Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

Accelerate
A juried exhibition of emerging artists with disabilities. This mixed media show presents works by artists ages 16-25. Through Dec. 22. Nassau Community College's Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, College Center Building, Garden City.
572-0619.
Acquired Riches: Highlights From The Hofstra University Museum Collection

An exhibit celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, highlights the artists, genres, and cultures represented in the Hofstra University Museum collection. On view are paintings by Karel Appel, Edwin Dickinson, Conrad Felixmüller, Paul Gauguin, George Grosz, Johan Barthold Jongkind, and Joan Mitchell; works on paper by Jean Charlot, Arthur Bowen Davies, James Rosenquist, and Georges Rouault; photographs by Donna Ferrato, Ralph Gibson, Danny Lyon, August Sander and Andy Warhol; and works of art from Africa, China, Japan, Mexico, and Oceania. Through Dec. 17. Hofstra University's Emily Lowe Gallery, Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Displaced Persons Camps: Rebuilding Culture And Community In The Aftermath Of World War II
Albums, memories and reflections of former displaced persons are displayed in this exhibit, written and curated by Lillian Gewirtzman and produced by Marilyn Rabetz. Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, 100 Crescent Beach Rd., Glen Cove. 571-8040 ext. 100 or www.holocaust-nassau.org.
“For Us The Living” – The Civil War In Paintings
The sights and drama of the Civil War are portrayed in an exhibit of paintings by Mort Künstler, considered to be the leading contemporary painter of Civil War scenes. His work is esteemed for its authenticity based on years of research. Approximately 50 paintings and a selection of documentary objects are on view. Through Jan. 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
The Honeymooners
3-D pop artist Charles Fazzino's latest works are on display. Through December. Central Galleries, 443 Central Ave., Cedarhurst. 569-5686 or
www.centralgalleries.com.
National League Of American Pen Women
A compilation of over 40 works from active members of the Long Island branch of the organization, which was founded in 1897 to help female writers, journalists, and artists. Through Dec. 17. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6549.
2D/3D: Paintings By Keith Mayerson, Sculpture By Kent Henrickson
This two-person exhibit features painter Keith Mayerson and sculptor Kent Henrickson. Through Jan. 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Holiday House Tour
Visit Malverne's picturesque homes decorated for the holidays, presented by the Malverne Civic Association, Saturday, Dec. 11, 5-8 p.m. $25. Tickets required. Joseph L. Landers Memorial Restoration, 369 Ocean Ave., Malverne.
(516) 242-1522 or www.malvernecivic.org.

Theater/ Music

Bus Stop
William Inge's famous play about eight characters stuck at a diner during a freak snowstorm, presented by NCC Theatre and Dance Department, Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 9-11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 2 p.m. $9, $7 seniors. Nassau Community College's Mainstage Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.
The Sound Of Music
The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 9-10, 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 2 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 15, 8 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport.
(631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Adelphi Jazz Ensemble
Dave Lobenstein leads the student ensemble, Friday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m. The ensmble performs a blend of classic arrangements by Coltrane, Davis, Ellington, and Parker. $15 and $10. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, Garden City.
877-4000.
All About The Marriage Hearse
Comedy about a twenty-something Catholic/Jewish Manhattan couple discussing marriage, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 10-11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Annie
The award-winning musical, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 10-11, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 3 p.m. $20, $16 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
A musical adaptation of "Miracle On 34th Street," Friday and Saturday, Dec. 10-11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 youths 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Rembering Phil Ochs
The '60s singer-songwriter/activist is rememered in a tribute concert, Friday, Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Pat Wictor, Kim and Reggie Harris, John Flynn, Joe Jencks, and Magpie perform. $20 in advance, $22 at door. Garden Stage at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. 248-8855 or
www.GardenStage.com.
The Normal Conquests: Part II, Living Together
Alan Ayckbourn's second installment of his trilogy continues the mad-cap adventures of Norman's seductions, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 10-11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 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.
Hofstra Symphony Orchestra
David Ramael directs the orchestra in "The Simple Life (or not)," Saturday, Dec. 11, 8 p.m.; pre-concert lecture, 7:15 p.m. Concert featuresBartok's "Rumanian Folk Dances," Holst's "Hammersmith" and Beethoven's Sixth Symphony in F Major, "Pastorale. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University's John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Oceanside Chorale
The Chorale, directed and accompanied by Maureen Smith Setton, presents "Holiday Greetings," Saturday, Dec. 11, 8 p.m. Hear Christmas, Hanukkah and other holiday favorites. $8 in advance, $10 at door. Fulton Avenue School, 3252 Fulton Ave., Oceanside. 764-2787 or e-mail fxdefontes@hotmail.com.
Patti LuPone
The award-winning actress performs "Gypsy In My Soul," an evening of her favorite songs from the Broadway musicals she has starred in, Saturday, Dec. 11, 8 p.m. $100, $70, $50. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com.
RetroFest 25
A tribute to the Texas Pop Festival of 1969, Saturday, Dec. 11, 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Hear music of Led Zeppelin, B.B. King, Canned Heat, Chicago, Delaney and Bonnie and Friends, Freddie King, and other bands who performed at the festival. $10 donation. Proceeds benefit Freeport Animal Shelter. Buckley's Irish Pub, 159 South Franklin Ave., Valley Stream. For information, visit www.retrofestival.org.
Second Stage Improv Comedy
The Second Stage Improv Comedy troupe performs routines without scripts, with audience input, Saturday, Dec. 11, 10:30 p.m. $12. Reservations recommended. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or
www.arenaplayers.org.
The Sunshine Boys
Neil Simon's beloved comedy, Saturday, Dec. 11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 12, 2:30 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 youths 12 and under. Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 226-8400 or www.studiotheatreli.com.
It Had To Be You
A fast-paced comedy about a failed actress, and a hugely successful television commercial director, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2:30 p.m. Tickets required. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Hofstra Opera Theater Fall Scenes
A selection of scenes from beloved operas, Tuesday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. Hofstra University's Monroe Lecture Center Theater, South Campus, Hempstead.
463-6644.

Family

A Year With Frog & Toad
Arnold Lobel’s popular series of children’s books comes alive on stage, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.

Breakfast With Santa
A holiday buffet with traditional breakfast favorites and special surprises, hosted by Mrs. Claus, Santa and his helpers, Saturday, Dec. 11, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; also Winter Wonderland family brunch, Sunday, Dec. 12, noon. Breakfast with Santa: $27.95 adult, $13.99 children. Winter Wonderland brunch: $64 adult, $32 children. Rein at Garden City Hotel, 45 Seventh St., Garden City. 747-3000.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Hilarious holiday tale of a mother struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant and the unruly kids in her show, Saturday, Dec. 11, 4 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Beauty And The Beast
The enchanting tale of beautiful Belle and her beast, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Dec. 11, 11 a.m. Performance followed by meet-and-greet with the cast. $10. The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. (516) 599-6870 or
www.plazatheatrical.com.
Holiday For Toys
Toys magically come to life, Saturday, after the toymaker closes shop, Dec. 11, 1 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.
(631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
The Toys Take Over Christmas
Toys in a toy shop come to life in this holiday tale, with music and audience participation, Saturday, and Sunday, Dec. 11-12, 1 p.m. $10. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. (516) 293-0674 or
www.ArenaPlayers.org.
Young People's Concert
Dr. Paul Shelden, conductor and host, joined by the Eastern Symphony Chamber Orchestra, lead an interactive family concert. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2:30 p.m. Hear Peter and the Wolf, the William Tell Overture, Sabre Dance, and more. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.