Jefferson High School - Revolution Yearbook (Bloomington, MN)

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Behind the scenes with JTC Theatre people were involved. Theatre gave students a place to go — a place to create, to explore their acting ability, and to share their interest in the theatre with people like themselves. A closeness developed between the students. They went backstage, to Warren Magnuson’s office, or to the loft to talk, let off steam, or just escape from the pressures of the day. They were able to go into “Mag’s” office and lounge around or relax. Weiner roasts and popping corn added to the fun. “It gives you a chance to be with people just like you,” theatre member Kate O’Brien said. Theatre members needed to work hard in order to produce a good show. According to O’Brien, “Everybody helps with what they can.” Students who were experts in certain aspects of theatre were able to teach their talents to others in the show. “With this in mind, you’ll leave with some knowledge of lights, costumes, scenery, make-up, etc.,” O’Brien said. Besides the actors, there were technical people, known as techies, who worked with lighting and music. “We’re at work as soon as the actors leave the stage,” Maureen Olson added. They worked at creating moods and special effects. This was not a simple task. Often the techies were at school until 10 p.m. These experiences were rewarding. Some students who participated in the Jefferson Theatre Company went on to pursue theatre as a career. 24 • Behind the scenes

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Girl asks boy, or who’s really running this show? Doy: Hello Girl: Hi Eddie, it’s Laura. Boy: Oh hi! Girl: How are ya? Boy: I’m great. How ’bout you? Girl: Just fine. (Pause) I was wondering if you could help me with my geometry. I’m having trouble with problem seven ... and ... uh ... just about everything else. I can’t stand that class. Mr. Hypotenuse is such a jerk. Boy: I know what you mean. That last test he gave was a killer. I got a “B” on it, though. What did you get? Girl: I just barely passed. So, I was wondering if you could help me study for the next one? Boy: Sure. Girl: Great. How abou — Boy: (interrupting) Say, who do you have for World Base? Girl: Ms. Constitution. Boy: I’ve got Mr. Treaty. What are you studying now? Girl: French Revolution. Boy: So are we. What was the Reign of Terror? I keep forgetting that. Girl: Something about ousting a bunch of nobles and sticking them in jail for no reason. Boy: Thanks, I usually take my nap during fourth hour. I never remember anything. Girl: I like history. John Jock and Brian Rowdy are in my class and they’re always sitting back there chewing Kodiak. Yesterday was great. All the jocks brought in squirt guns and had a big fight. Boy: Yeah, I heard about that. You guys get away with everything. Girl: It’s pretty crazy. So, how about coming over tomorrow to do some homework? Boy: What time? Girl: Around 7:30? Boy: Sounds good. See ya then. Girl: Okay, Bye. Boy: Bye. Girl asks boy 23

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Page 24: Top: Lounging around in “Mag’s” office are Jim Schoch, Diane Martinson, and Melanie Harfield. Lower: Dave Hodnefield watches as Krista Kirkeide works with the lights. Page 25: Top Left: Bob Hoyt and David Hadley pick out their costumes. Top Right: Kris Turner and Patty Shaw help with the building of the scenes. Lower Left: Warren Magnuson lets off some steam, while Katheryn Bungert studies her lines. Behind the scenes • 25