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MODERN CLASSICS THEATRE OF LONG ISLAND

149 N. Wellwood Avenue
Lindenhurst, NY 11757



Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Cultural Arts Playhouse-SYOSSET


by Sam Desmond - May 14, 2026

Playing on the main stage at Cultural Arts Playhouse in Syosset this spring is the operatic, rock ‘n rock “Jesus Christ Superstar.”...

Review: COMPANY at Manes Studio Theatre


by Michelle Nielsen - April 28, 2026

Stephen Sondheim’s powerful emotional musical about love, marriage, and being the last single person in a group of married friends, COMPANY, has been brought to life by director Rick Grossman at Manes Studio Theatre. First performed on Broadway in 1970, this groundbreaking show won 6 Tony awards a...

Review: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74


by Michelle Nielsen - April 27, 2026

What did our critic think of THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD at Star Playhouse At Stage 74?...

Review: THE PRINCE OF EGYPT at The Argyle Theatre


by Sam Desmond - April 27, 2026

A sprawling, epic--literally biblical--story focusing on the deep-seeded bond of two brothers through the societal pressures both have to lead against each other, “The Prince of Egypt” at the Argyle Theatre in Babylon, is the musical for those who want to travel to another world but still feel t...

Review: THE 39 STEPS at Theatre Three


by Sam Desmond - April 24, 2026

Reverie Theatre Group presents ‘Edges,’ a funny, thoughtful, highly entertaining four-person song cycle, with no spoken dialogue or discernible plot, that explores the challenges of young adults, including family dynamics, career opportunities, and most significantly, the trials and tribulations...

Review: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Suffolk


by Michelle Nielsen - April 21, 2026

What did our critic think of TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at The Suffolk?...

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at James Street Players


by Michelle Nielsen - April 20, 2026

Powerhouse vocals, evocative choreography, and a deep emotional connection define director and choreographer Matthew I. Quinn’s vision of Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rice’s timeless and timely rock opera, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR....

Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at Cultural Arts Playhouse-Merrick


by Sam Desmond - April 09, 2026

With a central character seemingly a charming, albeit selfish, peccadillo who goes on redemption journey to connect his passion with his dreams, “School of Rock,” brings humor, honor, and hype to the standing up for yourself no matter how “acceptable” the responsible path is presented....

Review: JAGGED LITTLE PILL: THE MUSICAL at Smithtown Performing Arts Center


by Sam Desmond - April 01, 2026

The sweeping music and frenetic choreography of a musical and the arrow-piercing drama of a straight play are rarely found together in the same production, but “Jagged Little Pill: the Musical” currently playing at the Smithtown Performing Arts Center through April 19, is a rare melding of those...

Review: THE BODYGUARD at John W. Engeman Theater


by Sam Desmond - March 29, 2026

What did our critic think of THE BODYGUARD at John W. Engeman Theater?...

Past Shows

As Bees in Honey Drown
May 17 – Jun 1, 2025

Modern Classics Theatre of Long Island presents Douglas Carter Beane’s As Bees in Honey Drown, a satirical exploration of fame, fantasy, and desire. Directed by...

As Bees In Honey Drown
As Bees In Honey Drown
May 17 – Jun 1, 2025

Evan Wyler has just finished a photo session with his shirt off. No, he’s not a supermodel; he’s a twenty-something New York writer savoring the...

Comedy
Clue!
Clue!
Mar 1 – Mar 16, 2025

Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn and adapted by Sandy Rustin, Clue follows six mysterious guests who assemble at a remote mansion for a...

Comedy
Of Mice And Men
Of Mice And Men
Sep 28 – Oct 13, 2024

Join us for a powerful and gripping production of Of Mice and Men, a timeless American classic that delves into the hopes and dreams of...

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
Jul 13 – Jul 28, 2024

One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant...

Prodigal Son
Prodigal Son
Sep 6 – Sep 15, 2019

A teenager from the Bronx finds challenges and discovers himself at a boarding school in New England in the 1960s. Performances are September 6th-15th (Fridays...

Videos


Be Like Blippi Tour! in Long Island Be Like Blippi Tour!
Patchogue Theatre (3/03-6/03)
The Prince of Egypt in Long Island The Prince of Egypt
Argyle Theatre (4/16-6/07)
West Side Story in Long Island West Side Story
The Gateway Playhouse (5/08-5/31)
CAMELOT in Long Island CAMELOT
The John W. Engeman Theater (5/14-6/28)
The Prince of Egypt in Long Island The Prince of Egypt
Argyle Theatre (4/16-6/07)
Jessica Vosk: Sleigh in Long Island Jessica Vosk: Sleigh
Staller Center for the Arts (12/11-12/11)
Derek Hough- Symphony of Dance: Encore in Long Island Derek Hough- Symphony of Dance: Encore
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts (7/19-7/19)
Sesame Street Live! Elmo's Got the Moves Relaxed performance, co-presented with Round Room Live in Long Island Sesame Street Live! Elmo's Got the Moves Relaxed performance, co-presented with Round Room Live
Tilles Center for the Performing Arts (6/02-6/02)
Take 2 to Perform at Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on May 17th in Long Island Take 2 to Perform at Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame on May 17th
Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (5/17-5/17)
West Side Story in Long Island West Side Story
The Gateway Playhouse (5/08-5/31)