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Frozen

Heats Up with Rob Ashford and Robert Creighton

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Frozen Sparkles On Broadway BY JENNIFER FAUCI

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tanding frozen in the life I’ve chosen,” may be among the lyrics in the iconic song “Let It Go,” but Frozen on Broadway is anything but stillness. Choreographer Rob Ashford demonstrates his talents from orchestrating a coronation ball sequence to capturing the haunting beauty of being alone in the icy mountains, and how so many emotions can be achieved simply through movement. With a slew of awards and nominations, Ashford’s Broadway portfolio speaks for itself. His creative process always begins with researching the time period to get a sense of where dance was during that time. More importantly, he says a large part of his work is character study. “I discover who the characters are as people and how might they move, focusing on how their movement or dancing enhances their story,” said Ashford. “It’s not just the story that’s playing out between them; it’s about making movement a character asset instead of just entertainment.” Like many Disney classic films before it, Frozen on Broadway follows in the footsteps of Beauty and The Beast, The Lion King and Aladdin. With more stage time, Ashford was able to go deeper into characters and the world of Arendelle. And having the original film’s songwriters Robert and Kristen Anderson-Lopez and writer Jennifer Lee on board allowed them to give such insight into the characters. “I’ve always admired Disney and what they do as a company. I loved the film and when I saw it, thought it was perfect for the stage, but there wasn’t much dancing in the film,” said Ashford, noting that he had the opportunity to find moments that might be fun to express physically. “For example, the freezing and falling

Patti Murin (Anna) and John Riddle (Hans) in Frozen on Broadway. Photo by Deen van Meer

of Anna was simple but more poetic and technical in movement. That hits you in the heart in the right way.” In taking liberties with the production, Ashford and director Michael Grandage’s willingness to be abstract was one moment of discovery after the next when choreographing the show. Working together many times before, Ashford and Grandage understand the value and theatricality of how a human moment can be more powerful and beautiful than special effects. “This show has all of the elements of human touch and Michael was very willing and excited about the idea of discovering that. My favorite thing to do when creating a show is finding those moments that can tug at your heart with joy or sadness or warmth,” said Ashford. “'Dangerous to Dream’ is one of my favorites in the show because it is so well structured and beautifully done. It’s a great peek into Elsa to understand this girl who runs

off into the mountains on her own.” Happy that he got to explore some non-naturalist moments, Ashford spoke about the new musical numbers that every show must have. Specifically, he shares the scenes with the hidden folk and mythological creatures in the mountains and how they were used to counterbalance the fairytale aspect of Frozen. “Elsa embodies the mythical side with her magic and powers while Anna is more the fairytale side,” he said. “It’s wonderful to mix them together; the people of the mountains who raised Kristoff and worship nature compared to the court and Arendelle.” Like any choreographer worth his dance shoes, Ashford wanted the dances to be used in storytelling to the best effect, and like the film, teaching wonderful lessons along the way. “You go to the theatre to see a great story open up in front of you. Frozen is about self-acceptance for both

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Elsa and Anna and the love for their family,” said Ashford of this unconventional love story between two sisters. “It’s a lot of fun to go along on this journey.” Turn the page to read a Q&A with Robert Creighton, who plays the Duke of Weselton.

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Q&A

Dancing Dignitary

Robert Creighton goes from a toe-tapping Cagney to a Disney Duke BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO DGILDERUBIO@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

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How did you get involved with Frozen?

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When was the first time Frozen showed up on your radar?

John Riddle as Hans and Robert Creighton (center and above) as Weselton) Photo by Deen van Meer

In December 2016, I auditioned for the role of The Duke of Weselton for our director Michael Grandage. Going in, I knew what a privilege it would be to work with him. The audition went well and I was told later that day by my agent that I would have a callback audition in January. Then a week later I got another phone call from my agent telling me they were offering me the part. That was not expected after only one audition, but I was thrilled.

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Why did you want to be a part of Frozen The Broadway Musical?

Artistically, I loved the movie and you just know Disney is going to spare no expense to do it right and that’s fun to be a part of. After 14 months of doing a role in a show I cowrote off-Broadway that was, on one hand, a dream come true, but on the other a massive physical and vocal commitment—a fun character role in a great big Broadway production seemed like a good idea. This is my third Broadway show with Disney so I honestly feel like part of the family.

The director made it clear that we were using the film as a jumping off point, but were creating a new piece of art. Of course, a lot of the iconic lines and jokes are in the show, but as for character development, I referenced the film before my audition and then just let myself create a detailed character that fit into the world of the stage version.

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What has been the biggest difference for you going from CAGNEY to Frozen?

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Frozen the movie only came out five years ago. Jumping to Broadway it is a pretty quick venture from screen to stage. Were you nervous about maintaining the film’s popularity?

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The DVD of the film came out when my son was 2 and a half and my daughter was less than one year old. It became an instant household favorite. When the movie

started, my son would run and get his “water flute” to use as an ice pick and sing along with the men of Arendelle chopping the ice. I remember having a conversation with my wife that if it was developed for Broadway there were a couple of parts I could see

After 14 months of playing James Cagney in CAGNEY off-Broadway, I call this my “gift.”

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Because of the demands of the role, both physically and vocally, I had to live like a monk a lot of the time. I had to get enough sleep, which is challenging with two young children, and I didn’t want to talk much. While this role still requires a lot of energy output, I can live my daytime life fully. I miss tap dancing every day, but our choreographer Rob Ashford gave me a very fun tango feature (complete with castanets) that is a hoot to do.

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Do you have a favorite scene?

The scene where I meet and am rebuffed by Queen Elsa is my favorite scene to do. I look forward to it every time. Fun fact: several times a week I stay in the wings to watch the glorious Caissie Levy sing “Let It Go.” The combination of her vocal power and thrilling visuals is breathtaking.

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Why should someone come see Frozen?

It is a stunning show on every level. The performances and the voices of our two leading ladies, Caissie Levy and Pattie Murin, will blow you away. The music is rich and beautiful, the visuals of the set, costumes, lighting, sound, video and special effects are like nothing you’ve seen. And, most importantly, the story is powerful and does what Disney shows do best: the same material hits adults in one way and kids in another. Can you tell I’m very proud to be a part of this?

