Stepping Out

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Weekly calendar of exhibits, theater, music and more

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Halston Style
A comprehensive retrospective of the works of the American fashion designer Halston. The exhibition includes many never-before-seen objects from the designer’s personal archives and more than 60 Halston fashions, juxtaposed with photographs, artwork, illustrations and accessories as well as film and video documentation. Through July 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Mysteries of Bats

Tackapausha Museum and Preserve’s exhibit examines varied species of bats, featuring a live family of Egyptian Fruit Bats who fly and “hang out” in the museum’s nocturnal area. Other installations include displays about Long Island’s ecology and interactive activities. Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, Washington Ave. (between Merrick Rd. and Sunrise Hwy.), Seaford. 571-7443.
Thaddeus: Holownia: Walden Revisited

This exhibition pays homage to Henry David Thoreau, whose experiment in simple living unfolded over two years at Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts beginning in 1845. Presented as a full-gallery installation that approximates Thoreau’s and Holownia’s experience of Walden Woods, the images focus closely on individual trees, creating a portrait of the site and encouraging quiet contemplation of nature’s grandeur. A companion exhibition,” Earth Muse: Art and the Environment,” features artists whose work continues the theme of reflection, highlighting nature’s beauty and diversity, the eternal rhythms of the natural world, and man’s impact on the environment. Through July 30. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Women in Contrast
An exhibition of iconic imagery captured by a selection of innovative modernist and contemporary female photographers. Photographers on view include Berenice Abbott, Diane Arbus, Marilyn Bridges, Nancy Burson, Imogen Cunningham, Donna Ferrato, Toni Frissell, Mary Ellen Mark, and Dorothy Norman. Through Aug. 18. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Afternoon Movie
See “Snowden,” a biopic about NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden, Friday, April 21, 2:30 p.m.; also “Passengers,” the sci fi thriller that follows two passengers onboard a spaceship transporting them to a new life on another planet who awaken 90 years before they reach their destination, Tuesday, April 25, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
At the Movies
See “Bridget Jones’s Baby,” the latest addition to the romantic comedy adventures of the world’s favorite singleton, Friday, April 21, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Friday Flick
See “Fences,” the acclaimed film adaptation of August Wilson’s drama about a working-class African-American father raising his family in the 1950s, Friday, April 21, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Tricia’s Flicks
See “Jackie,” the biopic about Jackie Kennedy during the days following President Kennedy’s assassination, Friday, April 21, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.
Movie Matinee
See “Fences,” the film adaptation of August Wilson’s drama about a working-class African-American father raising his family in the 1950s, Monday, April 24, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
On Screen
See “Bridget Jones’s Baby,” the newest addition to the romantic comedy adventures of the world’s favorite singleton, Tuesday, April 25, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Hamilton: The Man, the Musical, the Cultural Phenomenon
Join theater historian John Kenrick for a backstage look at how Lin-Manuel Miranda turned the story of Alexander Hamilton into a Broadway blockbuster, Thursday, April 27, 2 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Movie Showing
Watch “Sully,” the dramatic portrayal of the heroic landing of a failing US Airways jet on the Hudson River in the winter of 2009, Thursday, April 27, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Jekyll & Hyde
The musical horror-drama based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale, Thursday and Friday, April 20-21, 8 p.m.; Saturday, April 22, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 2 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 8 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles
The acclaimed Beatles tribute show, Thursday, April 20, 7 p.m. The history of the Fab Four is covered in full, from their beginnings through their hard rocking hippie days. $125, $99.50, $69.50, $49.50, NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Spring Dance Adelphi
A mixed program of ballet and modern dance, performed by Adelphi’s Department of Dance, Thursday and Friday, April 20-21, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 22, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 2 p.m. Program includes works choreographed by Earl Mosley, Manuel Vignoulle and faculty members Frank Augustyn, Orion Duckstein and Adelheid Strelick. $25. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or aupac.adelphi.edu.
Spring Dance Concert
Hofstra University Dance students perform, including original works, Thursday and Friday, April 20-21, 8 p.m.; Saturday, and Sunday, April 22-23, 2 and 8 p.m. $12, $10 seniors and students. Hofstra University, Schaeffer Black Box Theater, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644 or www.hofstratickets.com.
Art
Yasmina Reza’s award-winning witty comedy about friendship, Friday and Saturday, April 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 3 p.m. $22, $20 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Goat or Who is Sylvia?
Edward Albee’s provocative black comedy that questions the boundaries of love, Friday and Saturday, April 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 3 p.m. $15-$25. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Carriage House Theater, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 557-1207 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Jessie’s Girl
The acclaimed tribute band performs its “Back to the Eighties” show, hosted by orginal MTV VJ Nina Blackwood, Friday, April 21, 8 p.m. $30, $25, $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.paramountny.com.
The Price is Right Live
An interactive live version of the classic TV game show, Friday, April 21, 8 p.m. $79.50, $69.50 and $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd, Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Smokey Joe’s Cafe
The award-winning musical revue highlighting songs by the legendary songwriting duo of Leiber and Stoller, Friday and Saturday, April 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 2:30 p.m. $26, $24 seniors, $20 students, $15 youth 12 and under, $29 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 775-4420 or www.broadhollow.org.
New York Exceptions
The popular group performs doo-wop classics, Saturday, April 22, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Paul Shaffer
The legendary bandleader, of David Letterman fame, in concert, with The World’s Most Dangerous Band, Saturday, April 22, 8 p.m. $124.50, $99.50, $89.50, $74.50, $69.50, $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd, Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo
The renowned jazz guitarists in concert, with special guest Gary Mazzaroppi, Sunday, April 23, 2:30 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Hofstra Jazz Ensemble
The ensemble, directed by David Lalama, presents “21st Century Jazz,” Sunday, April 23, 7 p.m. With the Vocal Jazz Ensemble and the Jacob Fruchtl Group. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University, Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Jim Papa
The vocalist in concert, with “Top American Hits,” Sunday, April 23, 2 p.m. Tickets required. Bellmore Memorial Library, 2288 Bedford Ave., Bellmore. 785-2990.
Neal Stuart and the Empire State
The Johnny Maestro tribute band in concert, Sunday, April 23, 2 p.m. Tickets required. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Road to Oz: A tribute to Harold Arlen
A musical revue, saluting the iconic composer, featuring the South Shore Symphoy, Sunday, April 23, 3 p.m. $25-$45. Madison Theatre, Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 323-4444 or www.madisontheatreny.org.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Shakespeare’s beloved comedy presented by Adelphi’s Department of Theatre, Tuesday, April 25, 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, April 26, 6:30 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, April 27-28, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 29, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, April 30, 2 p.m. $20. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or aupac.adelphi.edu.
Salute to Ellington
A musical revue with Vinnie Knight and Black Pearls and White Diamonds in Harlem, Thursday, April 27, 7:30 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Aaron Lewis
The singer-songwriter in concert, Thursday, April 27, 8 p.m. $45 and $30. The Space, 250 Post Ave. Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or 283-5566 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.thespaceatwestbury.com.

Family

The Doutbtful Sprout
An interactive environmental tale, performed by puppeteer Liz Joyce, Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Explore the world under our feet with Worm and Sprout. $9 with museum admission ($7 members), $12 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Curious George and the Golden Meatball

The beloved mischievous monkey and his friend in the yellow hat sing and dance in a musical adventure, Saturday, April 22, 2 p.m.; Sunday, April 23, 12 p.m. $11, $13 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Sleeping Beauty
The fairy tale classic comes to life on stage, Saturday, April 22, 2 p.m. $12. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400 or www.merrick-theatre.com.