California Baptist University - Angelos Yearbook (Riverside, CA)

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Drama Group Opens its Door to Audiences Celebration, the drama ministry team from California Baptist College , was a group of six students dedicated to spreading God ' s Word through a cel- ebration in drama. The objective of Celebration was to present the Gospel in a new and creative way by appealing to a variety of age groups. Their pres- entations ranged in scale from full- length Christian plays to simple, five minute sketches. This year, the drama team performed Doors, a parable about salvation and the Christian ' s responsibility to show how we can be free through Christ. Celebration presented Doors in chapel this year. The response from the students was great. Michelle Davis said it really made me think about relation- ships and the effects you have on peo- ple. Alana Baker felt the skits had a lot of deep meaning. And to Melody Lewis it was very convincing, and the actors were outstanding. The Drama team members were: Michelle Battson, Danny Bendel, Glenda Gordon, David Rose, Victoria Simonelli, Eric Van Patten, and stage manager Bar- bara Vincent. The team ' s director was Melodie Narramore Yociun. As individuals, the members hoped to share their own experiences and testi- monies. As a team, they hoped to min- ister to their audience through drama, presenting Biblical truths in a new and fresh way. ki i :k 1988-89 Cdebntlon: Unda Go don, Danny Blndell, Michelle Bittaon, David Roae, Vickt Simonelli, and Eric Van Patten. Michelle Battson tell David Roae how It really I in the Ouictian life. Chriitian David Rote lookt around for aome help. 136 CLUBS ORGANIZATIONS

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Rhapsody As the ladles entered the loom, a hush fell over the audience. By the smiles on the sing- ers ' faces, the listeners knew this would be a pleasant musical experience. Rhapsody, the select women ' s ensemble here at Cal Baptist, was made up of twelve singers and an accompanist this year. All of the girls involved in the ensemble had to audition, and each member contributed their time and effort to make the group a har- monious success. Being in Rhapsody has been a wonderful experience. I have grown both musically and emotionally as well. I have made a lot of friends and had a lot of fun, commented Amy Stilts. The group rehearsed everyday and per- formed at many events throughout the year. They performed in many churches in South- em Calif oriUa. The Baptist Convention in Las Vegas was a highlight of their year. Over Interterm, Rhapsody toured NorAem Cali- fornia, including the Sacremento Area and Lodl. Julie Perkiru said that, One of the best parts about it is that you get to meet new people and see old friends. Even with their busy schedule, the girls of Rhapsody got to know each other and en- joyed a lot of good times. Christy O ' Daniel summed up , As a member of Rhapsody, I can say that it is a lot of fun. All of the girls are such fun to be with, and Mrs. Walker is a wonderful leader. But the best thing about Rhapsody is the friendships because if it wer- en ' t for that, we ' d kill each other when wc travel on tour all cramped in a van. The other memben of the group liaten intently Tammy McDaniel offers some suggestions during rehearsal. Sandy Schmiedt, Amy Stilts, and Chiisti OT}aniel show signs of stress after a very long rehearsal. Rhapsody took part In the ceremony for the Ughtliig of the Christmas Tree by joining other choir members and singing carols. RHAPSODY 135

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Drama Celebration Glenda Gordon, Eric Van Patten, Michelle Battson, and Danny Blndell peribnn a scene from Doora. Michelle Battson goes undercover as Da- vid Rose tries to undentand. •I It ' s just another day for the dranui teami DRAMA CELEBRATION 137