Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

Fernando Botero
This major exhibition showcases one of the most honored Latin American artists working today. Paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture that exemplify Botero’s most familiar themes are on view. Throughout, Botero’s characters are seen in their “Botero-esque” girth and grandeur. Through May 23. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Five Centuries Of Art: 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.

Framed
An exhibit of projects by Molloy College’s graduating fine arts and visual education majors. On view from May 2 through June 25. Molloy College Art Gallery, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6549.
Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at The Heckscher
A juried exhibition of works by art students in grades 9 through 12 from more than 50 public and private schools, now in its 14th year. Through May 2. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Long Island Black Artists Association
An exhibit of over 40 paintings, drawings, watercolors, collages, mixed media, photographs, and sculptures. Molloy College Art Gallery at The Barnes Gallery, 2 Nassau Blvd., Garden City. 538-4503.
Metamorphosis: Rona Pondick
Rona Pondick blends traditional sculptural methods with the latest 3-D computer technology to produce powerful sculptural objects that morph human, animal and plant forms. Through May 23. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Miro/Dubuffet/Basquiat
Works by Joan Miró, Jean Dubuffet and Jean-Michel Basquiat are shown together for the first time. Primal symbols characterize their work in personalized types of graffiti that exist in a timeless, unidentifiable space. Through May 23. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or
www.nassaumuseum.org.
Sojourn To South Africa
Works of Long Island-based fine art photographer Phyllis Goodfriend are on view, presented by The Long Island Center of Photography. African American Museum, 110 N. Franklin St., Hempstead. 572-0730.
Something’s A Foot: Small Works From The Hofstra University Museum Collection
An exhibit of intimate, small-scale works from the Hofstra University Museum Collection. Mediums range from paint, pencil, wood, metal, and stone to ceramics. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Student Competition And Exhibition
Annual competition of works produced by Nassau Community College art students. The juried show includes painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, and more. Through June 30. Nassau Community College’s Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, College Center Building, Garden City. 572-0619.
Charles Fazzino
Meet the 3-D pop artist at a cocktail reception, featuring his limited edition 3-D constructions and original paintings, Saturday, May 1, 7-10 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 1-4 p.m. Central Galleries, 443 Central Ave., Cedarhurst. 569-5686.
Exhibition Tea And Tour
View Nassau County Museum of Art’s current exhibit at a private guided tour, with introduction by Constance Schwartz, Wednesday, May 5, 2:30 p.m. Tea follows in Café Musée. $45, includes admission to the museum. Reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or
www.nassaumuseum.org.

Theater/ Music

Fiddler On The Roof
The classic musical about Tevye and his five daughters, Thursday through Saturday, April 29-May 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 2 and 7 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Menopause The Musical
The original off-Broadway musical about four women who share their ups an downs through re-lyricized baby boomer songs, Thursday and Friday, April 29-30, 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 1, 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
And The Winner Is...
Comedy about awards season in Hollywood, Friday and Saturday, April 30-May 1, 8 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 ages 12 and under. Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 226-8400 or www.studiotheatreli.com
Any Friend Of Percy D’Angelino Is A Friend Of Mine
A Mafia comedy that begins with a mysterious stranger arriving at the Long Island estate of a mob boss, Friday and Saturday, April 30-May 1, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 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.
I Ought To Be In Pictures
Neil Simon’s comedy-drama about a struggling screenwriter and the relationship with his abandoned daughter, Friday and Saturday, April 30-May 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 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.
Last Of The Red Hot Lovers
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about a middle aged man attempting to have affairs with three women in his mother’s apartment, Friday and Saturday, April 30-May 1, 8 p.m. Sunday, May 2, 2:30 p.m. $23, $21 seniors, $18 students, $14 ages 12 and under; $25 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700.
Rehearsal For Murder
A “theatrical” mystery in which the theater becomes the set for the play, Friday and Saturday, April 30-May 1, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 3 p.m. $20. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Hofstra Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band
A performance of traditional and contemporary works for wind band, Saturday, May 1, 8 p.m. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University’s John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Spring Time, Swing Time, String Time
Classic movie selections made famous by The Rat Pack and other unforgettable cinema songs are performed, Saturday, May 1, 8 p.m. With Karen Olson on viola/violin, accompanied by a musical sextet, along with special guest vocalists. $19, $17 seniors and students, $10 under 12. Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Avenue, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Chapter Two
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about a widower and his attempts at dating, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, May 2, 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.
Long Island Flute Club Recital
Flautist Janet Arms performs, Sunday, May 2, 2:30 p.m. Old Westbury Gardens, Red Ballroom, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Jewish Film Festival
See the comedy “My Mexican Shivah,” Monday, May 3, 1 and 7:30 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Hofstra Chorus and Hofstra String Orchestra
A program of varied works, Tuesday, May 4, 8 p.m. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University’s John Cranford Adams Playhouse, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
From Up Here
Dramedy about a family whose high school son has threatened his schoolmates with violence, Thursday through Saturday, May 6-8, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 9, 3 p.m. $9, $7 seniors and children under 18. Nassau Community College’s Mainstage Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.

Family

Rumpelstiltskin
A new version of the fairy tale, Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 1 p.m. $10. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Tree-Mendous Celebration
Learn about one of nature’s great resouces – the tree, Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tree identification tour, seedling giveaways, crafts, and more. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz
Join Dorothy and her loyal companions on their adventures, in this theatrical adaptation of the classic story, Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 2 p.m. $6 with museum admission ($5 members), $10 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
New York Theatre Ballet
The ballet company introduces children to ballet with two classic productions, “Carnival of the Animals and “Sleeping Beauty,” Sunday, May 2, 2 p.m. $20 and $12. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100 or (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Notices

Craft Vendors Needed
The Mill Neck Family of Organizations seeks vendors of handmade items for its Annual Fall Harvest Festival, held on Columbus Day Weekend, Oct. 9-10. A favorite tradition on Long Island, visitors enjoy the Fall Harvest Festival for its crafts, apples, pumpkins, pies, and other treats. Country crafts, including handmade items and holiday gifts, are one of the Festival’s main features. Vendors are assigned an outdoor space (10’x10’), with a table and two chairs. A non-refundable fee of $300 will be due once vendors are selected. The application deadline is June 25. For more information, or for an application, call Roberta Baade, 922-4100, ext. 220.

Photo Competition
The Long Island Center of Photography is sponsoring its fourth annual photo competition. All photographers, amateur and professional, are invited to submit their most current work for consideration. All types of photography, from traditional to new media, are accepted. The submission deadline is June 30. Entries will be judged by Bob Shamis, distinguished photographer, consultant, and past curator of Prints and Photographs for the Museum of the City of New York. Winning photos will be exhibited at the African American Museum in Hempstead. Awards and prizes will be presented at an artist’s reception on Sept. 12. For additional information and an entry form, visit www.longislandcenterofphotography.org