The exhibit examines issues such as social acceptance, fashion, beauty, conformity, and individuality through clothing, jewelry and posture. Through Jan. 4, 2009. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Five Centuries of Art: Selections From The Permanent Collection is an exhibit that spans the breadth of Heckscher Museum’s Permanent Collection of paintings. On display are Old Master works, landscapes by European and American artists, a small selection of 17th-210th century portraits, and more. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250.
Political Winter Redux examines the nature of political art from yesterday, today, and tomorrow. The artists featured have a unique ability to tap into the collective unconscious of our world and express it in the most definite terms. Through Dec. 23. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre.
The Presidents: 1993-2005 explores the 20th century presidencies of Franklin Delano Roosevelt through William Jefferson Clinton, with photographs, documents, and other conference mementos. Through Dec. 8. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Donald E. Axinn Library, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Sacred To The Memory: Photographs by Robert Reinhardt explores the “sacred ground” in cemeteries of Scotland, where each site encompasses a unique slice of history, culture, religion, art and architecture.Through Feb. 6, 2009. Hofstra University’s Rochelle and Irwin A. Lowenfeld Conference and Exhibition Hall, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, 10th floor, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Tiffany Lamps: Articles Of Utility, Objects Of Art includes approximately 45 major works and includes displays of how the glass and lamps were made. The objects and displays are from the world-renowned Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass, curated by Lindsay Parrott. An accompanying exhibition, Tiffany and the Gilded Age, shows Tiffany’s influence on the art styles of his time, emphasizing Art Nouveau as a decorative theme. The presentation includes furniture, ceramics and objets d’art, jewelry, and paintings by the avant-garde artists of the period – all presented in a typical room environment. Through Jan. 4, 2009. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
TriCounty artists Of Long Island presents its Invitational Art & Sculpture Exhibition, featuring varied paintors and sculptors. Through Dec. 1. Wisser Memorial Library, New York Institute of Technology, Northern Blvd., Old Westbury. 686-1158.
White House Pets: Ambassadors At Large looks at the many ways in which animals have been part of White House history. It incorporates 50 historic and contemporary images and cartoons of White House animals through the years — from the magpie sent to Thomas Jefferson by the Lewis and Clark expedition, to George W. Bush’s Scottish terrier Barney, who starred in his own web-cam series. Through January 2009. The Old Orchard Museum, Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, 12 Sagamore Hill, Oyster Bay. 922-4788 or www.nps.gov/sahi.
Theater and music
The Great White Hope, The fictionalized story of Jack Johnson, who became the first heavyweight champion of the world in 1908, Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 20-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, 2 p.m.$10, $8 seniors. Hofstra University’s Black Box Theater, New Academic Building, South Campus, Hempstead.
463-6644.
A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens’ classic holiday tale, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21-22, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Breaking Legs, A madcap comedy about a playwright who finds himself getting funding for a new play from a Mafia family, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21-22, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 p.m. $20, $16 seniors/students Fridays and Sundays. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.
George Harrison Tribute Concert, Musicians from the Alan Parsons Project Band commemorate former Beatle George Harrison’s death, Friday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. The concert and related presentation delves into Harrison’s spiritual and environmental interests. Online registration required at www.hofstra.edu/marketplace (then click on School of University Studies, then click concerts). Hofstra University's Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5424.
The Original Wailers, Bob Marley’s celebrated band performs, Friday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. $45, $34 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-9666 or www.imactheater.org.
The Smell Of The Kill, Dark comedy about marriage and malice in “Desperate Housewives” style, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21-22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, 2:30 p.m. $28, $25 seniors, $14 ages 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Turn Of The Screw, Henry James’ classic tale of suspense, horror and repressed sexuality, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21-22, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Dresden Ataatskapelle, Pianist Rudolf Buchbinder is featured in a program of Beethoven and Brahms with Europe’s venerable ensemble, Saturday, Nov. 22, 8 p.m. $110, $82, $52 ($107, $79, $49 seniors). Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100, Ticketmaster at (212) 307-4100 or www.tillescenter.org.
Retrofest 18, A 1969 tribute concert to benefit Friedberg JCC's Sunrise Day Camp, Saturday, Nov. 22, 8:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m. The concert closely follows the instrumentation and set list of bands who performed at Woodstock. $10 minimum donation. Sunset Grill, 4068 Sunrise Hwy., Seaford. (516) 785-4952 or www.retro69.net.
Film Screening, Valley Stream resident Joe Pontillo presents “Street of the Dead,” an independent film written, directed and produced by Pontillo, Sunday, Nov. 23, 6 p.m. With comedy opening act. $5. Islip Pavillion, 410 W. Main St., Islip.(631) 650-1942.
Long Island Youth Orchestra, The orchestra performs Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 and works by Bizet, Liszt and Bach Stokowski, Sunday, Nov. 23, 2 p.m. $15, $5 seniors and students. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 484-5032.
Treasures Of Sephardic Song, The Gerard Edery Ensemble perform secular and liturgical songs that trace the musical synergies between Christians, Arabs and Jews, Sunday, Nov. 23, 1 p.m. $16, $14 seniors and students. Hofstra University’s Student Center Theater, North Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644 or 463-5569.
Qine And Cheese With Gilbert And Sullivan, The Gilbert and Sullivan Light Opera Company present highlights the upcoming production of “The Yeomen of the Guard,” Sunday, Nov. 23, 5 p.m. The fundraising concert includes food, wine and beverages. $25. Reservations preferred. Ethical Humanist Society, 38 Old Country Rd., Garden City.
795-7745 or www.theatermania.com
Family
The Halloween Cat Princess, A charming tale told with modern lessons, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23, 1 p.m. $10. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Pinocchio, The classic musical tale, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Nov. 22, 11 a.m. Performance followed by meet-and-greet with the cast. $10, includes popcorn and soda. The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
Madeline’s Christmas, The beloved French schoolgirl in a holiday tale, Saturday, Nov. 22, 1 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Who Took Tom The Turkey? Help solve the mystery of the missing Tom the Turkey before the last Thursday of November, Saturday, Nov. 22, 4 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.
(631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
