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LIFEIS A BIG CABARET

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Pearl Jam Doesn’t Stand The Test Of Time

Entertainment News, Top 10 iPod Downloads, Fashion and More... M AY 1 1 , 2 0 0INSIDE 6 [email protected] 2 THE BUZZ Spears who is soon going to be eyed teen will be happy to know releasing her third fragrance: “In that he is a proud father, again. Control,” which her camp is prob- The former class clown, known to INSIDE ably hoping will reach the success the general public as Mark-Paul CONTENTS of her first two. Maybe though Gosselaar, and his wife had a she should start taking advice daughter. They named their sec- 02 Entertainment News from perfume titles … Most ond child Ava Lorenn, according would call him a beat genius, but to People … New CD releases of Top 10 iPod Downloads the producer turned music artist the week include Jessica Simpson By Mahsa Khalilifar Pharrell Williams has teamed ex-hubby, Nick Lachey’s What’s 03 Flashback Favorite Daily Titan Columnist up with hip-hop super star Kanye Left of Me … Red Hot Chili West. The two are featured in Peppers’ Stadium Arcadium … 04 Life Is A Big ‘Cabaret’ This week is no exception. Williams’ new video “Number Def Jams favorite r&b group, As usual celebrities capture our 1” … Christina Aguilera and Jagged Edge’s self-titled Jagged 06 Cruise Proves Nothing’s interest with juicy news … Oh AFI are just two of the perform- Edge … Neil Young’s Living With yes, it’s official and you heard ers already announced to perform War… New DVD releases include it here months ago: she’s got at this summer’s “MTV Movie Emma Thompson in “Nanny Impossible another one in the oven! Britney Awards.” MTV reports that the McPhee” … Jennifer Aniston’s Spears made it official when she performers have been confirmed “Rumor Has It” … Eric Bana in 07 Horror Film Frustrates went on the “Late Show with along with other big names music Steven Spielberg’s “Munich.” … David Letterman” earlier this starts such as former N’Sync Celebrity Gossip of the week: Is Audiences week to coyly speak about the member Justin Timberlake and Lindsay Lohan romantically run- news. People first reported that hip-hop artist Ludacris, which is ning into the arms of Kate Moss’ she made the surprise appearance scheduled to air on June 8 … We ex, the 20-year-old model and ON THE COVER: Life and let out the secret informa- all know him best as “Saved by musician James Burke?! … Stay is a “Cabaret” (Photo tion we had predicted weeks ago. the Bell’s” Zack Morris, but now tuned for more news and gossip provided by Jim Volz) This is also great publicity for fans of the young blonde-blue in the next Inside Buzz… TOP 10 IPOD DOWNLOADS By Mahsa Khalilifar the list of the Top 10 downloads Paul’s “Snap YO Fingers” according to www.Apple.com for 5. “What’s Left of Me” by Nick Daily Titan Columnist the week, some pop, hip-hop and Lachey everything else in between … 6.’s “Over My Head The Buzz is your source for Happy listening! (Cable Car)” the most updated trends going on 7. “Ridin’” by Chamillionaire & in the music industry and where 1. “SOS” by Rihanna Krayzie Bone THE BUZZ would we be today without the 2. Daniel Powter’s “Bad Day” 8. Fort Minor’s “Where’d You ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR ever-so-popular and trendy iPod? 3. “Dani California” by Red Hot Go” So for you iPod fanatics out there: Chili Peppers 9. “Temperature” by Sean Paul Dianika Abbott shuffle, nano, mini, etc … here’s 4. Lil John Feat. E-40 & Sean 10. Rihanna’s “Unfaithful” EXECUTIVE EDITOR Nicole M. Smith

