Caddo Magnet High School - Odyssey Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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SEND IN THE CLOWNS. Anna Maria Sparke, senior, found satisfaction not only in hcr major role as jester, but in hcr position as director of dance for the drama production of ONCE UPON A MATRESS as well. SEE YOU IN THE WINGS (front) Rachel Dclacruz. Donald Hobdy, Carol Davis. Meg McJunkins, Marissa Kurtz, Countressa Warc. (sccond row) Laura Rockeilfellar. Penny Grigsby Tracey Widiger. Penny Ewoldsen, Zakiya Newson, Cindy Burgess. Michelle hwolsen. Shani Atwood, (standing) Elizabet h Ganley, Tish Lee. Diannc Boos. Scott Evans, Brandon Laird, Jeremy Jinks. Heather Peak. Jcaneete Edwards. Dawson Cadenhead. LaShona Broussard ' PieAident Meg McJunkins 1 ice ' PieAldent Due4 Two dollars Betsey Ganley Sccnct uf Kathy Rinaudo Michelle Walker Anna Aslin Gu To obtain the proper Restoration Comedy posture, one must in¬ flate his chest to the size of thirty-nine inches, a record held by the one and only, Brandon Laird.

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On With The Show! SHOW TIME. Scott Evans (Trcasurcr of Thcspians), Pcnny Ewolscn (Prcsidcnt Of Thcspians), Mcg McJunkins (Prcsidcnt of Drama, Public Rclations Chairpcrson of Thcspians) Elizabeth Ganlcy (Vicc Prcsidcnt Drama), Zakiya Newson (Sccretary of Drama), Toby Miller (Vicc Prcsidcnt of Thcspians). Not Shown: Jcnnifcr Rowe (Sccrctary of Thcspians), Michclle Walkcr (Trcasurcr Drama), Cathy Rinaudo (Public Rclation Chairpcrson of Drama) This year was an overwhelming success from circle to strike for both drama club productions, SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL and ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. The house was packed and the audience was delighted by the unique antics of Brandon Laird. Brandon starred in both productions and his contributions are evident. The money box does not lie. Jon Osmon also made his debut on MagneFs stage this fall and he left a somewhat experienced actor. Brandon and Jon ' s talent complimented each others as well as others in the cast and crew. Backstage will lose two of its old friends this spring. Shani Atwood and Sherry Pool, both seniors, have worked backstage for the last four years on every drama sponsored show. Both techies say they will miss Magnet and the friends they have made over the years. Miss Aslin can be proud of her Caddo Magnet Players. They performed up to her standards, or at least thafs what the audience projected. We gave our all and we are proud to be called “Aslin Angels”. Two years down and hopefully many more to come. The seniors must leave, but do not fear, for next year’s seniors will fili the shoes left. At least, the hope is that next year will be better than ever. Good luck. r COOPERATION. It takes patience and evcn a little last minute work is needed to create a successful show. Jorda Pennington, Meg McJunkins, and Jon Osmon worked hard on the music before the opening of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. FRIENDS. Backstage brings together a special type of friendship. Stephanie Williams, Brandon Laird, Tracey Widiger share a special friendship on and off stage. Here, they chat backstage during SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL.

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WHERES MY NAME? Seniors Brandon Laird and Tracey Widiger take a first look at the program for SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL. This was drama’s first production of the year; Tracey and Brandon had lead roles and their talent contributed to the success of the show. CYRANO, OH CYRANO Dawson Cadenhead, a freshman, may be new to Magnet, but he has climbed the theatrical ladder quickly. Dawson’s unique personality is apparent backstage at opening night of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Beautiful pose! K1NG FOR A DAY. King Sextimus the Silent was one of the major contributors to the success of ONCE UPON A MATRESS. Brandon gave life to this character as well as many others this year. Betsey Ganley is usually seen on stage, but this time she filled the position of stage manager. Here, she’s fmal touches on the king’s make-up. All in a day’s work. AFTER HOURS. After a long show, the cast and crew need to wind down. Chrissy Scarpinato, Laura Hudson, Carol Davis, and Donald Hobny seem to have found their source of relaxation through cards and pizza at the cast party at Gatti’s. I wonder who is winning. NOTABLE DIFFERENCES