1 The Hillbenders: The Who’s “Tommy”— A Bluegrass Opry
Friday, March 25 at 8 p.m.
Forty-five years after its original release, the Who’s “Tommy” has been reimagined as a bluegrass tribute featuring Springfield, Missouri’s The Hillbenders. This Bluegrass Opry brings a new perspective to “Tommy,” while paying respect to its creators. Regular price: $40/$35
Where: Adelphi University Performing Arts Center
1 South Ave., Garden City
Info & Tickets: (516)877-4000 • aupac.adelphi.edu
2 80s Arcade and Karaoke Night
Saturday, March 25, 7-11 p.m.
Relive the glory days of the 1980s while playing classic arcade games like Pac-Man and Donkey Kong and singing your hearts out to ‘80s karaoke music. No need to bring quarters as games are all set to free play, but please do bring the big hair, acid-washed jeans, shoulder pads, and Members Only jackets for a costume contest with prizes. The museum has added over 60 classic consoles from the ‘70s through the ‘90s so people can play all of their retro favorites like Pong and the Atari 2600 all the way through to the Nintendo 64.
Where: The Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Garden City
Info: (516)572-4111 • cradleofaviation.org
3 Dancing Dream:
A Tribute to ABBA
Saturday, March 25 at 8 p.m.
Dancing Dream, the Tribute to ABBA — the greatest pop supergroup from Sweden — will electrify audiences of all ages with the best of ABBA’s hits, including “Mamma Mia”, “Dancing Queen,” “Take a Chance,” “Fernando” and many more.
Where: The Madison Theatre at Molloy College
1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre
Info & Tickets: (516)323-4444 • madisontheatreny.org
4 Word Up: Long
Island LitFest
Sunday, March 26, 1-6 p.m.
The region’s first literary festival now in its third year will feature a stellar roster of authors, including Dave Barry, Gail Sheehy, Barry Dougherty, Steven Gaines, Caroline Leavitt, and Bill Scheft. General admission is $40 and includes two introductory workshops on essay writing and storytelling, which begin at noon before a full day of author readings, talks and booksignings.
Where: The Madison Theatre at Molloy College
1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre
Info: (516)323-4444 • madisontheatreny.org
5 Eat. Bid. Laugh! An Auction
& Epicurean Event
Thursday, March 30 at 6 p.m.
Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center’s annual event connects thousands of donors, sponsors, volunteers and participants who enthusiastically collaborate to provide the JCC with funding for vital social service programs throughout Long Island. Last year’s event raised nearly $1.2 million, all of which helped enhance the lives of those who rely on the JCC’s quality services. This year’s event will feature a live performance by Emmy-nominated actor and comedian Billy Gardell, who starred on the hit CBS television series “Mike & Molly,” as well as exciting silent auction prizes, gourmet cuisine, cocktails and dessert from more than 30 of Long Island’s finest restaurants. All prices are per person Silver: $225, Gold: $360, VIP: $500
Where: Fresh Meadow Country Club, 225 Lakeville Road, Lake Success
Info & Tickets: 516-484-1545 • sjjcc.org
6 So You Think
You’re A New York Mets Fan?
Thursday, March 30 at 7 p.m.
Sports writer and Long Island native Brett Topel will be speaking and signing copies of his new book, So You Think You’re a New York Mets Fan?: Stars, Stats, Records, and Memories for True Diehards, which is sure to test and expand your knowledge of Mets baseball.
Where: Book Revue
313 New York Ave., Huntington
Info: 631-271-1442 • bookrevue.com
7 A Quiet Passion
Thursday, March 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Cynthia Nixon delivers a triumphant performance as Emily Dickinson as she personifies the wit, intellectual independence, and pathos of the poet whose genius only came to be recognized after her death. Acclaimed British director Terence Davies (“House of Mirth,” “The Deep Blue Sea,” “Sunset Song”) will be in person, discussing how he crafted such a powerful portrait of Dickinson — from her early days as a young schoolgirl to her later years as a reclusive, unrecognized artist. Tickets: Members $15 | Public $20.
Where:
Cinema Arts Center
423 Park Ave.
Huntington
Info:
(631)423-7611
cinemaartscentre.org
