Thursday, December 5, 1996 COLUMN: Compilations a respite from perennial blizzard of bad musicChristmas albums are like drug addictions and political causes ­ every musician has to have one, but their novelty wears off in minutes. Read more...

Thursday, December 5, 1996 REVIEW: ’70s retro cool and return of pop, British and otherwise, pace yearIt’s been quite a year for the music business. With the hundreds of albums released, it’s hard to narrow the pack to a precious few. Read more...

Thursday, December 5, 1996 DANCE: Fairy tale of love and familial ties always a favorite, no matter which flavor chosenBy Amanda Miller Daily Bruin Contributor Ballet? Read more...

Thursday, December 5, 1996 OVATIONS: Americans overdose on routine mass endorsementBy Peter Marks New York Times Someone I know received an invitation to the opening night of "Cakewalk," Peter Feibleman’s new play about Lillian Hellman at the Variety Arts Theater. Read more...

Thursday, December 5, 1996 CONCERTS: Event allows fans to sample broad range of L.A. clubsBy Claudia Castro Daily Bruin Contributor Club-hopping in L.A. seems to be a marathon limited to those who have the bucks and the nerves. Read more...

Monday, December 2, 1996 MUSIC: Band’s newest album reflects maturity, has guitar-based soundBy Brian Remick Daily Bruin Contributor For once, the Ocean Blue might be satisfied. Read more...

Monday, December 2, 1996 THEATER: Patrick Stewart brings his version of the classic to Los AngelesBy Simon Dunstan Daily Bruin Contributor The holidays are just around the corner, and what would the season be without "A Christmas Carol"? Read more...