Douglas Southall Freeman High School - Historian Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Cat’s in the Cradle. Singer Harry Chapin performs one of his hit songs at his show in the mosque. Don’t Look Back. On January 27 at the coliseum, Boston played before a sell-out audience. Several years ago at the beginning of the seventies, concerts at the Mosque, Coliseum, and The William and Mary Hall had to be cancelled time after time due to lack of interest. This has greatly changed over the years. Names such as Harry Chapin, Pablo Cruise, the Commodores, Billy Joel, and Boston have appeared here and in the surrounding area. A popular group among Freeman students seemed to be Pablo Cruise, who appeared at The University of Richmond Robins Center. Although it was far away, most students agreed that some of the best concerts were held at William and Mary Hall in Williamsburg. Since it was over an hour’s d rive, several students formed groups and went in one Car. With ticket prices ranging anywhere from six to ten dollars, some people were not able to go to the concerts due to a lack of money. As a result, most students had to work longer hours at their after-school jobs. Most agreed, after going to a concert, it was well worth the effort. Concerts 23

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22 Concerts The singer. Excitement filled the Coliseum when singer Billy Joel visited Richmond in December. Guitar man. Lead guitarist Tom Scholtz of Boston captivates Richmonders during their January concert. A Night On The Town

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The junior class brought back childhood memories when it presented Stunt Talent Night with the theme of Walt Disney’s Jungle Book. Lions and tigers and bears along with monkeys, panthers, and killer bees filled the stage between the various acts. Auditions for the talent show were held during the last week in January. A panel of judges selected the acts for their originality and talent. The show was presented on March 8, 9, and 10, after months of planning and organizing. The entertainment was provided by the varsity cheerleaders, Rebelettes 3 and 4, Interact, Key Club, several bands, individual acts, and musical performers. The Jungle Book characters provoked much laughter throughout the show as they presented scenes from their version of the story. The directors, Doug Walker and David Wu, worked with the entertainers and the backstage crew to make the show a success. The crew consisted of juniors, who moved props and those who worked on the makeup, costume, and set design and construction O committees. The many weeks of preparation and rehearsal proved worthwhile when the Well Don e performances were given. Everyone involved in the show felt a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment seeing At work or at play. Juniors Chris Booker, Steve the successful results. The juniors also Bond, and Teresa Raynor work on their parts at an afternoon practice. received the profits from the ticket sales. 24 Stunt Talent Night