B9 Thursday, September 18, 1997 Old Gold and Black Arts & Entertainment
Adam Sandler brings his Eastwood plays typical role in film
By Krista Neal involved in a manhunt for Whitney,
offbeat humor to campus Contributing Reviewer
“Absolute Power,” based on the
novel by David Baldacci, features
producer/director Clint Eastwood
At times, “Absolute Power”
lacks the attention-grabbing
luster that is expected from
Eastwood films.
but for different reasons.
At times, “Absolute Power”
lacks the attention-grabbing luster
that is expected from Eastwood
films. However, the characters all
Performance will highlight songs, comedy from new CD in an intrigu-
ing role.
Eastwood’s to death by a man’s bodyguards
exude a certain charm and wit thanks
to the expertise of such veteran ac-
tors as Gene Hackman, E.G.
Old Gold and Black Staff Report character, during a struggle with the man. Marshall, and Scott Glenn.
Luther Whit- Although the film is extremely Although “Absolute Power” is a
Last week it was the announcement of Indigo Girls, ney, is an in- slow-paced at first, the plot thick- rather lengthy film, Eastwood skill-
this week Adam Sandler. Student Union is making sure famous jewel ens as Whitney discovers that the fully adds a touch of sensitivity and
that students have plenty of big names to see this thief who bodyguards are Secret Service a refreshing twist that makes this
semester. faces a tough agents and the man (Gene Hack- well-worn plot worth your time.
Adam Sandler, of Saturday Night Live fame, will moral decision after witnessing a man) is the president of the United Eastwood does such a superb
perform at 8 p.m., Oct. 13 in Brendle Recital Hall. murder. Whitney becomes en- States. The suspense builds as the job adding a touch of sensitivity and
Tickets will go on sale at 9 p.m. Sept. 23 in Benson 335. tangled in a deadly political cover- detective (Ed Harris) finds more a refreshing twist to an otherwise
The tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door plus a up when, while committing a bur- than one discrepancy at the murder common plot that he makes it worth
$1 service charge. glary, he sees a young woman shot scene. Suddenly, everyone becomes your time.
Sandler will perform tracks from his recently re-
leased CD, What’s Your Name? The first single from
the album “The Lonesome Kicker” is currently receiv-
ing MTV airplay. Schumann’s Ward
His last two CDs (They’re all gonna laugh at you!
and What The Hell Happened To Me?) went platinum
By Ken Perkins and Matt Nimchek
and received Grammy nominations.
At Saturday Night Live he performed in a multitude
of crowd-pleasing roles, including Operaman, Cajun
Man, Crazy Spoonhead Man and many others. Courtesy of Warner Brothers Records
Besides music and SNL he has also starred in box- Adam Sandler’s performance will include
office blockbusters such as Happy Gilmore and Billy songs and stand-up comedy. His appearance
Madison. He also had a part in Airheads, which starred is in support of his new album, What’s Your
Brendon Fraser. Name?
James album offers many hits
By Erin Butler If it hadn’t been for the drunken I was amazed when I first came
Contributing Reviewer psycho behind me, the concert to campus that many people had
would have been sublime. never heard of James.
Get “Laid.” Now that I have I let the music sweep over me So now my mission is to intro-
your attention, I would like all those and all thoughts of the lunatic were duce everyone to this incredible
with dirty swept out of the window. Not to band.
minds to get mention I was also distracted by I have found “Whiplash” a wor-
out of the gut- the band’s exceptional good looks. thy investment; any CD that I can
ter. There are some CDs you buy listen to over and over has to be
James is the because there are a few good songs, special. Besides that, it’s just good
British pop but the rest are nothing special. music.
group whose “Whiplash” is an exception.
most famous Every song is unique and com-
album and pelling, making the “repeat” but-
song is ton functional. Tim Booth, the lead
“Laid.” But singer and songwriter, gives James
there is more its distinctive British sound, which
to this group than just one song and I happen to love.
one album. In the spring, James If you need more than a good
released a new album, “Whiplash.” sound and hottie band to convince
To promote it, James toured the you, the lyrics further the intense
U.S. and hit my hometown, At- power of the music.
