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Exhibits and More...
Feminine Image presents works by photographer Tina Barney, sculptor Donna Rosenthal and painter Aya Uekawa. The exhibit examines issues such as social acceptance, fashion, beauty, conformity, and individuality through clothing, jewelry and posture. Through Jan. 4. 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.
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 (through Dec. 8) and the Rochelle and Irwin A. Lowenfeld Exhibition Hall (through Oct. 26), Donald E. Axinn Library, 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 Nov. 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Transitions In Pine And Paint is a solo exhibition of paintings by Azita Rahmanian. Through Nov. 1. Baha’i Center of Nassau County’s Nine Doors Gallery, 11 West Jamaica Ave.,
Valley Stream.
TriCounty artists Of Long Island presents its annual Late Fall Membership Painting & Sculpture Exhibition, Nov. 1-14. Wisser Memorial Library, New York Institute of Technology, Northern Blvd., Old Westbury. 686-1158.
Vvisions ‘08 is an exhibit of photographs by the Photo Artists Network, a group of serious amateur photographers dedicated to the principle that “photography is art.” Through Oct. 31. The Barnes Gallery, Garden City. 538-4503.
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
Theater and Music
The Comic Chekhov, An interpretation of Chekhov’s “The Dangers of Tobacco,” “The Bear,” “The Proposal,” and “Swan Song,” Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m. $9, $7 seniors, students free. Nassau Community College’s Mainstage Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.
Footloose, Musical based on the 1984 hit film, Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m.$15, $12 seniors. Hofstra University’s John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Little Shop Of Horrors, The award-winning musical involving a flower shop assistant and a strange plant with a dastardly plan to take over the world, Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 and 7 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Breaking Legs, A madcap comedy about a playwright who finds himself getting funding for a new play from a Mafia family, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m. $20, $16 seniors/students Fridays and Sundays. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Dale Gonyea, The comic musician performs at “Cabaret at Club T,” Friday, Oct. 31, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $40 and $30. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville.(212) 307-4100 or (516) 299-3100 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Evita, The Tony Award-winning musical, Friday and Saturday, Oct.31 and Nov. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 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.
The Foursome, Comedy about four college chums home for their 25th reunion, Friday andSaturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 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.
Guys & Dolls, The award-winning musical comedy, Friday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 1, 4 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m. Halloween theatre party, Friday, Oct. 31, 6:45-7:45 p.m. Prizes for best costumes. $25, $20 seniors and students. Plaza Theatrical Productions, The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
The Pillowman, A dark comedy about a writer in a totalitarian state and the nature of good vs. evil, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Turn Of The Screw, Henry James’ classic tale of suspense, horror and repressed sexuality, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Manchester Chamber Orchestra, The Vermont-based orchestra performs Haydn, Tchaikovsky and Elgar, with soloist cellist Nathaniel Rosen, Saturday, Nov. 1, 8 p.m. $20. Freeport High School, 50 S. Brookside Ave., Freeport. 223-7659.
Twentieth Century, Ben Hecht’s and Charles MacArthur’s classic comedy, presented by Lantern Theatre, Saturday, Nov. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m. $15, $13 seniors Saturday only. Brookside School, 1260 Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick. 221-4485.
“On the Stump,” Jeff Newell’s New-Trad Octet combines the instrumentation of New Orleans brass band and an electric R&B group, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m. This free-wheeling ensemble uses infectious rhythm and joyful humor to celebrate the eccentricities of musical politics. $18, $15 seniors and students, $10 children under 12. Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center Theater, South Campust, Hempstead. 463-6644 or www.tickets.com.
Family
The Halloween Cat Princess, A charming tale told with modern lessons, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1-2, 1 p.m. $10. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Seussical Jr., Dr. Seuss’ beloved characters come to life in this condensed version of the family musical, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
A Bug’s Life, Help LICM decorate its “A Bug’s Life”-themed LICM holiday tree, by creating creepy, crawling handmade insect ornaments, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The tree will be auctioned at UCPN’s Festival of Trees, with proceeds going to The Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row., Garden City. 224-5800. www.licm.org.
