In the 1950s, the introduction of television in homes kept people out of the movie theaters. Four billion tickets were sold annually in the late '40s. By the middle of the '50s, that number was down to one billion tickets annually. As more and more theaters closed, theater owners struggled to find any gimmick that would save their theaters.
3-D fun lands on A2's big screen
Picture the idyllic lifestyle of rural Iowa in the middle of the 20th century. A close-knit family struggling to make a living farming the land. A small town where everyone knows everyone and no one attempts to keep secrets. A beautiful land of cornfields and covered bridges.
'Prairie' offers slice of American lifestyle
"Never before has a man done so much with so little." Although this phrase is a reference to the petite penis of Howard Stern and the anthem of his movie "Private Parts," I think it could apply even more correctly to the men of "Double Team": Dennis Rodman and Jean-Claude Van Damme.Rodman does big things with little 'Team'
It's a little past one in the afternoon, but while the rest of the world is scrambling around in the full swing of things, Diedrich Bader is at home relaxing. More than a little sleepy after having spent a wild night at Drew Carey's wrap party to celebrate the end of taping, the actor from ABC's "Drew Carey Show" spent a few moments out of his busy day to share some thoughts with The Michigan Daily.
Bader talks about 'Carey' show
Love isn't easy to deal with. Add laws and racism to the formula and things become even more difficult. These are only a few of the issues that must be faced in this recent production of "Wedding Band."
The play centers around the 10-year relationship between a black woman named Julia, and a white baker named Herman. Problems arise due to a law that forbids inter-racial marriage and the racist views of Herman's mother. When Herman becomes ill with influenza, Julia must face the question of whether she should keep her love for Herman a secret or risk the penalty of breaking the law by displaying her affection.
'Wedding Band' wonderfully orchestrated: Director turns Theatre Department production into an incredible piece of art
If ever a rap group was deserving of nationwide attention it's the Poor Righteous Teachers. These three brothas have been dropping much needed knowledge since the turn of the decade when their debut album, "Holy Intellect," was released. Unfortunately, much like prophetical rapper KRS-One and the socially conscious, hip-hop singer Speech (who released a solo album after Arrested Development dissolved), Poor Righteous Teachers never received the critical acclaim they deserve for remaining above the depths to which rap music as a whole continually sinks. 
Self-improvement messages grace new Teachers record
04-09-97
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