Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

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.
Art Faculty Exhibition
Annual showcase by Adelphi University's professional working artists in their respective fields. The exhibit features a broad selection of two-and three-dimensional media by nine faculty members: Eliz Alahverdian, Hannah Allen, Patricia Buttice, Rick Brazill, Geoffrey Grogan, Pam Koehler, Anti Liu, Kellyann Monaghan, and Courtney Weida. Through Nov. 30. Adelphi University's Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery, South Ave., Garden City. 877-3126.

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, feelings 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. 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.
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.
Rock On! Masterworks of Rock Photography
A look at more than 50 images of rock ‘n roll musicians from the early days of Elvis Presley, Little Richard and Chuck Berry, through the classic period of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who and The Doors, to today’s hip-hop musicians Tupac Shakur and LL Cool J. These iconic images by rock’s master photographers reveal the extraordinary artistry that has created a compelling visual record of self-expression in the second half of the 20th century. Photographs by Joel Brodsky, William Coupon, Bob Gruen, Art Kane, Jonathan Mannion, Mick Rock, Mark Seliger, Allan Tanenbaum, Alfred Wertheimer, among others, are included. Through Jan. 9. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
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.
Poppyular Paintings
Works by Gretchen Fuss, incorporating her widely known poppy themes, are on view. Through Nov. 30. Elmont Memorial Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont. 354-5280.
Goodnight Gardens
Help Old Westbury Gardens’ staff put the gardens to bed with the final planting activity of the year, Saturday, Nov. 13, noon. Children will plant bulbs in the beds and go home with a bulb of their own to plant. Old Westbury Gardens,71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.

Theater/ Music

Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde
Moises Kaufman's drama, presented by Nassau Community College's Department of Theatre and Dance, chronicles Oscar Wilde's real-world trial for “gross indecency” that captured the attention of Victorian society, Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 11-13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 3 p.m. $9, $7 seniors. College students with a fall 2010 ID admitted for free. Nassau Community College's Mainstage Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.
Awake And Sing
Clifford Odets' drama about three generations of Jewish family struggling to survive during the Depression, presented by Hofstra University's Dept. of Theatre and Dance, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12-13. 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m.; Thursday, Nov. 18, 8 p.m. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University's Black Box Theater, New Academic Building, South Campus, Hemstead. 463-6644.
I'll Be Back Before Midnight
The classic thriller about a couple who rent a remote cabin from an odd farmer, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12-13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 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.
Jewtopia
Off-Broadway comedy about two single Jewish men who form a secret pact, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12-13 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 ages 12 and under; all tickets at door, $20. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
The Passion Of Dracula
A new version of the Dracula legend, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12-13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 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.
Proof
The award-winning drama, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12-13, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 3 p.m. $20. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave.,
Merrick. 868-6400.
Beau Jest
The appealing comic romp, presented by Lantern Theatre, Saturday, Nov. 13, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students. Congregation B'nai Israel, 91 N. Bayview Ave., Freeport. 221-4485.
Hofstra Collegium Musicum
The ensemble presents "All in All: An Omnibus of Early Music," Saturday, Nov. 13, 8 p.m. With Allison Lindsay, alto, and Christopher Morrongiello, lute. $10, $8 seniors and students. First Presbyterian Church of Mineola, 182 First St., Mineola. 463-6644.
Second Stage Improv Comedy
The Second Stage Improv Comedy troupe performs routines with scripts, with audience input, Saturday, Nov. 13, 10:30 p.m. $12. Reservations recommended. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Cabaret
The musical masterpiece set in 1930s Berlin, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m. $20, $15 seniors and students. The Show Place at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or
www.plazatheatrical.com.
Shanghai Quartet
The ensemble opens Tilles Center's chamber music series, Sunday, Nov. 14, 3 p.m. Program features Mozart Piano Quartet in G minor, K. 478; Beethoven String Quartet in D major, Op. 18/3; and the Brahms Clarinet Quintet in B minor, Op. 115. $40. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.tillescenter.org.

Family

Frosty The Snowman
Frosty and his friend, Jenny, must save Chillsville from Ethel Pierpot's evil plan to melt all the snow, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow
An innovative version of the beloved tale, with audience participation, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 13-14, 1 p.m. $10. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
The Wizard Of Oz
Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow and the rest of the gang in an adaptation featuring music from the MGM movie, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m. $10. The Show Place at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
A Year With Frog & Toad
Arnold Lobel’s popular series of children’s books comes alive on stage, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave.,
Merrick. 868-6400.

Notices

Open Cast Call
Actors and actresses are needed for the upcoming production of "The Pajama Game" in March. Auditions will be held Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 15-16, at 7:30 p.m. All roles are open. Prepare a show tune (not from this show) and bring sheet music. Sides will be provided for readings. Auditions take place at Plainview Jewish Center 95 Floral Dr., Plainview. For further information, call 433-1338.