11 Things To Do on Long Island This Weekend / Week Ahead
EXCISION: NEXUS TOUR
Famous for their raw unfiltered humor and personal storytelling, these comedians will take the stage and make you laugh your socks off. Oakerson and Kelly have achieved significant success in the comedy world with their stand-up specials, TV appearances, and podcasting. Both comedians co-host “The Bonfire” on SiriusXM. UBS Arena, Belmont Park, 2400 Hempstead Tpke. ubsarena.com $47-$161. 6:30 p.m. March 22.
RICK WAKEMAN
The “ultimate keyboard wizard” is making his way to Long Island for his final solo tour! Rick Wakeman, one of rock’s most original and proficient keyboardists, composers, and performers will blow you away with his performance sharing highlights from his career with YES, as well as his solo work. His hits include concept albums “The Six Wives of Henry VIII” and “Journey to the Centre of the Earth.” The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, paramountny.com $29.50-$75. 8 p.m. March 22.
JUDGE REINHOLD
An evening with the Emmy-nominated actor for a screening of Fast Times at Ridgemont High in time for the 40th anniversary of the comedy classic. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $59-$185. 8 p.m. March 22.
STEPHEN SCHWARTZ INDUCTION CONCERT
Induction of Broadway Legend, Stephen Schwartz into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall Of Fame, followed by a concert in his honor, emceed by Paul Shaffer. Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall Of Fame, 97 Main St, Stony Brook, limusichalloffame.org $78.50-$153.50. 7 p.m. March 23.
KK’s PRIEST
Although it’s been over a dozen years since guitarist and songwriter K.K. Downing departed Judas Priest, the iconic band he co-founded and played with for 40 years, he was never really going to retire. It was only a matter of time before he reclaimed the spotlight. As his new album title proclaims, The Sinner Rides Again. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $49-$79. 7:30 p.m. March 23.
IVY LEAGUE OF COMEDY
The lineup features Carmen Lynch, Ryan Reiss and Shaun Eli. Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, madisontheatreny.org $45. 8 p.m. March 23.
KATHY GRIFFIN
Two-time Emmy and Grammy award-winning comedic icon Kathy Griffin will take the stage with her hilarious stand-up comedy. Known for candid comments on celebrity culture, politics, and social issues, she uses honesty and sarcasm to get you laughing until you cry. She is also famous for her numerous stand-up specials, New York Times Best Selling books, and sold-out comedy tours. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, paramountny.com $39.50-$79.50. 7 p.m. March 24.
BLACKBERRY SMOKE
Over the past two decades, Blackberry Smoke has developed this confidence and amassed a loyal fanbase, leading their last five full-length albums to achieve great chart success, including 2021’s You Hear Georgia, which reached #1 on Billboard’s Americana/Folk Albums chart. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $45-$250. 7 p.m. March 24.
The Week Ahead:
GAELIC STORM & THE HIGH KINGS
Get your Irish music fix with these bands from the Emerald Isle. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $69-$99. 8 p.m. March 26.
STYX
The rock legends will play their many classics. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury, thetheatreatwestbury.com $54-$307. 8 p.m. March 27.
DRAKE
Drake is taking his chart-topping hits on tour! With his influential presence in hip-hop and R&B, Drake has consistently dominated the music charts with his many hits like “Hotline Bling,” “Gods Plan,” “One Dance,” “Nice For What” and many more. As a cultural icon shaping contemporary music’s sound, Drake’s tour promises an amazing performance. UBS Arena, Belmont Park, 2400 Hempstead Tpke. ubsarena.com $184-$978. 8 p.m. March 28, 29.
