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The University Daily Kansan
Friday, September 25, 1998
NBC premiere week takes center stage
By Angela Johnson Kansan staff writer
"You can relate to the characters," Parker said. "I've always looked up to Jamie on Mad About You."
Laura Stumpe, Lenexa freshman, said she thought Emily was out of the picture.
Many students on Daisy Hill tuned in to the season premiere of Friends last night. Students sprinkled residence hall lobbies, watching and wondering if Ross would leave Emily at the altar after he uttered his ex-girlfriend's name, Rachel, during the vows.
"It's inevitable that Ross and
Rachel are going to get back together," she said.
For some University of Kansas students, taking time out for their weekly sitcom lineup is as important as studying for a test.
The Ross and Rachel saga may not be a pressing world issue, but
Parker said that NBC had quality comedy shows that presented real issues for college students, unlike shows such as FOX's Melrose Place.
NBC's premiere week offered new episodes of popular comedies, such as Friends and Mad About You, that kept students glued to the tube.
NBC was the only major network that aired its season premiere this week.
Lisa Parker, Mequon, Wis. freshman, said that the network succeeded in hooking viewers for the season with the premiere.
"Whatever was left opened this week, I'll get to find out next week," Parker said. "It gets kind of frustrating, though, because I want to know what happens now."
Parker said that NBC's comedy lineup allowed her to tune out of the real world for a few hours.
"I have this big test to study for, so I was happy to take a break and watch Friends," she said. "It's a good stress reliever because you can laugh. Unfortunately, you have to go back to homework if you can stop watching TV."
Other Friends fans tuned in for less politically correct reasons.
"It looks as if Monica has gained some weight, but I can look at the other two chicks more," said Adam McLaughlin, Blue Springs, Mo. freshman. "It just makes the other two look nicer."
While most students at Naismith Hall went back to studies or other matters after Friends, a few stayed to watch the new comedy, Jesse, starring Christina Applegate.
Parker said the blonde actress had shed her trashy, ditty image from her Married With Children years.
"In this show, she's a single mom dating her next-door-neighbor." Parker said. "She has a different, more responsible image."
Other students were not as impressed with the born-again Applegate.
"I've never been a fan of Christina Applegate because of Married With Children. So I don't think I'll be watching this show," said Alejandra Cornelius, St. Louis freshman. "If I do, it's only because Frasier is on next."
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Endowment Association Breast Cancer Action Present the 6th Annual
Stepping Out Against Breast Cancer Benefit Dance Featuring The Benders
A great idea for parent's weekend!!
Saturday, October 3rd
7pm to Midnight
@ Lawrence Eagle's
Lodge 1803 W 6th St.
Let Byron, Johnny, Kevin and Larry take you back to the '50s & '60s as you dance the night away in support of breast cancer awareness. This year, 180,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 44,000 women will die. Early detection saves lives.
$12.50 per person
All proceeds from this event will benefit Health Care Access and Breast Cancer Action, Inc. for education, mammograms and treatment. Tickets available at the door.
For advance tickets or more information, please call 840-3131
THIS WEEKEND Burcham Park·Lawrence, KS
Free State Brewing Company, KLWN, KLZR, Art&Sign and the UDK are proud to host the first
Only $10
Only $10
FRIDAY, SEPT. 25
gates will open at 4:00
L.A. Ramblers
Sonia Dada
The Rainmakers
The David
Grisman Quintet
The Schwags Jam Vibe Tent
VIP Tent
• Billy Ebeling
• Howard iceburg and the Titanics
• Acoustic Food Chain
Special appearance by the
Loose Cannon Brass Band
and Sunbarrow
Only $5 SATURDAY. SEPT. 26
gates will open at noon Jazzhaus Big Band Kelley Hunt New Vintage Swing Band Dr. Zhivegas
PAW
VIP Tent
• Palomar
• Doug Goodman & His Favorite Son
• Rick Frydman
• Roger Holden
• Border Blues
Swing Tent featuring Swing 39,
Caroline and the Cowtown Playboys
and Rocket 88
Tickets at *TicketMaster*
and the Liberty Box Office.
Friday • $10 • Saturday • $5
Children under 10 admitted free.
Limited VIP tickets available both nights.
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS INCLUDE
- Polka Tent, Heritage Tent
- Children's Tent (games, clowns and petting zoo)
- VIP Tent (with food, wine, beverage and music)
- Free State Beer and Local Restaurant Booths
In case of rain: Friday, David Grisman will play an early show, and the Rainmakers will play a late show at Liberty Hall. Saturday, all artists and events will be moved to Sunday. For concert and ticket info call (785) 149-1531, or check out our web site at www.idr/i/avalanch/. For vendor information, contact Jeff Shibley at (785) 841-8222.