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Arts Weekly

Lexington Welcomes Comic Book, Sci-Fi and Fantasy Fans

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Published March 15, 2013 at 6:00 AM EDT

Comic book, sci-fi and fantasy fans will find Lexington a welcoming place this weekend. A Broadway musical and Lexington Comic Con both celebrate the dark comedy of the Addams Family. Plus, Rupp Arena hosts a Christian Rock concert. Here with a preview is Rich Copley, who covers culture for the Lexington Herald Leader.

Rich Copley is an arts reporter for the Lexington Herald Leader. Information on the weekend’s events is available in today’s edition. You can also find out about arts and cultural events by visiting the events calendar online, at weku.fm.

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