lanta. Booth sings from the heart about
The concert was incredible, and love, sex, materialism, T.V and
I was introduced to many of my environmentalism. From “Waltz-
new favorite songs, including “To- ing Along”: “May your mind be
morrow,” “Waltzing Along,” and wide open/May your heart beat
“She’s a Star.” There is an inten- strong/May your mind’s will be James
sity and passion in the music of broken by this heartfelt song/May Whiplash
James, and “Whiplash” continues your mind set you free/May your
the tradition. heart lead you on.” Mercury Records
Calendar
To have your event listed, send e-mail to
arts@ogb.wfu.edu, fax to 910-759-4561
or write to P.O. Box 7569. Non Sequitur
By Wiley
Where: Brendle Recital Hall, Scales Info: 919-831-6400
ON CAMPUS Fine Arts Center Exhibits
Cost : Free
Exhibits Livingston Taylor. The younger Women’s Work. Exhibit will feature
ten female artists, showcasing the
brother of James Taylor will perform on
acoustic guitar, piano and banjo and gender differences in the creation of
Prairie Music. Exhibit features prints art.
and poems by eight artists from the entertain the crowd with his songs and
humor. His performance is one of the When: Through Sept. 30
United States and Canda. Where: Southeastern Center for
When: Through Oct. 5 events for Parents’ Weekend.
When: 10 p.m. Sept. 20 Contemporary Art, 750 Marguerite
Where: Scales Fine Arts Center Drive
Gallery Where: Wait Chapel
Cost and info : $8. Ext. 5697 Cost and info: $2 for students. 725-
Cost and info: Free. Ext. 5585 1904
Cultural Landscape of the Planta-
tion. The touring exhibit from the
Theater Walton Ford. An exhibit of his
paintings and watercolors will be on
Library of Congress features photo- display. His works are reinterpretations
graphs, drawings and testimonies of Medea. The Anthony Aston Players
will perform Euripides’ version of this of the Hudson River School traditions.
ex-slaves. When: Through Sept. 30
When: Through Oct. 5 Greek myth of betrayal and revenge.
When: 8 p.m. Today, Sept. 18-20 Where: Southeastern Center for
Where: Scales Fine Arts Center Contemporary Art, 750 Marguerite
Gallery Where: Ring Theater
Cost and info: $3 for students, $5 for Drive
Cost and info: Free. Ext. 5585 Cost and info: $2 for students. 725-
general admission. Ext. 5295
1904
Movies
ELSEWHERE Music
Gandhi. This film describes the life
and times of Mahatma Gandhi, Indian Jon Beegle. The up-and-coming
political leader who managed to free
his country from the British
Concerts Winston-Salem artist will perform
material from his new collection, Big
rule using peaceful means and thus Dreams and Small Pockets. Saturday’s
gave hope and inspiration for genera- Ziggy’s. Today: Helmet with the
Melvins. Sept. 19: JGB Band. Sept. performer, Liz Brown, will perform a
tions to come. number of blues tunes.
When: 8 p.m. Today 20: Atheneaum. Sept. 22: Blur with
Smashmouth. Sept. 23: L7 with When: 9 p.m. Sept. 19, 20
Where: Pugh Auditorium Where: The Horse’s Mouth, 424 West
Cost: Free Clawhammer.
Where: 433 Baity St. Fourth St.
Info: 748-1064 Cost: Free
Michael. John Travolta stars in this
blockbuster about an angel who teams
up with tabloid journalists. Blockbuster Pavilion. Sept. 25:
Aerosmith. Sept. 26: Tim McGraw.
Theater
When: 7 and 10 p.m. Sept. 19, 20, 21
Where: Pugh Auditorium Oct. 2: Live.
Deathtrap. The supsenseful part
Cost: $2. Deacon Dollars accepted Where: 707 Pavilion Blvd., Charlotte
murder-mystery, part comedic play by
Info: 704-337-2883
Ira Levin will be performed.
Music Hardee’s Walnut Creek. Sept 23:
When: 8 p.m. Sept. 19, 20, 2 p.m.
Sept. 21
Aerosmith. Sept. 24: Sheryl Crow.
Where: The Little Theatre of Winston-
Opus Five. The Wake Forest Sept. 27: Tim McGraw. Oct. 4: Live.
Salem, 610 Coliseum Drive
Woodwind Quintet will perform. Where: 3801 Rock Quarry Rd.,
Cost and info: $9 for students. 725-
When: 8 p.m. Tues. Sept. 23 Raleigh
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