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MUSIC

Keeping It Real With Brandi Carlile BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

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n a day and age when artists spawned by YouTube and reality show competitions are here today and gone tomorrow, Brandi Carlile represents a throwback to an era when truly gifted musicians achieved a level of respected longevity. With the recent release of By the Way, I Forgive You, Carlile’s sixth studio outing, she’s firmly established quite the creative foothold for herself. Produced by the tandem of Americana guru Dave Cobb and Shooter Jennings, these 10 songs are less about artifice and more about honesty and craft—something that you’re not going to find too much of on the pop charts nowadays. And while Carlile’s career path has found the Washington State native working with the likes of T-Bone Burnett and Rick Rubin and landing on then-President Barack Obama’s Spotify playlist, she remains remarkably grounded and humble. So much so that she unfailingly shares the credit for her success with Tim and Phil Hanseroth, Carlile’s identical twin bandmates who have been her ride-or-dies from day one and continue to serve in that role. “We met when I was just at the end of being a teenager and we were playing music and singing together. They were in other bands and they had a band that was signed and dropped and I was doing a lot of solo stuff, but I had been playing on and off with other bands too,” she recalled. “We made a pact right then and there that everything would be equal three ways, no matter what. And it always has been and it’s really, really worked for us as a band and for me personally.” Earnestness and raw emotion infuse Carlile’s latest opus. She lovingly shares the day-to-day parenting challenges she shares with wife Catherine Shepherd as the mothers of daughter Evangeline (the couple just welcomed their second child last month) with matter-of-fact couplets in the hypnotically acoustic tune “The Mother” that include, “The first thing she took from me was selfishness

and sleep/She broke a thousand heirlooms I was never meant to keep/She filled my life with color, canceled plans and trashed my car/But none of that was ever who we are.” Add in the rich orchestration of the late Paul Buckmaster and what you have is a recording that hits you square in the heart and the head, particularly on the outro “Party of One,” in which the singer-songwriter lays her soul bare as the arranger’s string arrangements envelop her world-weary singing. It was a particular triumph for Carlile, who grew up idolizing Elton John and met Buckmaster Brandi Carlile at age 16 before first working (Photo by with him a decade-plus later Alyse while recording 2009’s Give Up Gafkjenh) the Ghost. “Elton John is one of the artists who has influenced me in such a fantastic way because he knows that Elton John is not a man and that Elton John is a combination of people, one of those people being Paul Buckmaster. He knew it so much that he pictured Paul Buckmaster in his early records. So you can cut a picture of Paul Buckmaster [from Tumbleweed Connection], say if you were an obsessed 13-year-old girl and hang it on your wall. That’s when I became infatuated with Paul Buckmaster,” she shared. “Over the years, I have 10 Paul Buckmaster arrangements and he was a real important influence on my life and a good friend. It’s unbelievable when he died because it didn’t seem at all like he was running out of time when we were working on this album.” As grand sounding as I Forgive You sounds through speakers and/or headphones, Carlile promises more of the same for those venturing out to see her in a live setting. “It’ll be different than anyone who’s seen me before. I’m doing a much longer set—I’m doing the entire album with a lot of other songs too—a lot of stuff from Give Up the Ghost, Bear Creek and one or two from Brandi Carlile and The Story,” she explained. “Less from The Story than ever because I just did The Story Tour. I’ve also got a couple of new covers—Elton John and Led Zeppelin. I’m bringing a string quartet, a new drummer, a French horn and a pianist. It’s going to be a big, refined and sophisticated show, but I’m still going to drink whiskey and lose my mind, so it’ll be great.” Visit www.longislandweekly.com to read a longer version of this story and turn to page 10A to see a feature about Brandi Carlile’s favorite artists.

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FILM

Dare To Be Different Documentary hails WLIR’s radio revolution BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

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uglielmo Marconi may have started working on the idea of building a commercial wireless telegraphy system in 1894, but when WLIR launched its Dare to Be Different format on Aug. 2, 1982, the effect it had on both the radio and music industries was seismic. This and much more is captured in Dare To Be Different— WLIR: The Voice of a Generation. Directed by Plainview native Ellen Goldfarb and written by her brother Jay Reiss, this 95-minute documentary focuses on the five-year period when the 3,000-watt Hempsteadbased station was championing artists coming out of the UK that weren’t getting airplay on other places on the dial like 50,000-watt behemoths like WPLJ and WNEW. Led by program director Dennis McNamara (who is also an executive director on the film), 92.7 FM was where listeners not only heard new names like The Cure, The Police, U2, Depeche Mode, New Order, Duran Duran and The Smiths, but acts coming out of the CBGBs scene (Blondie, The Ramones, Talking Heads) and newer American acts (R.E.M., Prince, The Replacements, Madonna). By the time the original WLIR lost its FCC license on Dec. 18, 1987, that station had been responsible for introducing upwards of 700 artists to the American listening audience. It made for a rabid and fanatical fanbase, which attracted Goldfarb to taking on this project several years ago. And given that she counted herself as part of this musical tribe, it wasn’t hard for her to decide to take the plunge. “I grew up on Long Island and was always a WLIR fan. I think I conceived the idea from looking at some of the WLIR fan pages on Facebook. This was about seven years ago when I came up with the idea. I realized that there were so many dedicated fans that were still dedicated to a radio station that doesn’t exist anymore,” she explained. “I thought it was fascinating, particularly the dedication, devotion, love of the station and everyone saying they

Former WLIR program director Dennis McNamara (left) and documentary director Ellen Goldfarb

miss the station. I miss the station myself. I was always wondering what happened to it. One moment it was WLIR and then it became WDRE and then it became WLIR again. I just started to do research and saw there was a really interesting story involving the FCC and losing their license. So that’s how it started and I thought it would make a great documentary.” The film took several years to make and was financed by a combination of forming an LLC, various Crowdfunding efforts and investments made by Goldfarb and a number of the other producers. One of the first people she connected with and brought aboard was McNamara. As the beleaguered program director of the station, which was founded in 1959 with a classical music/Broadway show tunes format, McNamara was a mainstay whose first day was an overnight shift back in 1972, when WLIR was running a progressive rock format. McNamara was the one who convinced station owner Elton Spitzer to change over to this new music format in order compete with other stations in what

was then the most important media market. “We knew that it was time [to change the format], I think [DJ] Ray White was the first person I heard who made the analogy that we were an ice skater whose legs were going in two different directions,” McNamara pointed out. “We were playing Santana and then we were playing The Ramones. Then we were playing the Grateful Dead and suddenly, we were playing Blondie. So there was a dynamic going on musically. And aside from that, it was a hugely competitive marketplace.” In taking the plunge, McNamara and his crew ignored major record labels not wanting the station to play these newer artists and instead teamed up with local businesses like the Rockville Centre-based Dutch East India Trading Company imprint to access imported recordings that made up so much of the station’s playlist. In the process, a number of unknown artists made their debuts on American airwaves including U2, Duran Duran and Howard Jones. It was a moment the keyboard-playing

