Appleton High School - Clarion Yearbook (Appleton, WI)

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Marsinah, Kaaren Miles, surrounded by the merchants of Bag- In the pit, the Kismet orchestra, directed by Mr. Comella warms dad, fills the auditorium with Baubles, Bangles, and Beads. up for another intensive rehearsal. The Caliph, Skip Volpe, watches the intriguing dance of the Ababus before choosing his wife of wives. '- iff ly JN U . N' , 1 I l Kismet

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Haii the beggar lChris Dahll, now an emir, converses with the poet laureate, Dan Schuster, on necessary poetic qualities. Going over integral details during a 5-minute rehearsal break, are Mr. Schoeni, Mr. Comella, Mr. Burroughs, and Mr. Flynn. 22 . . . Kismet Kismet unveiled From the brilliant Bazaar of the Caravans to the pale and lovely moonlit gardens of Bagdad, Kismet spread across the AHS stage in an enchant- ing pageant. Under the direction of Mr. Schoeni, acting, Mr. Burroughs, production, Mr. Schulz, singing, Mr. Comella, orchestra, an alluring at- mosphere with beautiful music was achieved in the presentation of Kismet. Meaning fate, the two-act musical featured Chris Dahl as Haii, the poet-beggar destined to become the Emir of Bagdad in a single, miracu- lous day. He gained wealth, found love, and avenged the wrongs done to his daughter, Marsinah, played by Kaaren Miles. Triumphing over a wicked Wazir, portrayed by Bruce Witter, he rose to a place of eminence. Paralleling Haii's story was that of his daughter who fell in love with the Caliph, Dennis Volpe. Among those playing lead roles in determining the fate of Haii and his daughter were Dan Schuster as Omar, and Lynda Reynolds as Lalume. Accompanied by Alice Ruth, Chris Dahl, tries out for Kismet, and acquired the lead as Haii the beggar. 'sp-fd'

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vga! 95 get An AHS student vacuums the floor of a car at a local carwash as part-time employment. A iail sentence awaited Craig Nissen and Jim Ochiltree during a March of Dimes Carnival held at the Den. ' 24 . . . Student Life Shifts, Beatles, Kismet The year of the elephant, in joke and in scorn, Caused Tom Swifties to fade, ne'er again to be born. Girls teased their tresses in a flip with care While clad in a jumper, a shift, or mohair. Sweatshirts were worn in boldness and iest, Though ragged and torn, they covered the chest. Snow boots were furry, shiny, or high, As brownie points tallied high as the sky. Honored were Seniors on their Senior Day At the last home game that our team did play. Our crowd was cheery after each first down Cheerier still when we captured the crown. The season of basketball we could boast Was resolved to be prime, fit, and foremost. Highlighting the year for a club or three Was a iaunt to Chicago to look and to see. Folk singing and strumming continued to rage As displayed by the Beatles, worshipped on stage. Blowin' in the Wind was blown away By old Deep Purple, the pop song of the day. McDonald's'and Dag's were high on the list, The Den sported the U.T., no longer the twist. Our goal was a musical, Kismet by name, Cast and crews won for it fame and acclaim. 'Twas not quite the same as the years of yore, 'Twas the year we'll remember-'63-'64.