Columbus East High School - Altis Yearbook (Columbus, IN)

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anticipation Develops in 'Oklahoma As the lights were slowly dimmed in the Robbins Auditorium, the chattering of the audience came to a sudden silence. The opening scene of Oklahoma was finally underway. The success of this performance came from hours of hard work and stamina from cast members. I think the hardest part of the entire play was working until II p.m., but the long practices seemed to pay off after hearing the audience’s reaction,” said Mike Stadtmiller. There was a great deal to accomplish during those long practice sessions. Troy Taber said the hardest part to accomplish was the French accent and walk of his character. The cast of the play couldn’t have got the work they had to accomplish without the help of East drama director Ray LeB- lancj his assistant Ben Jaquess-, Ms. Mary Clark, Music Director and the dance chor- eographers Senior Dawn Harris and Mrs. Cindy McMillan. With the guidance and help of the directors the cast was able to contribute to a legendary production. The musical seemed to capture the at- tention of the audience and hold it. I think that the cast did a spectacular perfor- mance,” commented Junior Jackie Moore. I thought the performance was very good. I believe that the cast did an excel- lent job of preparing for the opening night,” explained Senior Karla VanZant. She added, My favorite part of the musi- cal was the f inale. When they all came out singing it seemed to grab the audience’s attention.” The musical can be looked at as more than a form of entertainment and hard work. I think the most interesting part of doing the musical was the learning exper- ience. I had never been in a major produc- tion before,” commented Taber. While Taber looked at the play as a learning ex- perience, others looked at it as a way to meet new people. The most interesting part of doing the play was meeting new people and their characters. My favorite being Dingo, said Samantha Battin. Spectator Tanya Rathsman felt the best part of the play was the cast participation. The cast did a great job of participating. Each did the best job they could do to contribute to a grand performance.” The momentum built up when the entire cast became involved. Although total participation was the key to this production, others felt that a select group of characters stood away from the crowd. I felt that each member did a good job and did their part. I also believe that Beth Bottorff and Sharon Carr did an excellent job of portraying their characters,” expressed VanZant. From the designers of the costumes to the writers of the play, each person has the quality for this success. All in ail the reason for the smash hit production Okla- homa can only be the participation of the cast members,” summarized Senior Janet Lutes. by Marge Goodwin Oklahoma

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As the average academic hours roll on, the students in the classrooms, Commons, and even the restrooms tend to strain their eyes to the clocks. The seldom-cor- rect time keeper finally hits 3:10 p.m. and the school is in an uproar. To some, 3:10 p.m. means home, food, sleep, or relief, but to others it’s just the beginning to a hard afternoon of toil. The extra-curricu- lar activities call for extra meetings, prac- tices and rehearsals. Keeping with tradition, during the par- ticular seasons, the football field, gym, and pool are roaming with dedicated ath- letes who strive to increase speed or techniques. Preparing for their spirited events are the cheerleaders who kept the crowds on their toes. Moving to the inside, the hallways were twirling with the flag and rifle corps, and jumping with the drill team. They were always working for their band show or in the parade for the Indianapolis 500. On the first floor in the room nick- named the Pub, other activities were oc- curring. Papers on the tables scattered chaotically. People pulling their hair out screaming to get a photo or a perfect cap- tion. Human torture existed throughout the year, not as punishment, but to pre- sent our school with publications. The Oracle and Altis staffs struggled through after school sessions to complete, con- struct, and conquer the ills of the newspa- per and yearbook. As new organizations to our school this year, students became involved with the chess and science clubs. Being a group for intelligent thinking and decision making, careful planning and organization was needed. In the science club, problems still existed. One of our main problems was attendance. Few people know that we ex- isted since we began at the end of the year,” explained Sophomore Jeff Eichen. Frustrations were present, but the science club did accomplish their plans. Recent £ rashing on the yearbook spreads are Junior Marge Goodwin. Senior Sandy Coon and Sophomore Larry Brackney. s assistant captain of the flag corp. Senior Robin Smith practices in soli- tude to a perfect performance. activities were a trip to a waste treatment plant, and, as a main objective, a planetar- ium show. In a different field, (even language) are the Spanish and German clubs. Active this year more than ever, the Spanish club be- gan the year by fundraising. Selling carna- tions for Easter and chocolate candy were a good start for the activities. Money was used for the float in the Columbus Day parade and a special scholarship fund for a trip to Mexico or even college. East was always busy. If the baseball team wasn’t aerobic dancing in the gym, some of the faculty members were run- ning laps after school. The drama club practiced in the auditorium while the rifle corps began their twirling. What some consider school to be textbooks and lunch mods, these involved students looked at their school as a form of home. by Marge Goodwin After School

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y he disgusted Aunt Eller, played by Sen- ior Sharon Carr, shows her disapproval of Will Parker. Senior Steve Roth. £ xchanging money for goods. Sopho- more Troy Taber. Ali Hakin. goes into debt for Senior Steve Roth. Will Parker. £ hyly admitting their love. Senior Pat Kiel. Curley, and Junior Yun Hui Perci- field. Lori, sing their duet. Q istressed by her limited vocabulary Senior Beth Bottoroff. Ado Annie, sings her song of personal qualities. Olkahoma 29