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singer-songwriter remembers. “WLIR played ‘New Song’ right from the beginning,’ Jones recalled. “I remember doing my first radio interview for American radio and it was probably New Year’s Eve 1984 at the end of 1983 and it was with WLIR. When I came over, the first station I went to was WLIR.” Goldfarb wound up with upwards of 400 hours of footage that included interviews with a broad swath or subjects ranging from diehard fans, DJs and artists that spanned the station’s progressive rock and new music formats including Twisted Sister’s John French, U2 manager Paul McGuinness, Joan Jett, Deborah Harry and Chris Stein of Blondie and storied music industry executives like Seymour Stein. It made for some difficult editing decisions in the cutting room that leaves room for a book and DVD extras. “The hard thing was having to cut some of the great stories we had in order to make the film flow the way it did,” she said. “Once I started the movie, there were so many people involved and so many people depending on me telling their story. And I feel honored that I was able to tell all of their stories, so I couldn’t let them down.” For McNamara, while memories like U2 giving props to WLIR from the stage of the Nassau Coliseum during the band’s first headlining gig there on April 3, 1985, are among the many treasured memories he has of his time at the station, he also had bitter feelings about how WLIR got shut down in 1987 after the FCC revoked its broadcast license. “I was very unhappy about how the government hung us out to dry,” he said. “I think they robbed this community of an important cultural contributor that also helped the business community and also was doing something that had ramifications that made us famous around the world.” The documentary did give him a chance to make peace and

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Brandi Carlile’s Fave Artists BY DAVE GIL DE RUBIO

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randi Carlile’s name may not resonate like that of Dolly Parton or Adele (who have both recorded her songs), but she’s quietly made quite a name for herself while emerging from the Americana corner of the room. With the release of her sixth studio outing By the Way, I Forgive You, Carlile has added another 10 solid songs to an already impressive canon. Aided and abetted by longtime creative partners Tim and Phil Hanseroth, the Washington State native tapped the production tandem of Dave Cobb and Shooter Jennings to tag-team on a project that features the contributions of legendary late string arranger Paul Buckmaster and a cameo by Nashville singer-songwriter Anderson East. As a self-taught musician inspired by Elton John as a teenager, Carlile is and continues to be a huge music fan who was happy to share some of her influences. Elton John

“Elton John is an incredible man and humanitarian. He’s raised over a billion dollars for AIDS research and education. I fell in love with Elton John via his activism and his charity and

then found his music, which is a fascinating way for an 11-year-old to discover someone. He’s a consummate entertainer, he’s full of positive energy and he never gets tired of giving a platform to young people.”

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“As far as new artists go, I’m going to throw a new artist out there who I’m listening to non-stop nowadays and who I think is super-brilliant. I think Sam Smith is unbelievable. He is easily our generation’s George Michael meets Kate Bush. He’s an incredible singer, a total entertainer and a class act all the way around. He’s my favorite new artist right now.”

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“Dolly Parton is pure goodness, is incredibly talented and is a strong woman and brutal feminist without ever having to say so. I feel like a lot of times, they are poles in the music industry. The poles of morality lie with Elton John and Dolly Parton. No one surpasses Elton John and Bernie Taupin and as far as women’s music goes, no one surpasses Dolly Parton as a writer, singer or a musician. She is the princess of country music.”

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stART (Story + Art) April 19 from 11:30 a.m. to noon. Join each week as the museum reads childhood classics and introduce new favorites; followed by a take-home, book-inspired craft. This week’s book is The Animal Boogie by Debbie Harter in preparation for Earth Day (April 22). After the story, create a Sloth Bear mask to wear home and help raise awareness

Silly Rabbit Spinners April 20 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Hop into the inner lobby this month to make your own silly rabbit spinner toy to take home. Ages: 3 and up. Free with museum admission.

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American In Every Way Except On Paper

Imagine being American in every way except on paper and knowing that if you are the victim of violent crime, you cannot report it out of fear of being deported. This is the sad reality for nearly 800,000 young immigrants who found hope in DACA. If you’ve heard the acronym but are not familiar with DACA, it refers to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, a federal program that began in 2012 permitting any person who was brought into the U.S. before the age of 16 the temporary right to live, study and work legally in America, providing they meet certain criteria including no criminal record and attending in high school or college, or serving in the military. According to the Pew Research Center, two-thirds of current DACA recipients are 25 or younger, many of whom were brought to the U.S. as children so they might escape persecution, violence and poverty for the promise of a better life. One young immigrant, Rodrigo Trejo, shared his story with United We Dream, the largest immigrant youth-led organization in the country:

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“When I was in the 11th grade my step dad was deported to Mexico, but he had a conversation with me before he was sent back. He told me that I was going to have to be the man of the house because he didn’t think he was ever coming back. I didn’t know what he was trying to say at the time, until he passed away crossing the U.S border. He couldn’t bear to be away from his family.” Although Rodrigo became depressed and dropped out of school he bounced back. He reenrolled and graduated at the age of 20. Soon thereafter he applied for DACA in order to continue his education. “I plan to continue my studies and want to help others who have the potential of becoming someone great but because

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that what is at stake is the physical and emotional well-being of young people like Rodrigo who came to the U.S. as children by no fault of their own. In addition to the shifting sentiments expressed by the president, there is an organized anti-immigrant movement underway in the U.S. led by groups such as the Federation for American Immigrant Reform (FAIR), Center for Immigration Studies and Numbers USA. These nativist groups advocate for white European power and political control, and paint undocumented immigrants with a broad criminalized brush. The issue of immigration in the U.S. is much broader than DACA. Nevertheless, we need to stand up to protect these young people from being rounded up and sent away. If you believe in human rights, doing nothing is not an option. Andrew Malekoff is the Executive Director of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, which provides comprehensive mental health services for children from birth through 24 and their families. To find out more, visit www.northshorechildguidance.org.

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From The Rider’s Mouth

Lauren Hough talks about upcoming Longines Masters of New York BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF EDITORIAL@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

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How long have you been a professional show jumper?

Well, I just turned 41 (birthday is April 11) and I turned professional when I was 18. [I started riding] before I could walk. (Lauren’s parents, Linda and Champ Hough, were both professional riders and trainers)

What advice do you have for others who may want to try show jumping or learn to be an equestrian?

It takes a lot of patience and perseverance. It is important to ride because you love the horses.

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What do you think fans who are new to the sport will find most exciting about watching show jumping?

Two things: The first is that we are dealing with two athletes, the horse and rider. That is very different

Lauren Hough will compete in the Longines Masters of New York April 26-29. from any other sport and it is really special to show the horse/rider bond. The other interesting fact is that men and women compete equally—we are the only Olympic sport where men and women compete against each other.

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How do you train for show jumping competitions?

Horses are treated somewhat like Formula 1 race cars. They get the utmost care so they perform at their best at competitions. Horses can’t just come out of the field and you put a saddle on and go. A lot of thought and effort go into getting horses to peak at the right time. It’s a sport that you work on 365 days a year because the horses need care every day. We usually start working with young horses to bring them along in training programs for years before they reach the top levels.

What are you most looking forward to about the Longines Masters of New York?

It’s fantastic that we have another five-star event and I always like to support a new event in America at the five-star level. It’s new to us, but hopefully we will have a big crowd and good following. We encourage people to come and watch and cheer us on.

What makes the Longines Masters of New York unique from other show jumping competitions?

