Arts And Entertainment

Exhibits and more...

Andy Warhol: The Photographic Legacy Program
On exhibit are a selection of photograph, both Polaroids and gelatin silver prints, by the noted Pop artist Andy Warhol. This group of photographs includes celebrities such as author Truman Capote, model/actress Grace Jones and ice hockey player Wayne Gretsky. Through Sept. 20. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Burton Morris: Pop!
The acclaimed artist Burton Morris presents his personal world of popular American icons that puts a delightful spin on everyday objects and motifs. This exhibit features 35 examples of Morris’ work in his post-Pop style that boldly projects high energy and fun. In his paintings, Subjects such as a steaming coffee cup, a swirling martini and a dancing popcorn box all take on a new life under his paintbrush. Through Sept. 27. Hofstra University, Emily Lowe Gallery, Lowe Hall, Hempstead.

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Dialogue: Sculpture, Alain Kirili, and Painting, Frank Olt
Dialogue juxtaposes the work of two important contemporary artists: sculptor Alain Kirili and painter Frank Olt. The two artists, friends in their personal lives, share a passionate interest in materials,and the continuity of abstract traditions. Through Sept. 6. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Paper Chase: Works On Paper By William Merrit Chase And His Contemporaries
A broad overview of American art during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focusing on the development of various paper mediums. The exhibit includes 50 watercolors, pastels and prints, by William Merritt Chase, a pivotal figure in American Impressionism, and others. Through Sept. 27. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Napoleon and Eugenie
The sumptuous grandeur of France’s Second Empire is celebrated in Nassau County Museum of Art’s exhibition of paintings, sculpture, decorative objects, memorabilia and historical artifacts that reflect the Imperial Court of Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie from 1852 to 1870. This exhibit draws from the notable collection of Christopher Forbes who regards Napoleon III as “one of the great underrated world leaders.” Through Sept. 7. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or
www.nassaumuseum.com.
Long Island Music Hall of Fame Archive Exhibit
An exhibit of 60 unique and original items from and about Long Island’s greatest musical artists. Musicians representedinclude George M.Cohan, Billy Joel, Guy Lombardo, the Good Rats, Count Basie, Barbra Streisand, John Coltrane, Run-DMC, Tony Bennett, Leslie West and Mountain,and Carole King. among others. This will run concurrently with the Library’s presentation of Long Beach Jazz Festival concerts. Through Sept. 14. Long Beach Public Library, 111 W. Park Ave., Long Beach. 432-7201 or www. nassaulibrary.org/longbeach.
Literary Talk
Examine the poetic world created by W.B. Yeats at “The Women Who Inspired William Butler Yeats,” presented by Kathleen S. Tully, adjunct professor of English at Iona College, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 8 p.m. Irish Cultural Society, Garden City Library, 60 7th St., Garden City. 488-1353.

Theater/ Music

Mambo Loco
Classic Cuban and Puerto Rican Latin music, Thursday, Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m. Nautical Mile Esplanade, Woodcleft Ave., Freeport. 223-2522 or www.liacfreeport.org.
Menopause The Musical
Long Island premiere of the Off-Broadway musical about the ups and downs of four women through a collection of re-lyricized baby boomer songs, ending Thursday and Friday, Sept. 3-4, 8 p.m. $45. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 717-3990 or www.menopuselongisland.com.
Always...Patsy Cline
The real-life friendship of the singing legend and her number one fan, told through Cline’s famous songs, Friday and Saturday. Sept. 4-5, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 6, 2:30 p.m. $20. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
A Gentleman And A Scoundrel
Romantic comedy about schemes in an office, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 4-5, 8 p.m. $22, $20 seniors, $18 students, $14 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Making A Killing
Thriller about a playwright, his conniving producer and actress wife who hatch a plot to guarantee the success of their new play, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 4-5, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 6, 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.
The Odd Couple
The Neil Simon classic, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 4-5, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 6, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2 and 8 p.m. $25, $22 seniors, $18 students, $14 ages 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 775-4420 or www.broadhollow.org.
There Goes The Bride
Comedy about a young girl’s forthcoming marriage and attitudes about premarital sex, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 4-5, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 6, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or
www.ArenaPlayers.org.

Family

Brooklyn International Film Festival
View films premiered at the Brooklyn International Film Festival’s (BiFF) 5th annual kidsfilmfest, in the LICM Theatre, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 3-4 1:30 p.m. See short animation and narrative films from five countries including Canada, Australia and Mexico. Following the movies, the audience can meet the directors. $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Bay Walk
Explore the different kinds of animals that call the bay their home, Saturday, Sept. 5, 1:30-3 p.m. Registration required. Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh. 679-7524.
Beauty & the Beast
The enchanting tale, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.

Notices

Rockville Centre Guild For The Arts
Children and adults are needed for Gypsy, presented by Rockville Centre Guild For The Arts in October. Auditions will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 8-9, 7 p.m. (children) and 7:45 p.m. (adults), at South Side Middle School, Hillside Ave., Rockville Centre. Bring photo. For more information, call 616-3610.
Hair Tickets Available
The Peninsula Counseling Center Auxiliary has tickets for Hair on Saturday, Oct. 3, matinee (orchestra seats). Call Audrey Goodman at 569-6600 ext. 1330.
Theatrical Volunteers Needed
Peninsula Counseling Center is looking for a volunteer with theatrical talent/drama background to work with high school or college students to create and perform skits reflecting teen issues. Call Audrey Goodman at 569-6600 ext 1330.
Mill Neck Fall Harvest Fair
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations is seeking volunteers to work at food sales, children’s activities, apple booths, and more during its Columbus Day weekend Fall Harvest Festival, Oct. 10-11, on the Mill Neck Manor campus, 40 Frost Mill Rd., Mill Neck. For more information, call Catherine Giordano at 922-4100, ext. 231 or www.millneck.org.
Waldorf Choral Society
Talented voices are needed for the Waldorf Choral Society. Rehearsals are every Monday evening, 8-10 p.m., at the Waldorf School on Cambridge Ave. in Garden City. Auditions will be held during rehearsal on Monday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m.  Additional audition times may be arranged. (You need not prepare a performance piece for the audition.) Concerts for this season include Music of Bach and Vivaldi in December, Music of Rossini in March, Orff’s Carmina Burana in May. For information, call 747-4457.