Betty Buckley and More Slated for Landmark on Main's Fall 2016 Season

The Landmark on Main is kicking off its 2016-17 season with 21 new shows at our Jeanne Rimsky Theater in the heart of Port Washington. From Broadway to folk to comedy to kids' entertainment, Landmark has the artists whose names are instantly recognizable and whose performances are memorable.

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We open with Donovan's 50th Anniversary of Sunshine Superman tour on Saturday, September 10, 8 PM. Expect to hear your favorite classics from the 60's, 70's and more.

Sponsored by: Frank's Pizzeria of Port Washington and Pam & Larry Tarica.

Tickets: Premium $59 (Friends $54) • Select $49 (Friends $44)• Standard $39 (Friends $34). *

Speaking of memories, who doesn't know the incomparable Betty Buckley? Buckley punctuated a career in TV and movies with role-defining performances on Broadway in Cats and Sunset Boulevard. Share An Evening with Betty Buckley on Friday, September 30, 8 PM.

Sponsored by: Jane & Martin Schwartz, Judy & Morton Sloan and Capell, Matalon, Barnett & Schoenfeld.

Tickets: Premium $57 (Friends $52) • Select $52 (Friends $47)• Standard $47 (Friends $42). *

The "world's greatest Eagles tribute band" is up next with Eaglemania on Friday, October 7, 8 PM. Eaglemania is famous for their dedication to recreating the precise sounds of the classic band - you would almost swear you were hearing the Eagles. A must for any Eagles fan.

Sponsored by: Law Offices of Mitchell Segal.

Tickets: Premium $38 (Friends $33) • Select $33 (Friends $28)• Standard $28 (Friends $23). *

The Hot Sardines, Saturday, October 8, 8 PM. In the talented hands of this New York-based ensemble, music first made famous decades ago comes alive as they effortlessly channel New York speakeasies, Parisian cabarets and New Orleans jazz halls.

Tickets: Premium $57 (Friends $52) • Select $47 (Friends $42) • Standard $37 (Friends $32). *

Save the Date for Landmark's Spotlight Gala on Saturday, November 5!

This year's Gala features 2016 Tony nominee Laura Benanti. Ticket and sponsorship information to come on our website: www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

November also brings a powerhouse weekend of folk events: back-to-back-to-back shows by three unique and highly individual artists:

The Kingston Trio (Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley), Friday, November 11, 8 PM

Sponsored by: Kay & Leo Ullman

Tickets: Premium $55 (Friends $50)• Select $50 (Friends $45)• Standard $45 (Friends $40). *

Ani DiFranco, Saturday, November 12, 8 PM. Singer, songwriter, entrepreneur - her music embraces folk, jazz, soul and more.

Sponsored by: Maureen & Joe Wekselblatt.

Tickets: Premium $62 (Friends $57) • Select $57 (Friends $52)• Standard $47 (Friends $42). *

Josh Ritter, Sunday, November 13, 7 PM. Appearing solo, with brand-new material from his latest release, Sermon on the Rocks.

Tickets: Premium $59 (Friends $54) • Select $54 (Friends $49)• Standard $47 (Friends $42). *

Start the holiday season off right at Landmark - and just keep going! Join us for

John Pizzarelli Quartet: Holiday Hits & More, Friday, December 2, 8 PM. Classic pop, jazz and swing hits by the artist who sets the standard for stylish modern jazz.

Sponsored by Lisa & Victor Girgenti, Carol & Sandy Krieger, Sandy & Eric Krasnoff.

Tickets: Premium $70 (Friends $65) • Select $60 (Friends $55)• Standard $50 (Friends $45). *

Darlene Love, Sunday, December 11, 7 PM. Back for her sixth annual visit, her holiday show has become a Landmark tradition - and always sells out.

Sponsored by Albanese & Albanese, Helen & Peter Fahey, Barbara & Richard Strautman.

