1 Eglevsky Ballet’s “Cinderella”
Saturday, May 12 at 1 and 6 p.m.
Be swept away by the world premiere of Maurice Brandon Curry’s enchanting new production of “Cinderella.” Starring New York City Ballet soloist Savannah Lowery as the Fairy Godmother, and set to Prokofiev’s jubilant and lush score, this classic fairy tale is brought to creative new life.
Where: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville
Info & Tickets: (516) 299-3100 • tillescenter.org
2 Oleta Adams
Saturday, May 12 at 8 p.m.
Since the runaway success of her 1990 debut album, Circle of One, which went Platinum, and her impassioned hit single, “Get Here,” Oleta Adams has inspired a legion of fans in the U.S. and Europe with songs that draw deeply from her roots in gospel, while crossing effortlessly into the realms of soul, R&B, urban, and popular music.
Where: Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theatre, 232 Main St., Port Washington
Info & Tickets: (516) 767-1384 • landmarkonmainstreet.org
3 Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Tuesday, May 15 at 7 p.m.
Join this evening with environmental activist Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., as he speaks about and signs copies of his memoir, “American Values: Lessons I Learned from My Family.”
Where: Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington
Info: (631) 271-1442 • bookrevue.com
4 Keith Hernandez
Thursday, May 17 at 6 p.m.
Calling all Mets fans! Former N.Y. Mets All-Star first baseman and current television game broadcaster Keith Hernandez will appear at the store to sign copies of his book, “I’m Keith Hernandez: A Memoir.”
Where: Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington
Info: (631) 271-1442 • bookrevue.com
5 The Oak Ridge Boys
Thursday, May 17 at 8 p.m.
American country and gospel vocal quartet the Oak Ridge Boys, best known for hits such as “Elvira,” “Bobbie Sue,” and “American Made,” will perform in the theatre’s half round.
Where: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury
Info & Tickets: (516) 247-5211 • thetheatreatwestbury.com
6 Cirque du Soleil: VOLTA
Thursday, May 17 through Sunday, June 10 (check venue website for daily showtimes)
Cirque du Soleil presents VOLTA, which refers to a sudden about-face, as well as a change in emotion or idea often used in poetry. It also speaks to the jolt of energy delivered through the show that tells a story of transformation and fulfilling one’s true potential.
Where: NYCB Live, Home of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale
Info & Tickets: (516) 231-4848 or (800) 745-3000 • nycblive.com
7 Musical: “Singin’ in the Rain”
Thursday, May 17 through Sunday, July 1 (check venue website for daily showtimes)
Many remember the iconic scene of Gene Kelly splashing his way through the famous MGM film, one of the greatest movie musicals ever made. But have you seen it live? Head to the John. W. Engeman Theater as they make a big splash with this spectacular and romantic musical comedy. There will be wonderful singin’ and dancin’ and it really will rain onstage.
Where: John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport
Info & Tickets: (631) 261-2900 • engemantheater.com
