Family-friendly performances on Long Island in August

"The Pirates of Treasure Island" production has returned to the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum's Education Center, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. Credit: Handout
Children love watching their favorite characters come to life on stage, and there's no shortage of theatrical events on Long Island. Since many of the shows require some forethought, here's a sampling of family-friendly shows throughout August to help you plan a fun-filled day.

