Performing and visual arts are hot in Dallas this week

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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 Dallas this week, from a gathering of visual artists to a burlesque murder mystery show.

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Process & Practice: Visual Artist Gathering

From the event description:

This gathering is for visual artists and those whose creative endeavors is in a visual medium and will provide attendees opportunities for inspiration, encouragement and discussion. Visual artists of all media and visual art lovers are invited to join us as we hear from four visual artists for five minutes each in a Pecha Kucha style presentation format. After the presentations, there will be a facilitated question and answer interaction with all four of the presenting artists about their projects, passions and creative vision.

When: Friday, Aug. 23, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: FLOCC, 606 N. Edgefield Ave.
Price: Free
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Artists Speaking Out Conference

From the event description:

Dallas' finest artists speaking live about successes, failures and more.

When: Friday, Aug. 23, 7-10 p.m.
Where: 830 Exposition Ave, 830 Exposition Ave.
Price: Free
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Destination Unknown Comedy Show

From the event description:

GretchYo presents the Destination Unknown Comedy Show featuring comedians GretchYo, Jake Recoon, Kirstie Hayden and Rafael Sanguily. Think bar crawl meets the Comedy Cellar. We will start and end at Ross & Hall and hit three secret locations during the show.

When: Friday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m.
Where: Ross & Hall Beer Garten + Kitchen, 3300 Ross Ave.
Price: $35 - $75
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Pics and Paws — Bring Your Pup to Rainbow Vomit

From the event description:

Join SPCA of Texas at Rainbow Vomit for a special Pics & Paws event where furry friends are welcome to join in on the picture-taking fun at Dallas' #1 rated immersive art exhibit. Twenty percent of all proceeds from this special two-day event will benefit the SPCA of Texas. Staff from Rainbow Vomit and SPCA of Texas will be onsite to help take pictures and make sure each guest has a doggone good time.

When: Saturday, Aug. 24, 10 a.m.
Where: 3609 Parry Ave., Dallas, TX 75226
Price: $15
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A Burlesque Murder Mystery!

From the event description:

The killer is hiding in plain sight; think you've got what it takes to solve the crime? It is 1960 in Dallas and burlesque club owner Jacqueline Ruby is in a legendary feud with rival club owner Abby Weinstein until someone takes things too far. This show is as interactive as you want it to be. Collect the clues to solve the crime and win the prize or sit back and enjoy your favorite burlesque performers, that is, while you still can.

When: Saturday, Aug. 24, 8 p.m.
Where: Viva's, 1350 Manufacturing, Suite 120
Price: $22
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