San Jose to host a variety of performing and visual arts events this week

Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?

We've rounded up artsy events around San Jose this week that will scratch your cultural itch, from an improv show to an art class.

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Stand Up Comedy Show

From the event description:

This triple headliner show featuring Franco Harris, Matt Bellak and Tim Hanlon brings you unapologetic, irreverent humor. In a showcase style performance, you will get three different perspectives and a night full of laughs. So kick back, relax, stay fresh, enjoy a drink and have a smoke.

When: Wednesday, May 29, 8-10 p.m.
Where: San Jose Improv Comedy Club, 62 S. Second St.
Price: Free
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'Mamma Mia!'

From the event description:

The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget. This is the hilarious tale of a young woman's search for her birth father unfolding on a sunny Greek island paradise.

When: Wednesday, May 29, 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Jose Stage Company, 490 S. First St., San Jose, CA 95113
Price: $32-$38
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Glass-making Classes at Bay Area Glass Institute

From the Bay Area Glass Institute deal description:

Glass-making classes teach students how to form bowls, shape decorative beads or cut glass to make plates and coasters. Choose from three options: $89 for a shape-a-bowl glass-blowing class for one; $97.50 for a glass-bead-making class for one; or $89 for a glass-fusing experience for two.

Where: Bay Area Glass, 635 Phelan Ave., Rockspring
Price: $89 (51 percent discount off regular price); additional deals are available.
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Art Classes at Visionary Arts

From the Visionary Arts deal description:

Instructors with MFAs in art train students in drawing and painting to complete representative projects. Choose from four options: $18 for one intro to art or creative art class, ages 4-10 ($42 value); $34 for one class for two children, ages 4-10 ($84 value); $24 for one 90-minute drawing and painting class, ages 10 and up ($47 value); or $40 for one 90-minute drawing and painting class for two people, ages 10 and up ($94 value).

Where: Visionary Arts, 1072 S. De Anza Blvd., Calabazas North
Price: $24 (49 percent discount off regular price); additional deals are available.
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Art Classes at A Work of Heart

From the A Work of Heart deal description:

Group classes specializing in jewelry making, painting, calligraphy and more. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Almost anyone can use it to create beautiful images.

Choice of: Admission for one to an “Intro to Zentangle” art class; admission for two to an “Intro to Zentangle” art class; or admission for one person to a mixed media, fine arts or jewelry-making class.

Where: A Work of Heart, 176 Race St., St. Leo's
Price: $18 (60 percent discount off regular price); additional deals are available.
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