Falls Church High School - Jaguar Yearbook (Falls Church, VA)

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Main cast—Judy White, Mike Bucan, John McConnell, Mickey Fuson, Gary Chewning, Bonnie Isom, Jo Ann Todd, Steve Kessler, Jeff Goodwyn, Larry Lucas, Nancy Cogan, Steve Farrell. Highland Fantasy Presents FCHS Choristers s Ballet dancers strike a graceful pose during rehearsal for Brigadoon. Unshaven faces of would-be-leprechauns heralded the approach of the ambitious spring pre¬ sentation, Brigadoon. Held on two consecutive weekends, most of the roles were double-cast, an innovation not greatly appreciated by some of the actors, particularly those double cast! Set in the timeless valley of ' Brigadoon, the musical abounds with star-crossed lovers. No sooner than the two Americans, Jeff, (Gary Chew¬ ning) and Tommie (Dave Campbell, Steve Kessler) stumble upon the enchanted village, than Tommie falls in love with Fiona (Joanne Todd, Bonnie Ison) who returns his affection. Not so fortunate is the love-lorn villain Harry Beaton (John McConnell), who loves Jeannie (Nancy Cox) who loves Charlie (Steve Ferrell). After their wedding, the heartsick Harry decides Brigadoon, is only a rotten hole anyway and pre¬ pares to leave. However, this would break the spell on Brigadoon, so he is madly pursued by the towns¬ people and fortuitously meets his death after hitting his head on a rock. After a lot of soul searching on the part of Tommy, he decides he does love Fiona after all, and the musical ends with their reunion. John McConnell’s death-defying sword dance at the wedding was one of the highpoints of the play. The dance routines were choreographed by Jane Walker and direction of the entire production was under the capable leadership of Mrs. Wilma Hamilton. 20

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As if mystified by their own folk songs, Bonnie Isom and Anita Ferrone provide the needed atmosphere and entertainment for the Variety Show. Originality and Imagination Prevail at Variety Show Atmosphere, imagination, and excitement were the key words to success for the Art Club’s annual Variety Show this year. Entertainment included go- go girls, pop-group bands,Hawaiian and modern jazz dancers, and baton twirlers. Although those in charge of the activity feared a poor turn out because of a postponed basketball game to be played that night, the little theater housed a crowd of over 300, a turn out that more than fulfilled the Art Club’s hopes. The money raised enabled the club to present their an¬ nual art scholarship. Concentrating on carrying out an important sequence in his band ' s performance, Geoffrey Grosvenor sends out his xylophone ' s me¬ lodious notes. Doug Maher watches intensely for the cue to his part in the Variety Show. 19

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. . the heather on the hill,” sings Jo Anne Todd to Steve Kessler. Hi! I ' m Meg Brockie,” boasts Mickey Fuson to Gary Chewning. Fingers and toes poised, sword dancers practice one of their many steps for Brigadoon! 21