 |      | | This Week at the LibraryAdult2:00 PM - 3:30 PM4/21/2015 With Dr. James Kolb, Professor of Drama, Hofstra University
THE THREEPENNY OPERA by Kurt Weill (composer) and Bertolt Brecht (librettist) was a monumental achievement when it opened in Berlin in 1928. It is an early example of the modern musical comedy and its score is deeply influenced by jazz. It is also part satire, part aesthetic innovation, part sheer theatrical diversion. The work criticizes the over-indulgence and corruption of Weimar Republic Germany (1918-1933), and yet, ironically, it was embraced by that very public and became a great commercial success. By 1931, THREEPENNY was made into a successful film, and by 1933, Kurt Weill was on the run from Nazi Germany. However, it was not until Weill’s death in 1950 that the piece received a successful production in NYC where it went on to run for seven years. Based on an English 18th Century musical show, THE BEGGAR’S OPERA, by John Gay, THREEPENNY is relevant in any time and in any society. Though serious in its intention, the work is highly entertaining as it tells the story of Macheath and Polly Peachum and their ragtag world. THE THREEPENNY OPERA has been translated into 18 languages and performed more than 10,000 times—among them productions conducted by Leonard Bernstein. Many of its songs have become American standards. With resounding sound and colorful video in selected DVD clips and with lively explanation.
ADMISSION FREE – ALL WELCOME
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Live @ The Library2:00 PM - 3:30 PM4/26/2015 By popular demand the talented and beautiful Karkowska sisters return to the library with another of their award-winning programs. Anna, virtuoso violinist and Kasha, concert pianist have performed both in North America and Europe, from Warsaw to New York, from Carnegie Hall to Lincoln Center, to delighted audiences and rave reviews by music critics. Their goal is to make great music a bit more approachable and a lot of fun.” According to critics around the world they have accomplished this. As a duo they communicate easily and delightfully with an audience as they tell wonderful stories and produce music that critics have said “take your breath away. Plan on attending this unique program.
Admission is free and S.D. #21 residents will be seated first; out-of- area residents as space permits. A Bethpage Library card is a ticket of admission for the holder and a companion.
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Movies2:00 PM - 4:00 PM & 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM4/24/2015 Starring: Michael Keaton, Zach Galiflanakis, Naomi Watts, Emma Stone
Rated: R (sex, violence); 119 minutes
In this dark comedy, Riggan Thomson (Keaton), a faded Hollywood actor famous for his superhero roles struggles to mount a Broadway adaptation of a Raymond Carver story in the hope that by spearheading an ambitious new Broadway play he will, among other things, revive his moribund career. In many ways this is a foolhardy move, but the former movie superhero has high hopes that this creative gambit will legitimize him as an artist and prove that he is not just a Hollywood has-been. As he preps for the stage debut he has many possible disasters to deal with. The film was nominated for seven Golden Globe Awards and Keaton won Best Actor. The cast was nominated for Outstanding Cats in a Motion Picture.
Bethpage School District #21 Residents will be seated first. A Bethpage Library Card is a ticket of admission for cardholder and a companion. Out-of-district residents will be seated ten minutes before posted starting time if space permits.
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Children10:30 AM - 11:15 AM4/22/2015 & 4/23/2015 For ages 3½ to 5
Programs are held weekly.
Forty-five fabulous minutes of music, games and stories all designed to boost social and intellectual development! Get ready for school with lots of concept reinforcement! Ongoing registration. Please check children's room for availability.
Bethpage Public Library - Children's Program RoomTiny Tots Storytime 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM & 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM4/24/2015 For ages 3½ to 5
Programs are held weekly.
Forty-five fabulous minutes of music, games and stories all designed to boost social and intellectual development! Get ready for school with lots of concept reinforcement! Ongoing registration. Please check children's room for availability.
Bethpage Public Library - Children's Program RoomTween/Teen2:00 PM - 3:30 PM4/25/2015 Create miniature woven wall hangings made with commonly discarded materials, such as magazines and food containers, in honor of Earth Day! Easy weaving techniques will be taught for all levels while we discuss the importance of being green as well as other innovative and creative ways to be so. You will also study examples of weaving from different cultures brought in by the instructor. Taught by art teacher and certified creative arts therapist Lauren Singer!
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For 21st Century Credit. Students must register at the Bethpage Library Adult Reference Desk. Students who do not register at the library will not be guaranteed a spot. Students attending programs will only be able to register for 21st Century credit after attending them. Bethpage Public Library - Meeting Room & Kitchen
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