Arts

Morphine energizes, stuns Pontiac

As a general rule of thumb, the Boston-based trio Morphine compels its devoted listeners toward partaking in certain things called "sex" and "drugs," via its engaging and unique sax-bass- and-drums approach to "rock 'n' roll." Once again, this adage was proven correct, as the band played a stunning 1 1/2 hour set of energetic music at a sold-out Clutch Cargo's in Pontiac.

'Man' brings music, fun to Power Center

"Seventy-Six trombones led the big parade." Sound familiar? If it does, then you're probably a veteran high-school theatergoer. That lyric, along with a few others, has become widely known as one of the classical musical theater pieces.

'Citizen' takes comic stance on moral issue

No contemporary moral issue has been most over-analyzed and argued over than the debate about abortion rights. Nor has any movie made a mockery of such a fanatical political argument as delightfully as director Alexander Payne's "Citizen Ruth."

'Viva Variety' brings fresh fun to Comedy Central

Dey talk like dees, but these comic sensations aren't from Eurrrrrrrrope. Complete with rolled r's and funky accents, outrageous acts, awesome musical guests and an abundance of hilarity, "The World's No. 1 Variety Show," "Viva Variety" makes an impressive debut on Comedy Central.

04-15-97

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