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.
Art In Nature
An exhibit of painting and photography by varied artists, with opening reception. Through Nov. 1. South Ocean Art Gallery, South Nassau Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 228 S. Ocean Ave., Freeport. 623-1204.

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.
Gordon Cheung & Jonathan Seliger
An exhibition of two important contemporary artists. Gordon Cheung uses Financial Times stock listings in his multimedia paintings. His paintings are virtual-reality environments which comment on the ability of stock exchange numbers to deliver a “promised land” to people’s lives. Jonathan Seliger works with paint and canvas to produce three-dimensional structures. His works are included in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Brooklyn Museum, among others. Opens Sunday, Sept. 20, through Jan. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Long Island Quilters Guild Exhibit
Quilts created by members of the Long Island Quilters Guild are on display, along with quilting demonstrations, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Quilts vary from figurative country to contemporary, mural to pillow-size. Meet quilters at the opening reception, Thursday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Through Oct. 30. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000.
Norman Rockwell
An exhibit of Saturday Evening Post illustrator Norman Rockwell’s images that defined America and Americans, in this country and abroad. The exhibition includes Rockwell’s iconic Four Freedoms series of patriotic paintings symbolizing President Roosevelt’s wartime aims: Freedom of Speech, Freedom to Worship, Freedom from Want and Freedom from Fear. Opens Sunday, Sept. 20, through Jan. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
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.
Hawk Migration
Examine the migratory route of thousands of raptors during fall, Sunday, Sept. 20, 9-10:30 a.m. Registration required. Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh. 679-7524.
Late Summer In The Walled Garden
Explore Old Westbury Gardens’ Walled Garden on a guided tour, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. (516) 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org

Theater/ Music

Rent
The award-winning groundbreaking rock musical set in the East Village, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 17-18, 8 p .m.; Saturday, Sept. 19, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater at Northport, 250 Main St., Northport.
(631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
It Had To Be You
Joseph Bologna and Renee Taylor’s comedy about a failed actress/health food nut/analyst/would-be playwright who wants to find love and success in New York, Friday and Saturday, Sept 18-19, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 20, 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.
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. 18-19, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 20, 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.
Here On The Flight Path
Comedy about a divorced man and the women who occupys an apartment next door, Sunday, Sept. 20, 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.
My Fair Lady
The classic musical version of G. B. Shaw’s “Pygmalion,” Saturda,. Sept. 19, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 20, 2:30 p.m. $20. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Producers
Musical based on Mel Brooks’ classic film, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2:30 p.m.. $16, $15 seniors, $14 ages 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Schuetzenfest German-American Festival
Enjoy German entertainment and foods at the Ompahfest & Schuetzenfest, presented by Plattdeutsche Volksfest Vereen of Brooklyn and Long Island, Sunday, Sept. 20, opening at 11 a.m. German food, beer, games, and entertainment, including bands direct from Germany. $6 in advance, $7.50 at door. Plattduetsche Park Restaurant Festgrounds, 1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square. 354-3131.

Family

Beauty & the Beast
The enchanting tale, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Birds Of Prey
Meet live hawks, owls and falcons, Saturday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m.-noon. Registration required. Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh.
679-7524.
Babbling Brooks Workshop
Discover the brooks and streams at Tanglewood Preserve, Sunday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m. Make a boat that races down the brook. For ages 3-5. Center for Science Teaching and Learning at Tanglewood Preserve, 1 Tanglewood Rd, Rockville Centre. 764-0045 or www.CTSL.org.
Equine Exhibition
See dressage performance and Nassau County Mounted Pollice horses, with free riding lessons, pony rides, and more, Sunday, Sept. 20, noon-3 p.m. Muttontown Preserve, Muttontown Lane, East Norwich. 922-TAIL.
Sesame Street Live “1-2-3 Imagine!”
The Sesame Street gang returns with a new production that tranports the audiences to faraway places as Ernie captains the high seas, Thursday. Sept. 24, 7 p.m.; Friday, Sept. 25, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m., 2 and 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 27, 1 and 4:30 p.m. $12-$52. Nassau Colisum, Uniondale.
(800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Notices

Bel Canto Chorale
Singers, in all voices, are needed. The chorale performs two major concerts each year in addition to a benefit concert.  Rehearsals are Sunday evenings in Wantagh. Call 541-0726 or e-mail BelCantoChorale1@aol.com.
Merrick Chorale
The Merrick Chorale welcomes new members. Rehearsals are on Tuesday, 7:30-9:30 p.m., September through May. The Chorale rehearses at the Brookside School Community Center, Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick. For information, call 378-2285.
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 information, call Catherine Giordano at 922-4100, ext. 231 or www.millneck.org.
Gilbert & Sullivan Yiddish Light Opera Company
Gilbert & Sullivan Yiddish Light Opera Company of L.I., a cultural organization performing at libraries, senior housing, and charity events, is casting lead roles and chorus for Der Yiddisher Mikado. Performances take place in October, November and December. The roles and the story are the same as the English version.  Knowledge of Yiddish is not required. Auditions are held Wednesdays in September and October, 7:30 p.m., at Chatterton Elementary School, Merrick. For more information, call Eleanor Wolff at 295-2598.