Gainesville High School - Hurricane Yearbook (Gainesville, FL)

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stopped being one of GHS' two thousand, and became one of humanity's billions . . 12 This year's largest student produc- tionwas F?odgersandHammersteins' The Sound of Music. Audiences were delighted by Maria, en- chanted by the seven children, im- pressed by the Captain, and amused by the nuns. A 125 member cast, under the direction of Mrs. Catherine Murphree and Mrs. Mary Elliott, gave eight performances. Expressive acting was backed by beautiful scenery and elaborate costumes. An equally impressive undertak- ing, though it prompted reflection rather than delight, was gradua- tion. During this last episode ofhigh school life, seniors inevitably looked back and scanned the past three years: from orientation day, split shifts, work as provisionals, and Sophomore Frolics,' through the junior paper sale, invitations to honor clubs, the work behind prom, and the teacher walk-out,' to double session, the senior candy sale, prom night, and graduation. Child- hood pleasures and adult dreams united to form the memories of graduation day. As each of the 725 seniors received his diploma, he stopped being one of Gainesville High's two thousand, and became one of humanity's billions. But each one carried a part of GHS with him into the world.

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Youth's never-ending energy was set loose on the dance floor until, at the magic hour of midnight, couples headed for home. A spec- tacular Senior Dance rejuvenated activities after Christmas vacation, and the annual Twirp Dance re- sulted in unforgettable and amus- ing experiences. The excitement of these dances was over-shadowed by the year's largest social events, Sophomore Frolics and Junior- Senior Prom. New formals, lost car keys, crushed corsages and nervousness were familiar sights in spring. Work on Frolics began early in the year when class representa- tives and advisors laid careful plans and delegated duties to committees. Enthusiasm and hard work transformed the gym into a paradise where sophomores spent an unbelievable evening. After a successful paper sale, juniors energetically planned the prom. By March, the class of '70 was ready to present Paris in Springtime. Juniors and seniors, amazed by the beauty of the Uni- versity Student Union, formed last- ing memories of prom night. Apprehension, embarrassment, and excitement preceded a special dance, just as they struck GHS performers before the curtain opened on productions. Audiences, lost in the hilarity of The Late Christopher Bean or caught up in Dust of the Road, were un- aware of backstage fidgetting. At the end of every performance, thundering applause rewarded happy actors, beaming actresses and a pleased director, Mrs. Mary Elliott. AA 5 ,sf ? '32 ll

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