Thursday, March 28

Revival of ‘West Side Story’ preserves charm of original

Thursday, 6/5/97 Revival of ‘West Side Story’ preserves charm of original Classic tale of star-crossed lovers comes back in international tour By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff There’s nothing new about the latest national tour of "West Side Story." The sets, costumes, choreography and even the most minute blocking are the same as they were 40 years ago. Read more...


A cappella group awakens students to different sounds

Monday, 6/2/97 A cappella group awakens students to different sounds MUSIC: Long practices, different opinions can’t crimp musicians’ style By Terry Tang Daily Bruin Contributor Most artists who try to bring a song to life require an instrumental accompaniment in addition to catchy lyrics. Read more...



Gipsy Kings give unforgettable performance at Greek theatre

Monday, 6/2/97 Gipsy Kings give unforgettable performance at Greek theatre MUSIC: Vigor, passion envelop audience eager to hear mystical melodies By Kristin Fiore Daily Bruin Senior Staff The Gipsy Kings were more than the musical entertainment at the Greek Theatre on Thursday; they were the emcees to a party a few thousand strong. Read more...


A piece of history

Monday, 6/2/97 A piece of history Increasing difficulties in film restoration have not hindered UCLA Film and Television Archives’ dedication to preserving important works. By Aimee Phan Daily Bruin Staff Imagine watching a scene from the classic film "The Big Sleep" with Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall exchanging clever repartee as they slyly steal glances at each other. Read more...


Soundbites

Monday, 6/2/97 Soundbites Misfits "American Psycho" (Geffen) Though Glenn Danzig left the vocal regions of this seemingly ageless band years ago, Misfits still shriek out power-riffed lines of hauntingly gothic lyrics with all the intensity of a band stretching its legs for the first time. Read more...


Supergrass play for the moment, with no need for greener pastures

Monday, 6/2/97 Supergrass play for the moment, with no need for greener pastures MUSIC: Relaxed attitude makes them popular in UK, have hopes for US By Mike Prevatt Daily Bruin Staff Here in America, the kids bum-rush the record stores and basketball arenas for such bands as No Doubt, Bush and New Edition. Read more...