Miami Norland High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Miami, FL)

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Thespz'an members work diligently behind the scenes on stage lights while presenting a successful stage production. Mike McLeod and Cliff Wheelock check the tape recorderx that produce sound egecls for the Viking Variety Show. 92 Thespians Explore The Realm of Fantasy As evidenced by their unrelenting efforts in the areas of service and entertainment, the Thespians are a work- ing club. Sponsored by Mrs. Elizabeth Fetzner, Thespian Troup 1513 has shown a spectrum of versatility ranging throughout its many vital roles in school activities. Operating under Clifton Fadimanhs maxim that iiact- ing helps you learn yourself? the Thespians took key parts in the leading plays given by the Drama Depart- ment. They were responsible for the production of all entertainments and school-sponsored programs. This included lighting, curtains, sound effects, and clean-up. The honored members who accumulated a prescribed number of points directed the plays. As a service project, the club decorated the school patio with irridescent light and greatly enhanced the scenic beauty of the patio and school. Thespians participated this year in the Dade County Drama Festival and attended the District Drama Con- ference, sponsored by the University of Miami, where they presented a scene from Heaven Can Wait. Of particular interest were the skits written and pro- duced by Thespian members for the pep assemblies, water show, and Viking Varieties. Throughout the year the Thespians have promoted interest and enjoyment While participating in many outside activities. iiAnother opening another show, sigh Pat Schwartz; Barbara Fin- ney, and Gail Rapchz'k as they clean the stage after performing.

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A Thespianiy work is never done? laments this hardworking technical crew while constructing sets for a future play. i i. - This is where you exit? instructs Gary Sazer as he exhibits a miniature set to fellow participants during play rehearsals. an Painting and designing stage props is no easy chore, but these enthusi. Alynn R058 and Karen Smith 76681318 Diane Crosby's astic Thespian members enjoy tackling such interesting but tedious tasks. approval of their costumes for Ramshackle Inn. 93