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By Kristi Allen From day one of Peppard’s move, Therefore, it is apparent to him Daily Titan Staff Writer he and Hepburn begin to bond. that something shady is going They meet initially because he on. But between the two of them, is locked out of his new apartment, Peppard is the only one to realize udrey Hepburn is and and she comes to his rescue in a that she is putting herself into a has been an icon for quirky way. bad position by taking part in this many decades. She is awoken by him, and is weekly ritual. She has such style, not properly dressed but still invites So, it is clear that they are both A him in and allows him to make him- involved in things that are not quite grace, and beauty. One movie in particular that dis- self at home to use her phone. normal to most people’s everyday plays her iconic beauty, and talent During their awkward first intro- lives. is none other than “Breakfast at duction, she realizes that she has For these two individuals, there Tiffany’s.” somewhere to be and is off in a life goals are completely turned Hepburn is a young lady who hurry. around when they fall in love with has escaped to New York. It all She is off to Sing Sing, a prison, each other, given that it is not at all starts with her standing in front of to meet a complete stranger. She is what they had pictured for there Tiffany’s, at 6am with coffee and a being paid to do this on a weekly future. pastry in her hand. basis to pass on the weather fore- This is a reality that one would She is all dressed up from the cast. think many could relate to. evening before. It’s clear that she Peppard helps her to get herself Life doesn’t always go as planned hasn’t gone to bed yet. By Nicole M. Smith together, but definitely questions and sometimes these surprise twists This timeless movie is centered Audrey Hepburn played Holly Golightly, an out-going partygirl in her reasons for meeting what she fulfill exactly what we are looking on her obsession with Tiffany’s. “Breakfast A Tiffany’s.” calls a very nice man at the prison. for without expecting it. She lives in New York with a building. closet full of nice suits, and supplies very determined goal in mind. That Peppard is a struggling writer him with an income. goal is to find romance with a that is surviving in New York by In this movie, the common belief wealthy, older man. playing the role of a gigolo. He that New Yorkers never get to know Although, it’s a possibility that is being well taken care of by an there neighbors is proven untrue. her life’s goals could be turned older wealthy married woman. She That is at least true with these two completely upside down when puts him up in an apartment with a characters. Peppard moves into her apartment M AYM 1 1 , 2AINSTREAM 0 0 6 [email protected] 4 THE BUZZ Concert Calendar LIFE IS A BIG ‘CABARET’ MAY

15 MONDAY Goo Goo Dolls Troubadour Hollywood

16 TUESDAY The Chariot Chain Reaction Anaheim

17 WEDNESDAY P.O.D. Avalon Hollywood Hollywood

18 THURSDAY Missing Persons HOB Sunset Strip Hollywood

19 FRIDAY Photo provided by Jim Volz Soulive Meghan Bayha as Sally (Left) and Ian McDavid as Emcee (Right) star in CSUF’s Theatre Roxy Theatre and Dance Department’s production, “Cabaret.” Hollywood

20 SATURDAY Common By Lisa Chung is a true compliment. this challenge. Because the situation of the Daily Titan Staff Writer If any of this had been done The musical element of this Nazis slowly and methodically Coach House tastefully, it would have missed performance is definitely to be taking over Germany is some- San Juan the point, and it wouldn’t have commended. thing we are all familiar with Capistrano hen the Theatre and been real. The instrumentals were flaw- today, it was interesting to look Dance Department The actors should be applauded less, and special acknowledge- back at the situation on the stage. for the courage in their tackiness. ment should be given to the They were kids, and they were 21 warned the audi- SUNDAY Wence that Cabaret was for an This is not to say that the per- emcee Ian McDavid. having fun. Madonna adult audience only, they made formance was missing depth. The excitement and (at just Yes, the Kit Kat Girls and Boys The Forum an understatement. Underneath the lights and the the right moments) tenderness in drank too much, smoked too The costumes, music and act- glitter and, well, underneath all his voice was a highlight in the much and had way too much sex, Inglewood ing, they were all great. But the the exposed skin, a heartbreaking show. but they were still just kids. aspect of this performance that story unfolded on that stage. Also, Megan Bayha, who stars Watching as the world changed stood out was the rawness. Combining the element of as Sally, really pulled the play forever and seeing the tragedy 21 From the opening scene, the music into a storyline, while pre- together during one of the last of the end of a party, the end MONDAY director and actors of this play serving the integrity and clarity numbers, titled “Cabaret.” of innocence really, gave a new, The Smiths did not shy away from the raun- of the story itself, is not always The energy in the audience more personal perspective to a chiness that makes Cabaret so easy. was obviously present during this time that is often studied, but not HOB Sunset Strip interesting. Many times, with musicals, the number as Bayha combined great felt. Hollywood Girls kissing girls, boys kissing audience can get swept away in vocals, acting and storytelling all The department made a wise boys, simulated sex, slutty outfits the glitz and glamour of fun dance into one. decision in choosing this musical and a sleazy undertone to it all choreography and numbers. The point in the musical where that allowed them to showcase – none of it was done tastefully. The Theatre and Dance the mood shifts was especially their fantastic performance abili- Understand however, that this Department did a good job with powerful. ties in a truly important story. M AY 1M 1 , 2 0AINS 0 6 [email protected] THE BUZZ 5 THEATRE ARTS MAJOR STARS IN CABARET

