5 things to do this weekend, including a concert of Filipino songs and the Boston Fringe Festival

This weekend, there’s lots of action to take in. Get up close to an artist’s creative process with Art Battle Boston, a tournament where inspiration becomes fuel for competition. There’s also the Boston Fringe Festival, presenting new theater works in some unexpected locations around Somerville. Finally, May brings celebrations of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, with a particularly robust event happening at the Museum of Science. These and more, below.

As AAPI Heritage Month takes flight, come to the Boston Public Library in Copley Square for a unique evening of music. Duo Filipino is a “group committed to sharing Filipino culture and history through Filipino classical music,” made up of soprano Lauren Florek and baritone Carlo Bunyi. Together, they’re joined by pianist Marcelline Merrill, and will perform both Kundiman, which are Filipino art songs, and Sarswela excerpts from Filipino opera. Their showcase will offer romantic themes while expressing issues of patriotism and resilience. The concert lasts from 6-7 p.m., and while tickets are free, registration is recommended.

What exactly is Art Battle Boston? Held at Lamplighter Brewing’s Cambridge Crossing location,12 artists face off in three rounds of an imaginative painting competition. While audience members enjoy craft beverages on the sidelines, the creatives will produce live art. Every work that’s developed will be sold through a silent auction. Competitors include Carlyn Peters, who typically channels animals as inspiration, and Emily Kwong, a self-taught painter. Other artists include Eli Grupposo, a MassArt student aspiring to be an illustrator, and Kevin Sullivan, who creates under the name Sensei 23 and has two decades of experience producing acrylic works. The action begins at 8 p.m., and advanced tickets can be purchased for $23.44, including fees.

The Museum of Science presents a day full of activities celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. Participating organizations include the Boston Asian American Film Festival, the Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence, Chinese Culture Connection, The ArtBox and more. Scientists will share insights about mental health research on youth and digital experiences, as well as space science and policy. There will also be cultural performances from Gund Kwok, an Asian women’s lion and dance troupe, and Indras Artistic Creations, who will present Cambodian classical dance. Attendees will also have opportunities to network with local groups. Regular museum tickets grant visitors entry into this day-long event.

Catch a healthy dose of new, original and uncensored theater at the Boston Fringe Festival, running through Sunday. Taking place in Somerville’s Davis Square, take in plays at The Rockwell, Dragon’s Lair (yes, the spot connected to Dragon Pizza!) and Dente’s Barber Shop, which has been converted into a performance space for this festival. Productions include Magdalena Poost’s “How To Peel An Orange,” about a clown seeking companionship, and “Sitayama: her side of the fire,” a work by Payal Patnaik that presents original Indian Americana songs grounded in mythology (think: a “modern feminist interpretation” of the Ramayana). A festival pass that allows you to see everything costs $81.75, including fees, and individual show tickets are also available, with prices set by the artists and capped at $15.

Dance enthusiasts will want to catch Boston Ballet’s “Spring Experience” before it ends its run. On the program is “Dances at a Gathering,” choreographed by Jerome Robbins and accompanied by a single pianist playing Chopin, representing simplicity. Another ballet that will regale viewers is “Herman Schmerman,” choreographed by William Forsythe, featuring bright yellow accents through costuming. The name of the work comes from the movie “Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid” starring Steve Martin, and the phrase is meant to be playfully meaningless. Finally, “After” is the second world premiere for the company from choreographer and Boston Ballet principal dancer Lia Cirio, accompanied by a live pianist and violinist. Tickets start at $36. [Check out our spring dance guide for more performance recommendations.]