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The new inception of the Riders Masters Cup that debuted in Paris adds to the excitement of the competition. It’s great to have another team competition and make it exciting for spectators to watch. Also, the fact that the Longines Masters is an indoor series with the possibility of a good bonus for the

grand prix winners up for grabs is really exciting. At the shows, there is a Prestige Village that is open to the general ticket holders and they get to stand at the rail and watch the riders warm up before they go into the competition ring. That is pretty unique and really fun.

What was it like competing in the first leg of the Riders Masters Cup at the Longines Masters of Paris? How does the competition compare to other classes?

The debut in Paris was quite successful. It came down to the very last match, which makes It exciting for the crowd. It’s a very unique competition; no other venue has it. It will be interesting to see what Robert (Ridland’s) strategy will be with the second event in New York. He will want to win on home soil. There are different tactics to use in each round based on the format, where you can really go for broke in the second round. You need a very specific horse for this competition, one that is a speed specialist.

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What does it mean for the sport of show jumping to have the Longines Masters Series come to New York?

We had some success in California and with it moving to New York, there is a lot of support behind the event. It’s a big horse area and I hope we can reach out to a new audience to showcase our sport.

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Understanding Liver Disease In Women

While there have been great strides in increasing awareness of many conditions that impact women, there is one that often flies under the radarâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;liver disease. Many women are surprised to learn that liver disease is among the top 10 causes of death in the United States and that it impacts one in six American women.

As the largest internal organ in the body, the liver plays many important functions, including filtering the blood of alcohol, drugs and toxins; manufacturing essential body proteins and regulating the balance of many hormones. The liver is the only organ that can repair itself but various diseases can cause reversible and irreversible damage. Approximately 5.5 million Americans are currently living with chronic liver disease, and up to 30 percent of adults have excessive fat in their liver which could lead to more serious liver disease. There are more than 100 different liver diseases, and several are more likely to be diagnosed in women, including:

Alcoholic liver disease

A common cause of cirrhosis, alcoholic liver disease is more common in women because women absorb more alcohol relative to their body size than men. As little as two drinks a day may be enough to cause this condition. Yet, it is highly preventable by avoiding or minimizing consumption of alcohol.

Autoimmune hepatitis

This inflammation of the liver happens when immune cells mistake the liverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s normal cells for harmful invaders and attack them. It can occur along with other autoimmune diseases like Graves disease, inflammatory bowel disease and lupus. Approximately 80 percent of patients diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis are women.

Viral hepatitis

Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis A, B, C, D or E virus. Each type is spread different ways, including by eating unclean food, having sex or sharing needles. With some types, the virus goes away on its own. In others, it can be a lifelong condition. Hepatitis E is particularly dangerous in pregnant women.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)

As the most common liver disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease affects 60 to 80 million Americans. Excessive fat can be toxic to the liver and cause inflammation. It is the leading cause of cirrhosis in the US with risk factors that include diabetes and obesity. NAFLD is the leading indication for liver transplantation in people less than 50 years of age and it is the most common predisposing factor for primary liver cancer in the U.S.. NAFLD can be prevented by eating a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly. In people with NAFLD, diet, exercise and weight loss can reverse the condition. In women, vitamin E can also help reverse this condition.

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LONGINES MASTERS Rides Into New York April 26 - 29 APRIL 18 - 24, 2018

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Action On The Island

Must-See Classes At Famed Show Jumping Competition

ith the Longines Masters of New York riding into New York at the end of the month, you’re guaranteed four days of nonstop, heart-pounding action and the best of luxury lifestyle. Here’s your guide to the must-attend, Olympic-level show jumping competitions throughout the event.

Longines Speed Challenge Friday, April 27, 8:30 p.m. The Longines Speed Challenge—the fastest class in the world—is synonymous with emotion, suspense, and thrilling competition. With prize money of $100,000, the Longines Speed Challenge takes place over the same 1.45 meter course on all three continents and has become one of the most-anticipated highlights in each leg of the Longines Masters Series. Created in Paris in 2010 by EEM, this class requires perfect timing and infinite precision, two values which are dear to the Longines brand, a passionate supporter of equestrian sports. It differs slightly from traditional speed classes because a fault (a knocked over rail) only leads to a two-second penalty, instead of the usual four. A fallen rail needn’t be crippling, therefore, and riders can still hope to make up these two penalty seconds by going just that little bit faster. This modification has given this high-flying sporting class an even more spectacular dimension as riders work to close the gap by speeding up and cutting corners. A full-fledged world speed championship run across three continents, the competition has fans on the edge of their seats as the power and agility of show jumping is on full display.

Andy Kocher and Artemise du Houssoit (Photos by Christophe Taniere for EEM)

Masters Power Saturday, April 28, 1:20 p.m. New this year for Season III of the Longines Masters Series, the peerless six-bar power contest, “Masters Power,” will be making its debut on Saturday. The concept is straightforward: riders each make their way through a line of six obstacles, the last of which—as long as no rider knocks the bar off—is continually raised. Show-stopping thrills are guaranteed, and when combined with the high stakes, the audience experiences a unique event, marveling at each run and being swept away to another dimension, as the riders push their limits to jump obstacles often exceeding a remarkable 2 meters.

Masters Cup Saturday, April 28, at 8:35 p.m. Witness history at the second and final stage of the brand-new Riders Masters Cup. An all-new team-based competition, the Riders Masters Cup was created by EEM in conjunction with the EEF (European Equestrian Foundation) and Longines as Founding Partner. The Riders Masters Cup pits

Preparing to ride for the RidersUSA in the Masters Cup against each other the two greatest show jumping powers in the world—the United States and Europe—in a never-before-seen head-to-head duel-style competition. The first round of the competition premiered in December at the Longines Masters of Paris, when Riders Europe barely edged out Riders USA. Now, as they vie for the title, Riders USA will fight to earn the victory on their home soil. This first-time competition is destined to take the sport to ever greater heights, inviting fans to show their patriotism and share in show jumping’s intrinsic values: discipline, excellence, prestige and teamwork.

Longines Grand Prix Sunday, April 29, 3 p.m. The Longines Grand Prix is the grand finale of each leg of the Longines Masters Series, the pinnacle competition in the Grand Slam Indoor of

Show Jumping. A highly technical, Olympic-level course, with approximately 12 obstacles and 15 demanding jumps—up to 1.60 meter in height—with tough sequences and double and triple combinations, the Longines Grand Prix requires horses that are perfectly trained and focused and experienced riders who must not make even the slightest error of judgment if they want to win. To determine the winner, riders who jump clear (or have the same number of penalties), take part in a jump-off, a shorter version of the initial course where time is of the essence. The $350,000 prize money is just the beginning. Any rider winning three victories “straddling” two seasons is entitled to a $1 million bonus, while an unprecedented $2.25 million super bonus is granted to any rider able to sweep all three Longines Grand Prix in a single Longines Masters season, starting in Paris, then heading to Hong Kong, then finishing in New York. As victor of the Longines Grand Prix in Hong Kong, all eyes will be on Patrice Delaveau of France to see if he can win in New York and also in Paris in December to claim the one million-euro bonus. In addition to the Olympic-level competitions, amateur riders, including local New Yorkers Ariana Rockefeller and Clementine Goutal, will have the opportunity to rub elbows with the best of their sport and compete in the same cutting-edge arena. Which competition will be the most nail-biting, the most suspenseful? You’ll have to catch them all to decide.