Photo provided By Jim Volz Meghan Bayha, a theatre arts major, knew she wanted to perfrom at an early age. As an adult has taken performing to a new level in CSUF’s “Cabaret.”

mom encouraging her creative Bayha’s performance as close to perfectly.” While the stage is extremely By Lauren Padilla talent she would have never got- Sally won over one of Cal State Bayha said her role as Sally has liberating, Bayha said the quick Daily Titan Staff Writer ten so far. Fullerton’s alumna. helped her to grow a lot, not only costume changes and craziness Her grandparents set up col- Sandra Allen, who graduat- as an actress but as a person. backstage was an obstacle. “I Wanted to be Pretty” lege funds for Bayha and their ed from Cal State Fullerton in Bayha said she is nothing like “The thing I’m also fighting a Cal State Fullerton senior other grandchildren. 1998, attended the May 5 evening her character Sally. lot is keeping the energy of Sally Meghan Bayha stars in this years Their support has also “She’s totally against order, between costume changes. “Cabaret” musical as Sally. enabled her to dedicate her full she’s like la-la-la, I’m all It’s hard to stay focused on Music has been apart of her life time to school and theater, and about control, I love order,” the previous scene when you are since kindergarten. She’s always not have to also juggle a job. Bayhaa said. rushing crazily to make the next loved to dance and put on shows. “Scholarships have also “I think I just wanted Unlike her character Sally, change,” Bayha said. In fourth grade her parents sent really helped me out. who Behya said is in everyone’s Caberet is not your average her to a musical camp. I’ve received three theatre someone to pay face, Bayha is very straightfor- show. ”I think I just wanted someone scholarships, two of which ward and professional. Bayha said the show deals to pay attention to me,” Bayha paid for a year of tuition,” attention to me. ” Fellow senior and theatre with Nazi’s and is very emo- said. Bayha said. major Grayce Charles said tionally exhausting for all actors Her mom always took her to Bayha prepares for her per- when Bayha walks into the involved. the local Bakersfield Musical formances by warming up her room she brings positive ener- The day after her May gradua- Community Theatre. voice and hyping herself up. MEGHAN BEHYA gy. tion Bayha will be on a plane to She participated in the summer She made a soundtrack spe- “She is incredibly talented, Idaho. acting workshops each year, and cifically for the show to hype intelligent and a perfectionist. She will be performing in three participated in her first big show her up for her character. She always comes in at the top shows, two of which she will at the theatre in eighth grade. “I was actually really ner- of her game,” Charles said. have feature roles. “I wasn’t really into sports. vous, not so much remembering show. Bayha said this role has pushed Following the summer she will Soccer wasn’t for me, I wanted to everything, but I was worried I “I was skeptical at first because her to be more free and vulner- be moving to New York and try- sing, dance and dress up pretty. wouldn’t do my character, Sally, I had previously seen the play able. ing her luck out auditioning. I didn’t want bruises and cuts, I justice. with an actress I adored playing “It’s cool, I can try on someone “Even though it gets hectic and wanted to do pretty things with I wanted to make sure I was Sally, but Meghan Bayha did a else’s shoes. There are things I stressful, I’d rather be performing my body,” Bayha said. playing her the right way,” Bayha wonderful job,” Allen said. “She can do as Sally that I would never than anything else in the world,” Bayha said if it weren’t for her said. portrayed Sally and the story do as myself,” she said. Bayhaa said. M AY 1 1 , 2 0MOVIES 0 6 [email protected] 6 THE BUZZ CRUISE PROVES NOTHING’S IMPOSSIBLE By Kirsten Alto jumped on Oprah’s couch. Daily Titan Staff Writer Playing Ethan Hunt for a third time must be natural by now and it Rarely is a sequel better than shows on screen. its predecessor, especially when Although it may have been more speaking of the third in a series, difficult for him this time around but “Mission Impossible III” pulls due to the tiny bit of character it off. change in Hunt, who now has a First, the plot, a standard for fiancé and wants to focus on his Mission Impossible and action family. movies in general, but why fix Unfortunately, when someone what’s not broken? Making it bet- is in need, like Felicity’s Keri ter is what this film ultimately Russell, he’s a sucker for a mission. does with unexpected twists all Luckily for Cruise, he’s played in throughout. enough romantic comedies to take In the previous two, the gad- that small change in stride. gets seemed always somewhat of a Or maybe it was the help of focus, but this film deters from that the recent Academy Award and leans closer to the actual plan Winner Phillip Seymour Hoffman. that the gadgets play a part in. Hoffman plays the regular-guy vil- However, if you like the gad- lain, Owen Davian, no tricks or gets, don’t fret, there are some new weird ticks, just an angry man ones in play. who wants the mysterious “rabbits The planning almost resembles foot” and needs Cruise’s character Photo provided by Paramount Pictures what goes on in heist films, mak- to get it for him. Tom Cruise (Left) and Keri Russell (Right) star in Paramount Picture’s “Mission Impossible III”. ing it easier for the audience to At times it’s hard to take understand what was happening as Hoffman as seriously as he would it was happening, rather than hav- like without thinking of him “shart- writer/director, JJ Abrams, famous plete entertainment for all ages, ing to think about it. ing” like he did in Along Came was well balanced with emotion, Tom Cruise does such a good Polly. But, none the less, he did for Alias and Lost, proves just that both sexes, and it’s a great start for and when the action was dominant, giving us high-energy and quick- the summer blockbuster list, hope- job, and let’s not forget that he OK as the villain and maintained it wasn’t overbearing. The indus- looks so good, that for the two the suspense. paced action. fully a preview of what’s ahead in try has had enough of the slow- Mission Impossible: III is com- theatres this season. hours, I almost forgot he had once For the film’s entirety, the action motion Matrix-style effects and M AY 1 1 , 2 0 0 6 [email protected] THE BUZZ 7 HORROR FILM FRUSTRATES AUDIENCES

