Thursday, March 13, 1997 THEATER: Fun musical carries message of pride to disadvantaged youthBy Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff Think of playwright Dorothy Nichols as everyone’s favorite kindergarten teacher: bright-eyed and perky, always with something positive to say. Read more...

Thursday, March 13, 1997 OSCARS: Academy members break the silence about the ins and outs of the voting processBy Esther Hui Daily Bruin Contributor It is a mystery. Read more...

Thursday, March 13, 1997 Hitting the Poll Results of the Daily Bruin Online Oscar Poll, which ran from Feb. 28 to March 8, reveal the voters’ favorites to win Academy Awards. Read more...

Thursday, March 13, 1997 MUSIC: Band with meager beginnings at Dykstra Hall talent show helped shape early scene of genreBy Tom Komaromi Daily Bruin Contributor Imagine attending UCLA in 1978 and forming a joke punk rock band in Dykstra Hall with your buddies. Read more...

Monday, March 10, 1997 MUSIC: Def Jam Music Group showcases legacy of recording rap with show at House of BluesBy Nelson Saldua Daily Bruin Contributor In the genre of rap music, where attention spans are short and careers are often shorter, longevity is difficult. Read more...

Monday, March 10, 1997 FESTIVAL: Events include competition, workshops, job networking, awardsBy Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Contributor While some are awaiting the Academy Awards this spring, the animation community is eagerly anticipating an awards ceremony of their own ­ the first annual World Animation Celebration. Read more...

Monday, March 10, 1997 FILM: ‘Golden’ Janssen has eye out for roles that will strengthen her skillsBy Aimee Phan Daily Bruin Contributor Some actors will stop at nothing to win a role. Read more...