judy kaye
Enjoy an evening of cabaret, with Tony nominee Judy Kaye, who recently ended her two-year run in "Mamma Mia," at Tilles Center's 'Club T,' Saturday, Dec. 18, at 8 and 10 p.m.
The actress/singer, a Tony winner for her performance in Phantom of the Opera, performs a large repertoire culled from her many roles in Broadway, Off-Broadway and regional productions. In addition to her theater roles she has appeared on film in Sidney Lumet's "Just Tell Me What You Want."
She has delighted audiences on PBS' "In Performance at the White House," in concert with the Boston Pops, as well as in a variety of other venues. In addition, she has appeared as a regular on the television series "Mr. Deeds Goes To Town" and in guest-starring roles in "Law and Order," among other shows.
Tickets are $35 for the 8 p.m. performance and $25 for the 10 p.m. show. Tickets are available from TillesCharge at (516) 299-3100 or www.tillescenter.org.
Tilles Center, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville.
ALWAYS FUNNY
THE BROKERAGE CLUB 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 785-8655. Varied show schedule, including Goumba Johnny and The Italian Show, Open Mike Night, The Funniest Jewish Comic,Improv & Comedy Night, Mitch Walters, Paul Mercurio $5 Comic Night, All My Children's Jacob Young and Justin Bruening, and much more.
billy brady's saloon/restaurant 677 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square, 485-2320. Entertainment weekly. No cover.
C.J. Wellington's 30 New Hyde Park Rd., Franklin Square, 326-4990. Great grub and entertainment. There's something going on every weekend!
GOVERNOR'S Comedy Cabaret and Restaurant, 90 Division Ave., Levittown,
731-3358 (www.govs.com). Comedian showcase Thursdays with host John Trueson, 8 p.m., $10 plus two beverage minimum.
the inn 943 W. Beech St., Long Beach, 432-9220. Live music venue features the east coast's hottest acts every Friday and Saturday. DJ Tim spins until 4 a.m. Open Mic Night, Wednesdays.
ALWAYS FUN
Echo Park Indoor Pool
Complex, is a great place for year-round fun. A special lap swimming period is held Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7-10 a.m. For more information, call 483-7400.
EISENHOWER PARK, East Meadow, is a great place to bring the family on a sunny day or play some golf. For more information, call 572-0200; golf ticket office, 572-0327.
GRANT PARK, Hewlett, has activities for kids of all ages. There are children's playgrounds, picnic areas, roller skating rink and tennis courts. For more information, call
571-7821.
lido golf Course, Lido beach; Merrick Road park and Golf course, Merrick; North Woodmere Park (9 Hole), North Woodmere, offer year-round golf. For more information, call Lido Golf Course at 889-8181, Merrick Road Golf Course at 868-4650 or North Woodmere Park at 571-7814. Merrick Road Golf Course is home to South Shore Ladies Club. New members are always welcome. Obtain an application at the Clubhouse during business hours.
Norman J. Levy Park & Preserve, Merrick, is a fascinating place for a family outing. The park offers an array of wildlife, kayak launch, jogging and walking trail, fishing pier, and more, on 50 acres of a former landfill site. A staff of park rangers is on hand for guided tours. For more information, call 804-2000.
Exhibits and more...
Artist with attitude is an exhibit of thought-provoking paintings that highlight the Harlem Jazz era by self-taught artist Hulbert Waldroup. His work uses images and painting styles to provoke thoughts and feelings. Through Jan. 15. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS.
Fernando botero: works on paper is an exhibition of the famed Columbian artist's personal collection of his own works. His figural portrayals explore the human condition, spanning politics, history, romance, and family. Through Feb. 13. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Locals showcases the paintings, photographs, watercolors and sketches of area artists. Through Dec. 31. Orchid Gallery, 45 Clinton Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-2943.
playing, learning, working in Amsterdam's golden age: Jan Luyken's mirrors of daily life focuses on life in 17th century Holland. It is seen through the more than 110 pen and ink drawings and prints of Dutch author/illustrator Jan Luyken. Through Dec. 5. Emily Lowe Gallery, Hofstra Museum, Hofstra University, Hempstead.
