CAMPUS
CINEMA
Bent (1997) Adapted from the stage play about the Nazi persecution of homosexuals. Mich. 7 and 9:15 p.m.
Walkabout (1971) The story of two lost boys saved by an Australian aborigine, and their relationship without a common language. Nat. Sci. 7 p.m. Free.
MUSIC
Victoria Williams & the Original Harmony Ridgecreek Dippers Brilliant poet plays expressive folk-rock influenced by country, gospel and pop, in support of her latest CD. The Ark. 8 p.m. $17.50.
Getaway Cruiser Ann Arbor's own quintet brings its original, intricate sound back home. With opener Scratching Post. Blind Pig. 9:30 p.m.
University Creative Arts Orchestra Directed by Ed Sarah, the ensemble performs improvisatory jazz. Rackham Auditorium. 8 p.m. Free.
THEATER
The Turn of the Screw The University Opera Theatre presents Benjamin Britten's version of the Henry James short story. Mendelssohn Theater. 8 p.m. $7. 764-0450.
Tall Tales Another entry in a series of student-directed works through Basement Arts. Arena Theater, basement of the Frieze Building. 7 p.m. Free.
Life in Refusal Opening weekend of a new play written by former University Prof. Ari Roth that examines the life of a Russian Jew who emigrates to the United States. Performance Network, 408 W. Washington. 8 p.m. Pay-what-you-can. 663-0681.
ALTERNATIVES
Bob Harris Author, speaker and political activist lectures on the government's alleged involvement in the death of Martin Luther King, Jr. U-Club. 7 p.m.
Angela Davis Political activist reads from her latest book, "Blues Legacies and Black Feminism: Gertrude 'Ma' Rainey, Bessie Smith, and Billie Holiday." East Hall. 8 p.m.
Ayako Kato and Ruben Ornelas Two modern dance majors present "Green Ties," inspired by Taoism and Japanese art and Western dance, and "Siren Tears," a dance/theater presentation based on Mexican folklore. Betty Pease Dance Studio, next to the CCRB. 8 p.m. $5. 763-5460.
General Chaos: Uncensored Animation (1997) A collection of 21 short animated pieces from various countries. Mich. 7 p.m.
Goldfinger (1964) Sean Connery plays James Bond in this third film in the movie series. Nat. Sci. 7 and 9:15 p.m. $3.
With Babies And Banners and The Willmar 8 (1978/1980) Two movies dealing with women's role in the labor equality movement. Angell Aud. C. 7:30 p.m. Free.
Bent (1997) See Thursday. Mich. 9 p.m.
MUSIC
Ursula Oppens The third performance in the three-year nine-concert cycle that covers all of Beethoven's piano sonatas. Rackham Auditorium. 8 p.m. $16-$30. 764-2538.
Environmental Action Benefit Concert Sugo, Dirty Hairy and Monk play to support Earth Week activities. Halfway Inn, East Quad. 9:30 p.m. $3.
Del McCoury Band Get tickets in advance to see the International Bluegrass Male Vocalist of the Year. The Ark. 8 p.m. $13.50.
Miss Bliss Local pop quartet goes wild celebrating the release of its latest album. Blind Pig. 8 p.m.
Outrageous Cherry Psychedelic pop-rock wonder from Detroit brings down the house with throbbing dance music. Heidelberg. 10 p.m.
Coupe de Grass Yet another bluegrass performer gives a more affordable alternative to Del McCoury. Espresso Royale Cafe, 214 S. Main. 9 p.m. Free.
Johnny Winter Legendary Texas guitarist/singer/songwriter/cowboy visits the Motor City. The Majestic, Detroit. 8 p.m. (248) 645-6666.
Mephiskapheles If you can pronounce the name of this band, then you're probably already going. St. Andrew's Hall, Detroit. 8 p.m. (248) 333-2362.
THEATER
Pippin MUSKET has "magic to do" this weekend with its interpretation of the Bob Fosse/Stephen Schwartz musical. Power Center. 8 p.m. $7. 764-0450.
Without a Net Improv comedy troupe performs with a cappella group Gimble and the Wabe. U-Club in the Union. 8 p.m. $5.
The Turn of the Screw See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Tall Tales See Thursday. 7 & 11 p.m.
Life in Refusal See Thursday. 8 p.m. $12.
ALTERNATIVES
Open Mic Night Bring your best poetry and music, and step on up to the mic. Espresso Royale Cafe, 214 S. Main. 8 p.m. Free.
It Happened One Night (1934) The Oscar-winning comedy starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert. Mich. 5:15 p.m.
