Washburn University - Kaw Yearbook (Topeka, KS)

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ll ll ll I ll Stage Caesar, The Monkey's Paw was presented by the Washburn Chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, the honorary dramatic society. The one-act play is a dramatization by Louis Parker of one of W. W. Jacobs short stories. Hiram Stockwell, directed the production which in- cluded Norvelle Brooks as Mr. White, Barbara Jones, Mrs. White, Harold Geer, Herbert White, Barry Bee- son, Sergeant-Major Morrisg and Sally Foose, Mrs. Sampson. The plot evolves about a family that faces the problem of achieving happiness without making any sz :r.fices. Scenes from several popular plays were read by Judy Finley and Jack Baur before the production. During the intermission, Review', business manager Paul Edwards presented Snarf-of-the-Year Hugh Mc- Causland with a cartoon autographed by the originator Monkey s Paw Dick Bibler, an individual cup and a traveling wall plaque. McCausland, English and dramatics instructor, won his title in the Snarf contest initiated by the Review this fall. Following closely was Harold Blostein of the American Citizenship Department. Their qualifications were based on having two years at Washburn and the necessity of having Snarf-like characteristics such as' giving nasty pop quizzes . The contestants were nomi- nated and voted upon by the student body. The contest was actually a popularity poll, and the typical Snarf was a desirable character to have on the faculty although he might be a little bit absent minded. Other faculty ranking in the top five were Elroy Steele, John Davis, and Sam Bertche. Barbara Jones and Norvelle Brooks star in the Alpha Psi Omega play The Monkey's Paw . Snarf of the Year Hugh McCaus1and is presented his winner's cup and traveling placque by Paul Edwards, business manager of the f'Review which sponsored the contest.

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Brutus played by Gary McCarthy and Cassius tArt Glassmanl argue during a scene from the Little Theater production of Julius Caesar. Friends, Romans, countrymen . . . Mark An- thony tHiram Stockwellj begins his famous speech and reads the will of Caesar. Norvelle Brooks played the title role. Drama Groups Opening the Washburn dramatic season was Shal-iespeare's tragedy Julius Caesar . Although sex :ral comedies by Shakespeare had previously been presented, this was the Players' first attempt at one of his tragedies. For this presentation, the cast was in modern dress and the production was staged in black and white. Cast in the leading roles were Norvelle Brooks as Caesarg Hiram Stockwell, Anthony, Gary Mc- Carthy, Brutus, Art Glassman, Cassiusg Jack Baur, Octaviusg and John Deems, Popiliur. A large number of students held supporting roles. Players' members and other interested students were on the production staff and stage crew. Caesar had a four-night run in the Mulvane Little Theater. For the first time, a Saturday matinee, which proved successful, was given for the students of surrounding high schools.

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Xmas.FinaIs . . . Christmas rolled around with the usual seasonal signs -- lighted trees and decorations on the Union and organized houses, suspicious looking packages and talk of parties, trips and vacation. Every weekend found a group or two dancing at various formals and parties. Others were singing car- ols, having tree-trimming parties or giving parties for underprivileged children. Union talk buzzed about the latest to receive that very special pin or ring from Santa Claus . At the Christmas Assembly in MacVicar, the Choir, Singers and Symphonette sang and played special songs with the audience joining in on old familiar carols. Highlighting the event was the traditional playing of the Toy Symphony when faculty were called upon to help out. As usual it was a classical rendition. Vacation time finally came -- and went. Last-minute work on term projects and papers was hurriedly finish- ed. Books were hastily skimmed. notes reviewed, pen- cils sharpened, pens filled as finals approached. Final- ly they, too, were over. For some seniors this was their last class at Washburnjfor others, the following week was just a rest before they began anew. The Union Christmas tree, one of several on campus, was decorated at a party sponsored by the Women's Council. Playing the Toy Symphony during the Christmas As- sembly always proves to be hilarious for both the partici- pants and the audience.