Where: (Le) Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St.
Price: $15
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Comedy Without Borders: A night in support of the NYIC
Next, it's comedy for a cause this Thursday at Caveat. A long list of top area comics — including recent immigrants and funny people with something to say about the timely topic — will entertain you with one hand, while the other reaches around for your wallet in support of the New York Immigration Coalition.
When: Thursday, March 14, 6-8:20 p.m.
Where: Caveat, 21 A Clinton St.
Price: $45
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Ailey II Dance Company
Then, get nearly 20 percent off tickets for a night with the world-touring dance company Ailey II. During this weeklong NYC engagement, the troupe will perform contemporary pieces with influences from African, hip-hop and other dance styles.
When: Wednesday, March 13-Sunday, March 17; various times
Where: NYU Skirball, 566 LaGuardia Place
Price: $42-$50
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Rhymes With Opera's annual Opera Potluck Salon
Finally, the Rhymes With Opera Salon is a place for local composers to present works-in-progress in an informal atmosphere. You're invited to listen in on Saturday, as the RWO ensemble singers present a preview performance of new work, "The Impossible She," among other pieces.
When: Saturday, March 16, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Areté Gallery, 67 West St., Brooklyn
Price: $10 suggested donation
Click here for more details, and to register
