Wednesday, April 8, 1998 Actors hope audiences fall for ‘Niagara’ FILM: Independence, artistic freedom keys to story of misfits on road By Louise Chu Daily Bruin Contributor Without the backing of a major studio, an independent film faces a small budget, limited distribution and low audience attendance. Read more...

Wednesday, April 8, 1998 The River Flows DANCE: In the wake of ‘Riverdance,’ touring back in town this week, the world is stepping in time with all that is Irish By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff You might say that "Riverdance" uses Irish step dancing to stage several centuries of a rich, encompassing culture. Read more...

Wednesday, April 8, 1998 ‘Price Above Rubies’ draws fire from Orthodox group FILM: Director presents a Hasidic Jew chafing under social constraints By Teron Hide Daily Bruin Contributor Creating controversy is no surprise to writer and director Boaz Yakin. Read more...

Tuesday, April 7, 1998 Defender of the downsized brings his campaign to film FILM: Moore attacks corporate cruelty, complacency with humor By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff A jovial if road-weary Michael Moore strolls into the Bel Age Hotel’s Chopin room, clad in a cable knit sweater and signature baseball cap. Read more...

Tuesday, April 7, 1998 Radiohead show electrifies sell-out crowd MUSIC: British bands mix powerful, mellow songs from current, old albums By Mike Prevatt Daily Bruin Senior Staff With current trends in pop music reflecting a more down-to-Earth manner, it’s refreshing to see bands like Radiohead and Spiritualized venturing into the unknown. Read more...

Tuesday, April 7, 1998 Renovated Royce Hall enjoys encore MUSIC: John Lithgow, Paul Reiser host evening filled with stars, patrons By Nerissa Pacio Daily Bruin Senior Staff This week, students might just see busy workers replacing the trampled grass of the Royce quad with fresh green sod. Read more...

Tuesday, April 7, 1998 Actors hold family reunion with ‘Father’ THEATER: Talented group reprises roles from prior production of Strindberg By Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Senior Staff Beyond the polished hardwood floor of the lobby and past the carpeted offices, in a little lounge area of the Geffen Playhouse, things are starting to liven up. Read more...