Wednesday, April 2, 1997 BOOK: Author’s downfall lies in lack of character development, continuityBy Nerissa Pacio Daily Bruin Contributor Fuse episodes of casual sex with drug busts, violence and a sprinkle of pornography, and the nouveau ’90s shock novel is born, right? Read more...

Wednesday, April 2, 1997 The Latin American Museum of Art pays homage to one of Mexico’s greatest international artists in an exhibit of Diego Rivera’s smaller, more intimate works.By Alicia Cheak Daily Bruin Contributor Works from renowned Mexican muralist Diego Rivera will make the Museum of Latin American Art its home until June 8. Read more...

Wednesday, April 2, 1997Komeda "The Genius of Komeda" (North of No South) OK, so this one isn’t super recent, but it’s so darned good that you have to hear about it. Read more...

Wednesday, April 2, 1997 FILM: Actress’ acting ability is put to test with change of genreBy Trinh Bui Daily Bruin Contributor It’s not that easy to become someone else, even for a successful actress. Read more...

Tuesday, April 1, 1997 CONCERT: Diverse crowd demands challenging mix of old, new tunesBy Brian Remick Daily Bruin Contributor In the realm of electronic music, a concert is made or broken by the lead singer. Read more...

Tuesday, April 1, 1997 MUSIC: Album packages funny parodies, melodies with memorable quotes By Kristin Fiore Daily Bruin Senior Staff Forget about the new Aerosmith and U2 releases. Read more...

Tuesday, April 1, 1997 Amateur ‘outsider’ artists show professional talent, insight into the blues at Craft and Folk Art Museum By Ismael Osuna Daily Bruin Contributor he blues is only one of the art forms that take center stage at the House of Blues. Read more...