Wednesday, November 5, 1997 Soundbites Janet Jackson, "The Velvet Rope" (Virgin) While Michael Jackson stews away in his mediocre music and helpless insecurities, his sister Janet has been making some of pop’s finest records. Read more...

Wednesday, November 5, 1997 Wilde’s classic sets stage for color-blind act THEATER Cast of African Americans presented as actors, not stereotypes By Sam Toussi Daily Bruin Contributor It’s unfortunate that even in a more racially enlightened society, (though probably never color-blind) we still see mostly white casts in our movies, television and theater. Read more...

Tuesday, November 4, 1997 ‘Bean’ brings quirky antics, famed talent to the States FILM Quasi-silent TV character remade to endear American fans By Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Staff He’s been compared to Charlie Chaplin and Marcel Marceau. Read more...

Tuesday, November 4, 1997 Behind the wheel THEATER The UCLA alumni-driven comedy, "Black Camaros on Interstate 15" allows writer Luis Reyes to put his personal experiences on stage. Read more...

Tuesday, November 4, 1997 Charade exposed in "Earth and Sky" THEATER Post’s detective thriller offers hope in an otherwise dark play By Kristi Nakamura Daily Bruin Contributor The shadowy noir underworld of Chicago. Read more...

Tuesday, November 4, 1997 Parkes’ autobiographical concert makes leaps, bounds onstage DANCE Mix of writing, choreography pioneers new realm in the arts By Kristi Nakamura Daily Bruin Contributor Imagine exposing yourself onstage, not physically, but stripping down the most intimate life experiences to your barest essentials in front of a theater full of strangers and friends – all potential critics. Read more...

Tuesday, November 4, 1997 Printmaking exhibit reintroduces classic art ART Show reveals deep emotions, colorful experiences of the artists By Sam Toussi Daily Bruin Contributor Ink blots. Read more...