Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

Acquired Riches: Highlights From The Hofstra University Museum Collection
This exhibition, 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.
Doing Good Works
An exhibit of the works of Nassau Community College’s Art Department faculty. Art on display reflects the charities and issues in which exhibitors are involved. Through Oct. 12. Nassau Community College, Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, College Center Building, Garden City. 572-0619.

“For Us The Living” – The Civil War In Paintings
This exhibit portrays the sights, feelings and drama of the Civil War, through paintings by Mort Künstler, considered by many to be the leading contemporary painter of Civil War scenes. His work is esteemed for its dramatic intensity and for an extraordinary level of authenticity that results from intensive 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.
Long Island Photo Meet Up Exhibition
View a selection of photographs from the Long Island Photo Meet Up Group. The group, which evolved through the internet, was begun in 2005 and now has over 300 members. Through Oct. 29. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6549.
Regional Juried Photgraphy Exhibition
The winning photos of the fourth regional photography competition are on display, presented by the Long Island Center of Photography. Judging was conducted by Bob Shamis, Curator of Prints & Photographs at the Museum of the City of New York. Through Nov. 10. African American Museum, 110 N. Franklin St., Hempstead. (718) 343-6797.
Rock On! Masterworks of Rock Photography
An exhibit of 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. This exhibit features photographs by Joel Brodsky, William Coupon, Bob Gruen, Art Kane, Jonathan Mannion, Mick Rock, Mark Seliger, Allan Tanenbaum, Alfred Wertheimer, and others. Through Jan. 9. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington.
(631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Selections From The Permanent Collection
An exhibit that spans the breadth of Heckscher Museum’s Permanent Collection of paintings. On display are Old Masters, landscapes by European and American artists, a small selection of 17th-20th century portraits, and more. 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.
Works Of Ellen Fisch
See a collection of photographs of Harlem in 2009 and 2010 taken by Ellen Fisch, presented by the Long Island Center of Photography. Meet the photographer at an artist's reception, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2-4 p.m. Through Dec. 30. African American Museum, 110 N. Franklin St., Hempstead. (718) 343-6797.
Illustrated Art Lecture
Examine Picasso's engagement with politics and the peace movment, with SUNY Farmingdale Professor of Art History Thomas Germano, Thursday, Oct. 7, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Film Forum
See "The Back-Up Plan" at Elmont Public Library's film series, Friday, Oct. 8, 2:30 p.m.; also "Ondine," Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2 p.m. Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Bird Banding Demonstration
See how birds are captured and banded, presented by the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center, Saturday, Oct. 9, 8 a.m. Help release birds back to nature. Children over 12 welcome. $10. Reservations required. 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. 922-3200 or www.trsac@audubon.org.
AKC Agility Dog Trials
Dogs compete in a series of ramps, jumps, and obstacles, sponsored by the Ladies Kennel Association of America, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 9-10, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Old Westbury Gardens,71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.

Theater/ Music

My Fair Lady
The classic musical, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 7-8, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 9, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 10, 2 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 13, 8 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
The Bermuda Avenue Triangle
Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna's outrageous comedy about the adventures of a Jewish widow and an Italian widow, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8-9, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 10, 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.
Ring Of Fire
The life of Johnny Cash told through his songs, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8-9, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 10, 3 p.m. $20. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Marshall Sings Piaf
Gay Marshall interprets the French icon's repertoire, accompanied by a quintet, Saturday, Oct. 9, 8 p.m. $19, $17 seniors and students, $10 under 12. Hofstra University's Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Phantom
Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit's musical gives audiences a glimpse in the life of the man behind the iconic mask, Saturday, Oct. 9, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 10, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2 p.m. $18, $16 seniors/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.
Cabaret
A fully staged version of the Broadway musical, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Cabaret Around The World
Castorina & Rose present a cabaret revue, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Hofstra String Quartet
The ensemble performs works by Beethoven and Turina, Sunday, Oct. 10, 3 p.m. $15, $12 seniors and students. Hofstra University's Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Monty Python's Spamalot
The award-winning Broadway musical, telling the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Sunday, Oct. 10, 7 p.m. $75, $60, $45. 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

The Princess And The Pea
The beloved tale, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2 p.m. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Our Family Dollhouse
Examine the thousands of years dolls have been a popular plaything, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2-4 p.m. Create a miniature paper dollhouse. Free with museum admission Long Island Children's Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Sailing On The Sea
Celebrate Columbus Day and commemorate all the sailors who braved the rough waters to explore the world, Monday, Oct. 11, 2-4 p.m Make a ship-in-a-bottle craft. Long Island Children's Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.

Notices

Singers Wanted
The United Choral Society is looking for singers. All voices are welcome. Rehearsals are held at Temple Beth El, located at the corner of Broadway and Locust Ave., in Cedarhurst. Ability to read music is a plus, but not required. Call
371-2820 for more information.