Stepping Out

Rockin' around with 'Pete the Cat'

The rebellious feline lets loose on stage

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On Stage

Pete the Cat
Spend some time with America’s most rockin’ cat in the lively musical adaptation of Kimberly and James Dean’s popular series “Pete the Cat.” When Pete the Cat gets caught rocking out after bedtime, the cat-catcher sends him to live with the Biddle family to learn his manners — and boy are they square. But for the groovy blue cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up, so the minute Pete walks in the door, he gets the whole family rocking. The whole family, that is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet earth. As the end of second grade approaches, Jimmy has a lot of tests, and the last thing he needs is some groovy cat in his life, changing his family and turning everything upside down. But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect friend to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something new about inspiration.
Saturday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m. $20. Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

In Concert

Holiday Pops
The Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra brings some seasonal cheer to the area with latest edition of their festive holiday concert. The acclaimed orchestra, under the baton of Keith Lockhart, captures the magic of the season with a heartwarming performance that features something for everyone. Sharing the holiday spirit and the winter charms of New England, the Pops will perform their signature “Sleigh Ride,” along with other holiday classics, and new arrangements of seasonal favorites, from stirring choruses to lighthearted numbers. With audience sing-alongs, everyone’s favorite carols and new twists on familiar tunes, the concert captures the glories, wonder and merriment of this special time of year.
Sunday, Dec. 2, 8 p.m. $119, $87, $77, $57. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, Route 25A, Brookville. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.tillescenter.org.