Less than your best just won’t cut it with this fed-up spectator There’s an old saying that states, "When a wise man (or woman) saves his (or her) hard-earned money (or bartering monetary unit, such as salt or beads) and spends it on a luxury such as a play or concert, that performance should be worth every penny." Well, maybe that’s neither old nor a saying, but the point still stands true. Read more...

Martin, Ephron mix it up for ‘Mixed Nuts’ release Star, screenwriter discuss negative bias directed at comedy By Mike Horowitz Daily Bruin Senior Staff Nora Ephron and the star of her soon-to-be-unveiled film Mixed Nuts, Steve Martin, are in town to talk about their proud collaboration. Read more...

Creative, mellow Phish appear far from ‘Dead’ Unpredictable band brings unique style to Santa Monica By Gaby Mora Daily Bruin Staff Trying to describe a Phish concert is as futile as trying to label the type of music the band plays. Read more...

UCLA alumnus gives audio tour of Hollywood Tape offers insight behind scenes of early film industry By Emily Forster Watching "Taxi" can change the direction of your life. Read more...

‘Jazz on Tap’ brings the rhythm of variety to L.A. Artists bring virtuoso dancing, ‘great jazz’ music to Wadsworth By John Mangum Tap dancing is back, and a group of dedicated artists guarantees that it’s here to stay. Read more...

Pump up the volume Credited with breaking bands from the Bangles to the Offspring, 106.7 KROQ is perhaps the most influential station in the nation.Is this radio station really the powerhouse it’s said to be? Read more...

Daniels makes smart move in ‘Dumb And Dumber’ role Actor hopes to prove versatility, gain popularity By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Staff His new movie may be titled Dumb and Dumber, but Jeff Daniels is definitely no fool. Read more...