Friday, February 21, 1997 ‘Cuando Hablan Los Santos,’ the newest exhibit at the UCLA Fowler Museum showcases the generations-old tradition behind carving statues of Catholicism’s most sacred figures.By Kathleen Rhames Daily Bruin Contributor he art of northern New Mexico not only represents a cultural lifestyle, but a tradition that has lasted generations. Read more...
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February 20, 9:00 pm
When the Saints Speak
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February 19, 9:00 pm
‘Piggy Sneed’ amuses readers with variety of anecdotes
Thursday, February 20, 1997 BOOK: Memoirs, short stories and essays mix to captivate the attentionBy Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Contributor People like variety. They want the most channels on their television sets. Read more...
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February 19, 9:00 pm
Irving’s new collection offers diverse writings
Thursday, February 20, 1997 BOOK: ‘How to Save Piggy Sneed’ includes lesser known works, new author’s notesBy Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Contributor A Rockefeller Foundation Award, a National Endowment for the Arts Award, a Guggenheim Fellowship, an O. Read more...
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February 19, 9:00 pm
Look at ’60s festival emerges with ‘Message to Love’
Thursday, February 20, 1997 FILM: Documentary of Isle of Wight Festival reveals turmoil of counter-culture movementBy Trinh Bui Daily Bruin Contributor Talking to Oscar-winning director Murray Lerner is hearing the history of ’60s and ’70s music and the hippie movement told by a man who didn’t just live during the time, but knew and filmed the artists that shaped the era. Read more...
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February 19, 9:00 pm
‘Speed-the-Plow’ satirizes Hollywood backstabbing
Thursday, February 20, 1997 THEATER: Mamet’s take on cynical establishment runs at Odyssey TheatreBy Sam Toussi Daily Bruin Contributor Given the Hollywood background of David Mamet’s "Speed-the-Plow," it’s a wonder the show is not performed in Los Angeles on a year-round basis. Read more...
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February 19, 9:00 pm
Toughing it out
Thursday, February 20, 1997 Never one to take the easy route, director John Singleton tackles the story few dare to tell in his upcoming historical film, "Rosewood."By Emily Forster Daily Bruin Senior Staff Some people are inexplicably inclined to do things the hard way. Read more...
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February 18, 9:00 pm
From Rock To Riches
Wednesday, February 19, 1997 Has rock music’s development from a rebellious underground to a multibillion-dollar industry damaged its credibility?By Kristin Fiore Daily Bruin Senior Staff In the ’50s, rock now considered tame was so controversial that Elvis’ pelvis wasn’t even allowed on television. Read more...