By Jody Cason Bell family from Red River, bers, which made the film incred- Betsy and her dad was very dif- was trying to figure out wheth- Tennessee. ficult. er the characters were actually Daily Titan Staff Writer John Bell, (Sutherland) is a There wasn’t enough time experiencing this evil force, or if farmer who has a land dispute devoted to setting up their they were just having one of their A good horror flick is hard to with his neighbor. “From the beginning characters, which made it a ongoing, ghoulish dreams. come by these days, especially The neighbor then retaliates by challenge to be engaged in The casting of Sutherland and when the story revolves around putting a curse on Bell and his of the film it was easy their lives. Spacek was one of the only good ghosts. entire family. The film also lacked sus- things about this film. Being a huge fan of this genre, Evil forces invade the Bell to detect that pense. Their portrayal of horrified I was particularly eager to see homes shortly after the curse. someone was going to From the very beginning of parents was compelling enough “An American Haunting,” a film The entity initially terrorizes the film it was easy to detect to make watching some parts of based on the only documented daughter Betsy, (Rachel Hurd- die.” that someone was going to the film bearable. case in U.S. history in which a Wood) by dragging her around her die. The special effects were also spirit caused a person’s death. room in the middle of the night JODY CASON The only thing left to fig- convincing, but the audiences This original premise cou- and slapping her about while she ure out was which family was bombarded by so many of pled with the fact that critical- is suspended in mid-air. member it was going to be them that the effects lost their ly acclaimed stars like Donald The merciless spirit then per- and why. impact early on in the film. Sutherland and Sissy Spacek sistently goes after John Bell, ibly dull and monotonous. Unfortunately only one of those starred in it lured me back to the which is not a good thing consid- The relentless pursuit of the uncertainties was resolved. Unfortunately, “An American theater. ering his age and ailing health. spirit could make one’s head The conclusion of the film was Haunting” is just another poorly I had renewed hopes for a qual- The problem is that too much spin, and the fast paced camera wrapped up so vaguely that it made horror film that leaves audi- ity, chilling tale. of this film is dedicated to scenes following the action made it even left more questions than answers ences puzzled and dissatisfied. The story is set in the early in which the spirit plays havoc more dizzying. about the story. It is a complete waste of film, 1800s and revolves around the between these two family mem- Feeling sympathetic for poor What was even more confusing time, money and talent. PEARL JAM DOESN’T STAND THE TEST OF TIME

