Stepping Out

The Lords of 52nd Street are 'In a New York State of Mind'

Billy Joel's original band rocks on

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In Concert

The Lords of 52nd Street
The Piano Man’s classic hits come alive through the dynamic performance by the Lords of 52nd Street. Liberty DeVitto, Richie Cannata and Russell Javors — whom Billy Joel handpicked to join him in creating his classic hits and on tour — are back on stage together once again with some lively renditions of Joel’s beloved tunes. The band, with DeVitto on drums, Cannata on saxophone and Javors on rhythm guitar, brings their rockin’ “New York Sound” to the stage. Hear an eclectic mix of tunes from the Joel catalog, including hits and rarities, played with the same energy and passion as Joel himself. The Lords, who performed on “The Stranger,” “52nd Street” and “Glass Houses,” give it their all in this lively tribute.
Friday, March 10, 8 p.m. $57, $47, $37. The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.thespaceatwestbury.com.


Family Fun

Princess Frog: A Musical Fairy Tale
Lena Pennino-Smith’s contemporary adaptation of Italo Calvino’s Italian folk tale, full of wit and whimsy, is back on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage. Combine three young rambunctious princes, their Queen Mother, some magic rocks and an enchanted frog and see what unfolds. The Queen needs her sons to find their partners, and the audience is there to assist her by helping to shape the story. The charming performance includes shadow puppetry and upbeat original songs.
Friday, March 10, 10:15 a.m. and noon; Saturday, March 11, 11:30 a.m. $9 with museum admission ($7 members), $12 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or www.licm.org.

St. Patrick’s Day

Irish Festival
Feel the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day at Hofstra University’s annual salute to all things Irish, now in its 19th year. You don’t have to be from the Old Country to join the hooley and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in true Irish style. Enjoy music and dance performances, sample Irish cuisine and browse among the various crafters who exhibit their wares. This year’s festival features the McLean Avenue Band and the Black Velvet Band, along with the always-enjoyable Hirten Family Irish Dancers, a festival staple. McLean Avenue — featuring singer-songwriter Padraig Allen, renowned accordion player Buddy Connolly, violinist Jessica (“The Gypsy Princess”), guitarist/vocalist Joseph Biancorosso, and drummer Tony Ryan — blend together to create a dynamic, vibrant and memorable musical experience as they combine traditional Irish tunes and ballads with elements of rock, pop and rhythm and blues.
Sunday, March 12, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6, $5 seniors. Hofstra University, Mack Physical Education Center, North Campus, Hempstead. (516) 463-6582 or www.hofstra.edu/festivals.