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Inside The Longines Masters Of New York American Leg of the International Longines Masters Series

Bruce Springsteen, Jessica Springsteen and Patti Scialfa at Longines Masters of Los Angeles

ext week, April 26-29, NYCB Live, Home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum will be the setting of the debut Longines Masters of New York. Bringing indoor show jumping to Long Island for the first time ever, the Longines Masters of New York is the must-attend spring attraction, offering something for the entire family. Attracting the world’s top-ranked show jumpers, the four-day event will bring unparalleled sport, combined with unrivaled luxury lifestyle, with one-of-a-kind artwork, shopping, musical performances, Instagram-worthy cuisine and much more. But for those who aren’t familiar with the Longines Masters Series, how did it all begin and how did it comes to New York? More than 10 years ago, Christophe Ameeuw and his team at EEM set out Ariana to bring show jumping Rockefeller to an international stage with the creation of the Gucci Paris Masters. In 2015, EEM introduced the first intercontinental trilogy, which we now know as the Longines Masters Series, “Grand Slam Indoor of Show Jumping.” This year marks yet another milestone for the series as we welcome the competition to New York for its final leg. The ultimate in luxury and culture, New York is the ideal new setting for the American leg of the grand slam of the Longines Masters Series. Taking place at the newly-renovated NYCB LIVE, the Longines Masters of New York will be the first prestigious indoor equestrian competition in Long Island, appealing to fans and riders throughout the East Coast, Canada and Mexico. New York horse enthusiasts of all ages have been eagerly awaiting an indoor stadium show jumping event as iconic as past National Horse Shows at Madison Square Garden. For the new generation of equestrians, this will be the first time seeing a show jumping competition in an indoor arena in New York. The coliseum has housed some of the most legendary events and amazing accomplishments. It is home to the ice rink where the legendary New York Islanders brought home four Stanley Cup trophies and the stage where Billy Joel performed 32 times to sold-out crowds. Clearly, under these lights, this is where champions compete and legends rise, and so it is a natural fit as the new home for the Longines Masters of New York. Over the years the Longines Masters Series has welcomed some of the biggest names in sports, Hollywood, business, and more. From the competition ring to the VIP area, you never know who you will spot. Some notable past attendees and

Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook

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participants have included Jessica Springsteen and her parents Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa, Georgina Bloomberg, Hannah Selleck, Eve Jobs, Jennifer Gates and father Bill Gates, Kaley Cuoco, Iggy Azalea, Denise Richards, Selma Blair, Guillaume Canet and many more. Dazzling spectators in three of the most iconic cultural hubs in the world—Paris, Hong Kong, and now New York—the Longines Masters Series mirrors the art, music, and gastronomic creativity of these cities. Feel your heart pound as you witness four days of the best riding in classes such as the one-of-a-kind Longines Speed Challenge and the Longines Grand Prix. At the Longines Masters of New York, be sure to visit the Prestige Village to

indulge in luxury of all kinds and have a sneak peak of the riders as they warm up for the ring. New Yorkers will have an additional element of excitement for the event as they cheer for New York’s strong group of local riders. Show jumping legends like McLain Ward, Georgina Bloomberg, Brianne Goutal and more will have the unique opportunity to showcase their talent in the city they love and call home. Whether you are an avid equestrian fan or have yet to experience the thrill of the sport, the Longines Masters of New York is sure to entertain and delight. Don’t miss out on the action and the opportunity to make history at the debut Longines Masters of New York.

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A Weekend Of Entertainment

EM, creators of the international Longines Masters Series, recently announced the much-anticipated entertainment lineup for the four-day Longines Masters of New York, which will take place April 26-29 at NYCB LIVE, Home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The international show jumping series will feature a star-studded lineup of live musical performances and DJ sets throughout the debut of the Longines Masters of New York, highlighted by Saturday night’s Riders Masters Cup After Party, performances by New York-based artists, including BLACKOUT, Victory Boyd, Michelle Cleary, Regina Wilson and more. Between all the heart-pounding action, guests will be able to visit the massive 60,000 square-foot Prestige Village to shop equestrian boutiques and premium brands such as Longines, Mark Cross, Hermès Sellier, and Sam Edelman, view one-of-akind artwork from Helmholz Fine Art Gallery, Jen Brandon Studio and Donna B. Fine Art, and more. Musical performances and DJ sets will fill the Prestige Village with toe-tapping beats throughout the entire event, creating an exciting, immersive cultural experience for

Longines Masters of Paris after party (Photo by Christophe Taniere for EEM)

spectators. Singer, songwriter and producer Victory Boyd will bring down the house on Friday, igniting the audience ahead of the Longines Speed Challenge, considered the fastest show jumping competition in the world. In addition to the New York talent, female rock electric string quartet Phat Strad will electrify Saturday with acoustic live sets throughout the day, playing classical, operatic, adult contemporary, classic rock, dance/ electronic and the most-requested

pop hits from the 1980s through today. The group has opened for artists such as Robin Thicke, Kelly Clarkson, Bon Jovi, John Mayer and Train and will similarly set the stage for BLACKOUT, a New York-based a cappella group. After the top riders from Europe and the U.S. battle it out in a brand-new duel-style competition that will have the fans on their feet and cheering for their team, the Riders Masters Cup, the excitement will continue at the after party in the Prestige Village, which will have the crowds “dancing their hooves

off” in their Sam Edelman shoes as the Barons de Rothschild champagne flows late into the night. New York-based artists will perform the National Anthem ahead of each marquee show jumping class. Brooklyn-based FDNY firefighter Regina Wilson will also be performing the National Anthem during the weekend as a tribute to those who serve in the new home of the American leg of the international Longines Masters Series, which started Season III in Paris and Hong Kong. Additional performers will include singer, songwriter Michelle Cleary, who has performed at Madison Square Garden more than 30 times and sung the National Anthem for Rangers hockey, Knicks basketball, Big East Tournament games, a New York Yankees playoff game and more. The Long Island Children’s Choir, whose mission is to unite children in song, to instill confidence, creative, and cooperation, and to encourage a sense of philanthropy in each of their young artists, will perform ahead of Sunday’s Longines Grand Prix, the most prestigious competition of the Longines Masters of New York. For more information visit www. LonginesMasters.com. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.com.

