Arts

"The Festival has become the official start of the tourist season for much of Montauk," said Kenny Giustino. "So many local residents tell me it's their favorite weekend, that is most rewarding. Nothing better than the gift of music."

"I know this will be a special treat for jazz aficionados," said Scott Schwartz.

"Tideland Sessions will provide a gathering place for in-depth discussions, lead by artists and leaders in the environmental field, on creating a healthy, accessible, and resilient coastal community," said Andrea Grover.

"We've never really worked together onstage before, except we did an off-Broadway show this past year called Steve, which was at The New Group, that Cynthia Nixon directed," Cantone said about working with Dixon.

The new documentary film, "Wiener," is without doubt the best date movie for political junkies in years.

"She's been described as a new Beethoven, Edith Piaf, and Frank Zappa at times, and seems to be something in between them all," said Robert Mesereau.

"We are proud to host this exhibit in support of The Retreat to raise awareness and funds to provide safety, shelter and support to local victims of domestic abuse," said Richard Demato.

McPherson's play script is modern with cellphone and text references yet blends in the feel of the classic poverty of inner Dublin that still exists today.

"The kids, when they were in Cuba, were very excited by the music that they heard," said Peter Solow.

"It's all about youth, energy and an unmitigated intensity of feeling that ignites exciting creativity!" said Lilah Gosman.