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This is the best and affordable, arts in America! This is the only book that gives you the inside arts scoop on the 20 best cities for the fine and performance arts, as well as major arts festivals, in the United States. The book provides the practical details for hundreds of arts organisations across the country, including the websites, public transportation options, handicapped access, hours, and admission fees, as well as such cost-saving tips as free days, discounted performances, subscriptions and memberships, and half-price opportunities. For many listings, the knowledgeable editors of Arts America share their observations and discuss important background information, which all adds up to why you will want to go. There is more: successful strategies for saving money and
enjoying the arts at the same time; how and why to prepare (or not prepare) for cultural events; where to find current arts information in all the Arts America cities; and city-specific arts discounts.Whether you are an experienced arts buff or need a little encouragement to enjoy the arts, whether you are on a tight budget or in the mood to splurge, and no matter where you live, this book has something for you.

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This is the best & affordable, arts in America! This is the only book that gives you the inside arts scoop on the 20 best cities for the fine & performance arts, as well as major arts festivals, in the United States. The book provides the practical details for hundreds of arts organisations across the country, including the websites, public transportation options, handicapped access, hours, & admission fees, as well as such cost-saving tips as free days, discounted performances, subscriptions & memberships, & half-price opportunities. For many listings, the knowledgeable editors of Arts America share their observations & discuss important background information, which all adds up to why you will want to go. There is more: successful strategies for saving money & enjoying the arts at the same time; how & why to prepare (or not prepare) for cultural events; where to find current arts information in all the Arts America cities; & city-specific arts discounts. Whether you are an experienced arts buff or need a little encouragement to enjoy the arts, whether you are on a tight budget or in the mood to splurge, & no matter where you live, this book has something for you.

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