The Glamour Of The Prestige Village

t the end of the month, the Longines Masters of New York will not only bring four days of elite show jumping competition to Long Island, but it will also bring a unique, immersive guest experience called the Prestige Village to ticket holders. Led by Title Partner, official timekeeper and watch, Longines, the Prestige Village will be the Longines Masters Series’ hub for guests to browse and shop for the newest gear, styles and equipment in both the luxury and equestrian industry. Shoppers can peruse brands such as Hermès Sellier and Sam Edelman; Automobili Lamborghini, who will showcase their newest Super Sport Utility Vehicle model, the Urus; Longines, who will display the Conquest V.H.P. “Very High Precision” and Longines Grand Prix Trophy; and Ariana Rockefeller, who will debut her new limited edition saddle bag designed exclusively for the Longines Masters of New York. Riders, both professional and amateur, can try the latest in equestrian fashion with items from long-time partners and leading brands such as Kingsland, Equis, Romitelli Boots and LA Saddlery, as well as newcomers like recently launched Vestrum Italy and New York-based Free Reign. Saddle makers CWD and Voltaire will feature their top of the line product and Tagalo will share their

Artist Rita Dee’s “Trailguide” will be on display. newest technology. Brands like Mark Cross, Devialetand Beck & Heun will have interactive booths for guests of all-ages to lean into their equestrian calling. Draw out your competitive spirit at the Mark Cross booth, where the historic Riders Masters Cup trophy will be available for fans to take pictures and #waveyourflag before being awarded to the winner of the second stage of transatlantic duel between the Riders USA and Riders Europe. Once inspired, stop by Beck & Heun, the official makers of the jumps for Season III of the Longines Masters Series,

who will showcase their jumps and create an interactive children’s course for young riders to hop over and dream of their days in the big arena. Step into an immersive sound booth and play your favorite pump up song in the Devialet Immersive Sound Room and experience the power of the Phantom. In addition to shopping, the Prestige Village will also provide guests with a unique, immersive experience with access to musical performances, parties and never before seen access to some of the world’s best riders. From meet-and-greet sessions to watching riders prepare to enter the ring, fans will have the chance to get up close and personal with their idols in a manner unparalleled in show jumping. Looking to bring home a horse? The Prestige Village will set the stage for a number of artists and galleries to display their equestrian-inspired work. These artists and galleries include international graffiti artist El Nino who will spice up the columns of the venue with splashes of color, Jen Brandon Art and Donna B. Artist Rita Dee, will showcase, amongst others, her sculpture, “Trailguide” a lifesize sculpture made of driftwood commemorative of 1956 Olympic cavalry mount, while Lisa Cueman and Donna B will each show their exquisite artistic range in photography and paint, while and Jen Brandon compliments her Custom Horse & Pet Portraits with a live painting demonstration.

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LIVER from page 18A Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)

Diagnosed almost exclusively in women, this chronic condition causes bile ducts in the liver to slowly be destroyed. Over time, bile can back up in the liver and lead to irreversible scarring of liver tissue (cirrhosis). PBC is commonly associated with other conditions such as thyroid disease, osteoporosis, dry eyes, dry mouth and breast cancer. When recognized early, this condition can be effectively treated.

Benign liver tumors

Benign liver tumors are relatively common and rarely pose a serious health risk. They are more common in women. Certain types have been linked to oral contraceptive use where higher doses of estrogen were used.

Cirrhosis

Cirrhosis is an overly scarred liver due to chronic inflammation. It is a consequence of any chronic liver disease and can lead to such complications as hepatic encephalopathy, esophageal varices, abdominal ascites, liver failure and liver cancer. Cirrhosis is potentially reversible if treated appropriately and all people with cirrhosis require close medical follow up. Although some forms of liver disease have no preventable causes, others can be prevented by maintaining healthy lifestyle habits. “Liver disease is common in women, and it is widely underdiagnosed,” said Dr. David Bernstein, chief, Division

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). It is possible to train yourself away from worry, and unlike some kinds of learning, this is a training that is impervious to technological, economic and social trends. It will, in fact, serve you for all of your days. Take the first steps this week. Practice turning your mind to bright, hopeful and beautiful thoughts.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Because of the strong intensity level of your activities, you may not remember a lot about this week, which is why record-keeping will be so important. Your enjoyment will be thorough; your work will be concentrated; your thought processes will break through former comprehension.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). There will be times this week when you’re so immersed in the moment that you help everyone around you get into the flow. You radiate beyond what you know. Did you even know you were shining? Love and contribution produce a kind of light undetected by eyes, though everyone can see it. CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s the kind of week that makes you think deep thoughts. You’re more curious. You want to know how things work and why. You want to know who is running it and where it’s going. You want to know your purpose inside all of it. The best part about this is that you’ll come up with many satisfying answers.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The honors and awards you’ve earned will be a shortcut to respect. People see you’ve been successful, and they won’t make you work so hard to prove yourself up front. Of course, the best people give respect to all without requiring rigorous qualification, and judge people based on what’s exchanged moment to moment. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The “point of no return” describes the phenomenon in which it’s easier to move forward than to turn back. Every journey has such a point, whether a journey of distance or ambition or a relationship. Note that often the heart senses the point of no return much better than the map does. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). There are plenty of people who equate communication with agreement -- a harmful belief. It is in the circumstance of disagreement that respectful, thorough communication is most necessary. Those who are conscientious in disagreeable situations will be richly rewarded. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Because no one likes to be trapped, you’re sometimes afraid to make a commitment that’s too far reaching, long term or constrictive. However, this is a week when a strong commitment will actually help you out. It will pull you forward, erase uncertainty and make you feel and act more powerful. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). A wet blanket is useful for putting out a small fire, which is why someone who puts the damper on hot ideas and times is sometimes called this. This week, you’ll prefer not to live dangerously. You’ll like the blankets warm and the fires contained in fireplaces, so that when things do heat up, no one has to be the hero or the bad guy. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Success at one thing will require you to drop all else that is competing for your focus. This could be tough for you! What will make it easier? Believing in your goal. Bring even just 5 percent more belief and conviction to your aim and you’ll be amazed at how much progress you can make this week.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Self-control is a tricky matter. It can be as straightforward as telling yourself what to do and then doing it, or as complicated as putting together a marching band of cats. This week your ability to lead yourself will depend largely on your environment. Arrange it so it’s easy to win and/or impossible to lose.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It’s much easier to move through life without the static of unhelpful thoughts pulling in all sorts of unwanted impediments. This week’s approach could have the effect of an anti-static device: a little humor, a little bewilderment, and you’ll find that you’re sailing through the things that used to be hard for you.

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AROUND LONG ISLAND Great family events happening this month around the Island

Friday, April 20

Concert Rick and Michele Gedney, known as the duo “Open Book” will perform at 8 p.m. at Our Times Coffeehouse. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. for ticket sales. Suggested donations are $20 adults and $15 students with ID; no presales are available. Our Times Coffeehouse is in the Ethical Humanist Society building located at 38 Old Country Rd. in Garden City. Visit www. ourtimescoffeehouse.org or call 516-741-7304 for more.