463-5672.
the Provost Collects: dreidels as art features dreidels, which are used during Chanukah, often by children, from the collection of Hofstra University Provost Herman A. Berliner. The dreidels in this exhibition are considered works of art, rather than toys. Through Dec. 17. David A. Filerman Gallery, 9th Floor, Axinn Library, Hofstra University, Hempstead.
463-5672
"Women In the park" Portraits en plain air is an exhibit of 35 paintings in oils and watercolor. The artists represented include Robert Holden, Albert Wasserman, Kenneth Wilkinson, Chao-Min Liu and Albert Herr. Their unique vision of Central Park is seen in this exhibit. Through Jan. 8. LichtBlick Studios, 73 Church St., Malverne. 561-5654 or www.LichtBlickStudios.com
Young Visionaries showcases international artists representing several distinct cultures. Artists on exhibit include Enrique Martinez Celaya of Cuba and Wangeechi Mutu of Nairobi. Through Feb. 13. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
dwayne hickman's one-man show presents his limited edition prints and original artworks, Friday Dec. 3,reception 6-8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 4, 1-6 p.m. La Mantia Gallery, 127 Main St., Northport. (631) 754-8414.
"tea and talk" series presents an "armchair overview" of modern art by NCMA curator Franklin Hill Perell, relating to the recent reopening of the Museum of Modern Art, Monday, Dec. 6, 3:45-5 p.m. Part 1 of a four part series Reservations required. $25 fee, $20 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
Theater and music
The Art of Dining, A comic look at an "in-home" restaurant, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3-4, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 and 7 p.m. Also Thursdays. $16 and $18 (Saturdays). BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.
(631) 581-2700.
the girls next door, A concert of hit songs from the 50s through 70s, Friday, Dec. 3, 8 p.m. $12. East Meadow High School, 101 Carman Ave., East Meadow. 292-9000 ext. 382.
take me along, Musical based on Eugene O'Neill's "Ah, Wilderness," Friday andSaturday, Dec. 3-4, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 p.m.; Also Thursday. $12, $10 seniors and students. Nassau Community Colllege's Mainstage Theatre, 1 Education Dr., Garden City. 572-7676 or 572-7508.
Jacob Marley's christmas carol, Tom Mula's new perspective on the holiday classic, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3-4, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 p.m. $18 and $22 Saturdays. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale.
293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
My Three Angels, Sam and Bella Spewak's comedy set in French Guiana on Christmas Day, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3-4, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 5, 3 p.m. Also Thursdays. $16 Thursdays, $18 Fridays and Sundays, $22 Saturdays. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
strunz & farah, The guitar duo performs a crosss-cultural repertoire of international styles, Friday, Dec. 3, 9 p.m. $37.50, $28.50 IMAC members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-9666 or www.imactheater.org.
Gilbert & Sullivan from a to z, An original revue of 26 songs, performed by the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company, Saturday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m. $15, $12 seniors and students. The Ethical Humanist Society, 38 Old Country Rd., Garden City. 625-0484.
kwanzaa concert, A performance/lecture celebrating the seven principles of Kwanzaa, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2:30 p.m. Freeport Memorial Library, 144 W. Merrick Rd., Freeport. 379-3274.
united choral society, Performs a winter holiday concert, Tuesday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. Program includes selections from Handel's Messiah and Dvorak's Songs of Nature and Music of the Season. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 781-3552 or 791-2818.
Musical Director wanted, By the Long Beach Theatre Guild for its March, 2005 performances of "Meet Me In St. Louis." Call 432-2600 for more information or to apply.
Family
the nutcracker, Leggz Ltd. Dance's full length version, with a 70 piece orchestra, Friday, Dec. 3, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 4, 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 5, 3:30 p.m. $22 adults, $18 students. South Side High School, 140 Shepherd St., Rockville Centre. 766-7171.
Frosty the snowman, Help Frosty and Jenny save Chillsville, opening this weekend, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2 p.m. $8. 141 BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, Follow Rudolph from a baby reindeer, as he grows up to "save" Christmas, opening this weekend, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
The velveteen rabbit, The classic story of the stuffed toy rabbit made real by a boy's love, opening this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 4-5, 1 p.m. $8. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
