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Heist features powerful acting

Drew Harmon

November 13, 2001

Crime films are a staple of modern movies. Whether trying to be funny (last year’s “Snatch,” the upcoming “Ocean’s 11”) or serious (this year’s “The Score”), these movies provide a little guilty pleasure for watching bad people do bad things in the hopes of striking it rich. And almost no one can do crime-caper movies like David Mamet, the famed writer-director-playwright who is responsible for the new movie “Heist.” With other crime flicks such as 1987’s “House of Games” and 1998’s “The Spanish Prisoner” under his belt, his newest foray into the world of crime is a blast to watch.

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Hamlet opens at Wharton

“Hamlet” is among the best plays ever written and deserves careful preparation and execution.

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Shallow doesnt live up to directors reputations

Drew Harmon

November 12, 2001

Making fun of people is risky business, and making fun of overweight people is even riskier. And making fun of them for a whole movie could be disastrous.

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Rod Stewart plays Breslin

Dan Julian

November 12, 2001

Jim Desormier began listening to rock legend Rod Stewart when he was in the Army - 25 years ago.“He was popular then and he brings back a lot of good memories,” the Mason resident said.

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Enthusiasts follow yoga traditions as positive physical practice

Juliana Keeping

November 9, 2001

Whether the union of mind body and soul or the quest to be Madonna-esqe, yoga pumped arms drives enthusiasts to class, millions have tried the 5,000 year-old art. Instructor Ruth Fisk began practicing yoga before it was hip enough to draw 15 million Americans in search of bliss.

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Lack of plot proves movie isnt The One

Drew Harmon

November 9, 2001

I don’t often use the bathroom while watching a movie. I feel bad if I miss out on an important part of the story and can’t make a complete analysis of every second of the film for these reviews.

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Fans anticipate arrival of rock legend Rod Stewart at Breslin Center this weekend

Rock legend Rod Stewart hits Breslin Center on Saturday. From rock to pop, Stewart survived the 1960s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s and is still going strong. “He has staying power with so many hits,” said Keith Pellegrini, promotions director for WMMQ (94.9-FM). “A show like this is going to be two hours of hits.” Even though Stewart just released a new album, “Human,” Pellegrini thinks the concert will consist mostly of classics. “I would say Rod’s shows now are just all hits,” he said.

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Healthy haven

Juliana Keeping

November 9, 2001

Lansing resident Kim McKeel raced at The River Run 5K last Sunday, and her son ran with her - sort of.

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Weekend Guide

Friday • Christian entertainer Chonda Pierce, will be at the Lansing Center, 333 E.

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Veteran rocker enjoys success with new band

Dan Austin

November 9, 2001

Walter Schreifels was trapped. No, not trapped in a crappy recording contract or with a band he can’t get along with. Walter Schreifels was trapped in a Buffalo, N.Y., parking lot. “How the hell do you get out of here?” he said as he frantically drove about seeking an exit.

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Are vices satisfaction or temporary distraction?

Juliana Keeping

November 8, 2001

Everyone has them. Those naughty little pleasures. Cravings and indulgences you can’t seem to get enough of.

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Classic production opens tonight at Pasant Theatre

Hamlet is the play of plays. When it comes to theater, “Hamlet” is a staple that everybody must know. Produced by the Department of Theatre, “Hamlet” begins at 7:30 p.m.

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Piece to be debuted at Wharton tonight

On Thursday evening, Wharton Center guests will hear music never before heard by concertgoers. “Trio in Red” by Aaron Jay Kernis was commissioned by Wharton Center to be performed by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. “They’re one of the premier chamber music groups in the country,” Wharton Center Executive Director Bill Wright said.

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Mock school board meeting to be held at Union

Joanne Tyes-Briseno

November 8, 2001

MSU Music Education Students will meet at 7 p.m. tonight in the Union’s Green Room, participating in a mock school board meeting.

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Burnside releases solid live album

R.L. Burnside “Burnside on Burnside” Fat Possum Live records have their assets and their faults. Too many artists release live records as another reason to get an extra paycheck.

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Incubus does it again

Incubus “Morning View” Epic Incubus has done it again. It somehow managed to marry one of the greatest voices in modern rock with a generous dose of sweet alternative rock. From the fist-first heavy chords of “Nice To Know You” to the dreary and innocent conclusion of “Aqueous Transmission,” Incubus has taken yet another step in establishing itself as the premiere rock band of the new decade. “Wish You Were Here,” the band’s first single from the record, is only a small indication of the magnitude of this effort. “Circles” has an introduction familiar to most rock outfits, but varies its time signatures and vocal patterns to create something inventive and in a league of its own while “Just A Phase” is a quieter song driven by an interesting sample.

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Disturbance grinds to a hault

Drew Harmon

November 7, 2001

Ahhh, Travolta. The guy doesn’t have the sense of a worm when it comes to picking movies.

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Grand Rapids band featured on national CD

Dan Julian

November 7, 2001

When Andy Holtgreive recently received a phone call from Fresh Tracks Music to participate in a benefit CD for the Sept.

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Benefit concert to be held at Harpers downtown tonight

Dan Julian

November 7, 2001

After the Sept. 11 attacks, Scott McLaughlin wanted to help out in any way he could. “I just figured this was my small contribution,” the English junior said.

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Woven creates desire

Dan Julian

November 7, 2001

Woven “EPrime” (EP) Interscope Sometimes EPs are better than full LPs for the simple reason that it creates a desire within the listener for more.