By Kirsten Alto There are a few bands that have Perhaps this is the reason that in been harsh, an up. Daily Titan Staff Writer stood the test of time and Pearl 90 percent of the tracks he doesn’t The past few albums before Jam just isn’t one of them. sing alone, but with backup vocals this one have been intolerable, so The bad The main problem is singer, right behind him. somewhat listenable is a step up is very bad, Eddie Vedder’s voice. Although I do think they should now for the boys. while the Remember “Even Flow” and have retired long ago, I will give They will never be the old Pearl good isn’t “Jeremy?” Vedder’s voice was them credit for sticking it out as Jam because of age and maturity. so good for unique and amazing. long as they have. If they keep this pace and don’t the new self- Listening to the new album, I I will also give credit for still settle for mediocrity and a single titled album, couldn’t help but feel sorry for having the creativity it takes to on KROQ, perhaps in another few Pearl Jam. him losing that great talent with write and complete an years they might come closer to I’d like to say that I’m a fan of age. album. the more mature version of what Pearl Jam, however, I’d just be The new single is the worst of The band has had its ups and they had that they are looking for. fooling myself. the album in that respect. downs and this is, although I have But I doubt it.

Read the Buzz at www.dailytitan.com M THE AY 1 1 , 2 0 0 6 BACK [email protected] 8 THE BUZZ THE ‘80S: BACK, IN FULL EFFECT for a “Flashdance” video? Then, why on earth were col- mate in sexy. add a unique feel. By Lauren Padilla ored tights invented? It’s an alluring tease and never Daily Titan Staff Writer Bubble skirts: Okay … So They totally maximize your too much. Micro mini: As long as we have they do look nice on the stick thighs, and honestly … we Paired with a cute belt and tai- legs the mini will be a staple in t seems as if the ‘80s thin girls on the Marc Jacobs learned to match in kindergar- lored pant or jeans it will make our wardrobe. are back to haunt us. runway, but lets face it anorexics ten. the perfect comfortable yet chic A mini adds length to legs of We unfortunately and MJ can make any garment outfit. all shapes and sizes. can never forget our look good. Here’s a list of some fashion- You can play down the scrunchyI haired, fluorescent col- We are talking about reality able salvageable items from the Empire waist belts: Whether hooch factor with a belt, bil- ored days … but can we at least here, and the truth is the bubble 80’s: thick or skinny, you have to love lowy top and slouchy boots. try? skirt is incredibly unflatter- them. This new trend is bringing to ing. They bring structure to any Bold gold jewelry: Gold is so in surface fashion atrocities that we These short puffy mon- “[Empire waist belts] top or dress and give you a for the summer. prayed were in the distant past. strosities seem to make hips waist. It gives a pretty glow to your Let’s take a moment to focus look super wide and legs look bring structure to They are perfect for those face and outfit. on why we left the 80’s style funny and sausage like. wanting to camouflage a wide Gold jewelry layered over behind any top or dress and bottom and they highlight the summer-bronzed skin is incred- Fingerless Lace gloves: slimmest part of your torso. ibly sexy. Scrunchies: As “Sex and the Unless it’s Halloween or a give you a waist. ” Ultimate bonus: they add a The moral of the story is to City’s” Carrie notoriously stated, Madonna video the answer is perfect finish to a so-so outfit. wear what flatters your body. “ No city girl would be caught just “no,” period. Lauren Padilla You really can’t go wrong if dead in a scrunchy.” Drop earrings: very workable. you buy items that ultimately They look ridiculous. How Colored tights: - Okay, so They elongate your face and complement your features. can you expect anyone to take fashion is supposed to accen- add personality to your outfit. You might not be on top of the you seriously when you look tuate what we have and comple- Off-the shoulder tops: A Try a pair gold leaves or horns trends but you will very stylish. like you are about to try out ment our bodies correct? glimpse of a shoulder is the ulti- to Everyone’s number one goal.