This story was written by Joe Dowd.
A dying Vietnam vet, memories of an unpopular war, and a man’s promise add up to an unexpected final journey for one scuttled F-105 Thunderchief aircraft, affectionately known as Thud.
The Cinema Arts Centre presents writers Dennis King and Leo Evans, Producer Clark Wiens on Tuesday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at a screening of "Bill's Thud: A Journey Home."
- Cost: Members $10 / Public $15. Includes reception.
- Info: http://www.cinemaartscentre.org/event/bills-thud-a-journey-home/ Tickets can be purchased online,www.CinemaArtsCentre.org at the box office during theater hours or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006.
"Here to Stay": The Gershwin Experience" is the focus of the Annual Endowment Concert at the Tilles Center on Saturday, May 18, at 8 p.m.
The Long Island Philharmonic under the direction of David S. Wiley presents an evening of Gershwin tunes coupled with rare audio and video footage of the Gershwins.
- Cost: $100, $75, $45.
- Info: Purchase tickets here online.
With their signature beards and rock and roll style, the band ZZ Top makes an appearance at the NYCB Theatre in Westbury Wednesday, May 15, at 8 p.m.
- Cost: Tickets range from $39.50 to $49.50
- Info: Purchase tickets online here or at the box office.
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