14 Things To Do on Long Island This Weekend
YES
Legendary YES vocalist/songwriter Jon Anderson will be touring with The Band Geeks performing classic YES tracks including “And You and I,” “Starship Trooper,” “Heart of the Sunrise” and epic works like “Close To The Edge.” The Space at Westbury Theatre, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com $59-$175.7 p.m. April 14.
NAPOLEON DYNAMITE
This unique evening includes a full screening of Napoleon Dynamite followed by a lively, freewheeling, moderated discussion with fan-favorite cast members Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Efren Ramirez (Pedro), and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico). Add on a Meet & Greet with the cast members for $75. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $59-$79. 8 p.m. April 14.
LIMÓN DANCE COMPANY
The late choreographer and dancer José Limón is credited with creating one of the world’s most important and enduring dance legacies. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, tillescenter.org $36-$66. 8 p.m. April 14.
JIM MESSINA
An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, Messina’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career, and scores of producing and engineering credits. Suffolk Theater, 118 East Main St., Riverhead, suffolktheater.com $69. 8 p.m. April 14.
JOE MATARESE
This spring, he will be releasing his third comedy special called Mullets and Mixtapes. Joe’s currently touring his Greatest Hits Standup Tour including all his most popular standup bits along with the stories behind them. Governor’s Comedy Club, 90 Division Ave., Levittown, govs.com $22-$61. 8 p.m. April 14, 7 p.m. April 15.
LONG ISLAND JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
The inaugural Long Island Jewish Film Festival will celebrate Jewish cinema with screenings of several documentaries, dramas, and historical films, including rare pieces of film history. Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington, cinemaartscentre.org April 14-16.
ZEBRA
In celebration of 40 years since the release of their self-titled debut album, all original members Randy Jackson, Felix Hanneman, and Guy Gelso will play the record in its entirety, plus fan favorites. The Space at Westbury Theatre, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com $50-$60. 7 p.m. April 15.
GIRL NAMED TOM
This Ohio-bawd with Special Guest: Bella DiNapoli. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, paramountny.com $24.50-$54.50. 8 p.m. April 15.
BRUCE CAMPBELL PRESENTS BRUCE-O-RAMA
A two-part evening of indulgent fun, Bruce-O-Rama begins with “Last Fan Standing,” the only interactive game show exclusively for fans of pop culture. In the second half, Bruce will introduce the cult film favorite he starred in, Army of Darkness, and take questions before the screening in a lively half-hour of anecdotes, insults, and random cash giveaways. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $40-$125. 8 p.m. April 15.
PAULA POUNDSTONE
Known for her witty commentary on NPR’s news quiz show Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me, Poundstone’s spontaneity is admired by fans who love her engaging comedy and rip-roaring humor. Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington, landmarkonmainstreet.org $38-$60. 8 p.m. April 15.
A DREAM IS A WISH PRINCESS CONCERT
Sing along to all your favorite Disney songs on a magical journey, and you’ll even get to meet your favorite princess! Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, madisontheatreny.org $20-$30. April 15-16.
COMO BROTHERS
Combining pop and rock easy-listening sound with a blues vibe, these like bros have written and recorded multiple albums and EPs of original songs. Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall Of Fame, 97 Main St, Stony Brook, limusichalloffame.org Free with admission. 3 p.m. April 16.
YING QUARTET
The program features Mozart’s String Quartet in B-flat major, K. 589, and Dvořák’s String Quartet in G major, Op. 106. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, tillescenter.org $52-$59. 3 p.m. April 16.
VANILLA FUDGE
This legendary classic rock Long Island-based quartet is best known for bridging psychedelia and metal with their hits “You Keep Me Hangin’ On,” “Season of the Witch” and “Shotgun.” The Space at Westbury Theatre, 250 Post Ave., Westbury. thespaceatwestbury.com $35-$65. 7 p.m. April 16.
The Week Ahead on Long Island:
7th ANNUAL NY DOG FILM FESTIVAL
This was the most competitive year ever, with 64 submissions of films from all over the world – Australia, China, France, Germany, India, Iran Islamic Republic, Israel, Italy, Mexico, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, and Turkey. Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington, cinemaartscentre.org $10-$15. 7 p.m. April 17.
NEW EDITION
This iconic R&B group is back on their Legacy Tour with Keith Sweat and Guy. UBS Arena, Belmont Park, 2400 Hempstead Tpke. ubsarena.com $94-$410. 7:30 p.m. April 20.
MATT RIFE
This comedian got his start by self-producing a comedy special on OnlyFans, has since racked up a few acting credits, and most recently released his self-titled special Matthew Steven Rife on Valentine’s Day. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, paramountny.com $25.$65. 7:30 p.m., 10 p.m. April 20.
RUBEN & CLAY
Almost 20 years ago, Ruben Studdard bested Clay Aiken in season two of American Idol. Now, they’re giving fans the reunion they have been asking for, as the duo takes the stage, for one night only. Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, 71 East Main St., Patchogue, patchoguetheatre.org $89-$118. 8 p.m. April 20.
