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 annual Late Fall Membership Painting & Sculpture Exhibition, through Nov. 14. 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. 13-15, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 16, 2 p.m.$10, $8 seniors. Hofstra University’s Black Box Theater, New Academic Building, South Campus, Hempstead.
463-6644.
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. 14-15, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 16, 3 p.m. $20, $16 seniors/students Fridays and Sundays. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.
The Foursome, Comedy about four college chums home for their 25th reunion, Friday and Saturday Nov. 14-15, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 16, 2:30 p.m. $25, $23 seniors, $18 students, $14 under 16. BroadHollow Theatre Company Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.
(631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
The Pillowman, A dark comedy about a writer in a totalitarian state and the nature of good vs. evil, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14-15, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 16, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale.
293-0674.
The Smell Of The Kill, Dark comedy about marriage and malice in “Desperate Housewives” style, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14-15, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 16, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2 and 8 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. 14-15, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 16, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Warsaw Philharmonic, Pianist Valentina Lisitsa is guest soloist, Saturday, Nov. 15, 8 p.m. Program includes Karlowicz, Liszt and Tchaikovsky. $90, $70, $50 ($87, $67, $47 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.
Garden City Chamber Music society, Soprano Lauren Skuce and baritone Daniel Gross with pianist Marija Stroke perform French Songs, including music by Debussy and Faure, Sunday, Nov. 16, 3 p.m. $10, $8 seniors/students. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. 248-8855.
Long Island Philharmonic, Violinist David Kim is guest soloist in “Tchaikovsky, Beethoven and Billy Joel,” Sunday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. $85, $68, $50, $38. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville.(631) 293-2222.
Long Island String Quartet, Soprano Cynthia Reynolds and tenor Richard Slade perform light classics, including duets by Gilbert and Sullivan, Sunday, Nov. 16, 3-5 p.m. New York Institute of Technology’s David G. Salten Hall, Northern Blvd., Old Westbury. 686-7640.
Molly Peacock, The renowned poet reads from her works at Hofstra University’s “Great Writers, Great Readings” series, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5410.
“Reel Ireland” Film Series, View “Man of Aran,” a film that examines rural Irish life in the 1930s, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 5-8 p.m. Discussion following film. Hofstra University's Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5424.
Family
The Halloween Cat Princess, A charming tale told with modern lessons, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 15-16, 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. 15, 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.
Seussical Jr., Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters come to life in this condensed version of the family musical, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Teddy Bear Tea Party, A teddy bear-themed event for ages 2-6, Saturday, Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. With continental breakfast, teddy bear parade, clowns, magicians, sing-along, and more. $25. Reservations required. Proceeds benefit UCPN. Long Island Marriott, Uniondale. 378-2000 ext. 651 or www.ucpn. org.
Who Took Tom The Turkey? Help solve the mystery of the missing Tom the Turkey before the last Thursday of November, Saturday, Nov. 15, 4 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.
(631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
