Exhibits and more...
A Feast for the Eyes
An exhibit that explores how food has inspired art. Through a wide variety of media, eclectic portrayals of food, restaurants, cafes, shops, parties, and table decorations are offered. Artists represented include William Merritt Chase, Andy Warhol, Audrey Flack, Henri Matisse, George Grosz, Red Grooms, Claes Oldenberg, Roy Lichtenstein and Cindy Sherman, among others. Through Nov. 6. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
In Print
David Sanborn and Dave Koz
The acclaimed jazz saxophonists in concert together, Thursday, Aug. 25, 8 p.m. $109.50, $75, $65 and $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Mamma Mia
The feel-good jukebox musical based on ABBA’s hit songs, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 25-26, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 27 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 28, 2 and 7 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 30-31, 8 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
A Decade of Soul
Classic soul and Motown revue, featuring The Drifters’ Prentiss McNeil, Friday, Aug. 26, 8 p.m. $35, $30, $25, $20 and $15. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.paramountny.com.
It’s Broadway
Gunter Stern performs showtunes from Broadway hits, Friday, Aug. 26, 12:30 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.
354-5280.
Oldies Night
A salute to the classic R&B groups, featuring the Del-Satins, Friday, Aug. 26, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
The Taming of the Shrew
Shakespeare’s zany comedy of the sexes, Friday, Aug. 26, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 28, 7 p.m. $15. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Mansion Courtyard, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
God of Carnage
Yasmina Reza’s award-winning drama involving two highly strung couples who meet for a ‘civil’ discussion about a playground fight between their sons, and the aftermath of that meeting, Saturday, Aug. 27, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 29, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Will Rogers Follies
Musical that celebrates the life of famed humorist, performer and Oklahoma-native Will Rogers set within the famous Ziegfeld Follies, Saturday, Aug. 27, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 28, 2:30 p.m. $23, $21 seniors; $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under; $25 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Korean American Night
A cultural program of music and dance, Sunday, Aug. 28, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
The Cameos
The group presents “Oh What a Summer!,” Tuesday, Aug. 30, 8 p.m.; with Alexo pre-show, 7 p.m. Gazebo, Cedarhurst Park, Cedarhurst. 295-5770.
Culture Club
The ‘80s pop band returns, Tuesday, Aug. 30, 8 p.m. $299.50, $199.50, $124.50, $99.50, $74.50 and $54.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Gary Randazzo
Gary Randazzo closes out the summer concert season, Wedneday, Aug. 31, 8 p.m. Band Shell (behind Village Hall), 123 S. Central Ave., Valley Stream.
Family
Movie Night
See the classic MGM film, “The Wizard of Oz,” Thursday, Aug. 25, dusk. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow.
572-0355.
Kids in the Kitchen
Junior chefs can work on their culinary skills, Friday, Aug. 26, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Create a tasty treat and take home recipes. For ages 3-8. $5 with museum admission ($4 members). Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Wet and Wild
Visit the pond’s edge at Hempstead Lake State Park to explore life in and around this amazing habitat, Saturday, Aug. 27, 1:30-3 p.m. $4, $3 children. Reservations required. Hempstead Lake State Park, Rockville Centre. (631) 581-1072.
Movie Fun
See “Air Bud, the family drama about the friendship between a young boy and a talented stray dog with an amazing basketball playing ability, Monday, Aug. 29, 6:30 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Nature Maker Space
Explore “Our Backyard,” Long Island Children’s Museum’s outdoor environment, Monday through Friday, Aug. 29-Sept. 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Get inspired by the environment and interact with a variety of materials. Engage in gardening, nature fort building, art projects, observation stations, and more. For ages 3 and up. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Movie Time
See “Disney’s Zootopia,” the animated buddy cop comedy mystery adventure, Wednesday, Aug. 31, 8 p.m. Gazebo, Cedarhurst Park, Cedarhurst. 295-5770.