Events

DANCING DREAM, the Tribute to ABBA – the greatest pop supergroup from Sweden, electrifies audiences of all ages with the best ABBA hits “Mamma Mia”, “Dancing Queen” “Take a Chance” “Fernando” and many more.

A day of author talks, readings and book signings -- Plus, exciting workshops! Author Readings Book Signings And Workshops Featuring: Dave Barry Gail Sheehy Bill Scheft Cathi Hanuer Alan Zweibel Steve Gaines Kelly Carlin Caroline Leavitt … and more! Visit LongIslandLitFest.com for UP-TO-DATE INFO

Ashton’s Cinderella is widely considered one of the greatest ballets of this timeless rags-to-riches fairy tale. Performed to Prokofiev’s hauntingly soaring score, this romance is a stage fantasy to enrapture children of all ages as well as a cornucopia of sly wit and inventive choreography to sate the most devoted of ballet fans. Colorful characters… Continue Reading »

Laura and her family travel across America in search of a place they can call home. Facing obstacles such as scarlet fever and eviction from their land, their pioneering spirit and family bonds are tested but never broken. This uplifting story of one of America’s most beloved authors comes to life in ArtsPower’s popular musical.

The New York Times Bestseller now in paperback… BECOMING GRANDMA The Joys and Science of the New Grandparenting By legendary “60 Minutes” reporter Lesley Stahl’s nationally bestselling and groundbreaking investigation of a cultural phenomenon: The New American Grandparenting. BECOMING GRANDMA was a New York Times bestseller for 8 weeks, and reached #1 in the Boston… Continue Reading »

Scott Jackson Wiley, Music Director and Conductor The South Shore Symphony continues its exploration of the music of Gustav Mahler. The program will open with Haydn’s Symphony no. 100 in G major, the Military Symphony. Joseph Haydn – Symphony no. 100 – “Military Symphony” Gustav Mahler – Symphony No. 5

In a career that spans nearly four decades, over a dozen solo recordings and countless performances. Peter White has maintained a reputation as one of the most versatile and prolific acoustic guitarists on the contemporary jazz landscape. Armed with an unparalleled combination of lyricism and energy, he combines elements of jazz, pop and classical guitar… Continue Reading »

A toast to the ‘musical’ Wizard of Oz, Harold Arlen, who composed the beloved songs for MGM’s timeless classic.  A trailblazing Broadway composer of hit musicals and Cotton Club shows, Arlen’s many hits include Blues in the Night, If I Only Had a Brain, Come Rain or Come Shine, It’s Only a Paper Moon, I’ve Got the World On a… Continue Reading »

New York City’s longest running, noncompetitive presentation of the world’s best short films returns to the Madison Theatre! Join us for an evening of world-renowned, award winning short films from the past and present. Truly the best in short film comedy, drama, and outstanding animation!

Join the Madison Theatre and your favorite princesses for an enchanted performance of “A Dream is a Wish: Princess Concert”. Come sing along to all your favorite Disney songs such as, Let It Go, A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes, Part of That World, Something There, A Whole New World, I’m Almost There,… Continue Reading »

Come meet Louise Penny as she discusses and signs copies of A Great Reckoning. LOUISE PENNY is the #1 The New York Times and Globe and Mail bestselling author of eleven previous novels.  She has been awarded the John Creasey Dagger, the Nero, Macavity, and Barry Awards, as well as two each of the Arthur Ellis and Dilys Awards.  Additionally, Penny… Continue Reading »

“Shut Up & Sit Down, a Q&A with the Sopranos, and a Taste of NY” will be the 10th anniversary of the last episode gathering of the HBO’s hit Series “the Sopranos” for these hilarious “talk back” events. The multiple Emmy nominated and Oscar nominated actor Lorraine Bracco helped organize the event with her friend,… Continue Reading »

30 Acts have been chosen! But only three will win! Come see all the talent that Long Island has to offer … From Soloists to group numbers Ages 8 and up Singers. Dancers. Musicians and more! 1st Prize - $500 2nd Prize - $250 3rd Prize - $100

The 12th Annual Long Island Comedy Festival returns to the beautiful Madison Theatre this summer with an all NEW line-up of top comedians from around the country!  This is LIVE Stand-Up Comedy the way it was meant to be!   Don't miss this outrageous evening of non-stop laughter & hilarious fun! 18 & over recommended

Presented by: Produced & Directed by Bruce Bider and John Pane Musical Director - Bruce Bider Choreographer - Mike Canestraro Starring: Kathryn Crosby, Sarah Rice (Broadway's original "Johanna" in Sweeney Todd), Frank Basile, and Stephen Cole. A musical revue celebrating the songs of the season!