CAMPUS CINEMA
Hilary And Jackie (1998) Anand Tucker tells the story of two talented musicians and sisters who compete romantically and professionally. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 7 & 9:30 p.m. $5.50.
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MUSIC
Al Hill & the Love Butlers Al "The Thrill" Hill keeps the cool melodies coming. Arbor Brewing Co., 114 E. Washington St., 213-1393. 9 p.m. Free.
Big Dave & the Ultrasonics Large and in charge, Big Dave owns the stage like Shaq Diesel owns the paint. Cavern Club, 210 S. 1st St., 332-9900. 8 p.m. $5.
Blake Clark Is Blake a fake? Will he make or break? Or would you just like some onions with your steak? Mainstreet Comedy Showcase, 314 E. Liberty St., 996-9080. 8:30 p.m. $10.
The Element Dodgy Blokes opens for this show that usually is worth attending. Remember, you can't attend if you're not 21 yearsold or older. Touchdown Cafe, 1220 S. University Ave., 665-7777. 8 p.m., $3.
Open Mic Music & Poetry Flex your chords and let the melodies flow out of your mind. Espresso Royale Caffe, 214 S. Main St., 668-1838. 8:30 p.m. Free.
Sun Messengers Message from the sun: Cubs win. Cubs win. Karl's, 9779 Gotfredson, 455-8450. 9:30 p.m. Free.
THEATER
Kismet With hits such as "Stranger in Paradise," and "Baubles, Bangles and Beads," this show is one of the most musically sophisticated as well as melodically rich shows ever written. Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 North University Ave. 973-3264. 8 p.m. $16, $7 for students.
The Hole The Purple Rose Theatre Company performs this play about a couple in the American West. Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea., (734) 475-7902. 8 p.m. $15-25.
Private Eyes The characters practice deception in this play, directed by Malcolm Tulip, exploring infidelity. Performance Network, 408 W. Washington St., 663-0681. 8 p.m. $12-15.
Harvey Orpheus Productions deals with phantom six-foot rabbits and social problems in a wacky comedy. Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron, Ypsilanti, 971-5545. 8 p.m. $12, Special student pricing on opening night.
Romeo and Juliet Shakespeare's story of two lovers torn between their feuding families is set in its original setting and time period. Ann Arbor Civic Theatre, 2275 Platt Road, 971-2228. 8 p.m. $18, Students $16.
ALTERNATIVES
ArtVideos "Life is Short" examines the debate over the longevity of art created from substances that don't last. University Museum of Art Media Room, 525 S. State St., 764-0395. 7:30 p.m.
Blake Clark This comedian, who's starred in "Home Improvement," "The Drew Carey Show" and two HBO Comedy Specials will entertain us with biting edge comedy. Mainstreet Comedy Showcase, 314 E. Liberty, 996-9080. 8:30 p.m. $10.
Brian Greene Physicist and author of "The Elegant Universe" will discuss and sign copies of his book. Note: This is decidedly not the young man who quarterbacked the football Wolverines to Rose Bowl glory and national prominence last season. Their names are similar, though. Borders, 612 E. Liberty, 668-7652. 7 p.m.
Frederick Reuss The author will read selections form his first novel "Horace Afoot." Shaman Drum, 315 S. State, 662-7407. 8 p.m.
CAMPUS CINEMA
Hilary And Jackie See Thurs. 7 & 9:30 p.m.
MUSIC
13th Annual Storytelling Festival If the first 12 are any indication of things to come at lucky 13, then those who attend will be in for a real treat. The Ark, 316 S. Main St., 761-1451. 8 p.m. $12.50.
Blake Clark Shake and bake with Blake. Mainstreet Comedy Showcase, 314 E. Liberty St., 996-9080. 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. $12.
Fully Loaded Cocked, locked and ready to rock for your listening pleasure - and the listening pleasure of all your friends. Come check it out - if you're still in town. Elbow Room, 6 S. Washington St., Ypsilanti, 483-6374. Free.
Funktelligence You can be intelligent or you can be funktelligent, but you cannot be both. Cross Street, 511 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti, 485-5050. 10:30 p.m. $4.
George Bedard & the Kingpins Come find out why GB and the Kingpins go together like Sheryl Lynn and plastic horses. Tap Room, 201 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 482-5320. 9:30 p.m.
