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Performing and visual arts events in San Francisco this week

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Published on January 06, 2020
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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 Francisco this week, from a magic show to a team-building pottery class.

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James Chan: Prodigy Magician & Juggler

From the event description:

Witness the next generation of magicians and be prepared to be amazed by this young prodigy magician. At a young age, James Chan has already fooled the most brilliant minds in the Bay Area at top tech companies.

When: Tuesday, Jan. 7, 6:15 p.m.
Where: K-Elements BBQ, 2140 Clement St.
Price: $10
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'The Best Friends Tour': A Magical Evening of Comedy

From the event description:

Magician Ben Seidman and Juggler Marcus Monroe combine magic, juggling and stand up comedy into a show that will have you laughing hysterically (while your mind is being blown). Seidman is a guest star on the new Netflix Original "Brainchild." He appeared on Penn & Teller’s "Fool Us" and has starred in two specials on the Travel Channel.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 8, 8 p.m.
Where: PianoFight, 144 Taylor St.
Price: $10
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Magician Jay Alexander

From the event description:

There's a reason Jay Alexander has been called the Human Lie Detector. With his combination of magic, psychology and mentalism, he can do everything from reading your mind to making objects vanish inches from your nose (and making you laugh the whole time, of course).

When: Thursday, Jan. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Marrakech Magic Theater, 419 O'Farrell St.
Price: $27.50
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Team Building Pottery Adventure - 'Claycation'

From the event description:

Our instructors will guide the group through the throwing and/or hand-building clay process. Each team member gets up to four pounds of clay to try their hand at this fun creative activity. Anything they want to keep will be cleaned-up, signed and dated, left to dry, fired, glazed to their color choice and then re-fired. Once cool, we will send you a note they are ready for pick-up.

When: Monday, Jan. 6, 2 p.m.
Where: Smaart Gallery & Studio, 1045 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Price: $69
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Photography Classes at Isla Studio

From the Isla Studio deal description:

Professional photographers wean students off automatic settings, demystifying exposure, aperture, and ISO for more breathtaking shots with a variety of photography classes. Students are welcome to bring their own cameras, and snacks and drinks brought from home refresh creative juices. Sunset Photo walks in the Butler Park extend classroom skills into the real world.

Where: 530 Hampshire St., Suite 306, Southeast San Francisco
Price: $77 (48% discount off regular price); additional deals available.
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