18—The Daily Collegian Wednesday, Dec. 9, 1981 - • UCC survey students in decisions By TIM BEIDEL Daily Collegian Staff Writer In its never-ending attempt to appease the unappeasable, the University Con cert Committee is distributing a survey to evaluate student music tastes. Despite the fact that most students can recite .UCC's difficulties by heart hall size, available dates, capital allowance, weather problems UCC president Tom Swerzenski is still iqundated with ques tions (accusations?) like "Why don't you get this group?" and "Why doesn't UCC get its act together?" The bottom line for the layman is "Why isn't my favorite group going to be here, and on a night I don't have a paper due the next day?" 'We're trying to show the student body exactly what kind of availabilities we get.' Tom Swerzenski, University Concert Committee chairman Part of the reason this survey is being distributed is to graphically demonstrate what the committee is up against. "We're trying to show the student body exactly what kind of availabilities we get," Swerzenski said. "We've been working on this list since fall, in terms of who will be available, and I've also projected certain groups that are proba bly going to be available." For example, Swerzenski said that although he's not sure Foreigner will be touring this spring, he has good reason to assume they will be out and around soon. The survey therefore should make the student understand exactly why he can't have Lynard Skynard in Schwab every Friday night. The second, and perhaps more ob vious, purpose of the survey is to allow eOllllll77aYeM OICOLLEGE, 'PPZE.... — re Furcreyorto i, ROVi,iol4,tprialy. E.N..T.0.Y *E•R 815Mocxidr. 2.37-049 opeil typain.s 18111. Mornings are brighter with The Daily Collegian 1% , ; - , ?14' vitt e -4%11 •T. he • enn tate University Resident Theatre Company presents Ron Harper and Tudi Wiggins The Pavilion Theatre January 14-16, 19-23, 26-30, 8:00p.m. Along with each performer there is a probable ticket cost for a show in Univer sity Park. The surveys were distributed at regis tration, and will be available at the HUB desk and record stores downtown. They will be distributed in the dorms some time this week. The UCC office has had between 400 and 500 surveys returned already. There were a total of 5,000 surveys printed. Swerzenski said the surveys will be accepted until early next week. Several students contacted last night said they had filled out the survey. "I thought it was a fairly impressive list (of performers)," said Kerry Kendig (Bth-ceramic science). "I picked one up yesterday and filled it out. I hope it has some effect." "I know my roommates and I would be willing to pay for more current groups if they can get hold of them," Grib said. "I hope they take (the surveys) seriously." Swerzenski said things are going well with UCC, with a major concert an nouncement coming early next week. A photo of the University Choir in the Dec. 7 issue of The Daily Collegian on page 19 incorrectly identified contralto Lynn Thomas as soprano Barbara Hess. oneai , P e li Vete Call 865-1884 for tickets involves students more input into exactly who comes to University Park. "We're trying to establish a little more credibility in terms of student input," Swerzenski said. "The survey gives a chance for students to voice their opin ion, and help the policy board make their decisions." The survey; contains seven short-an swer type, questions pertaining to the age, residence and financial status of the person filling out the form. It also con tains a list of 63 bands (some - of which have room • for location preference) which can be rated on a five-point system that ranges from "would definitely at tend" to "would not attend." Pani Grib (11th-animal bioscience) had similar feelings. "Some of the groups look really promising," she, said. "I hope a lot of people fill them out. Correction ra y ''. • v=". - 0 es -de • :::. . A- -.-:.----$-- .0. , .... - e• - :, • N..-t.... SPECIAL BARTON'S 8 oz. Holiday Assortment Delightful Continental Miniature Chocolates $4.95 Value Save $l.OO NOW $3.95 128 West College Avenue Next to Ye Olde College Diner the daily. collegian Puppets don't show real Dickens' 'Carol' By MARC WATREL Daily Collegian Staff Writer In two performances Sunday the Artists Series presented the Broad way Marionettes' version of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." Though quite entertaining for a chil dren's audience with its dancing snowflakes, skating bears, and sing ing snowmen, the production lacked adult appeal. It was very difficult for anyone more than 10 years old to become immersed in a story filled with tap-dancing Christmas trees and flying elephants. Where Dickens' story dealt with the greed of man, this production ignored the unpleasantries of the original by covering everything in tinsel. The ghost of Christmas Yet to-Come.fiever spoke a word in the book or in either movie versions, yet miraculously he spoke Sunday and even had the gall to be humorous. Scrooge, though usually appealling with his cantankerous mannerisms, lacked the verve necessary to make him more than just an old man. A major criticism of the produc tion was the script, adapted from the book by Mark Edelman, who also wrote the rather banal lyrics to Red-hot 'One it o' Time' tonight "One Mo' Time," New York's red hot jazz musical hit, will take the Eisenhower stage at 8:30 tonight under the auspices of the Artists Series. The show turns back the clock to 1926, taking the audience behind-the scenes where Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson ENGINEERING SEMINARS Chemical Eng., Ceramic Science Eng. and Petroleum Eng. Seminar will be held WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9th 7:30 8:30 AT 124 SACKETT sponsored by TAU BETA pr some of the songs. Tiny Tim's line, "God bless us, everyone!" was no ticeably absent and the overall thin ness of the dialogue could not be hidden by Charles Budrow's marvel ous puppetry however masterfully executed. The marionettes were imaginati vely designed and beautifully cos tumed, though some were obviously modeled to entertain children and were often untrue to character. "A Christmas Carol" 's high lights, though interjected randomly throughout the show and usually with no bearing on the story, were the music-filled scenes of clowns and snowmen singing songs of the 'sos. Marley's ghost was amusing in his lament of his life after death and the blinking eyes of the ghost of Christmas Present were good for a small giggle. Overall, the production lacked the sparkle that makes "A Christmas Carol" the . special story that it is. This presentation was a poor excuse for introducing children to a classic story of such special meaning. The essence of the story, "Good will towards all men," was conspicuous ly absent. and "Sweet Mama Stringbean" re create a night at the legendary Lyric Theatre in New Orleans. "One Mo' Time' s depicts the days when black performers worked the old TOBA circuit. TOBA stood for "Theatre Owners Booking Associa tion," but the performers called it "Tough On Black Actors." 