ruby mines beat from multitude of soundsBy Nisha Gopalan Daily Bruin Contributor Think of ruby singer Lesley Rankine as the kid who comes back from summer vacation looking totally different. Read more...

Bitchin’ babes laugh at life’s ups and downs Repertoire uses private experiences, improv for show By Kathleen Rhames Daily Bruin Contributor OK, so your rent’s late, you have a 10 page paper due tomorrow and you can’t find a date for Friday night. Read more...

Looking at the body In 1992, Dirk Shafer was a heterosexual icon, Playgirl’s ‘Man of the Year.’ In 1996, he’s out, and he’s starring in a mock-documentary about his experience of pretending he’s something he’s not. Read more...

Today’s society may find ‘House’ foundation weak Henrik Ibsen’s play shows female as doll By Jennifer Richmond Daily Bruin Senior Staff Nora was just a doll. Read more...

A personal touch L.A.-based artist David Hockney portrays freedom and sensuality in his landscapes and portraits of friends, on display at the L.A. County Museum of Art through April 28. Read more...

So ALIVE Although they have never cracked the pop market like their punk offspring, Bad Religion has built a strong following through provocative lyrics, an intense musical style and intriguing political discourse By Kristin Fiore Daily Bruin Contributor hile politicians quibble over the degeneracy of today’s rock music and their opponents’ sexual exploits, Bad Religion goes not-so-quietly about the business of tackling society’s toughest issues. Read more...

Fibbers remain true to musical passion Critical acclaim could propel L.A.-based group to commercial success By Olivia Mandel Daily Bruin Contributor Geraldine Fibbers guitarist Daniel Keenan is having a piece of toast while talking on the phone. Read more...