Exira High School - Exiran Yearbook (Exira, IA)

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 The King and I — A Large Cast and a Success! It's a puzzlement” — what to write about the largest musical Exira has done since Jackie Paulsen and John Walker, directors have taught here. The musical was The King and I , a two-act musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein and was performed on November 5 and 6. The story was written many years ago and is based on the real life experiences of an English Schoolteacher (Janelle Wolf) who goes to educate the children of the King of Siam (Chris Ruhl) during the 1860's. After the king falls ill he finds a soft spot in his heart for the schoolteacher. Other main characters were Mark Jensen. Joe Muhr. Monica Petersen. Mark Towne. Michele Petersen and Derek Jacobsen. One rather unusual feature of the play was an Oriental ballet scene. Mr. Walker stated that much work had been put into the preparation of that particular scene, and complimented especially. Stacy Hansen. Shanna Wolf. Theresa Wolf and Jeff Wilkerson for their outstanding performance. This year was the first year there was grade school par- ticipation in a musical. There were twelve youngsters under the direction of Marlene Ballou. 3 18

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2 Starfire Played Homecoming 82 After the game. Exira had its dance. The band. Starfire. was fantastic. Everyone seemed to really get into the dance and had a great time. The dance lasted until 1:00 a.m. and then everyone went their separate ways. The spirit shown by the student body and staff during the week of homecoming activities was unprecedented during my six years at Exira. Superintendent Floyd Ruhl commented. The stu- dent body, staff. Booster Club, and patrons are to be commended for their support of these activities. While the rain eliminated some of the planned activities, it's certainly nice to know that it couldn't dampen the spirits of our young people. I'm proud to be a part of this successful activity.’’ Marne-Elk Horn Phone Company 4 Homtcoming 17

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1) The King's wives end Tuptim (Monies Petersen) line up to begin their tale ot The Small House ot Uncle Thomas. 2) Mark Towne and Monica Petersen sing the beautiful song We Kiss In a Shadow. 3) Dee Hill ap- plies make-up to Curtis Larsen who played the Kralahome and Buddha. 4. Teresa Wolf. Stacy Hansen and others present the play Small House of Uncle Thomas to the king and his guests. 5) Janelle Wolf (Anna) teaches Chris Ruhl (the King) how to waltz. 6) Janelle and Chris prac- tice the prayer to Buddah scene helped out by the grade school children. Jackie Paulsen, director, added. It went real- ly well, and Chris and Janelle showed a lot of leadership. I think Michele showed the most im- provement. We really appreciated the grade school kids and Mrs. Ballou's help. Mr. Walker commented. I felt the play went very well. Chris and Janelle did a great job. I want to thank especially Mrs. Ballou. Miss Coun- tryman. Mrs. Thompson. Mrs. Leinen. and Mrs. Olinger. Everyone's cooperation helped make the play a success.” Janelle Wolf added. I think it went well despite my dress falling apart! So as the props are packed away, costumes and playbooks returned everyone awaits next year's play for their moment in the spotlight. LANDSMAND’S NATIONAL BANK Audubon and Kimballton Musical 19