1 “Jesus Christ Superstar”
Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 8 at 7 p.m. (ongoing performances through April 22)
A global phenomenon that has wowed audiences for more than 40 years, “Jesus Christ Superstar” is a timeless musical set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events leading up to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion as seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. The production features the memorable songs, “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Superstar.”
Where: Cultural Arts Playhouse, 170 Michael Drive, Syosset
Info & Tickets: (516) 694-3330 • culturalartsplayhouse.com
2 “The House of Bernarda Alba”
Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 8 at 2 p.m. (ongoing performances through April 15)
The Department of Drama and Dance presents the greatest of modern Spanish tragedies, “The House of Bernarda Alba,” the story of a family comprised of a stern matriarch and her five daughters who are mourning the loss of their father that explores themes of repression, passion, and conformity, while illustrating the effects of men upon women.
Where: Joan and Donald Schaeffer Black Box Theater, Joseph G. Shapiro Family Hall, South Campus, Hofstra University, Hempstead
Info & Tickets: (516) 463-6644 • hofstra.edu
3 Long Island Home Show and Empire State Market Fair
Saturday, April 7 and Sunday, April 8 at 10 a.m. (home show) and Sunday, April 8, 8 a.m. through 4 p.m. (fair at the same time every Sunday through December 23)
The Long Island Spring Home Show brings together homeowners with local and national companies for two full days of ideas, resources, and expert advice on everything from windows and doors to roofing and general contracting. The Empire State Market also kicks off this weekend, where shoppers can find a wide assortment of jewelry, apparel and fashion accessories, household items, artwork and crafts, and all sorts of fresh and prepared foods.
Where: NYCB Live, Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale
Info & Tickets: (516) 231-4848 or (800) 745-3000 • nycblive.com
4 Red Molly with Special Guest Ellis Paul
Sunday, April 8 at 7 p.m.
Enjoy a night with this folk music trio whose fans are know as Redheads as they perform their signature bluegrass harmonies alongside fellow folk musician Ellis Paul.
Where: Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theatre, 232 Main St., Port Washington
Info & Tickets: (516) 767-1384 • landmarkonmainstreet.org
5 “Crimes of the Heart”
Tuesday, April 10 through Sunday, April 15 (check venue website for daily showtimes)
Warm-hearted, irreverent, zany and brilliantly imaginative, this play teems with humanity and humor as it examines the plight of three young Mississippi sisters betrayed by their passions as performed by the students of the Department of Theatre.
Where: Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City
Info & Tickets: (516) 877-4000 • pac.adelphi.edu
6 Long Island Guitar Festival
Tuesday, April 10 through Friday, April 13 at 8 p.m. (additional performances through April 15)
The 26th Annual Long Island Guitar Festival kicks off with a performance by Harris Becker and Friends and includes six additional concerts through April 15.
Where: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville
Info & Tickets: (516) 299-3100 • tillescenter.org
7 A Very Intimate Acoustic Evening with Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
Wednesday, April 11 at 8 p.m.
Four-time Grammy winner and Long Island native Pat Benatar has been a rock-and-roll trailblazer for more than three decades, with Top 10 hits including “Hit Me with Your Best Shot,” “Love Is a Battlefield,” “We Belong,” and “Invincible.” She will perform with her songwriting and recording partner since the late ‘70s, Neil Giraldo.
Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington
Info & Tickets: (631) 673-7300 • paramountny.com
