Using mostly black and white portraits of people he photographed through the years, Levy transforms them into colorful, dynamic images, with bright and vivid colors. Through Feb. 25. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett.
374-1967.
Five Centuries of Art: Selections from the Permanent Collection
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.
Rediscovering Slobodkina: A Pioneer of American Abstraction
A retrospective that celebrates the 100th anniversary of Russian-American artist Esphyr Slobodkina’s birth. Abstract paintings, whimsical sculptures, and works on paper are included. Through Mar. 22. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington.
(631) 351-3250.
Robert Rauschenberg and His Contemporaries: Recent Prints from Universal Limited Art Editions
An homage to the artist, who died in May 2008. The exhibit features examples from Rauschenberg’s last print series, titled The Lotus Series, with imagery drawn from contemporary China, a favorite destination of the artist. Jasper Johns’ enigmatic style will be represented by many recent examples of his work. Two beautiful recent lithographs by Helen Frankenthaler will also be included . A photogravure by Chuck Close and a lithograph by James Rosenquist will be featured as well. Joining the work of these modern American masters willbe cutting-edge graphics by other important artists. Through Apr. 5. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington.
(631) 351-3250.
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. 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.
White House Pets: Ambassadors at Large
The exhibit 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. The Old Orchard, Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, 12 Sagamore Hill, Oyster Bay. 922-4788 or www.nps.gov/sahi.
Long Island Collects
The outstanding holdings of several Long Island art collectors, are presented in this exhibit. The important art movements included are Impressionism (exemplified by Cezanne, Renoir and Pisarro), Modernism (exemplified by Picasso and de Chirico) and Post-War American Art (exemplified by Larry Rivers, Jim Dine and Cindy Sherman). Through Mar. 15. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Poetic Journey: Hudson River Paintings from the Grey Collection
The Hudson River school paintings are featured in this exhibit, in conjunction with Long Island Collects, which marks the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson’s exploration of what came to be called the Hudson River. View works by masters of the genre such as Thomas Moran, Albert Bierstadt, George Inness and John Frederick Kensett, among others. Through Mar. 15. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Theater/ Music
Crimes of the Heart
Beth Henley’s Pulitzer Prize-winning tragic comedy about the crises endured by three sisters, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 23-24, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 25, 3 p.m. $20, $16 seniors/students Fridays and Sundays. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.
Evita
The Tony Award-winning musical about the life of Argentina’s Eva Peron, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 23-24, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 25, 2:30 p.m. $25, $23 seniors, $18 students, $14 ages 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
Maggie’s Getting Married
Romantic comedy about family preparing for their daughter’s wedding, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 23-24, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 25, 2:30 p.m. $25, $22 seniors, $18 students, $14 ages 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700.
Political Notes
The world premiere of a politically correct musical review, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 23-24, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m. With musical selections from many popular shows, including Fiorello!, The Will Rogers Follies, Mr. President, Annie, Merrily We Roll Along, All American, First Lady Suite, Tintypes, Call Me Madam, and more. $25, $23 seniors 65+, $15 students, $10 children under 12. Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center Theater, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Tony DeSare
The exciting young vocalist presents “In the Cool, Cool of the Evening,” Friday, Jan. 23, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $40 at 7:30 p.m.; $30 at 9:30 p.m Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100 or (212) 307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com.
The Country Girl
Cillford Odet’s classic backstage story about the wife of an actor down on his luck, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 23-24, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 25, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Keiko Matsui
The jazz pianist in concert, Saturday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m. $40, $30 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS or www.imactheater.org.
Steve Earle Solo & Acoustic with Allison Moorer
The country rocker performs with his wife, singer/songwriter Allison Moorer, Saturday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m. $50 and $55. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
The Apollo Trio
Violinist Curtis Macomber, cellist Michael Kannen and pianist Marija Stroke perform Hayden, Beethoven and Dvorak, Sunday, Jan. 25, 3 p.m. $10, 8 seniors and sdtudents. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. 248-8855 or
(212) 787-7088.
Rockin’ for Autism
Top local bands perform in a benefit concert for the Developmental Disabilities Institute, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2-8 p.m. Lineup includes The Stanton Anderson Band, Barnaby Bye, Seven Turns, Nacho Mama’s Band, and Dusty Rose. $20 donation. Mulcahy’s Pub and Music Hall, 3232 Railroad Ave., Wantagh.
(631) 366-2978.
Family
Aristocats
Madame’s jealous butler, Edgar, catnaps Duchess and her Aristokittens and abandons them in the Parisian countryside in this production based on the beloved tale, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 775-4420 or (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Cinderella Goes Disco
An audience participation play that combines three traditional fairy tales, Saturday and Sunday Jan. 24-25, 1 p.m. $10. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
A Year With Frog And Toad
A charming musical, set to a jazzy score, based on Arnold Lobel’s award-winning books, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2 p.m. $9. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Willy Wonka Junior!
Charming musical about the beloved candy man features music from the classic film, Saturday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m. Performance followed by meet-and-greet with the cast. $10, includes popcorn and soda. Plaza Theatrical Productions, The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
Chinese New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Year of the Ox by exploring the art of Chinese Scrolls, Sunday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m. Learn the six basic brush strokes used to create Chinese characters, then create a Chinese Scroll. For ages 7 and up. $3 with museum admission ($2 LICM members). Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row., Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Gary Ferrar’s Ah! Real Magic!
High energy show highlighting the world of magic, from stage illusions to close-up tricks, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre Company Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.
(631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Spherus
Greg Kennedy, a master juggler and international juggling champion, takes ordinary objects and does extraordinary things, Sunday, Jan. 25, 1 and 3:30 p.m. He is joined by two aerialist dancers. $1.50 Seating is limited. Nassau Community College, College Center Building, Garden City. 572-7153.
