Elkhart High School - Pennant Yearbook (Elkhart, IN)

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] !i fll if by Geneele Crump Sound of Music Behind scenes effort recreate hit musical T I he hills are alive with the sound of music, with songs they have sung for a thousand years.” Thus opened this year’s musical. The Sound Of Music. Back in September, many people were wondering if the hills really would come alive. But by early November, it was apparent that not only were the hills alive, but they were bursting forth with energy. Veterans of the Central stage had the difficult task of coping with the absence of the past directors of six years. But the entire cast and crew proved that with the guidance of this year’s production head, Mr. Dennis Phipps, director, Mr. John Murray, assistant director, Mr. Tom Grove, and orchestra director, Mr. Al Blickensderfer, they could still pull off four performances and receive four standing ovations. Typical of any production are the remarks made by directors and cast and crew members that will often be remembered for their special significance. Sound Of Music people may recall: Here comes the kissing scene (snicker, snicker)!’’ Nuns do not wear hot pink socks. Get rid of them or we'll paint your legs black.” Pinrail needs love too!” “Those are some bad habits. Miss Menzel.” If they don’t fall asleep during this scene, it'll be from sheer politeness.” Lay one hand on those props and I'll have your neck!” Sing, Sing, SING! Hey. . . I love you all. This play is terrific! Of course, there is no such thing as a flawless performance; forgotten shoes, late chandeliers, and broken scrims were subtle reminders that nothing is perfect. But despite mistakes, as Mary Francell expressed, The cast was really close, and we worked well together. There weren’t a lot of petty differences. That’s what is important in putting together a good show.” The hills are indeed alive, claimed Mike Ehret thoughtfully, and so are the many warm memories in the hearts and mind of the cast and crew. These memories will stay . . . throughout the coming years because there’s 'No Way to Stop It.' ” 22 Sound of Music Admiral von Schreiber (Jamie Shaw), Maria and Georg solemnly approach Herr Zeller (Joe Shanholt) appear the cathedral where their wedding with news of Georg's commission. will take place Seven children prepare for the wedding ceremony of their father and Maria. How do you solve a problem like Maria? wonder Sister Margaretta (Amy Stephenson), Sister Sophia (Kelly Kelsey), the Mother Abbess (Vicki Atwater), and Sister Berthe (Eleanor Rose).

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In leading roles were Mary Francell, Ryan Burdin, Elise Snyder, Ross Burdin. Jody Moore, Stefan Simmons. Susie Vamos, Sonia Simmons, and Kellie Fogerty. Supporting characters were played by Larry Crump. Becky Vamos, Vicki Atwater. Kevin Quarandillo. Eleanor Rose. Amy Stephenson, and Kelly Kelsey. The nun's chorus was comprised of Jennifer Cheyne, Deb Paulson, Beth Armstrong, Susie Miller, Sheila Bracken, Daphne Rochford. Derrilyn Williams. Lori Rheinheimer, Effie Froutzis. Debbie Kelsey. Susan Clark, Michelle Thursby, Eileen Stephenson. Gwen Ewart, Kathryn Wells, Marianne Terlep. Margo Sailor, and Cynthia Hill. Minor roles were played by Mike Ehret. Cathy Wyatt, Joe Shanholt, Jamie Shaw, Lola Hershberger, Doug Warner, Chris Quinn, Beth Schrock, Charlie Rose, and Paula Yoder. Sound of Music 21

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Crew heads were Angie Bierbaum, Michele Anderson, Dan South, Tom Shoff, Mike Yeakey. Debbie Smith. Mike Ehret. and Marilyn Elliott Members of the crews were Tim Armstrong, Joe Bostian. Jorma Latua, Alan Lowe. Marco Morgan, Mark O'Brien, Joe Peterka. Liz Peters, Phil Rees, Diane Stone. Nancy Watson, Barb Pairitz. Jay Schrock, Bill Matthews. Tony Delserone, Chris Kelly. Tim Schenk. Janet Bierbaum, Larry Crump, Linda Duvall. Kathleen O'Connell. Becky Schwmndaman. Cathy Stephenson, Eileen Stephenson, Lon Stickel, Paul Heaton, and Carol Thornton. Sound of Music 23