McClure creates an engaging sensory experience, capturing the movement, sound and light of such classic carnival entertainments as the Ferris wheel, carousel and other rides. Her robotic animals also play on our fascination with machines and simulated movement. Through May 25. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Facing Destiny: Children in European Portraiture
Court painters traditionally portrayed the privileged world of royalty through their costume, jewelry and emblems of office. This exhibit glimpses personalities such as Maria Theresa of Austria or Louis XIV of France when they were shown as miniature adults. Through May 25. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Tranquil Power: The Art of Perle Fine
An original retrospective that explores the work Perle Fine, a Hofstra faculty member and one of the few female abstract expressionists. Her works, spanning 50 years, include paintings, prints, drawings, and wood assemblages. Through June 26. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, behind Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Perle Fine and Friends: An Intimate Portrait
The companion exhibit to “Tranquil Power: The Art of Perle Fine” features a selection of historic photographs, depicting Perle Fine, Jackson Pollock, Lee Krasner, Elaine de Kooning, Willem de Kooning, and others in Fine’s various artistic circles, by her husband professional photographer Maurice Berezov. Through June 26. Hofstra University Museum, David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus, Hofstra University, Hempstead.
463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Adieux
The works of Molloy College graduating art seniors are on display. Through June 30. Molloy College’s Art Gallery, Kellenberg Hall, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6449.
Winslow Homer: Illustrating America
Winslow Homer’s woodcuts, made first for such publications as Harpers Weekly, became the basis for the artist’s early fame. The exhibition features more than 100 prints from illustrated weeklies and journals. Through May 25. Nassau County Museum of Art, Second Floor Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Theater/ Music
The Odd Couple
Neil Simon’s comedy, Thursday and Friday, May 14-15, 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 16, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. $50. John W. Engeman Theater at Northport, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Salon Evening
Varied cabaret artists in concert, hosted by Kate Beckman, Thursday, May 14, 8 p.m. $10 cover charge. Reservations required. Serenata Kaffe, 220 Sunrise Hwy., Rockville Centre. 255-0770.
Breaking And Entering
Comedy about a charming con man who breaks into what he thinks is an empty apartment, Friday and Saturday, May 15-16, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 2:30 p.m. $22, $20 seniors, $18 students, $14 under 16. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
The Complete Works of Wilm Shkspr (Abridged)
A macap play that strings together the entire Shakespeare canon with three actors playing all the parts, Friday and Saturday, May 15-16, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
The Last Of The Red Hot Lovers
Classic comedy about a middle aged married man who wants to join the sexual revolution and his rendevous with three women, Friday and Saturday, May 15-16, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Stick-Tet Trio
Steve Adelson performs on Chapman Stick, with David Langlois on washboard and percussion and special guest guitarist Chieli Minucci (from Special EFX), Friday, May 15, 9:30 p.m. Lola’s, 180 West Park Ave., Long Beach. 431-0044.
Verdict
Original mystery play by Agatha Christie, Friday and Saturday, May 15-16, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 3 p.m. $20, $15 seniors/students Fridays and Sundays. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.
An Evening With The Stars Of Doo Wop
Johnny Maestro and The Brooklyn Bridge and Herb Reed and The Platters perform, with teenage singing sensations Kid Kyle and special guest Bobby Rydell, Saturday, May 16, 7 p.m. $55, $45, $35. Tilles Center, CW. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100 or (212) 307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Beyond Therapy
Christoper Durang’s satire on relationships and psychiatric treatment, Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. $15, $13 seniors and students Saturday. Lantern Theatre, Brookside School, 1260 Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick. 221-4485.
Jill Sobule
The singer-songwriter in concert, Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m. $40 and $35. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Second Stage Comedy Improv
The Second Stage Comedy Troupe performs routines without scripts, with audience input, Saturday, May 16, 10:30 p.m. $12. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
Waldorf Choral Society
The choir presents music from light operas and musicals, with piano, narrator, and soloists, Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m. $20, $18 seniors and students, $5 under 12. Waldorf School, 225 Cambridge Ave., Garden City. 747-4457.
John Pizzarelli
Bandleader John Pizzarelli, appears with The New York All Star Big Band in “Dear Mr. Sinatra,” an evening of songs made famous by Sinatra, Sunday, May 17, 7 pm. $75, $50, $35. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, CW. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100 or (212) 307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Swingtime Big Band
The 18 piece band performs music of the Swing Era, Sunday, May 17, 4 p.m.; dance lesson at 3 p.m. $18 in advance, $20 at door. Program includes a mixture of Big Band classics and a special tribute to Benny Goodman, ‘The King of Swing,’ in honor of his 100th Birthday. Jewish Community Center of West Hempstead, 711 Dogwood Ave.,West Hempstead. 481-7448.
ERASE Racism Annual Benefit
A Common Thread: Celebrating People of the African Diaspora features music and fine cuisine, Tuesday, June 2, 5:30-9 p.m. Suzy D. Sonenberg, Executive Director, Long Island Community Foundation is honored. With fine arts/accessories marketplace. $125. Carlyle on the Green, Bethpage. RSVP Rosemarie Walker at
921-4863 or rosemarie@eraseracismny.org.
Family
Honk!
Musical romp based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic “The Ugly Duckling,” presented by Cultural Arts Playhouse, Friday, May 15, 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 16, noon and 3:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. $20, $18 students and seniors ($17 members). Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (866) 811-4111 or www.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/638255.
Aladdin
Musical based on the beloved tale, presented by Magic Curtain Players, Saturday, May 16, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Disney’s High School Musical
The stage version of Disney Channel’s smash hit musical, Saturday, May 16, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. $20, $18 seniors. $14 youth 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
The Pirates of Treasure Island
Ride the high seas to adventure, Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17, 1 p.m. $8. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The Wizard Of Oz
Venture down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy and her friends, Saturday, May 16, 2 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 775-4420 or www.broadhollow.org.
Notices
The BroadHollow at Elmont
will hold auditions for its fall production of Sweeney Todd. All parts open except for Sweeney, Mrs. Lovett and Johanna. Bring 16 bars of music, headshot and resume. Auditions take place Monday and Tuesday, June 1-2, 7 p.m., at The BroadHollow Theatre at Elmont, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. For further information, call 516-775-4420 or visit www.broadhollow.org.