Ginka Ortega Trio The three point shot revolutionized the game of basketball, can this trio do the same for music? Come find out. Espresso Royale Caffe, 214 S. Main St., 668-1838. 9 p.m. Free.
Mudhoney Ever try the two of these together on a warm hamburger bun? Rumor has it, they're one swagger away from being as big as Mick and the mates. They may end up selling out the Palace of Auburn Hills one day very soon. Blind Pig, 208 1st St., 996-8555. 10 p.m. $12.
Starlight Drifters A flash of light, and suddenly the five of spades is slammed on the table. Applause follows - a legend is born. Cavern Club, 210 S. 1st St., 332-9900. 10 p.m. $5.
University of Michigan Jazz Ensemble With trumpet virtuoso Bryon Stripling as guest artist, the Ensemble will play in the University Jazz Festival. Power Center, 121 Fletcher Street, 763-TKTS. 7:30 p.m. $10, Students $5.
THEATER
Kismet See Thursday. 8 p.m.
The Hole See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Private Eyes See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Harvey See Thursday. 8 p.m. $12, Students $10.
Romeo and Juliet See Thursday. 8 p.m.
ALTERNATIVES
Annual Ark Storytelling Festival This annual event features different storytellers each night and sports a Sunday Program for the entire family. Emmy award winner Jim May tells stories about his life in the midwest and Ugandan artist Namu Lwanga shares her culture at tonight's session. The Ark, 316 S. Main, 761-1800. 8 p.m. $12.50.
Blake Clark See Thursday. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. $12.
CAMPUS CINEMA
Hilary And Jackie See Thurs. 4:30, 7, 9:30 p.m.
Antz (1998) One of 1998's best films is presented in an open cautioned presentation for the deaf and hard of hearing. Showcase, 1:30, 3:15 p.m.
MUSIC
THEATER
ALTERNATIVES
Annual Ark Storytelling Festival This annual event features different storytellers each night and sports a Sunday Program for the entire family. Emmy award winner Jim May tells stories about his life in the midwest and Ugandan artist Namu Lwanga shares her culture at tonight's session. The Ark, 316 S. Main, 761-1800. 8 p.m. $12.50.
Blake Clark See Thursday. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. $12.
CAMPUS CINEMA
Hilary And Jackie See Thurs. 4:30, 7, 9:30 p.m.
Antz (1998) One of 1998's best films is presented in an open captioned presentation for the deaf and hard of hearing. Showcase, 1:30, 3:15 p.m.
MUSIC
Blake Clark Less than Blake, live in concert. Everyone, get the t-shirts. Mainstreet Comedy Showcase, 314 E. Liberty St., 996-9080. 5:45 p.m. & 10:45 p.m. $12.
Blammo Slam and jam with blam and the fam. Heidelberg, 215 N. Main St., 663-7758. 10 p.m. $5.
High School Jazz Band Can't wait until your next high school reunion? This will help you kill some time. Bird of Paradise, 207 S. Ashley, 662-8310. 1 p.m. Free.
Howling Diablos Come see if the diablos are really worth howling over or if it's better to save your voice for another one of those open mics. Blind Pig, 208 1st St., 996-8555. 10 p.m. $6.
Pave the Sun Sounds like a good project for anyone feeling ambitious over spring break. Cross Street, 511 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti, 485-5050. 10:30 p.m. $4.
Rollie Tussing III, Dale Osburn T2, Y2K, ID4, RT3, U2, UB40, BMW M-5 and R2-D2. One of these will be at the show, the others will not. Gypsy Cafe, 214 N. 4th Ave., 994-3940. 9:30 p.m. $4.
Sam Cockrell & the Groove Come find out how Sam got his groove back. Cavern Club, 210 S. 1st St., 332-9900. 10 p.m. $5.
THEATER
Kismet See Thursday. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
The Hole See Thursday. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Private Eyes See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Harvey See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Romeo and Juliet See Thursday. 8 p.m.
ALTERNATIVES
Blake Clark See Thursday. 5:45 p.m., 8:15 p.m and 10:45 p.m. $12.
