Tuesday, March 3, 1998 ‘Backstreet’ breaks musical traditions THEATER Production proves size, spectacle not necessary for good drama By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff First, kudos to the Santa Monica Playhouse for accepting the challenge of staging an original musical production in a venue that is tiny at best. Read more...

Tuesday, March 3, 1998 Miguel show draws emotions from all MUSIC Singer’s romantic love songs mesmerize young, old audience alike By Gregory Mena Daily Bruin Senior Staff First things first. Read more...

Monday, March 2, 1998 rushed ART: African-Brazilian paintings depicting artists’ experiences get the spotlight in Fowler Museum’s newest exhibit By Ai Goldsmith Daily Bruin Contributor In traveling to Salvador, Brazil, Marion Jackson and Barbara Cervenka uncovered diamonds in the rough – rich, vibrant paintings of Brazilian life created by self-taught artists. Read more...

Monday, March 2, 1998 Voodoo Daddies mystify crowd MUSIC: Swing band on brink of stardom remains loyal to fans By Mike Prevatt Daily Bruin Senior Staff In case you’ve been locked in your crusty bathroom for the past year or so, you might be interested to know that swing music has risen from the dead and struck a chord with the younger (and older) cats cruisin’ the Hollywood scene. Read more...

Monday, March 2, 1998 Director Makepeace bases documentary on own ordeals FILM: Difficult emotional trials fuel touching look at life in "Baby It’s You" By Alice Suh Daily Bruin Contributor "C-is the way to begin, H-the next letter in, I-am the word, C-was Cecile bird, K-just to fill ’em in. Read more...

Monday, March 2, 1998 Soundbites Fastball, "All the Pain Money Can Buy," (Hollywood) Alternative rock can expect a great new addition to the collection of truly versatile and creative bands out there today. Read more...

Monday, March 2, 1998 Freak magnet tries to uncover love in world of psycho guys COLUMN: Attracting sane men easy for some; rest get stuck dating weirdos Larry and Jen left our table at the restaurant/bar/night club to smoke a cigarette. Read more...