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

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The line up. Rebelettes IV members rehearse a dance to be performed in Stunt Talent Night. Kier TES g sO ES sige ei ; pare AEE EL LT sod Oom pa pa. Juniors Dennis O’Neal and Jim Herring demonstrate their musical talents while playing their tubas. Moving to the music. Senior Stephanie Lindley and Sophomore Wendy Cary audition for Stunt Talent Night. Stunt Talent Night 23.

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With a Royal Touch Stunt Talent Night will long be remembered for its creativity and uniqueness. Presented by the Junior class in early March, the theme for Stunt Talent Night was “A Freeman Rebel in King Arthur’s Court.” Loosely based on Mark Twain’s “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court,” the juniors’ Stunt Talent Night was the first to have a medieval theme. One tradition was broken when Angel Pate was chosen as the first female director of the show. With her assistant, Ann Kelly, she ran the production efficiently. Other changes were made to the overall scheme of Stunt Talent Night. The story became more drama oriented with greater emphasis placed on humor. Commented assistant director Ann Kelly, “We worked hard on making the story just as interesting as the acts.” By allowing all the juniors that were interested a chance to get involved with the show, the class hoped to put on an excellent performance. Because of their extra workers, the set was made in great detail. Director of Stunt Talent Night, Angel Pate, said, “We hoped to make our production the best ever through the support and spirit of the juniors.” For the first time ever, Stunt Talent Night was recorded for post- erity using a video tape machine. Perhaps future Freeman students will watch the film and wonder if the performers at Stunt Talent Night ever became stars. Warming Up. Senior Lee Bowles tunes his guitar before his group performs for the judges. Another Elvis. Vocalist Tom Lincks leads his band in ure first number during the Stunt Talent Night auditions. 22 Stunt Talent Night

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Coming and Going “I have a pep club meeting this afternoon. Can | borrow the car today?” Students often pleaded similar words to their parents. While the majority of students rode the bus to school, many seniors and some juniors drove cars every day. “I like to drive when the car’s available. I don’t have to rush to the bus, and I can stop for breakfast at Hardee’s if I have time,” commented junior Bitsy Joynes. Belonging to school clubs was made easier if one could drive to school. Some people rode mopeds to school even in the winter while others rode bicycles. Riding a bike to school on a brisk morning saved money be- cause no gas was needed. The stu- dents living near the school usually walked, though many, including some teachers, felt that Three Chopt Road was one of the most dangerous roads in Henrico to cross in the mornings and afternoons. Those who rode the buses often waited for the bus on icy cold days in the winter and rainy warm days in the spring. Sometimes a nice neighbor would allow them to stand under his porch for shelter. Through all types of weather, Freeman students traveled back and forth by different means of trans- portation. Some rode the school bus, others walked, and others drove their cars. Standing on the corner. Rebels await the school bus at the corner of Hollins and Baldwin Roads. 24 Transportation