Elliman’s Tom & Mickey Support Thriving Arts & Culture Scene on Long Island’s North Shore

On Long Island, in the beautiful hamlet of Stony Brook, a thriving arts scene has become key to creating a sought-after community for buyers. Locally, top-producing Douglas Elliman agents  Tom Postilio & Mickey Conlon were recently involved in bringing legendary singer Marilyn Maye to The Jazz Loft for two nights of incredible performances. The 93-year-old Maye is a highly praised singer, actress and Grammy-nominated recording artist. (From left) Tom Postilio, Frank Castelli, Ann Conroy, Katy Cardinale and Mickey Conlon. (Photo by Jared SiskinPMC) Known for their starring turn on the hit HGTV show  Selling New York (the very first reality show focused on NYC real estate), Tom & Mickey also have former professional backgrounds in song and theater. They are passionate about American music history and longtime fans and friends of Maye. Together, they are deeply committed to supporting the arts and culture scene on the North Shore of Long Island, where they have a home in the nearby Village of Nissequogue. (From left) Tom Postilio, Nissequogue Mayor Richard Smith, Mickey Conlon and Tom Manuel (Photo by Jared SiskinPMC) “We were overjoyed to be part of bringing an international icon and star as big and bright as Marilyn Maye to this very special part of the Long Island coast,” said Postilio. “The presence of the Jazz Loft has created a real cultural center in Stony Brook, bringing an authentic New York City Jazz experience to Long Islanders right in their own backyard. We firmly believe cultural institutions of this caliber are vital to creating communities where people want to live. The thriving arts scene in the area is a new draw for buyers looking for an alternative to the Hamptons, where inventory is very low and so many are priced out, or for those looking to be a bit more accessible to New York City.” (Photo by Jared SiskinPMC) “Douglas Elliman is deeply committed to the communities we serve,” added Conlon. “For us, it’s about more than buying and selling real estate. It’s about supporting cultural institutions like the Jazz Loft that enrich the community and create a true destination and sense of place. This unique venue is an absolute gem, and it was thrilling to see Marilyn Maye take the stage, and the audience, by storm. She always does.” The 93-year-old Maye filled the Jazz Loft with her songs, vivacious personality and her wit and wisdom for two special nights. She performed on November 4 th  with the Jazz Loft Big Band and her trio, featuring Tedd Firth on piano, Tom Humbert on bass and Mark McLean on drums. On November 5 th , Maye performed with a trio that included Billy Stritch on piano, Humbert on bass and McLean on drums. It’s said that like fine wine, the legendary singer Marilyn Maye just keeps getting better with age. Maye has been called an American “Musical Treasure.” A highly praised singer, actress, director, arranger, educator and Grammy-nominated recording artist, her entire life has been committed to the art of song and performance. (From left) Linda Sgrizzi, Katy Cardinale and Dale Mammina. (Photo by Jared SiskinPMC) Stephen Holden reported in  The New York Times : “Marilyn Maye is a powerhouse with stamina, heart and the enormous, sensual chest voice of a commander in chief.”   In 2018, and again earlier this year,  CBS Sunday Morning  profiled Marilyn Maye in two interviews with Mo Rocca. Cabaret Scenes,  the magazine of the American Songbook Association, says, “Marilyn Maye is a charismatic leader who instantly connects with the audience, night after night, show after show. No wonder both her peers and her fans ply her with love, and nicknames: Super Singer. Marvelous Marilyn. The Queen of Cabaret. She is the best at what she does.” The award-winning Maye appeared 76 times on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson , the record for a singer. She was “discovered” by Steve Allen, who presented her various times to his national television audience. That led her to an RCA recording contract, seven albums and 34 singles. Her place in American music history was assured when the Arts Council of the Smithsonian Institution selected one of her recordings, “Too Late Now,” for the Smithsonian produced album of the 110 Best American Compositions of the Twentieth Century.