Lake Central High School - Quiver Yearbook (St. John, IN)

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‘Dark’ crew incredible “Wait Until Dark” is a suspense th¬ riller that was performed by the LC Theatre Guild in the latter months of 1986. Like all plays, “Wait Until Dark” had its big acting parts. Chris Gustas, Brian Smosna and Pete Bal- ciunas were just a few of the outstand¬ ing performers that participated in the play. But behind the actual perfor¬ mance of the play, and rarely noticed, was the crew. The crew was perhaps the most important part of the play. The crew for “Wait Until Dark” did a multitude of essential tasks including lighting, sound, props, set design and make-up. The crew, although unseen, vas the backbone of the play. “ ‘Wait Until Dark’ taught me to be more responsible and aware of the peo¬ ple around me,” said crew member Rhonda Strelic. Paul and Angie Lowe, the directors, commented,” These kids are incredi¬ ble! Their attention to detail, the seri¬ ousness of their approach, and the in¬ tensity of their performance makes us very proud!” by Mark Mefford Lisa Crenshaw (12) plays the part of Gloria, a Mike Talman, played by Pete Balciunas (12). spoiled brat that steals Susie ' s doll. enters the scene. Play

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Pete Balciunas plays the keyboard during a per¬ formance while Chris Casebolt reads the morning announcements. Members of the morning movers practice their musical skit before a performance. A variety of instruments were used during the skits. Chris Casebolt, Scott Turner, and Pete Balciunas Pete Balciunas acts out his part in a morning gather around the microphone to alternate read movers skit. Acting and singing experience ing the announcements. helped to perform better.

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Harry Roat, played by Chris Casebolt (12), tries to trick Susie, played by Chris Gustas, into believ- Mike attempts to steal a cocaine-filled doll from a ing her husband is involved In a crime. blind, but witty, Susie. The St. John Chamber of Commerce donates $500 to the LCTG.