'Bandits' steal time and laughs By WENDY MILLER Daily Collegian Staff Writer "Nothing . ~" said author Henry James, "will ever take the place of the good old fashioned 'liking' a piece of art or not 'liking' it!" I like "Time Bandits." I also like chocolate ice cream cones. But it is difficult to say why I like either of them. movie review "Time Bandits," a slick comedy-fanta sy-adventure film, is a gift from produc er/director Terry Gilliam and Michael Palin, who together wrote the screen play. Of "Time Bandits" Gilliam said, "I just want audiences to come out asking 'is it real or isn't it real?' ," It's too bad Miller's latest long time in coming By YARDENA ARAR Associated Press Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) It'§ been four years and then some since the Steve Miller Band last put out a studio album, but speculation on whether Miller will make good a comeback with his new "Circle of Love" 1p seems somehow inappropriate. For one thing, it's patently absurb to be talking comeback with a guy whose last effort, "Book of Dreams" in 1977, sold 3 1 / 2 million copies and spawned the hits "Jungle Love," "Swing town," and "Jet Airliner." "Fly Like an Eagle," the album released a year earlier was no turkey either, selling close to 4 million copies and yielding "Fly Like an Eagle," "Rock 'n Me" and "Take the Money and Run." Still, there's been a lot of water under the music industry bridge since 1977 and "Book of Dreams," and you can't help IC° eST*NE SOUP 59ME Discussion & conversation in Stone Soup it isn't, but viewers will undoubtedly settle for just watching the vicarious adventures of 11-year-old Kevin who awakes to see six oddly dressed midgets tumble out of his bedroom closet. As former employees .of the Supreme Being, a benign bussinessman played by Ralph Richardson, the midgets want to be international thieves. They are aided in their venture by a stolen map of the universe a map that reveals several time holes. "You see," explains one of the midgets to Kevin, "it (creation) was a bit of a botch job." Time holes. Quite a clever and enter taining notion maybe that's the film's appeal. There haven't been many recent products of the cinema so different and imaginative. The inter-acting of the time bandits Randall (David Rappaport), Fidgit (for mer R2—D2, Kenny Baker), Wally (Jack Purvis), Og (Mike Edmunds), Strutter o Cerruti CR I & SPORTCOATS US CLOTHING CO. at gentieme4 PEN DAILY FROM 10-5 wondering what Miller has been up to and why "Circle of Love" was so long in coming. "It seems like the reason it takes so long between records is because I do a lot of different things I do the composing, I write the lyrics, I do all the vocals, produce the recording sessions," says Miller• "And then the other thing is, I'd just finished doing two years of concert touring non-stop actually three years and I really had to write new material at that point." Miller concedes the musical developments of the late '7os disco, punk and new wave rock did inspire him to experiment with material a bit different from the mellow, country blues for which he is best known. And despite the familiar Pegasus-like winged horses cavorting on the album cover, and the familiar sounding, easy rocking single "Heart Like a Wheel," "Circle of Love" does have a few surprises for Miller fans. 238-4050 410 ve. MO& 00 01 1 .11 db ft (Malcolm Dixon), and Vermin (Tiny Ross) is delightful. Through their amusing banter ("Shine it right in his face. . .his face, dummy!") and their captivating personalities ("We said no leader." "Right. So shut up and do what I say.") there is a semblence of reality in a world of unreality. Not only do the time bandits reveal more of human nature than the other mortal characters, they are the thread of the film. Those big name stars plastered on the ads are merely the candles on the cake. The special effects, accurate depiction of the time periods, and soundtrack all add to the success of "Time Bandits." The apt 'coupling of sound entertainment with a social message serves as a polite yet obvious platform. Unfortunately, viewers are subjected to an ambiguous resolution. Even if the lack of a denounment is a plug for a sequel, it still isn't very satisfying. But even my chocolate ice cream, is accom panied by the cardboard-tasting cone. PENNSYLVANIA Lerol Sociory Will hold THEIR FIRST WINTER TERM MEETING WEd. DEC. 9 Room 320 HUB AT 7:30 Topics TO bE diSCUSSES: LSAT PRACTICE EXAM, WAShiNgTON TRip, ANd OTHERS. *************** *************************** * * * * * * * The College of Science Student -- Faculty Coffee hour Wednesday, December 9 8 p.m. 333 Whitmore * * *R efres h men t s Provided R-055' * * ****************************************** Everyone Welcome Folksy Folksinger Priscilla Herdman will be in concert at 8 p.m. Saturday at the University Baptist and Brethren Church, 411 S. Burrowes St. A professional singer for five years, Herdman researches and interprets folksongs to help her portray their meaning to her audience. The performance is sponsored by the Shaver's Creek Environmental Center. Tickets are $4 and are available at the ticket office in Rec Hall and at the door. "The Price is Weis" David Weis Fashion Department Junior and Missey Sportswear 6 Days Only! Wed. Oct. 28 to Mon. Special Purchase Sale Calvin Mein Designer Jeans Slightly irregulars - . 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