Arts And Entertainment

Exhibits and more...

Art In Nature
An exhibit of painting and photography by varied artists, with opening reception. Through Nov. 1. South Ocean Art Gallery, South Nassau Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 228 S. Ocean Ave., Freeport. 623-1204.
Burton Morris: Pop!
The acclaimed artist Burton Morris presents his personal world of popular American icons that puts a delightful spin on everyday objects and motifs. This exhibit features 35 examples of Morris’ work in his post-Pop style that boldly projects high energy and fun. In his paintings, Subjects such as a steaming coffee cup, a swirling martini and a dancing popcorn box all take on a new life under his paintbrush. Through Sept. 27. Hofstra University, Emily Lowe Gallery, Lowe Hall, Hempstead. 463-5672.

Gordon Cheung & Jonathan Seliger
An exhibition of two important contemporary artists. Gordon Cheung uses Financial Times stock listings in his multimedia paintings. His paintings are virtual-reality environments which comment on the ability of stock exchange numbers to deliver a “promised land” to people’s lives. Jonathan Seliger works with paint and canvas to produce three-dimensional structures. His works are included in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Brooklyn Museum, among others. Through Jan. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Long Island Quilters Guild Exhibit
Quilts created by members of the Long Island Quilters Guild are on display, along with quilting demonstrations, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Quilts vary from figurative country to contemporary, mural to pillow-size. Through Oct. 30. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000.
Norman Rockwell
An exhibit of Saturday Evening Post illustrator Norman Rockwell’s images that defined America and Americans, in this country and abroad. The exhibition includes Rockwell’s iconic Four Freedoms series of patriotic paintings symbolizing President Roosevelt’s wartime aims: Freedom of Speech, Freedom to Worship, Freedom from Want and Freedom from Fear. Through Jan. 3. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Paper Chase: Works On Paper By William Merrit Chase And His Contemporaries
A broad overview of American art during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focusing on the development of various paper mediums. The exhibit includes 50 watercolors, pastels and prints, by William Merritt Chase, a pivotal figure in American Impressionism, and others. Through Sept. 27. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Butterflies
View the many species of Monarch Butterflies that inhabit Jones Beach, during butterfly migration, Sunday, Sept. 27, 9-10:30 a.m. Registration required. Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh. 679-7524.
Splendors Of The Autumn Garden
Explore Old Westbury Gardens’ displays of fall color, on a guided tour, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2 p.m. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. (516) 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org

Theater/ Music

Rent
The award-winning groundbreaking rock musical set in the East Village, Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 24-26, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater at Northport, 250 Main St., Northport.
(631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Here On The Flight Path
Comedy about a divorced man and the women who occupies an apartment next door, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25-26, 2:30 p.m. $22, $20 seniors, $18 students, $14 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
It Had To Be You
Joseph Bologna and Renee Taylor’s comedy about a failed actress/health food nut/analyst/would-be playwright who wants to find love and success in New York, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25-26, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 27, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
Making A Killing
Thriller about a playwright, his conniving producer and actress wife who hatch a plot to guarantee the success of their new play, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25-26, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 27, 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.
My Fair Lady
The classic musical version of G. B. Shaw’s “Pygmalion,” Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25-26, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 27, 2:30 p.m. $20. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Classic Movie Night
Enjoy Neil Simon’s comedy “The Out Of Towners,” starring Jack Lemmon and Sandy Dennis, Saturday, Sept. 26, 7 p.m. Malverne Historical and Preservation Society, Joseph L. Landers Restoration House, 369 Ocean Ave., Malverne.
Finn Fest 2009: A Music And Arts Festival
Bands perform, with arts and crafts and kids zone, Saturday, Sept. 26, 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Scheduled are Roomful of Blues, The Good Rats, Mike Falzerano from the New Riders, West Houston, and more. $25 in advance, $30 at gate. Proceeds benefit the Dorothy Finn Foundation. Nickerson Beach Park, Lido Beach. For more information, visit www.FinnFestLB.com.
The Producers
Musical based on Mel Brooks’ classic film, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m.. $16, $15 seniors, $14 ages 16 and under. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Second Stage Comedy Improv
The Second Stage Comedy Troupe performs routines without scripts, with audience input, Saturday, Sept. 26, 10:30 p.m. $12. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
Songs My Father Loved: A Tribute To The Great Italian-American Singers
A tribute to renowned Italian-American crooners, presented by Hofstra graduate John Leone, who appeared in Jersey Boys, Saturday, Sept. 26, 8 p.m. Artists saluted include Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Vic Damone, and Jerry Vale. $19, $17 seniors and students, $10 children under 12. Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Ave., South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.

Family

Sesame Street Live “1-2-3 Imagine!”
The Sesame Street gang returns with a new production that tranports the audiences to faraway places as Ernie captains the high seas, Thursday. Sept. 24, 7 p.m.; Friday, Sept. 25, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m., 2 and 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 27, 1 and 4:30 p.m. $12-$52. Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale.
(800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Creatures Of The Night
Take a night hike through Tanglewood Preserve, Friday, Sept. 25, 7-9 p.m. Meet the preserve’s nocturnal inhabitants. Center for Science Teaching and Learning at Tanglewood Preserve, 1 Tanglewood Rd, Rockville Centre. 764-0045 or www.CTSL.org.
Beauty & the Beast
The enchanting tale, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Monarch Butterfly: The Mighty Migrator
Observe the migration of the Monarch Butterfly and walk through the butterfly garden, Saturday, Sept. 26, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Registration required. Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh. 679-7524.
Fly High
Make flying contraptions and learn about aviation and the science of flying, Sunday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m.-noon. $15 per child. Center for Science Teaching and Learning at Tanglewood Preserve, 1 Tanglewood Rd, Rockville Centre. 764-0045 or www.CTSL.org.

Notices

Bel Canto Chorale
All voices, are needed. The chorale performs two major concerts each year in addition to a benefit concert. Sunday evening rehearsals are held in Wantagh. Call 541-0726 or e-mail BelCantoChorale1@aol.com. for information.
Merrick Chorale
Merrick Chorale welcomes new members. Rehearsals are on Tuesday, 7:30-9:30 p.m., September through May, at the Brookside School Community Center, Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick. For information, call 378-2285.
Mill Neck Fall Harvest Fair
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations seeks volunteers to work at food sales, children’s activities, apple booths, and more during its Columbus Day weekend Fall Harvest Festival, Oct. 10-11, on the Mill Neck Manor campus, 40 Frost Mill Rd., Mill Neck. For information, call Catherine Giordano at 922-4100, ext. 231 or www.millneck.org.
Gilbert & Sullivan Yiddish Light Opera Company
Gilbert & Sullivan Yiddish Light Opera Company of L.I., a cultural organization performing at libraries, senior housing, and charity events, is casting lead roles and chorus for Der Yiddisher Mikado. Performances take place in October, November and December. The roles and the story are the same as the English version.  Knowledge of Yiddish is not required. Auditions are held Wednesdays in September and October, 7:30 p.m., at Chatterton Elementary School, Merrick. For more information, call Eleanor Wolff at 295-2598.