Kickapoo High School - Legend Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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fy f was V, 4 5: 'ff 1'.1z,', -1' wg? -4 -6iiL1K? ,,.. f,a. The 1981-82 Turkey Candidates gather together for tea and crumpets to plot their next mischievous act of buffoonery, and all-around foolishness. Senior Robby Daniels will not have to tell about the one that got away as he reels in the big catch of the day just like Roland Martin. Turkeys I 2

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Time to Talk Turkey ln late November, when the scent of cranberry sauce and giblet gravy was in the air, one could sense that it was time for thankful giving, and, more importantly, it was the time that the Turkey King was crowned. Each year two candidates were elected from their respected classes, and from those eight fine-feathered friends, a Turkey King was elected by a group of his peers, namely the student body. Candidates were seniors Brad Rozell and Robby Daniels, Juniors Evan Crowder and Derrick Winston, sophomores Paul Teel and Shane Kammerdiener, and freshmen Chuck Donica and Steve Mabry. For the second consecutive year, Paul Teel was crowned King of the Turkeys. lt must be destiny that caused it. l was born to be King, says Teel. But it wasn't that easy for all the Turkey candidates as senior Brad Rozell explains, lt's not just something that comes to you over- 24fTurkeys night. You have to work hard to achieve such a great honor as this. Whenever the thrill of victory was present, the agony of defeat couldn't be far behind, and the Turkey con- test was no different. l'm sure los- ing will leave me with some emo- tional scars, but l'll just have to train a little harder and get a little rowdier, remarks sophomore Shane Kammerdiener. The loss has really warped me mentally, l was so embarrassed. l may never be able to face my friends and close relatives again. I think l'll be forced to join a strange religious cult, commented Winston. The voting process was changed from the previous year. Last year pennies were counted as positive votes and silver coins and dollar bills were given negative votes, this year all that counted was the total amount of money that each turkey candidate received. Sophomore Paul Teel may never get someone to Charleston with him, but that did not stop him from winning his second Turkey title in a row. Sophomore turkey candidate, Shane Kammerdiener, models his rendition of the latest in men 's fine dress apparel during the Turkey Assembly.

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26 1 Musical Musical Trumps Success Music Man, written by Meredith Wilson, soared to new heights of entertainment appeal, capturing the largest number of ticket sales, 3008, and profit of any musical performed in the school's history. Demands were so great that a command performance was added to accomodate the record crowds. Net profit for the musical climbed to a peak figure of 52,528.25 Mrs. Jan Johnson, director, at- tributes the musical's success to several factors. Music Man in- troduced audience appeal whereby, the audience had a good time and provided a much needed type of escape. lt was excellent theatre and included an enormous amount of talent in one vehicle. The musical in- voked community pride. Plus, there was positive reinforcement from the administration and a working team consisting of Mr. Pratt, Mrs. Bilyeu, and myself to complete the organization of such a fanfare production. Behind the scenes one might have gained a slightly different perspec- tive as explained by Kevin Bareford Riverside 's ma yor, Kevin Bareford, demonstrates how stage make-up transforms a teenage face into a middle-aged character. The infamous Music Man quartet ffrom left to rightj Bill Jones, Terry Yarham, Greg Fortson, and Kyle Day lseated at the pianol practice lyrics. who portrayed the mayor of River- side, lA. There's a lot of practical jokes played on the cast by the crew that audiences never see. For ex- ample, sandbags are placed in suit- cases, derrogatory notes placed on the props and floor, etc. A crisis hit one night as the lights began burning and panic struck if someone did not make an entrance. Despite what takes place behind the curtain the critics and pleasure viewers catch the polished displays of talent. Mr. Howard Orms, head of acting and directing at SMSU, paid the following compliment, Music Man was an example of what high school musical theatre could and should be. Music Man was presented as a tribute to Mr. Pratt and the Golden Arrow Band but also to each member of Kickapoo for years to come. When the final lights were dimmed, the last lines murmured and weeks of preparation tucked back in each performer's mind, one thought remained in the hearts of all involved - the sweet taste of success. iff 'wr'