Marshall University - Chief Justice Yearbook (Huntington, WV)

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4k«tei The ballet troupe of Roberto Iglesias brought the Spanish version of that surrealistic art to a Marshall College Artist Series audience in October. The dancers portrayed the folklore of Spain and Spanish America with the pulsating rhythms of their electrifying routines. Brilliantly colored costumes enhanced the performance. MARSHALL ' S CULTURAL CONTRIBUTION Bette Davis and Gary Merill here dramatize the words of Carl Sandburg. Howard Mitchell conducted his National Symphony Orchestra in concert. 20

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Roger Williams, master pianist, continued to charm his audience after the final curtain by issuing a cordial invitation for them to come backstage. Here we see him as he autographs everything from programs to Marsh all College activity cards. ARTIST SERIES 3 -M ' -(M q Obernkirchen ' % The Artist Series, the only collegiate program of its type in the state is in its twenty-fourth season. The cultural life of Marshall College, under the direction of Curtis Baxter, was as carefully planned as the curricular aspects, providing a well-rounded program with such outstanding performers as Katherine Cornell, the National Symphony under the di- rection of Howard Mitchell, and Roger Williams, world famous pianist. The Obernkirchen Children ' s Choir of Germany thrilled the audience with the music of the world. Marshall ' s German Club entertained them with a party at the YMCA after the performance. 19

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CONVOCATIONS AND FORUMS The Convocations and Forums, also under the direction of Curtis Baxter, offer to Marshall students an opportunity to hear the views of such famous personalities as Madame Pandit, former president of the U.N. General Assembly or Alec Waugh, British novelist. Convocations are held during school hours for all students who wish to take advantage of them. Forums often feature informal discussions backstage with the speakers. Both Convocations and Forums are well attended by Huntington people interested in the well-balanced cultural program offered by Marshall College. Vincent Price presented his dramatic ability to a forum audience that packed Old Main Auditorium. Dr. Werner von Braun, world famous German rocket expert, who represented the space age, notes the rocket display of James Lichten- stein, Marshall Laboratory School student. A wide selection of European choral works was welcome Convocation fare presented by the Pampalona Choir from Spain which appeared in November.