Saturday, April 21

Guitar Expo The seventh annual NY Guitar Show & Exposition will be held at the Freeport Recreation Center (130 E.

Join a panel of guest speakers about how to help women take back control of their health and fitness from 1 to 3 p.m. at Metro Physcial & Aquatic Therapy. Reservations are recommended. Visit www.metropt.com or call 516-745-8050 for details.

Merrick Rd.) on April 21 and 22. Visit www.nyguitarexpo. com to learn more. Flapjack Fundraiser Join the Westbury Applebees (1300 Corporate Dr.) from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for Short Stacks for a Tall Cause benefiting local veterans. Reserved tickets are $12 and includes pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage. Contact James for tickets at 516-2367349 or jwmerritte@opt online.net.

Wednesday, April 25

Caregiver’s Conference The elder law and estate planning firm of Genser Dubow Genser & Cona (GDGC) presents its 5th Annual Caregiver’s Conference, entitled “Embracing Aging on LI: Life Care Options at Every Stage” from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Melville Marriott Long Island. It is open to the public and free of charge. Reserve a seat before April 20 by calling 631-390-5000.

Sunday, April 22

Earth Day

Historical Talk Brooke Kroeger, author of The Suffragents: How women Used Men to Get the Vote, will speak on the untold story of men involved in the women’s suffrage movement at 2 p.m. at the Jericho Public Library. Copies of The Suffragents available for sale and signing.

Thursday, April 26

Back Pain Seminar Orthopaedic and rehabilitation specialists discuss common back conditions and prevention tips from 7

Tuesday, April 24

Women’s Health Series

to 9 p.m. at Clinton G. Martin Park Community Center (1601 Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park). Call 855-544-1250 to register for this free seminar.

EARTH DAY Sunday, April 22

Saturday, April 28

Open House Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA) invites all high school students with artistic talent and passion to an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LIHSA is now accepting applications for the 2018-19 school year. Prospective students from across Long Island are invited to meet the principal and tour the campus at 239 Cold Spring Rd. in Syosset. Visit www.nassauboces.org/ LIHSA for details. Recycle Bikes, Sewing Machines Returned Peace Corps

Volunteers of Long Island is collecting used bicycles and sewing machines from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Bellport Methodist Church. Items collected will be refurbished by the international project Pedals for Progress & Sewing Peace and sent to developing communities overseas. The program does not accept “bikes for parts,” disassembled bikes or tricycles. It costs $40 to collect, process, ship, rebuild and distribute each bicycle. A donation toward shipping costs is necessary (minimum $10 per item). For more information call Kathy at 631-549-4873.

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Wednesday, April 18

Marathon Entry Applications for the 2018 Long Island Marathon and Half Marathon are now available. Visit www.thelimarathon.com or call 516-986-5537 for details.

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WLIR embraced Blondie early on

Howard Jones was one of the artists WLIR introduced to American music fans appreciate the time and place WLIR holds in not only the historical record, but in the hearts and minds of fans whose lives where touched by its existence. “I’m glad that we all look much smarter than we really are when you’re looking at it and there were magical accidents, but you can’t

forget the people who supported you. But you also have to realize that we came upon a niche at a time where it was changing and evolution was changing,” he said. “We had the best audience in the world—look what they grew up to be. Famous citizens and professionals and the music was spreading any way. It

wasn’t that we started that—we just became huge catalysts. In a chemical experiment, adding us as an ingredient just made music explode in a way that it couldn’t have. Because it’s true that even though we were a little guy, we were in the most important media market in the world. And sometimes it seemed

like we were exclusive, because you couldn’t pick us up.” Dare To Be Different—WLIR: The Voice of a Generation is being screened on Showtime. Visit www. longislandweekly.com to read about Dennis McNamara’s favorite WLIR moments.

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DINING

Stadium Food Tour: Citi Field Edition

BY STEVE MOSCO SMOSCO@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

here’s something special about the fresh, clean air of springtime at the ballpark— and there’s something more special about the aroma of food mixed in with that air. With spring comes baseball and with each new major league season comes a return to culinary grand slams at the home teams’ stadiums. Each year, the New York Mets invite members of the press to tour Citi Field and sample new and returning concessions. The media day is always a hot ticket, with scores of working reporters and writers descending upon Flushing for a guaranteed free meal. This year was no different. After a sneak peak at the new First Data Club, a premium food and beverage space for fans seated behind home plate, and a preview of the renovated Citi Pavilion above the bullpens and next to Shea Bridge—as well as the reveal of New Balance as the official footwear and apparel company of the Mets and Citi Field—a curtain was pulled to unveil rows of food vendors along with samples of ballpark grub. Here’s a lineup of some of the best in food at Citi Field—with new additions and tried-and-true favorites.

Chicken and waffles, plus southern-style chicken sandwich

Fuku

Lil’ Sweet Chick

Citi Field’s original fried chicken sandwich—the one that’s earned high praise for a few seasons now—is Fuku, with its habanero-brined thigh, along with pickles and Fuku butter on a soft bun. The decision to go with the thigh cut makes all the difference, as that particular part of the bird offers a wallop of juiciness, highlighting exactly why this sandwich is so popular at the park. Fuku also serves jalapeño and ranch popcorn and loaded fries with spicy cheese sauce, ranch, bacon and scallions. Located in section 102, next to the Shea Bridge.

An off-shoot of the Southern-style Sweet Chick NYC, Lil’ Sweet Chick lands this year at Citi Field with three items at the counter: Lil’ Chicken & Waffles, OG Fried Chicken Sandwich and a Nashville Hot Sandwich. The chicken and waffles is a boneless, slightly portable version of the brunch classic, with honey butter and maple syrup. The OG sandwich is crisp, down-home style chicken with heirloom tomato, lettuce and herb mayo, while the Nashville kicks with a special spice blend and bread-andbutter pickles. Bet on long lines at this concession at the Jim Beam Highball Club on the Promenade Level behind home plate.

The seafood-forward concession swam into Citi last season and it returns this year with a few reel big catches. Topping the list is the South Bay Lobster Tacos, with Maine lobster and sharp jack cheese on a white corn tortilla with cilantro-lime creme, citrus slaw and queso fresco; and the loaded lobster fries, again with Maine lobster, lobster fondue (yes, please), roasted tomatoes, chives and a return of the cilantro-lime creme. While the lobster isn’t served in big, juicy chunks, the unmistakable lip-smacking flavor does shine through. Swim upstream to section 102 for this one.

Habanero-brined chicken sandwich from Fuku

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Baked Cheese Haus The pride of Wisconsin brings its brats and artisanal cheeses to various city markets throughout the year, but this is its first go-round at Citi Field. The concession will serve a foot-long Alpine Brat smothered in melted raclette cheese on a baguette. The assembly of this item is truly poetic, as a large half-wheel of cheese is heated with a flame before it’s tilted and the cheese is seductively draped and spread onto the long crusty bread. Oh, mama. Belly up to the Jim Beam Highball Club for the foot-long fix.

