"Grand Illusion" is the latest evolution of Copperfield's art. His goal is take dreams (and maybe a few nightmares) and make them reality using state of the art wizardry.
"For magic to be relevant," Copperfield explained, "it has to evolve so it keeps up with, or even surpasses, the best film and theater. I want to base my work on what people really dream about. Most of us don't dream of pulling a rabbit out of a hat."
During this evening of wonder, "audiences get to watch their dreams come true, live, before their eyes and in three dimensions," Copperfield said. "It's an interactive experience of wish fulfillment. "Nothing like it has been done before."
Tickets are $65, $54 and $42. They are available from TillesCharge at (516) 299-3100 or www.tillescenter.org.
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville.
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 through distortion of formalism and convention. 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.
On Exhibit: Howard Behrens presents contemporary impressionist serigraphs on paper and canvas. Central Galleries, 430 Central Ave., Cedarhurst. 569-5686.
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. 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, Mar. 30, 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. 24-26, 8:30 p.m. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Promises, A new drama about family issues faced by a divorced women, Thursday through Saturday, Mar. 24-26, 8 p.m. $15, $10 seniors and students. Author's Playhouse, 34 W. Main St., Bay Shore. (631) 666-PLAY.
Proof, A drama about young women dealing with the death of her mentally unstable father, ending this weekend, Thursday through Saturday, Mar. 24-26, 8 p.m. $18 and $20 (Saturday). BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip.
(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, Mar. 25-26, 8:30 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, opening this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Mar. 25-26, 9 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 and Saturday, Mar. 25-26. Airport Playhouse, 218 Knickbocker Ave, Bohemia. (631) 589-7588.
rounding third, A clash of idealism and realism, played out on a Little League baseball field, Friday and Saturday, Mar. 25-26, 8 p.m. $16 and $18 (Saturday). BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Seussical, the musical, A musical comedy, Friday, Mar. 25, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Mar. 26, 7 p.m. $16-$20. CM Peforming Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale.
(631) 218-2810.
Family
The Adventures of Peter Rabbit, The charming rabbit comes to life, Saturday, Mar. 26, 11 a.m. North Fork Theatre at Westbury, formerly Westbury Music Fair. 960 Brush Hollow Rd, Westbury. (631) 888-9000 or www.musicfair.com.
Beauty And The Beast, A puppet show, Friday, Mar. 25, 10:45 a.m.,12:45 p.m.; Saturday, Mar. 26, 10:45 a.m., 1:45 and 4 p.m. $10. Long Island Puppet Museum.10 Heitz Pl., Hicksville. 932-5469.
The Jungle Book, A modern retelling of the classic story, with audience participation, Saturday, Mar. 26, 1 p.m. $8. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Mr. Easter Bunny, An original musical about the magic of the Easter Bunny, Saturday, Mar. 26, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
The Wizard Of Oz, The adventures of Dorothy and her friends "somewhere over the rainbow," ending this weekend, Saturday, Mar. 26, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
"Be A Clown" Workshop, Create a clown character, Monday and Tuesday, Mar. 28-29, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Explore pantomime, clown gags and face painting. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
