No, the Nite Moves strip club in Latham, N.Y., can't claim that lap dances, pole performances and other moves in its ladies' repertoire are "art" and therefore exempt from sales taxes, New York State's highest court ruled today in a 4-3 decision.
According to The Associated Press:
"The court majority said taxes apply to many entertainment venues, such as amusement parks and sporting events. It ruled the club has failed to prove it qualifies for the exemption for 'dramatic or musical arts performances' that was adopted by the Legislature 'with the evident purpose of promoting cultural and artistic performances in local communities.' "
The three other judges, though, concluded that there's no difference in the law's eye between "highbrow dance and lowbrow dance."
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