The Last Temptation Of Christ (1988) Willem Dafoe and Harvey Keitel star in this adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis' novel. Nat. Sci. 7 and 9:45 p.m.
Coal Mining Women and The Life And Times Of Rosie The Riveter (1982/1987) Two movies chronicling the lives of women working in traditionally male fields. Angell Aud. C. 7:30 p.m. Free.
The Four Corners Of Nowhere (1995) A Gen-X comedy attempting to describe "what it is to be young and lost in America." Mich. 7 p.m.
General Chaos (1997) See Friday. Mich. 10 p.m.
MUSIC
Paco de Lucia & His Flamenco Sextet The finest flamenco guitarist in the world performs popular Spanish folk on campus. Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. $20-$30.
Martin Hayes & Dennis Cahill Irish fiddle-guitarists come to town just in time for St. Patty's Day. Oh ... wait a minute. The Ark. 8 p.m. $15.
Saturday Night Coffeehouse Jazz festival headlined by the Ian Wolff Trio and improvisational jazz fusion band Free Flow. U-Club. 8 p.m. $5.
Fez Detroit quartet brings its banjo, pump organ and glockenspiel to town for what is sure to be one night of pure mayhem. Also with Maschina and Aurora. Heidelberg. 10 p.m.
Charlie Mosbrook Cleveland singer and songwriter performs folk originals. Espresso Royale Cafe. Free.
Skatalites Get ready to mash it up with the first ska band ever known to man. The Majestic, Detroit. 8 p.m. (248) 645-6666.
THEATER
Pippin See Friday. 8 p.m.
The Turn of the Screw See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Tall Tales See Thursday. 7 p.m.
Life in Refusal See Thursday. 8 p.m.
ALTERNATIVES
Club Fabulous Alcohol- and drug-free dance party for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered students. Michigan League Ballroom. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $5.
CAMPUS
CINEMA
General Chaos (1997) See Friday. Mich. 7 p.m.
Labor Beat: Workers Visit A Gap Store and The Face Behind The Label Two films addressing the problem of the exploitative international garment industry. Angell Aud. D. 7:30 p.m. Free.
The Godfather (1972) The Francis Ford Coppola Oscar winner, sponsored by the UJA Half-Shekel campaign. Mich. 9 p.m.
MUSIC
American String Quartet Performing the world premiere of Kenneth Fuchs' "Whispers of Heavenly Death," and a little bit of Beethoven. Rackham Auditorium. 4 p.m. $16-$30. 764-2538.
Austin Lounge Lizards Texans attack Ann Arbor with popular Southern punk mastery. The Ark. 8 p.m. $12.50.
II-IV-I Orchestra Big band and ballroom dance music come back for another typical Sunday night. Heidelberg. 7 p.m. $5.
THEATER
Pippin See Friday. 2 p.m.
The Turn of the Screw See Thursday. 2 p.m.
Life in Refusal See Thursday. 2 & 7 p.m.
ALTERNATIVES
Aurora Levins Morales A dramatic reading of "Remedios: Medicine Stories from the Lives of Puerto Rican Women." The Ark. 1 p.m. $5.
CAMPUS
CINEMA
Blow-Up (1966) A photographer is pulled into a dark world when he realizes he may have photographed a murder. Mich. 4:10 p.m.
MUSIC
Atlantis Ensemble Violinist, pianist and cellist gather to perform the music of Mozart, Beethoven and Kraus. Kerrytown Concert House, 415 N. 4th Ave. 8 p.m. $10-$25. 769-2999.
ALTERNATIVES
Ralph Nader Political activist and founder of Consumer Reports speaks. Michigan Theater. 7 p.m.
Joyce Kornbluh and Brigid O'Farrell Editors celebrate the publication of "Rocking the Boat: Union Women's Voices, 1915-1975," profiles of 11 women who helped build the American labor movement. Shaman Drum. 8 p.m.
CAMPUS
CINEMA
Where The Sidewalk Ends (1950) A New York police officer searches for a murderer while trying to cover up a crime of his own. Mich. 4:10 p.m.
A Shot In The Dark (1964) Peter Sellers plays Chief Inspector Clouseau in this murder mystery of sorts. Mich. 7 p.m.
Bent (1997) See Thursday. Mich. 9 p.m.
White Men Can't Jump (1992) Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson play two hoops hustlers. U-Club. 9 p.m. $1.
MUSIC
Earache Records Spotlight Noise gods Buzz'oven and Grass Patch bring down the house with heavy grindcore sound. Heidelberg. 10 p.m.
Transmission Transmit this. Talented Ann Arbor avant-jazz artists play a tribute to Thomas Chapin. Bird of Paradise. 9:30 p.m. $5.
