Category Archives: Arts

Wednesday, May 22, 1996 Shanley presents ‘Psychopathia’ at Mark Taper ForumBy Jennifer Richmond Daily Bruin Contributor His plays and screenplays are usually based on personal experiences. And his newest play is no different. "It’s like I’m walking down a road and I see different things and I talk about them. The road is my life […]

Wednesday, May 22, 1996 By Michael Horowitz Daily Bruin Senior Staff Anyone who felt let down after watching "Cliffhanger" can attest to the fact that movie trailers and movies themselves are two vastly different beasts. When you make a film, you construct a story, worry about performances and often deal with elaborate exposition. When you […]

Monday, May 20, 1996 Copeland to read from and sign books on campusBy Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Contributor Some say that art does not imitate life. However, in Sheila Copeland’s novel "Chocolate Star," it does. "It’s kind of like the Cosby family," Copeland says. "People said that (the Cosby family) wasn’t realistic, and it was […]

Monday, May 20, 1996 Puccini’s "Madama Butterfly" has it all – great music, gripping drama and colorful characters. UCLA alumnus Christopher Harlan brings the masterpiece to life, directing a revival for L.A. Opera.By John Mangum Daily Bruin Senior Staff Christopher Harlan knows exactly how to direct an opera. With years of experience, the graduate of […]

Monday, May 20, 1996 The dark comedy ‘Welcome to the Dollhouse’ chronicles the plight of a young girl in the depths of junior high. The movie might be bleak, but director Todd Solondz and his young starlet Heather Matarazzo couldn’t have it better.By Emily Forster Daily Bruin Contributor Some people are willing to try anything. […]

Monday, May 20, 1996 Double birthday celebration serves double purposeBy Mary Campbell The Associated Press NEW YORK — Bright balloons shaped like red peppers festoon the hotel room of symphony conductor Zubin Mehta, who just celebrated his 60th birthday. "I carry red peppers everywhere with me," explains Mehta, a native of India. "I have this […]

Friday, May 17, 1996 Public Enemy’s Chuck D will be discussing hip-hop’s influences on today’s struggles in Dickson 2160E tonight, from 7:30- 9:30 p.m. The event includes a Q&A. For more info call (310) 201-8563.