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Lobster fries and taco from Catch of the Day

Chicken roll from Box Frites

Giant mozzarella sticks from Big Mozz

Edible cookie dough from DO

Pork ribs from the Porsche Grill

Foot-long brat from Baked Cheese Haus

Big Mozz

with Cracker Jacks and peanuts) and Peanut Butter Brownie, along with a few more offerings. While this is a great dessert, the line at the stand can get rather long during the late innings. Fully astute ballpark eaters know to get their dessert fix at DO early in the game, then head for the more savory treats. Although now I’ve said too much. DO can be found in the Jim Beam Highball Club.

These are not your average mozzarella sticks, and that is why Brooklyn-based Big Mozz is back for a return engagement at Citi Field. These hand-breaded creations are larger-than-youraverage-sticks and pack a sharper flavor punch as well. The creators of this crunchy, cheesy item mix garlic, parsley and Pecorino Romano cheese into the batter, making an all-around more dynamic mozzarella stick than practically anywhere else. These sticks also provide a major league “cheese pull.” Get Big Mozz in the Jim Beam Highball Club, formerly the Promenade Club.

Wowfulls

Box Frites The Citi Field original returns this season with a new item worth trying, the Chicken Roll. Not the typical pizzeria “chicken roll,” the Box Frites version features fried chicken cutlets served on a potato hot dog bun with a Parmesan sauce and spicy peppers strewn across the top. A decidedly Italian alternative to the ballpark dog, the crisp chicken combines with the parm sauce for an intriguing bite, while the peppers will definitely bring some moisture to the brow on a hot summer day. Find them at section 140.

Sweet treats from Wowfulls

Porsche Grill This entry comes from the high-end portion of the ballpark—no, not the bleachers, instead this is from the fine-dining leaning Porsche Grill. The smokehouse ribs, hardwood-smoked pork ribs, are one of the best bites at Citi Field. These beauties boast everything great ribs should; smoky (check), messy (check), bites cleanly off the bone (check). Eating in this

section require specialty access—but, you only live once. The Porsche Grill is located in the left field corner of the Excelsior Level.

DO The purveyors of edible cookie dough return to Citi Field for another season, bringing all their signature flavors including Cookies & Cream, 7th Inning Stretch (sugar cookie dough

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Another Smorgasburg alum now batting at Citi Field is Wowfulls, featuring Hong Kong-style egg waffles filled with scoops of ice cream and sweet toppings. The go-to treat here is the Strawberry Fields, with strawberry cheesecake ice cream, French Toast Crunch cereal, caramel sprinkles, whipped cream and pocky, a stickshaped Japanese cookie. Also found in the Jim Beam Highball Club. Rounding out the rotation: Chomp Donut Co., Nicoletta, Josh Capon’s Bash Burger, Shake Shack, El Verano Taqueria, Blue Smoke, Papa Rosso, Pat LaFrieda, Milk Bar Cookies, Rao’s Specialty Foods Inc., Arancini Bros., Dan & John’s Wings, Two Boots (vegan pizza), Daruma of Tokyo and Mama’s of Corona

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THE SPORTS DESK

Big Draft In The Big Apple BY CHRIS BIRSNER EDITORIAL@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

he NFL draft is quickly approaching, with the first round set to start on April 26 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. It’s a shame that this year’s draft is not in New York, where it was held for 50 straight years until 2014, because this is the biggest draft for both the New York Giants and Jets since 1981. Just like this year’s draft, the Giants held the second-overall pick in the draft and the Jets were right behind them with the third-overall pick. The players selected were Hall of Fame linebacker Lawrence Taylor for the Giants and All-Pro running back Freeman McNeil for the Jets. This year, both teams would like to replicate what they did in that draft by picking franchise-altering talent. With the Giants, they are looking to win a few more games with quarterback Eli Manning at the helm, so they may pick a top player that could help them win now. However, they will also look towards the future without the two-time Super Bowl MVP, so they may draft a quarterback they can groom or trade down in the draft to get more draft capital for the future. The Jets, meanwhile, traded up from

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the sixth overall pick to get in a better position to pick the player they want, which it would be surprising if it wasn’t a quarterback. Let’s take a look at the top needs in the draft for each team.

Giants’ Top Needs

Quarterback: I understand New York’s love for Eli and what he has done for the franchise. However, he has been more of a liability than an asset in recent years and it's easy to wonder how much longer the Giants can rely on him to lead the team. Drafting a quarterback in this draft, which is considered to have the deepest class of quarterbacks in a long time, should be a huge priority. The Giants have their eyes on USC’s Sam Darnold and Wyoming’s Josh Allen, but I think UCLA’s Josh Rosen would also be a great fit for this team.

Offensive Line: The Giants signed Nate Solder this offseason, which fills a big need at left tackle. That doesn’t fill the other four positions on the offensive line, which could all use an upgrade. If the Giants feel like they can wait until later in the draft to pick up a quarterback, I don’t see why picking Notre Dame

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offensive guard Quenton Nelson is a bad move at no. 2.

Running back: The last time the Giants had a 1,000-yard rusher was 2012, when Ahmad Bradshaw barely eclipsed the mark by 15 yards. Jonathan Stewart has come over from Carolina in free agency and he has a history of being a franchise-back. Although, he hasn’t run for 1,000 yards since 2009 and hasn’t been able to break tackles like he used to. Could the Giants draft Penn State’s Saquon Barkley, a player many believe is the best in the draft?

Jets’ Top Needs

Quarterback: As I stated earlier, it would be surprising to see the Jets go with any position other than quarterback at the third pick. Their quarterback room is a bit crowded, with respected veteran Josh McCown and former Minnesota Vikings first-round pick Teddy Bridgewater likely to remain on the roster and failed quarterback picks Bryce Petty and Christian Hackenberg on the way out. While any of the quarterbacks stated above could be reliable options for the Jets, it would also be fun to

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see Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield be taken and become the face of the franchise.

Edge Rusher: After the Jets cut Muhammad Wilkerson, it became obvious the team was yet again in need of a pass rusher that can ruin an opposing quarterback’s day. Whether the player is a defensive end or an outside linebacker, the team needs to do better up front in order to support the Jets young, talented secondary. If they decide to go this route with the third pick, taking NC State’s Bradley Chubb would make plenty of sense, especially since some believe he’s better than last year’s first overall pick Myles Garrett.

Offensive Line: It was amazing that Josh McCown stayed as healthy as he did up until the end of the season behind a porous line that gave up 47 sacks. Regardless, the Jets should aim to use their later picks on this need. Potential mid-draft options include Pittsburgh offensive tackle Brian O’Neill and Nevada offensive guard Austin Corbett.

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