Annual Ark Storytelling Festival The festival continues tonight with Gerald Fierst and Rosyln Bresnick-Perry, both of whom will delight with tales of their Jewish heritage. The Ark, 316 S. Main, 761-1800. 8 p.m. $12.50.
CAMPUS CINEMA
Hilary And Jackie See Thurs. 4:30, 7, 9:30 p.m.
Antz (1998) See Sat., 1:15, 3 p.m.
MUSIC
2nd Annual Sphinx Competition Finals Concert Accompanied by the Ann Arbor Symphony, with guest conductor Michael Morgan, The Sphinx Competition showcases top African-American and Latino string players under the age of 25. Hill Auditorium, 825 N. University Ave., 764-2538, 4 p.m.
Great American Blues Jam Everyone knows why it's great to be a Michigan Wolverine, but today you can find out why it's great to be an American. T.C.'s Speakeasy, 207 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 483-4470. 9 p.m. $2.
Lucy Webster Come inside, grab a drink and snuggle in for the show. If you're small like TV's "Webster," you're really lucky! Borders, 612 E. Liberty, 668-7652. 1 p.m. Free.
Michael Smith Bottom line, anyone named Smith (with the exception of Atlanta Hawk Steve) is bound to be cool. The Ark, 316 S. Main St., 761-1451. 7:30 p.m. $12.50.
THEATER
Kismet See Thursday. 2 p.m.
The Hole See Thursday. 2 p.m.
Private Eyes See Thursday. 2 p.m.
Harvey See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Romeo and Juliet See Thursday. 2 p.m.
ALTERNATIVES
Annual Ark Storytelling Festival The Festival concludes today with a special family program that combines a number of storytellers into a bonanza of fun. The Ark, 316 S. Main, 761-1800. 1 p.m & 3 p.m. $6.
CAMPUS CINEMA
The General (1998) Jon Voight stars in John Boorman's film about a real life Irish gangster. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 7 & 9:30 p.m. $5.50
MUSIC
Acoustic Open Mic Come find out why this is the most popular open mic for the extremely key 18-38 demographic. Tap Room, 201 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 482-5320. 9:30 p.m. Free.
CAMPUS CINEMA
The General See Monday. 7 & 9:30.
MUSIC
Blues Jam Lace up your boots and get ready to jam. Tap Room, 201 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 482-5320. 9:30 p.m. Free.
Karaoke Night Could be lame or fun depending on the song selection. T.C.'s Speakeasy, 207 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 483-4470. 9:30 p.m. Free.
Traditional Irish Session St. Patrick's Day is peering around the corner, and that's cause for celebration. Remember: Tradition is everything. Never turn your back on tradition. Conor O'Neill's, 318 S. Main St., 665-2968. 9 p.m. Free.
ALTERNATIVES
Ann Arbor Poetry Slam Ken Cormier will be the feature performer, providing a mix of verbal gymnastics, absurd drolleries, lively guitar and recorded sound effects. it's pretty wild ... and we're not just saying that.. Heidelberg, 215 N. Main St., 663-7758. 8 p.m. $3.
Wednesday
CAMPUS CINEMA
Affliction (1998) A great movie that stars Nick Nolte and James Coburn. Both received Oscar nominations for their searing portrayals of machoism gone wrong in this heartrending drama. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 7 p.m. $5.50
The General See Monday. 9:30 p.m.
Patch Adams (1998) One of 1998's worst films is presented in an open captioned format for the deaf and hard of hearing. Showcase,12:15 p.m., 7:35 p.m.
MUSIC
Acoustic & Electric Open Mic It's break. No homework. No excuses. Be there. Tap Room, 201 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 482-5320. 9:30 p.m. Free.
ALTERNATIVES
ArtVideos "William Blake" explores the life of this republican, dissident printer, who was considered insane by his peers, yet emerged an icon. Drug use will be discussed, but only in a very, very tasteful manner. University Museum of Art, Media Room, 525 S. State St., 764-0395. 12:10 p.m.
Courtesy of Kevin Mazur
Ron Livingston (right) and Gary Cole (left) star in the Mike Judge comedy "Office Space." No, it's not "Beavis and Butthead." No, it's not "King of the Hill." No, it's not even a cartoon. What it is is this Livingston guy waiting to steal this Cole guy's watch - among many other funny scenes contained within this full-length feature film.
02-25-99
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