Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

Currents
An exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in group and solo exhibitions here and abroad. Through Sept. 12. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Defying The Devil: Christian Clergy Who Saved Jews From The Holocaust
Photographs, artifacts and video relate the events of the Holocaust. Through Sept. 30. Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, 100 Crescent Beach Rd., Glen Cove. 571-8040 ext. 100 or www.holocaust-nassau.org.

In America
Artwork by alumnus Jack Dowd (‘60) is on display. As an artist specializing in social realism, Dowd is influenced by the early American painters of the Ashcan School, an early 20th century movement centered on realism. Through Aug. 11. Adelphi University’s Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery, 1 South Ave., Garden City. For information, visit www.adelphi.edu/artmuseum/exhibitions/.
Long Island Biennial
This inaugural juried exhibition features approximately 40 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and photographs by professional artists living on Long Island, selected from more than 250 entries by jurors Dr. Isabelle Dervaux, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Drawings, Morgan Library and Museum, New York, Renato Danese, Danese Gallery, New York and Richard Lippe, collector of American art, Long Island. Through Sept. 26. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Hunington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
The Sea Around Us
This exhibition examines the romantic fascination artists have always had for expanses of water through American and European artists from the mid-19th century to the present. On view are works by Jasper F. Cropsey, William Glackens, Thomas Buttersworth, Childe Hassam, Red Grooms, Maurice Prendergast, Edward Hopper, Claude Monet, Louis Comfort Tiffany, and James Wyeth, and other masters of seascape art. Through Sept. 12. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Selections From The Permanent Collection
An exhibit that spans the breadth of Heckscher Museum’s Permanent Collection of paintings. On display are Old Masters, landscapes by European and American artists, a small selection of 17th-20th century portraits, and more. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Hunington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Something’s A Foot: Small Works From The Hofstra University Museum Collection
An exhibit of intimate, small-scale works from the Hofstra University Museum Collection. Mediums range from paint, pencil, wood, metal, and stone to ceramics. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Long Island Arts Council Photography Exhibition
View photography by the winners of the Long Island Arts Council’s 30th Annual Photography Exhibition. Works from Doing Going (Best in Show), Mark Lozier (Second Place) and Don Hunerberg (Third Place) are on display. Through Aug. 31. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6549.

Theater/ Music

Damn Yankees
The classic musical comedy centered around our national pastime, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 5-6, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 7, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 2 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 11, 8 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Long Island Harmonizers
A concert by barbershop quartets, Thursday, Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Menopause The Musical
The off-Broadway musical about the ups and downs of four women through a collection of re-lyricized baby boomer songs, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 5-6, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 7, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 2 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 10-11, 8 p.m. $47.50. Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 717-3900 or www.menopauselongisland.com.
Randy And The Rainbows
Hear hits of the ‘60s, Thursday, Aug. 5, 8 p.m. Averill Boulevard Park, Elmont. 292-9000 ext. 382.
Ancient History
Romantic comedy about a mid-thirties couple and what happens when they consider marriage, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Any Friend Of Percy D’Angelino Is A Friend Of Mine
A Mafia comedy about a mysterious stranger who arrives at Long Island estate, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 6-7, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
Dean Karahalis & The Concert Pops
The orchestra presents “Best of the Pops,” Friday, Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m. Program includes Broadway, Hollywood, classics, and more, with guest vocalists Deana Verone and Jim Sergi. Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or Special Events Line at 572-0223.
The Glass Menagerie
The Tennessee Williams classic, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 2:30 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 ages 12 and under; tickets at door $20. Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 226-8400 or www.studiotheatreli.com.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Shakespeare’s enchanting romantic comedy, Friday, Aug 6, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 7 p.m. $15. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Mansion at the Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
The Peacock Season
A charming comedy of manners and murder, set in 19th century Long Island, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 6-7, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 3 p.m. $20. Nassau Arts Center, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Why Do Fools Fall In Love?
Musical set in 1966 about four girlfriends gathering to celebrate an upcoming wedding, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 2:30 p.m. $18, $16 seniors/students, $14 ages 12 and under; all tickets at door, $20. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Comedy Night
The Second Stage Comdy Improv troupe performs routines without scripts, with audience input, Saturday, Aug. 7, 10:30 p.m. $12. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
Seven Brides For Seven Brothers
The lively stage version of the classic MGM film, Saturday, Aug. 7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 8, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2 and 8 p.m. $25, $23 seniors and students, $21 ages 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Pakistani American Night
An international program of music and dance, Sunday, Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or Special Events Line at 572-0223.
Doo Wop Under The Stars
Vintage doo wop with many special performers, Monday, Aug. 9, 7 p.m. With The Brooklyn Reunion,Emil Stucchio & The Classics, John Kuse & The Excellents, The Emotions, Jimmy Gallagher & The Passions, and Randy & The Rainbows. Merrick Road Park, Merrick. 292-9000 ext. 382.
Shalom Israel
Ellis Island’s Klezman Band in concert, Tuesday, Aug. 10, 8 p.m.; preshow 7 p.m. Cedarhurst Park, 200 Cedarhurst Ave., Cedarhurst. 295-5770.
Vintage Elvis
Relive all those great Elvis hits, Wednesday, Aug. 11, 8 p.m. Hewlett Point Park, Bay Park. 292-9000 ext. 382.

Family
Erik's Reptile Adventure
Explore the fascinating world of reptiles at the interactive family show, Thursday, Aug. 5, 11 a.m., Elmont Road Park, Elmont; 1 p.m. at Rath Park, Franklin Square. Also Friday, Aug. 6, 11 a.m. Hendrickson Avenue Park, Elmont. 282-9000 ext. 382.
Pirate Billy Bones
Join Billy Bones for a zany session of “Pirate School,” Thursday, Aug. 5, 1:30 p.m. The interactive show includes magic, original music, bubble play, and puppetry. For ages 5 and up. $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City.
224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Magic Of Mark & Kym
A fun-filled interactive show for all ages, Sunday, Aug. 8, 2 p.m. Free admission. Hempstead Lake State Park, Rockville Centre. (631) 321-3510.
What On Earth!
Explore the natural world and learn ways to help the environment, Monday through Friday, Aug. 9-13, 2-4 p.m. Try cooking, crafts, and science activities. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
The Jungle Book
Join Mowgli and his friends on their adventures, Thursday, Aug. 12, 12:45 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.

Notices

Leggz Ltd. Dance
The dance troupe is auditioning for classically trained males and females, ages 7-adult, for its full-length Nutcracker Ballet with the South Shore Symphony Orchestra. Pay for professional principal performers. Auditions are held Tuesday, Aug. 17, at 222 Sunrise Hwy., Rockville Centre. Call 766-7171 for an appointment.