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San Jose boasts a hot lineup of performing and visual arts events this week

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Published on May 15, 2019
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If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in San Jose this week, from comedians in a thrift store to an art auction.

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Laugh Your Art Out

From the event description:

ICA and Café Stritch present Laugh Your Art Out, hosted by the Art Critique Comedy Show (comedians roasting thrift store art). Bay Area comedians Jeremy Talamantes and Jordan Cerminara riff on art critics and curators by reviewing strange and outlandish works of art that they collect from thrift stores, garage sales and flea markets. 

When: Friday, May 17, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Cafe Stritch, 374 S. First St.
Price: Free

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21st Latino Art Now! Art Auction & Exhibition 

From the event description:

View the very best in contemporary Latino art from the Bay Area and beyond, free and open to the public during gallery hours. Auction proceeds support MACLA’s programs, which reach over 35,000 people annually.

When: Saturday, May 18, 6-10 p.m.
Where: MACLA/Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana, 510 S. First St.
Price: Free; $30 (Proxy Bid); $100 (Live Auction Advanced Ticket). More ticket options available.

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Mexico Magico

From the event description:

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and the magic of Mexico's delightful culture with Los Laureles, Silicon Valley's premier Folklorico company. Join us for a lively and exciting night of dance and music alongside Mariachi Tapatio.

When: Saturday, May 18, 7 p.m.
Where: Hammer Theatre Center, 101 Paseo De San Antonio
Price: $30

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