Best known for a couple of fluke hit singles, Ian has an impressive body of work that is reflected in 34 years of performances, 17 albums, 5 scores two Grammy Awards and 17 Grammy nominations
Ian rocked the nation with "Society's Child" at time when civil rights unrest was cresting. She has continued to release albums throughout the decades. Showing no signs of slowing down, she is spending much of 2005 on the road performing.
See how her folk ballads stand the test of time!
Tickets are $35 and $30. They are available at (516) 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Jeanne Rimsky Theatre at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington.
ALWAYS FUNNY
THE BROKERAGE CLUB 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 785-8655. Varied show schedule, including Eddie Clark, Greg Vaccariello, The Comedy Show & Improv, Open Mike Night, Rich Ramirez, $5 Comic Night, All My Children Show, General Hospital Show, and much more.
billy brady's saloon/restaurant 677 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square, 485-2320. Entertainment weekly. No cover.
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.
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.
DeMatteis Pavilion ice skating rink at EAB Plaza, Uniondale, is open daily for cold-weather fun. Rink provides skate rentals, snack bar, group lessons. For more information, call 683-0303 or www.eabplaza.com.
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, tennis courts and an ice skating rink. 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.
Exhibits and more...
El Greco features young artists who explore expressionism, inner vision and political ideals. The exhibit includes works by Fritz Chestnut, Oscar Camilo de las Flores, Angela de Rosette, Kysa Johnson, David Schild, and others. Through April 3. Islip Art Museum, Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish La., East Islip. (631) 224-5402.
A new narrative: Marden, Fitzpatrick, stella, warhol is a captivating exhibition featuring works by four exceptional 20th century artists. Each uses narrative imagery to explore subjects ranging from literature, history and mythology to current events and personal experience. The exhibit showcases 40 prints that vary from intimate etchings to larger-than-life-size portraits. Through May 1. Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250.
Picasso is the subject of Nassau County Museum of Art's latest exhibition. The complex artist's life and work is the focus of a special collection, primarily from one private collector, which includes ceramics, drawings, prints, and paintings. Through Apr. 17. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor.
484-9337.
Poetic Dimensions in modern still life is a traveling show that includes the still life paintings of approximately 20 members of the artist group Zeuxis. The artists come from diverse backgrounds and pursue a variety of styles. Through May 8. Hofstra University, Emily Lowe Gallery, Axinn Library, Hempstead. 463-5672.
tea and Tour OF THE EXHIBITION offers a private, guided tour of NCMA's Picasso exhibit, Wednesday, Apr. 6, 2:30 p.m. Executive director Constance Schwartz introduces the exhibit, prior to the docent-led tour. Program is followed by an elegant tea in Museum Cafe. Reservations required. $23 fee, $18 members. Nassau County Museum of Art,1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
Visual Ground is an exhibit of the works of four emerging artists that challenge the traditional concept of landscape. Through Apr. 4. Nassau Community College, Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, Collge Center Building, 1 Education Dr., Garden City. 572-7165.
Young Visionaries II showcases four young artists, each represnting distinctive cultures around the world. Wangechi Mutu, presents African fantasy collages; Till Freiwald offers portraits in watercolors; Jonathan Seliger creates sculptures of realistic objects; Maki Tamura, makes painted Asian scrolls. Through Apr. 17. Nassau County Museum of Art's Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Theater and music
Laughter On The 23rd Floor, Neil Simon's hilarious comedy, which pays homage to his early days in show business, Thursday through Saturday, Mar. 31-Apr. 2, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 3 p m. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
rounding third, A clash of idealism and realism, played out on a Little League baseball field, Thursday through Saturday, Mar. 31-Apr. 2, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 3 p.m. $16 and $18 (Saturday). BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Footloose, The high-energy musical story of the big city kid who shakes things up in a small midwestern town, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 1-2, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Lone Star & Private Wars, A bawdy comedy, about two rambunctious Texas brothers, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 1-2, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Nunsense Amen! The heavenly musical, about the hilarious talent show staged by surviving members of a nunnery, Friday through Sunday, Apr. 1-3. Airport Playhouse, 218 Knickbocker Ave, Bohemia. (631) 589-7588.
Promises, A new drama about family issues faced by a divorced women, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 1-2, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 3 p.m. $15, $10 seniors and students. Author's Playhouse, 34 W. Main St., Bay Shore.
(631) 666-PLAY.
Seussical, the musical, A musical comedy, ending this weekend, Friday, Apr. 1, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Apr. 2, 7 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 3 p.m. $16-$20. CM Peforming Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale.
(631) 218-2810.
Showboat In Concert. The musical revue, "An American Legend and Evening With The Music of Jerome Kern," is performed by the Gray Wig alumni repertory theater, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 1-2, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 3, 2 p.m. $20, $18 seniors, $12 students. Hofstra University's John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Spring concert, The Long Island Masterworks Chorus and Professional Orchestra performs Hayden and Mozart, Sunday, Apr. 3, 4 p.m. With finalists in the Masterworks'15th Anniversary Vocal Scholarship Competition. $25, $15 seniors and students. Jeanne Rimsky Theatre at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St. Port Washington.
(631) 262-0200
Springtime Musicale Tea, Performance showcase by American Theater Dance Workshop students in ballet, theater dance and musical theater, Sunday, Apr. 3, 2-4 p.m. $18 adults, $12 children. No tickets sold at door. Hofstra University Club, Hempstead. 628-1701.
Family
Alice In Wonderland, Don't be late to the tea party, complete with all the "unusual" characters, opening this weekend, Saturday, Apr. 2, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
The Jungle Book, A modern retelling of the classic story, with audience participation, Saturday, Apr. 2, 1 p.m. $8. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
"Light From Life" Workshop, Explore the undersea world of bioluminescence by examing marine animals that create light in their bodies, Saturday, Apr. 2, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Dissect a real squid, and then create a "bioluminescent" masterpieces. Appropriate for ages 6+. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Mr. Easter Bunny, An original musical about the magic of the Easter Bunny, ending this weekend, Saturday, Apr. 2, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.
(631) 581-2700.
