Thursday, November 21, 1996 FILM: Research eases transition from theater to complex film roleBy Michael Horowitz Daily Bruin Staff In the film "Shine," veteran theater actor Geoffrey Rush plays real-life Australian pianist David Helfgott, a child prodigy whose pursuit of musical mastery drove him to madness. Read more...

Thursday, November 21, 1996 DANCE: Music and dance mix sends audiences to another amazing worldBy Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff From the moment the curtain parts to reveal the misty backdrop of a cloud-covered moon and the hollow sounds of a lone flute begin to wind through the air, the audience knows they have entered another world. Read more...

Thursday, November 21, 1996 FILM: In his new film, Arnold Schwarzenegger looks to prove his comedic success once againBy Emily Forster Daily Bruin Senior Staff He is a legend in his own time. Read more...

Thursday, November 21, 1996 FILM: Laemlle Theater offers alternative twist to moviegoers this winterBy Ash Steffy Daily Bruin Contributor With the recent blockbuster opening of last weekend’s "Ransom," this fall’s movie season may become the most profitable ever. Read more...

Wednesday, November 20, 1996 CONCERT: Artist’s ‘Shrei X’ features intense vocalizing, reminding many of CallasBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor Turn off the lights. Turn up the volume. Read more...

Wednesday, November 20, 1996 MUSIC: Composer’s ‘City Life’ CD weaves ordered tapestry from entropic sounds of urban lifeBy Susan Lee Daily Bruin Contributor The tools of his trade are simple: a room, an upright piano, tape recorder and computer, all of which are used in varying degrees. Read more...

Wednesday, November 20, 1996 With their production of Aphra Behn’s "The Rover," UCLA students show that what made a good love story in the Restoration era is equally timely today.By Kathleen Rhames Daily Bruin Contributor Although its elegant costumes and sword-fighting gallantry give it a 17th-century appeal, UCLA’s theater production of "The Rover" transcends the period piece and relates timeless issues of love and sex to a ’90s audience. Read more...