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“You Will Be Found,” which closes out the first act, has the potential to be an anthem of a generation. From left: Kristolyn Lloyd (Alana), Rachel Bay Jones (Heidi), Ben Platt (Evan), Laura Dreyfuss (Zoe), Jennifer Laura Thompson and Michael Park (Cynthia and Larry) and Will Roland (Jared). (Photo by Matthew Murphy)
Dear Evan Hansen: Broadway At Its Best BY KIMBERLY DIJKSTRA kdijkstra@antonmediagroup.com
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ollowing more than a year of positive buzz and a sold-out run in the spring at Second Stage Theatre, the new musical Dear Evan Hansen lives up to expectations. Now at the Music Box Theatre, Dear Evan Hansen is proving itself to be the best Broadway has to offer. The show is directed by Michael Greif, director of the original 1996 production of Rent and the critically-acclaimed Next to Normal, with a book written by Obie Award-winner Steven Levenson and a score by Tony Award-nominated Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. It deals with themes of anxiety, loneliness and depression, intertwined with a sense of hopefulness and messages of the value of family, friendship and finding your place in the world. High school student Evan Hansen is played by Ben Platt, who may be best known for his screen role as a
“certified illusionist” in Pitch Perfect. Evan is embarking on his senior year and hoping to overcome his awkwardness and make a connection with someone. In a Shakespearean turn of events, a misunderstanding turns into a lie, which snowballs into a complicated mess for everyone involved. Platt displays a deep understanding of Evan. Audiences root for Evan, who is making some poor choices, because they relate to his motives and sympathize with his predicament. In addition, Platt has immaculate control over his incredible voice, even at the most emotional moments, which will bring audiences to tears while his character tries to find the right words to say. Dear Evan Hansen also stars Rachel Bay Jones as Evan’s mother, Laura Dreyfuss, Mike Faist, Jennifer Laura
Thompson and Michael Park as members of the Murphy family, and Will Roland and Kristolyn Lloyd as classmates. While every cast member shines in their role, Faist’s portrayal of the troubled Connor secures his place as a rising star on Broadway. Long Island’s own Will Roland makes his Broadway debut as Jared Kleinman, Evan’s “family friend” and a major highlight of the hilarious number in the first act “Sincerely, Me.” What sets Dear Evan Hansen apart from other contemporary shows is its embrace of digital means of communication. Videos are integrated into the narrative. Clever lighting creates a representation of texting. In one scene, the stage transforms, placing the characters in the Internet. The visual depiction of something so intangible yet
inextricable from daily life delivers a powerful effect. Full of catchy tunes and soaring anthems, Dear Evan Hansen manages to give us songs that drive the story while also standing strong on their own. “Waving Through A Window” is a standout and available for download. The much-anticipated soundtrack is due out in February. Don’t let the heavy subject matter fool you. Dear Evan Hansen is also full of insightful wit and laugh-out-loud humor. The highs complement the lows to create a deeply personal and emotional show that resonates with everyone in some way. If you don’t leave the theater singing “all I see is sky for forever,” chances are, the person next to you is. The Music Box Theatre is located at 239 W 45th St., New York. For tickets to Dear Evan Hansen, visit www.telecharge.com or call 212-239-6200. For the complete performance schedule, visit www. dearevanhansen.com.
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DINING
Soups And Simmers BY STEVE MOSCO
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ith cold gray days and long frigid nights, it is no wonder January is National Soup month. Sometimes our hunger pangs just need a warm, wholesome hug from the inside out. Hale And Hearty ladled its first bowl in a small storefront in New York City. More than 20 years and hundreds of soups later, the eatery continues to serve up robust and soul-satisfying fare at all of its locations, including on Glen Cove Road in Carle Place. Along with soups, Hale And Hearty expanded its menu to include its heartiest offering yet; Simmers, which are slow-cooked one-pot meals
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with ingredients ranging from various diverse cultural and culinary backgrounds. Each bite of these chunky, thick stews coalesces into melt-in-your-mouth comfort. Current Simmer options in Carle Place include Korean BBQ Beef over kimchi rice, Thai Chicken Satay over rice vermicelli noodles, Seafood Fra Diavolo over basil orzo, Wild Mushroom Lemongrass and Ginger with vermicelli noodles and Chicken Curry with apple and mint over coconut basmati rice. And coming soon, Spicy Creole Crab & Shrimp with bayou rice. Choosing a Simmer can be difficult, but eaters can’t go wrong with the Thai Chicken Satay and Seafood Fra Diavolo options, as both kill the winter chill with some pleasant heat. The satay has grilled chicken in a smooth peanut sauce with scallions, Madras curry and a symphony of spices for a flavor that touches all tangy and sweet notes. The ItalianAmerican Fra Diavolo brims with lobster, crab, clams and scallops in a rich, decadent broth. The basil orzo is the perfect pairing, bringing understated balance to the fra diavolo’s rugged profile. As for soups, Hale And Hearty still offers comfort food favorites Broccoli Cheddar, Chicken and Corn Bisque, Three Lenti Chili and more. But when the winter is at its harshest, the soups offering that feeling of well-being and consolation from the cold are the Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings and
the Clam Chowder. Both soups bring coziness by the spoonful. The chicken and dumplings is well-seasoned with soft, pillowy dumplings, while the clam chowder brings all the tradition home with creamy, seafaring flavor. Beyond soups and simmers, Hale And Hearty offers chef-created salads and an array of sandwiches, with combos bringing all the elements together for a wholesome meal. The Carle Place location is great for lunch or anytime, and offers curbside pickup for anyone craving fresh warmth on the run. Hale And Hearty is located at 207 Glen Cove Rd., in the Parkway Plaza Shopping Center. Call 516-5351000 or visit www.haleandhearty.com for more.
