Stepping Out

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Weekly calendar of exhibits, theater, music and more

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Africa: Sub-Saharan Diversity
Drawn exclusively from the Hofstra University Museum’s collections, this exhibition explores the rich diversity of 25 ethnic cultures across West and Central Africa. Themes of protection, prestige, and masquerade are illustrated through selected masks, weapons, sculptures, jewelry, and textiles. Through Aug. 12. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
In Print

An exhibit that focuses on printmaking processes such as relief (woodblock, woodcut, linocut) intaglio (engraving, etching, mezzotint, aquatint), planographic (lithograph, monotype) and stencil (screenprint, pochoir) prints. Drawn from Hofstra University Museum’s collections and dating from the late 16th to the 21st century, featured artists include Romare Bearden, Albrecht Durer, Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, Andy Warhol, Max Weber, and James McNeill Whistler. Through Sept. 18. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Master of Illusion: The Magical Art of Gary Erbe
The exhibition traces the artist’s career from his early trompe l’oeil works to his more recent paintings that combine trompe l’oeil realism with modernist tendencies, inspired by popular culture. Through Aug. 28. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Afternoon Movie
See the action thriller “London Has Fallen,” a sequel to “Olympus Has Fallen,” Friday, July 15, 2:30 p.m.; also “The Confirmation,” the dramedy about a divorced dad who tries to reconnect with his young son, Tuesday, July 19, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.
354-5280.
Friday Flick
See “Downton Abbey” Season 4 episodes 5-6, Friday, July 15, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Movie Matinee
See “Spotlight,” the story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, Friday, July 15, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Movie Time
See “The Finest Hours,” the disaster thriller detailing a daring 1952 Coast Guard rescue off the New England seaboard, Monday, July 18, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
Vive La France
Examine France’s influence on musical theater, with theatrical historian John Kenrick, Monday, July 18, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
On Screen
See “The Big Short,” the comedy-drama based on Michael Lewis’ non-fiction 2010 book about the 2007–2008 financial crisis triggered by the housing market collapse, Tuesday, July 19, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
At the Movies
See “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” the long-awaited seventh episode of the sci-fi saga, Wednesday, July 20, 1:30 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Film Showing
See “Trumbo,” the biopic of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, one of the “Hollywood Ten” blacklisted for refusing to cooperate with Congress’ anti-Communist witch hunt during the Cold War, Thursday, July 21, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Robin Greenstein
The singer-songwriter performs with Stuart Markus of Gathering Time, Thursday, July 14, 7 p.m. Program includes, folk, pop, sea chanteys, and original tunes. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, Courtyard, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
FM

A Steely Dan tribute, with the lively band, Thursday, July 14, 8 p.m. Merrick Road Park, Merrick. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Anything Goes

The classic boy-meets-girl musical, featuring Cole Porter’s magical score, Friday and Saturday, July 15-16, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 17, 2:30 p.m. $25, $23 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under, $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Justin Moore

The up-and-coming country singer-songwriter in concert, Friday, July 15, 8 p.m. $99.50, $69.50, $49.50 and $39.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra
The Nassau Pops, directed by Louis Panacciulli, in concert, Friday, July 15, 8 p.m. With vocalists Jack and Ann Cassin. Greis Park, Horton Ave., Lynbrook. 565-0646 or www.nassaupops.com.
New York Revue
An evening of doo-wop featuring the Clusters and Manhattan Skyline, Friday, July 15, 8 p.m, Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
Romeo and Juliet
A modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s iconic tale of forbidden love, Friday, July 15, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 17, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, July 20, 8 p.m. $15. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Mansion Courtyard, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Blackstreet
The R&B group in concert, Saturday, July 16, 8 p.m. $99.50, $59.50 and $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Into The Woods
Stephen Sondheim’s Brothers Grimm-inspired award-winning musical, Saturday, July 16, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 17, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, July 20, 2 p.m. $23, $21 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under; $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Moonlight and Magnolias
An affectionate portrait of the legendary movie producer, David Selznick and his collaborators, Saturday, July 16, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 17, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Robert Davi Sings Sinatra
The singer-actor interprets Sinatra’s timeless tunes, Saturday, July 16, 8 p.m.; with Italian-American Night, 6:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
‘80s Explosion
Alisha, Somethin Fresh and Michael Live Project in concert, Sunday, July 17, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
Broadway Showstoppers
A musical revue of Broadway hits, Monday and Tuesday, July 18-19, 7:30 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Tribute to Carole King
Joey Arminio & The Family in concert, Tuesday, July 19, 8 p.m.; with Magic by The Boz pre-show, 7 p.m. Gazebo, Cedarhurst Park, Cedarhurst. 295-5770.
Picnic Pops
Aurora Flores and Zon del Bario in concert, Wednesday, July 20, 7 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m. Program includes salsa, merengue, bomba, and other genre of Latin music. $12, kids 17 and under free with adult. Picnics encouraged. Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Tribal Legacy
An evening of Caribbean music, with reggae and soca, Wednesday, July 20, 8 p.m. Terrace Gardens Park, Inwood. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Mama Mia
The feel-good jukebox musical based on ABBA’s hit songs, Thursday and Friday, July 21-22, 8 p.m.; Saturday, July 22, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 23, 2 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
NY Bee Gees
The band performs a Bee Gees tribute, Thursday, July 21, 8 p.m. Echo Park, West Hempstead. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Steve Adelson Stick-Tet Featuring the Ucci Brothers

Stevel Adelson performs with Chieli Minucci and Frank Bellucci aka the Ucci Brothers,Thursday, July 21, 7:30 p.m. No cover. Proceeds benefit the Long Island Jazz Festival. Bonefish Grill, 340 Sunrise Hwy., Rockville Centre. 766-1238.

Family

Movie Night
See “Hotel Transylvania 2” outdoors on Eisenhower Park’s big screen, Thursday, July 14, dusk. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0355.
Magic Show
Interactive magic and illusions, with the Magic of Amore, Friday, July 15, 2 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Movie Fun
See the Disney Pixar fantasy adventure, “The Good Dinosaur,” Monday, July 18, 2 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Art in the Garden
An outdoor art workshop, Tuesday, July 19, 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Take inspiration from summer light and the garden setting to explore Willem De Kooning’s hands-on techniques. $3 with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Movie in the Park
See “Despicable Me 2,” the animated comedy sequel featuring the return of Gru, the girls and the hilarious minions Tuesday, July 19, 8:40 p.m. Cedar Creek Park, Merrick Rd., Seaford. 572-0355.
Movie Matinee
See “Inside Out,” Disney-Pixar’s acclaimed animated coming-of-age comedy-drama, Wedneday, July 20, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.