Cirque du Soleil visits Long Island with 'Dralion'

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Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Dralion’
Cirque du Soleil has arrived at Nassau Coliseum with its signature spectacle that explores the mystical lore of the dragon. East meets West as Cirque du Soleil performers soar to new heights in this dynamic display of acrobatic agility and theatrics. Fusing the 3,000 year-old tradition of Chinese acrobatic arts with the troupe’s multidisciplinary approach, the show draws its inspiration from Eastern philosophy and the never-ending quest for harmony between humans and nature. The name is derived from two emblematic creatures: the dragon, symbolizing the East, and the lion, symbolizing the West.
Now through Sunday, Sept. 9. $40-$75, $36-$63 seniors/students, $32-$61 12 and under. Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.cirquedulsoleil.com/dralion.

Luis Moreno
The singer-songwriter, who doubles as retail manager of the Graham Garden Center in Franklin Square, performs with his band at the Covert Avenue Street Fair this weekend. He’ll play music from his latest album “This Is Me,” which not only received positive review upon its release in late 2010, but was also broadcast in regular rotation on over 45 radio stations nationally throughout 2011 and Spring 2012. “I wrote This Is Me with a very specific roots rock style in mind.” Moreno said. “I’d hoped it would simplify its expression and give the listener an easier accessibility to the emotionally heavy lyrics in my music.”
Saturday, Sept. 8, 3 p.m. Free admission. Covert Avenue Soundstage, Covert Ave., toward the Tulip Ave. intersection, Floral Park/Stewart Manor.

In Concert

Echoing Voices
The story of American immigration unfolds on stage through the music of Sonic Escape, in “Echoing Voices: A Musical History of America.” This ensemble of three young New York City-based classically trained musicians, has created a vibrant program that reflects the nation’s cultural melting pot. They’ll perform music from the homelands of immigrants that reflects their stories and history of coming to America. That experience and cultural impact comes alive as interpreted by this innovative trio, composed of violinist Maria Millar, flute player Shawn Wyckoff, and cellist Michael Haas.
Saturday, Sept. 8, 2 p.m. Admission is free. Elmont Memorial Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (516) 354-5280 or www.elmontlibrary.org.