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.
463-5672.

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.

Five Centuries of Art: Selections From The Permanent Collection
Old Master works, landscapes by European and American artists, and a small selection of 17th-20th century portraits are on display. Through August 30. 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.

Multi-Artist Exhibition
Original paintings by Steve Tracy and Tom Keogh, pinhole photography by David Symmonds, and watercolors by varied artists are on display. Through August. Beech Street Gallery, 772 West Beech St., Long Beach. 208-6005 or www.beechstreetgallery.com.

Theater/ Music

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, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 20-21, 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, Aug. 26, 8 p.m. $45. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 717-3990 or www.menopuselongisland.com.

Sherry Joy And Louie Dee
Music from the ‘40s to the ‘90s, Thursday, Aug. 20, 7:30 p.m. Nautical Mile Esplanade, Woodcleft Ave., Freeport. 223-2522 or www.liacfreeport.org.

A Gentleman And A Scoundrel
Romantic comedy about schemes in an office, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 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.

Alive & Kickin’
Family performance, Friday, Aug. 21, 7:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or Special Events Line at
572-0223.

Broadway DivaFest
Five Broadway vocalists celebrate the roles and musical selections of leading ladies on The Great White Way, Friday, Aug. 21, 8 p.m. $50. John W. Engeman Theater at Northport, 250 Main St., Northport.
(631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.

The Complete Works of Wilm Shkspr (abridged)
A mad-cap play that strings together Shakespeare’s entire canon with three actors playing all the parts, on Vanderbilt Museum’s grounds, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 7 p.m. $15. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Mansion, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.

Driving Miss Daisy
The Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy about the relationship between a wealthy southern widow and her chauffeur, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 p.m.; $25, $22 seniors, $18 students, $14 ages 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 775-4420 or www.broadhollow.org.

Taming Of The Shrew
Shakespeare’s rollicking comedy of the sexes, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 3 p.m. $20 evenings, $18 matinees, $2 senior discount. New York Institute of Technology, Salten Hall, Northern Blvd., Old Westbury.
686-7894 or www.asmallcompany.org.

There Goes The Bride
Comedy about a young girl’s forthcoming marriage and attitudes about premarital sex, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 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.

Always...Patsy Cline
The real-life friendship of the singing legend and her number one fan, told Cline’s famous songs, Saturday, Aug. 22, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23, 2:30 p.m. $20. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-64000.

Broadway Showstoppers
Five Broadway vocalists celebrate memorable musical theater moments, Saturday, Aug. 22, 8 p.m. $50. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.

Indian American Night
A program of international music and dance, Sunday, Aug. 23, 7:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or Special Events Line at 572-0223.

Scandinavian American Night
A program of international music and dance, Monday, Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or Special Events Line at 572-0223.

Risky Business
A “Blast From The Past,” Tuesday, Aug. 25, 8 p.m. Cedarhurst Park Gazebo, Cedarhurst. 295-5770.

Family

Movie Night
Eisenhower Park’s summer movie series continues with “The Mummy,” Thursday, Aug. 20, 7:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or Special Events Line at 572-0223.

National Circus Project
See live circus acts, Thursday, Aug. 20, 1:30 p.m. Performers from the National Circus Project introduce visitors to balancing, juggling, clowning, and more. $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.

WLICM Radio Theater
Find out how old-time radio shows were created, Friday, Aug. 21, 1:30 p.m. Create a live broadcast with sound effects, character voices, and old-time radio ads. $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.

Notices

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.

Leggz Ltd. Dance Final Audition
Classically trained males and females, ages 7-adult, are needed for Leggz Ltd. Dance’s Nutcracker with the South Shore Symphony Orchestra. The final audition is Thursday, Aug. 27, at Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. Pay for principal performers. $15 audition fee. Call 766-7171 for an appointment.

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.

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.