Tickets: Premium $82 (Friends $77) • Select $77 (Friends $72)• Standard $67 (Friends $62). *

Cherish the Ladies: A Celtic Christmas, Sunday, December 18, 7 PM. Classic holiday music in signature arrangements, highlighting unique Celtic instrumentation, harmonies and Irish step dancing.

Tickets: Premium $45 (Friends $40) • Select $40 (Friends $35)• Standard $35 (Friends $30). *

And plan ahead for 2017. Already on our calendar are...

Tom Papa, Friday, January 13, 8 PM. Veteran standup comedian, film & TV actor and host of Sirius Radio's Come to Papa.

Tickets: All seats $35 (Friends $30)*

An Evening with Fran Lebowitz, Saturday, February 11, 8 PM. A conversation and Q&A with the purveyor of urban cool, cultural satirist and witty chronicler of the "me decade" often called the heir to Dorothy Parker.

Tickets: All seats: $45 (Friends $40).

Kathy Mattea: The Acoustic Living Room, Sunday, February 12, 7 PM. Songs & stories by the Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter, featuring Bill Cooley.

Tickets: Premium $50 (Friends $45) • Select $45 (Friends $40)• Standard $40 (Friends $35). *

Buckwheat Zydeco & Marcia Ball, New Orleans, a Mardi Gras Celebration, Friday, February 24, 8 PM. Laissez les bon temps rouler! There will definitely be dancing in the aisles.

Tickets: Premium $65 (Friends $60) • Select $54 (Friends $49)• Standard $49 (Friends $44). *

Improvised Shakespeare, Saturday, February 25, 8 PM. Based on audience ideas, Chicago's acclaimed The Improvised Shakespeare Co. creates a fully improvised Shakespearean masterpiece right before your very eyes!

Sponsored by: Jane & Martin Schwartz, Judy & Morton Sloan and Capell, Matalon, Barnett & Schoenfeld.

Tickets: Premium $39 (Friends $34) • Select $34 (Friends $29)• Standard $29 (Friends $24). *

10,000 Maniacs, Friday, March 24, 8 PM. The acclaimed multi-platinum band whose 2016 release Playing Favorites features new live recordings of their best-known hits.

Tickets: Premium $55 (Friends $50) • Select $50 (Friends $45)• Standard $45 (Friends $40). *

An Evening with Joan Osborne, Friday, April 21, 8 PM. One of the great voices of her generation - both a commanding, passionate performer and a frank, emotionally evocative songwriter. Osborne is widely known for her beloved hit song (What If God Was) One of Us,

Tickets: Premium $50 (Friends $45) • Select $45 (Friends $40) • Standard $40 (Friends $35). *

Our family favorite Landmark Kids series offers shows for the entire family.

We take a scientific turn with Super Scientific Circus on Sunday, October 16, 3 PM. It's science made easy and fun, using amazing and amusing circus skills and magic tricks.

Tickets: All seats $18 (Friends $15).

Bubble Time captivates both kids and adults on Sunday, November 13, 2 PM. The first ever stage show to combine the talents of two top-notch comic bubble entertainers, Casey Carle & Doug Rougeux, who can turn just about anything into a bubble wand.

Tickets: All seats $23 (Friends $20).*

Berenstain Bears Live! Family Matters - The Musical, Sunday, January 29, 2 PM. Songs, dancing and life lessons in a compilation of three Bears favorites. Great for ages 2-6.

Tickets: All seats $23 (Friends $20).*

The Landmark Kids series is sponsored by Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel.

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Tickets for all shows are on sale to Friends of Landmark starting July 11 and to the General Public starting August 1. Join as a friend and purchase tickets through Landmark's Box Office, 516-767-6444 or online at www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

Landmark on Main Street is a not-for-profit community center and theater that enhances the spirit and enriches the communities of Port Washington and surrounding regions. Now in its 21st year, it is a unique confluence of local history, culture, recreation, arts and community services. The Jeanne Rimsky Theater is vibrant with concerts, lectures, shows, comedy, and performances. Find Landmark on the web at www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.

*All ticket prices include a $2 facilities fee for capital improvements.

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