Manchester High School - Memoir Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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ST, ry, Claudia Turner, Kate, bares her teeth to ward off her determined opponent. Is Carlton Reisa supposed to look like this, or is he just tired of wearing a mini-skirt? CHARGE! LANCER LIFE 23

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TAMING OF THE SHREW Immediately following Spring Break, Manchester plunged into its Shakespearean festival. Amidst ac- tivities planned by the English de- partment was the annual spring play. This year, in honor of the school’s celebration, director Ray Goss chose to produce Taming of the Shrew. Members of the Trip- tych Players performing the classic included lead roles by Claudia Turn- Merry members of the cast prepare for the on- stage feast. With a little eyebrow action, Aaron Dotson tries a few lines on his captive audience. 22 LANCER LIFE er, Aaron Dotson, Carlton Reisa, and Peter Smith with a host of other fine actors and actresses. The play was featured at the end of the week on April 6, 7, and 8; and it was staged in front of a packed house each night. In many local newspa- per write-ups, performances were lauded for their authenticity, fine re- presentation of talent, and some- times all too realistic scenes. Heated If looks could kill, Claudia and Aaron would both be dead. As Steve demonstrates, even guys get the privi- lege of putting on make up for the stage. action between leads Claudia Turn- er and Aaron Dotson left audiences wondering if the theater was such a safe place to work after all, especial- ly after Aaron suffered a broken el- bow. Despite this and other minor set-backs, the entire cast helped to make the play and, moreover, the Shakespearean festival a huge suc- cess.

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FOR ONE SHINING MOMENT An exciting change from the sweltering DGSC, the 1989 Junior Senior Prom was held downtown at the Rich- mond Center. The Junior class spent much time, money, and effort in giving the Seniors a memorable occasion. Not only was the Center well decorated, but the band was also above par. The Press shocked couples as they played such controversial songs as ’’Add It Up” by the Violent Femmes. Later in the evening, many outstanding upperclassmen were recognized during Prom Figure for their achieve- ments. They formed the traditional ’“M’ and 89” in representation of the graduating class. The true highlight of the evening, however, was the selection of the new King and Queen. Honors went to Scott Rudd and Stacy Adkisson. Mr. Jones presented Stacy with a dozen roses just prior to placing the crown upon her date’s head. This is one shining moment the couple will treasure forever and that must have remained in their hearts and minds long after leading the rest of the couples in a dance. Couples dance to the sounds of The Press. Mr. Jones introduces the 1989 Prom King, Scott Rudd. Damsels in distress smile for the camera as they anxiously await the return o their dates. 24 LANCER LIFE