East Mecklenberg High School - East Wind Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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Selina Balentine swings to the tune of “Maine.” “It’s no good if it’s broke,” exclaims Pat Stone in a scene from HALF A SIXPENCE. Bill Shaver, Robbie Peacock, Pete Voorhees, and Chuck McLendon sing on the merits of ECONOMY. 24

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National Festival HiUfrt The East Mecklenburg drama department has always enjoyed an excellent reputation and this year was no exception. Under the direction of Mr. Doug Mitchell, the department has managed to reach even greater heights of recognition and success. The season was opened with the presentation of SEE HOW THEY RUN, a comedy starring Bill Shaver, Cherie Sheppard and Robbie Peacock. At two different times the music and drama departments collaborated in the production of two widely acclaimed musicals. In May, the musical comedy ONCE UPON A MATTRESS was staged for the student body and the general public. This fantastic production displayed the talents of Linda Perez, Laura Jacobs and John Mackay. In December, the two departments were again successful in their presentation of HALF A SIXPENCE, which featured Pat Stone and Bill Shaver. The talented members of the department have hardly gone unrewarded for all their hard work as East Mecklenburg was the only high school selected to represent North Car¬ olina in competition at a national festival in February. Various other awards were also received in state and regional competition. The Student Council Variety Show, emceed by Bill Shaver and Robbie Peacock, allowed many other Eagles to display their talents in a delightful rendition of the “Smoth¬ ers Brothers Show.” Linda Perez, starring in the role of Princess Winifred, performs before an ecstatic audience. 23

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Clubs Sponsor Holiday Dances The language and International Exchange clubs collaborated in giving the annual Christmas dance. Due to the efforts of the four clubs, the cafeteria, adorned with candles and greenery, was transformed into a holiday wonderland. The title of Mr. Santa Claus, a contest originated the previous year, went to H.T. Weaver. Dancing was done to the music of the fabulous Premiers. The Sweetheart Dance, another club sponsored event, was given in early February by the Beta Club. Members of the club decorated the cafeteria in the theme of “The Sweetheart Tree.” Wanda Thomas was elected to reign as Sweetheart Queen. Debbie Capp, Mallery Knee, Wanda Fowler and Judy Winder served as her attendants. Music was provided by Harry Deal and the Galaxies. Christy Fuller and Walter Kale enjoy themselves at the Sweetheart Dance. Wanda Thomas and Senior Class attendants, Debbie Capp and Mallery Knee, reign over the Sweetheart Dance. Couples socialize around the dance floor. Couples dance in a Christmas wonderland. 25