Arts And Entertainment

Exhibits and more...

America’s Irreplaceable Dance Treasures: The First 100
The exhibit showcases influential dance movements, institutions and individual artists who have shaped American dance. The 100 “treasures” encompass a wide range of styles and ideas in photographs and video clips. Through Dec. 6. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, 9th floor, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Gordon Cheung & Jonathan Seliger
An exhibition of two important contemporary artists. Gordon Cheung uses Financial Times stock listings in his multimedia paintings. His paintings are virtual-reality environments which comment on the ability of stock exchange numbers to deliver a “promised land” to people’s lives. Jonathan Seliger works with paint and canvas to produce three-dimensional structures. His works are included in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Brooklyn Museum, among others. Through Jan. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.

Long Island Moderns: Artists on the North Shore from Edward Steichen to Cindy Sherman
This exhibition celebrates the rich, yet often overlooked role of the North Shore of Long Island in American art. With 60 paintings, sculptures, photographs, and drawings. Through Jan. 10. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Lisa L. Cangemi Exhibition
See the works of Malverne-based artist Lisa L. Cangemi. Through Jan. 5. Zaraz Collection, 286 Broadway, Lynbrook. 837-3787.
A Long Island View
The works of the late Rockville Centre artist Don Resnick are on display. The retrospective focuses on his paintings, water colors and etchings of Long Island. Through Dec. 21. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000.
Norman Rockwell
An exhibit of Saturday Evening Post illustrator Norman Rockwell’s images that defined America and Americans, in this country and abroad. The exhibition includes Rockwell’s iconic Four Freedoms series of patriotic paintings symbolizing President Roosevelt’s wartime aims: Freedom of Speech, Freedom to Worship, Freedom from Want and Freedom from Fear. Through Jan. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
2009 Evers Place Gallery Invitational Exhibition
Evers Place, ‘A Gallery by the Sea,” exhibits works from its most popular artists of the past year. Through Jan. 7. 949 West Beech St., Long Beach. 208-7000 or www.eversplace.com.
Owl Prowl
Meet some of these secretive creatures, then take a walk to hear the calls of the Great-horned and Eastern Screech Owls, presented by Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center, Friday, Nov. 27, 7-9 p.m. $10, $7 members. Registration required. Varied locations. 922-3200 or email calbanese@audubon.org.

Theater/ Music

Bus Stop
William Inge’s romantic comedy about a bus full of weary travelers in a winter snowstorm, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27-28, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
It Had To Be You
Joseph Bologna and Renee Taylor’s comedy about a failed actress looking for love and success in New York, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27-28, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29, 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.
John Joseph With Johnny B
The two comedians present “A One Man Show Wit’ 2 Guys,” Friday, Nov. 27, 8 p.m. $45, $35, $25. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100 or (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Striking 12
Alternative holiday rock musical that tells the story of a grumpy overworked New Yorker who gets an unexpected visitor on New Year’s Eve, Saturday, Nov. 28, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29, 2:30 p.m. $25, $22 seniors, $18 students, $14 ages 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.

Family

Cool Science
A day of investigation and experimentation, Friday, Nov. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $50. CSTL at Tanglewood Preserve, 1 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre. 764-0045.
Pumpkin Drop
Bring leftover pumpkins to Cradle of Aviation’s 2nd annual Pumpkin Drop, Friday, Nov. 27, noon-3 p.m. Drop a pumpkin off the second floor balcony and watch it splat. Cradle of Aviation Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 572-4111 or www.cradleofaviation.org.
Race To Space
Explore the quest to discover the moon, Friday, Nov. 27, 1 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 28, 3 p.m. Create a model of one of the earliest prototypes of a NASA nanorover. Ages 5 and up. $3 with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Frosty The Snowman
Frosty and his friend Jenny must save Chillsville from an evil plan to melt all the snow, Saturday, Nov. 28, 1 p.m. $8. 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 775-4420 or (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
High School Musical
The Disney phenomenon, Saturday, Nov. 28, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29, 3 p.m. $20. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe
The vibrant musical, based on the C.S. Lewis classic, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Nov. 28, 11 a.m. Performance followed by meet and greet with the cast. $10. The Showplace at Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
Native American Animal Antics
Hear traditional Native American tales of animals, Saturday, Nov. 28, 1-2 p.m. Sit up close with live animals and learn about their special meaning to Native Americans. With take home craft. $3. Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. 922-3200 or trsac@audubon.org.

The Nutcracker
Long Island Ballet Theatre performs its version of the holiday classic, Saturday, Nov. 28, 1 and 4 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 29, 2 p.m. $25, $20 children. Also Kingdom of the Sweets, $10; Tea party with Clara & Friends, $20 on Nov. 29 at noon. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (866) 811-4111.
The Nutcracker
A non-ballet version of the classic story, with lyrics added to the legendary Tchaikovsky score, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2 p.m. $8; $20 admission to show and milk and cookies with Mrs. Claus. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
Follow Rudolph’s adventures from baby to an adult who saves Christmas, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2 p.m. $10; $22 admission to show, milk and cookies with Santa. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Bayway Arts Center, 265 East Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Winter Toy Shoppe
A world of toys come to life in this holiday tale, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2 p.m. $9. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Winter Sparkle
Make your winter sparkle with special decorations made of foam, glitter and a bit of imagination, Tuesday through Friday, Dec. 1-4, 2:30-4 p.m. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Breakfast With Santa
Continental breakfast features holiday singing and dancing, face painting, entertainment, gifts for each child, and, of course, a visit from Santa himself, Sunday, Dec. 6, 9:30-11 a.m. $25 per person. Reservations required. A Festival of Trees event benefiting United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County. Long Island Marriott, Uniondale. 378-2000 ext. 651.

Notices

Performing Arts College Information Session
Plaza Theatrical Productions’ Performing Arts Academy presents a college information session for students interested in the performing arts, Thursday, Dec. 3, 6-7:30 p.m. Parents are invited to attend. Fee is $25 per family (no fee for currently enrolled Plaza Performing Arts Academy students). Registration required. 34 Forest Ave., Lynbrook. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.