Blind Pig Showcase Four up-and-coming bands perform for fans at no charge. Blind Pig. 8 p.m. Free.
University Symphony Orchestra Violinist Gregory Lee and pianist Debriella Frank join the musicians for an evening of Wieniawski, Frank and Bartók. Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. Free.
ALTERNATIVES
Jonathan Lethem Sci-fi author of "Gun" and "With Occasional Music" discusses his latest release, "As She Climbed Across the Table." Borders. 7:30 p.m.
Betsy Sholl Reading from "Don't Explain," winner of the 1997 Felix Pollak Prize in Poetry. Shaman Drum. 8 p.m.
- Event listings for Wednesday, April 1 were unavailable at press time.
Grease John Travolta plays a slick dude lookin' for love. And no, this is not "Primary Colors." At Briarwood: 11:30, 2, 4:30, 7, 9:30. At Showcase: 12, 2:25, 4:55, 7:20, 9:45, 12:10.
Meet The Deedles Disney's latest, an eco-adventure about two surfers trying to save Yellowstone. At Ann Arbor 1&2: 1:40, 3:30, 5:15, 7:20, 9:15. At Showcase: 12:30, 2:40, 4:45, 7, 9:10, 11:15.
The Newton Boys The story of the four greatest bank robbers of all time, starring Ethan Hawke, Skeet Ulrich and Matthew McConaughey. I bet the real Newton Boys didn't look this good. At Briarwood: 12:45, 3:40, 7:10, 9:50. At Showcase: 1:20, 4, 7:10, 9:50, 12:25.
Ride Dr. Dre and Downtown Julie Brown star in this hip-hop flick. At Showcase: 12:10, 2, 4:30, 6:20, 9:55, 11:45.
As Good As It Gets Helen Hunt and Jack Nicholson won Best Actress and Best Actor Oscars for their performances in this romantic comedy. At Ann Arbor 1&2: 1:20, 4:15, 7, 9:35. At Showcase: 12, 2:30, 6:55, 9:35, 12:10.
Afterglow Julie Christie stars in this story of deceit in marriage. At Ann Arbor 1&2: 5, 9:50 (Thurs. only).
The Big Lebowski The Coen brothers' latest comic escapade about money, crime and bowling. At Showcase: 1:10, 3:40, 12:20.
Dangerous Beauty A love story about a Venetian nobleman and the courtesan who loves him. At Ann Arbor 1&2: 7:20 (Thurs. only).
Good Will Hunting Matt Damon and Ben Affleck were the butt of 785, count 'em, 785 "Gee, they're young" jokes on Oscar night. At Briarwood: 12, 2:15, 8, 10:15, 12:30.
The Man In The Iron Mask Two, two, two Leos in one. At Briarwood: 3:50, 6:50, 9:40. At Showcase: 1, 3:55, 6:40, 9:30, 12:05.
Mr. Nice Guy Jackie Chan kicks the collective butts of two rival gangs, and we're supposed to believe he's a cook. Yeah, right! At Showcase: 12:50, 3, 5:15, 7:45, 10, 12.
Primary Colors John Travolta and Emma Thompson star in this all-too-real political satire. At Showcase: 12:45, 1:15, 3:50, 4:20, 6:45, 7:15, 9:40, 10:10, 12:30.
Titanic It won 11 Oscars - it has to be good, right? At Briarwood: 12, 4, 8. At Showcase: 12:20, 3:45, 4:15, 6:15, 7;30, 8, 11:10, 11:40.
U.S. Marshals Tommy Lee Jones reprises his "Fugitive" role in this quasi-sequel. At Briarwood: 11:45, 2:20, 5, 7:45, 10:20. At Showcase: 12:40, 3:30, 6:30, 9:25.
The Wedding Singer Adam Sandler stars with Drew Barrymore in this retro romance. At Showcase: 5.
Wild Things Matt Dillon plays a popular guidance counselor accused of rape by two students from opposite sides of the tracks. At Briarwood: 12:10, 2:40, 5;10, 7:40, 10. At Showcase: 12:25, 2:45, 5:10, 7:35, 10:05, 12:15.
Phone Numbers: Ann Arbor 1 & 2: 761-9700; Briarwood: 480-4555; Fox Village; 994-8080; Michigan Theater: 668-8397; Showcase: 973-8380; State: 761-8667.
Showtimes are effective Friday through Thursday. Late shows at Ann Arbor 1 & 2 and State are for Friday and Saturday only. Noon and midday matinees at Ann Arbor 1 & 2 are for Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday only; matinees at State are for Saturday and Sunday only.
03-26-98
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