A quick look at what’s happening on Long Island for kids this week.
Alice in wonderland
Friday, January 22, 2016, 8:00pm
Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday, January 24, 2016, 3:00pm
This new adaptation of the classic story finds Alice in 1899 falling through a rabbit hole and magically going from the roaring 20’s through the 1960’s. The performance has showgirls, tap dancing and different dance styles featuring the delightful characters of Wonderland. Live orchestra and performers from the Molloy College’s CAP21 (Collaborates Arts Project) program. Tickets range from $30-$35. Check website for ticket availability/pricing. Proceeds benefit the Joan Roberts Memorial Scholarship.
Where: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre
Info: (516) HOF-TIXX (463-8499)• www.gohofstra.com
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Sunday, January 24, 3:00pm & 7:00pm
One of the most enduring shows of all time, Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Directed and choreographed by Tony® Award-winner Andy Blankenbuehler, this new production is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.
Where: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville
Info: Info: 516-299-3100 •www.tillescenter.org
AMC “Norm of the North”
Sensory Friendly Film Showing
Saturday, January 23, 10:00am
AMC Sensory Friendly Films helps families affected by autism. They offer monthly films so that kids can enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment. Each program has their lights up, the sound turned down, and audience members are invited to get up and dance, walk, shout, or sing! This month come see Norm of the North, a story of a polar bear heading to New York to stop a developer from building luxury condos in his backyard. $5.99 child/adult ticket.
Where: AMC Loews Nassau Metroplex, 3585 Hempstead Turnpike,
Levittown
Info: 516-731-5422 • www.amctheatres.com
Paradise Weekend at the Planting Fields
Saturday, January 23rd and Sunday, January 24, 12:00pm-4:00pm
Come and enjoy a touch of paradise at Planting Fields in our Main Greenhouse, featuring live steel drum music, puppet shows, caricaturist, and crafts for children. Coe Hall will be open, featuring live music by Jack Kohl, $5 admission fee. Rain or shine!
Where: Planting Fields Aboretum, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay
Info: (516) 922-8678 • www.plantingfields.org
Dodgeballl Turf Island
Saturday, January 24, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Enjoy a great time with your friends and making new ones playing dodgeball! $15 per player includes slice of pizza and drink. Ages 8-12.
Where: Turf Island, 3573 Maple Court, Oceanside
Info: 516-543-4345 • www.turfisland.com