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Golden Globe Shows To Watch BY JENNIFER FAUCI jFauci@antonmediagroup.com
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FO R Atlanta FX’s comedy not only stars actor Donald Glover, it was created by him as well. The show centers on two cousins who work the rap music scene in Atlanta, GA. It took home the Golden Globe for Best Television Series for a Musical or Comedy, and Glover himself snagged a gold idol for Best Performance. Atlanta’s original content and music angle earned critical claim across the board as one of the new best shows of the year. Watch Atlanta on Fox.com.
Stranger Things This sci-fi original drama grabbed audiences instantly. Set in small town Indiana in 1983 during a time when science fiction was all people could talk about, Winona Ryder stars as Joyce Byers, whose 12-year-old son goes missing. While investigating his disappearance, Ryder’s character unravels a series of mysteries involving supernatural forces, secret government experiments and a very unusual little girl. If a character by the name of Eleven has you intrigued, watch Stranger Things.
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The drama series based on everyone’s favorite queen, The Crown was a sure-fire hit among period and history lovers alike. Premiering in November, the Netflix-original drama chronicles the life of Queen Elizabeth II from the 1940s to modern day, beginning with Elizabeth’s early reign as queen. As the years pass, the young queen is met with romances and political rivalries, all of which have shaped the 20th century. Claire Foy’s engaging and powerful performance as Queen Elizabeth II earned her a Golden Globe for Best Performance in a Television Series Drama. The biographical show also won for Best Television Series: Drama.
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Sarah Paulson’s stellar performances in American Horror Story already garnered her several Critic’s Choice Awards, but she won her first Golden Globe for her role in The People v. O.J.: American Crime Story. The true crime anthology series, that depicts the infamous O.J. Simpson murder trial is based on the book, The Run of His Life: The People v. O.J. Simpson by Jeffrey Toobin. Cuba Gooding Jr., Selma Blair and David Schwimmer also star. The gripping series received rave reviews and a Golden Globe for Best Television Limited Series.
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urling may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about sports, but the Long Island Curling Club thinks very highly of the upstart sport. Formed in 2008, the club is dedicated to providing Long Island
residents an enjoyable curling experience which, according to Dave Tumminello, president of media relations at the club, is meant to contribute to the sport’s growth. “We try to make more people aware of the sport,” Tumminello said. “People tend to think curling is cool or interesting or odd, but they don’t
know that it’s in their own backyard.” Any one of Tumminello’s adjectives could conceivably describe the objective in a curling match. Each team has a skip, whose job it is to call all of the shots. Upon receiving the skip’s instruction, a thrower will then release a “stone” down the ice. Two sweepers aid the stone’s trajectory by sweeping the ice, and typically more sweeping equals a greater distance travelled. Each team’s points are tallied based on the number of stones that remain in the large circle, or house, at the conclusion of a round, or end. A highly strategic game, curling does not enjoy popularity in the United States on the order of football or baseball. But it is growing, Tumminello points out, even though many may still see it as a niche sport. “It is [a niche sport],” Tumminello said. “But it’s huge in other places like Canada and it’s growing very rapidly in the United States. There’s always a surge around the Olympics. I think it’s a sport that’s open to everyone. It’s a very friendly and cordial sport. It’s competitive, but not ruthless. Sportsmanship is a huge part of it.” Part of the club’s strategy for developing further interest in curling is to appeal to both enthusiasts and neophytes. Membership options are diverse in that players who are unfamiliar with curling can learn while playing on a team, with first-time curlers offered a discount.
Associate membership is offered for those who don’t want to play weekly and would rather play less regularly. In addition, the club offers specialized sessions for new players. Open house sessions serve as a brief overview of the sport, while “Learn to Curl” sessions are more involved and delve into strategy and technique. Tumminello believes that part of curling’s appeal can be attributed to its accessibility relative to other sports. “We like to mix new players with experienced players so they can learn,” he said. “It’s a quick sport to pick up. It takes years to master. But you can’t just pick up basketball and play with people who have played for 10 years. We have people who come once a week and we have people who come year round. There’s definitely a range.” This year, the club has split its fall and winter leagues into two separate seasons. The full winter 2017 session will run on Saturdays from January through March and will take place at the Long Island Sports Hub. “We’re a very diverse group of people with different backgrounds and personalities,” Tumminello said. “People get to play a sport they thought they’d never have the chance to. It really is the people who make this club. Every time we have an event, I hear about how nice the people at the club are.” For more information or to register, visit www.licurling.org.
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