Edina High School - Whigrean Yearbook (Edina, MN)

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Magical Musical Edina Players delighted audiences with a truly magical musical, “Carnival”. The play revolved around the people involved in a European carnival and an orphaned girl who joined their ranks. Lili, played by Ann Fischer, came to the carnival in search of a job after the death of her father. She was immediately dazzled by the presence of the magician, Marco the Magnificent, much to the dismay of his mistress, Rosalie. Paul LaSalle and Leslie Wilson provided excellent portrayals of Marco and Rosalie. Alsom dismayed by Lili’s awe of Marco was Paul Barthelet, the carnival’s puppeteer, played by Steve Ryan, who fell in love with Lili. Phil Holm and Tom Kruppstadt added humor and color to the show with their portrayals as Jacquot and Schlegel. Cast members were selected on the basis of singing and acting ability by Nancy Anderson, the artistic director, Barbara Bauman, the music director, and Louis Moreno the orchestra conductor. Rehearsals were held daily for six weeks in preparation for the performance. “Carnival’’ was unique in that each cast member had a specific and unique character. Unlike many musicals in which the chorus is made up of nondescript “townspeople”, “Carnival called for a troupe of jugglers, Siamese twins, harem girls, acrobats, clowns, dancers and roustabouts. Cast members who were not specifically mentioned in the script chose names for themselves and were encouraged to create individual characters. This made the play more colorful and enjoyable for both the cast ad the audience. Senior Steve Ryan remembered, “My greatest thrill was watching my fellow actors transform into their characters.” Top: Phil Holm gives Ann Fischer some advice on love. Above: Steve Ryan, who portrayed Paul Rerthalet. expresses his love for Lili. Right: Ann Fischer contemplates touching the walrus's tusk during one of many long rehearsals. 20 FALL PLAY

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Top Left: Bob Barth bemuses Debbie Bybre by begging for a guffaw. Above: Perhaps from the twilight zone, this mysterious singing telegram messenger confuses the pepfest audience. Left: Coaches Kosteliz and Savre and Captain Mike Burnett decide upon an offensive play for a crucial down. Below: Homecoming advisor. Delmar Fredrickson, and Paul Johnson put the finishing touches on parade preparations. HOMECOMING 19

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Amo tAARCO Top: Dress rehearsal provides the Bluebirds with time to perfect their routine. Left: Paul LaSalle leads Ann Fischer on as he leads her off to his tent. Above Kristine Mongo and Karen Johnson become tattoo artists during the creation of the set, FALL PLAY 21