Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

75 Stories For 75 Years
An exhibit celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, drawn from the University Archives collection which focuses on the history of the University Through the use of photographs, original documents, memorabilia and objects, the exhibition tells 75 stories from Hofstra's past, including: the stories of William and Kate Hofstra, the University Presidents; and events relating to students, faculty and staff. Through Feb. 4. Hofstra University's David Filderman Gallery, 9th floor, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
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 drama of the Civil War is 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.
The Honeymooners
3-D pop artist Charles Fazzino's latest works are on display. Through December. Central Galleries, 443 Central Ave., Cedarhurst. 569-5686 or
www.centralgalleries.com.
2D/3D: Paintings By Keith Mayerson, Sculpture By Kent Henrickson
This 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.
Film Showing
See the classic "Camille," starring Greta Garbo, Monday, Dec. 27, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Film Screening
See "Jackie Robinson: My Story," depicting a first-hand account of the challenges and triumps of the legendary athlete, a Best Picture winner at the 2010 Long Island International Film Expo, Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 29-30, noon. Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.

Theater/ Music

The Sound Of Music
The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, Thursday, Dec. 23, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 26, 2 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 29, 3 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
All About The Marriage Hearse
Comedy about a twenty-something Catholic/Jewish Manhattan couple discussing marriage, Sunday, Dec. 26, 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.
Annie
The award-winning musical, Sunday, Dec. 26, 3 p.m. $20, $16 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Candlelight Tour
Visit festively decorated Pagan-Fletcher Restoration by candlelight, presented by the Valley Stream Historical Society, Sunday, Dec. 26, 6-8 p.m. A donation of canned food for local pantries is requested. Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrickson Ave., Valley Stream. 561-2115 or 872-4159.
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
A musical adaptation of "Miracle On 34th Street," Sunday, Dec. 26, 2:30 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 youths 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
The Norman Conquests: Part II, Living Together
Alan Ayckbourn's second installment of his trilogy, Sunday, Dec. 26, 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.
Best Of Broadway And Burlesque
A musical revue with classic comedy sketches, Friday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $50. Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 226-8400 or www.studiotheatreli.com.
Move Over Mrs. Markham
Ray Cooney and John Chapman's British sex farce involving a tangled web of mistaken identities and titillating situations, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 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.

Family

Frosty The Snowman
Frosty and his friend Jenny must save Chillsville from an evil plan to melt all the snow, Sunday, Dec. 26, 10 a.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 28, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, Dec 29-30, 11 a.m. $15. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Blue's Clues Live
Step inside the fanciful world where the host, Steve, lives along with his animated puppy, Blue, at the break-through play-along show, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Monday through Friday, Dec. 27-31, 11 a.m. $10. The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
El Magnifico!: The World's Best “Worst” Magician
Classic slapstick mixes with poignant comedy in this silent act set to music, Monday, Dec. 27, 1 and 3 p.m. All ages can enjoy the antics of "El Magnifico," a hilariously pathetic magician who performs in the tradition of the Golden Age of entertainment. $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
National Circus Project's One-Man Circus
Varied acts are performed by a dynamic circus artist, Tuesday, Dec. 28, 6 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Picture Planks
Design a puzzle picture from popsicle sticks and challenge friends to put the "picture planks" back together, Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2 p.m. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or
www.licm.org.
Boyintheshade
Families are transported to a magical world where character counts in this original theatrical presentation, Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2 p.m. $5 with museum admission ($4 members), $9 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Flute Sweet & Tickletoon: Green Golly And The Treasure of Light
A holiday fable, Wednesday, and Thursday, Dec. 29-30, 1 and 3 p.m. Join Green Golly on an escape from the witch's tower to uncover the “treasure of light.” $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Laugh And Sing With Mr. Bruce
The children's entertainer presents a fun-filled holiday concert, Wednesday, Dec. 29, 11 a.m. $10. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
Follow Rudolph from a baby reindeer through "reindeer games," and finally as he saves Christmas, Wednesday, Dec. 29, 1 p.m. $10. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.

Notices

Cast Call
The Freeport Theatre Guild is casting for "Dark Night of Destiny," an original one-act play by Daniel Donovan. The one-set drama-comedy has two male characters, the main character is approximately 65, although he may look younger. Actors interested in auditioning should write to the director, Tom Booth, c/o The Freeport Theatre Guild, 52 Grant St., Freeport 11520. Include a photo and resume, if available, and be sure to include a phone number.