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...

Playwright takes new approach to civil rights 1968 Memphis strike provides backdrop for one man’s plight By Jennifer Richmond Daily Bruin Senior Staff OyamO absolutely didn’t want to write another play about Martin Luther King Jr.. Read more...

Actress Thompson comes to Ackerman Sitcom star shares character insight, time slot jubilance By Rodney Tanaka Daily Bruin Staff Look! There’s Caroline in Ackerman Union! Lea Thompson has heard this joke before. Read more...

Voicing the other side of history Exhibit uses posters to chronicle struggle for human rights By Rodney Tanaka Daily Bruin Staff The poster depicts an African American man reading a book. Read more...

Presidents pull off peachy performance Thursday night’s crowd goes wild over entire playlist By Brian Remick Daily Bruin Contributor Stuff like this doesn’t happen very often. Read more...