Mount Vernon Seminary - Cupola Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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THE PROM The day of the Prom, February 25, was rung i n with corsages, letters, and ' phone calls. Four o ' clock brought scores of men to the gates of Mount Ver- non. Girls whose dates were a little late watched eagerly from the upper win- dows, while the prompt and ready were already getting acquainted in the procession filing toward Field House. The informal dance of the afternoon was topped by a buffet supper, and a more carefree, better acquainted group swung toward the School, eagerness and hurried intent written on their faces. Barely having time to dress, we were almost ready when our dates returned for the evening party. The gay decorations of the dining room led us into a gala circus atmosphere of painted clowns and brightly colored balloons. Dancers were soon whirling to the seductive strains of the band, while the corridors were lively with strolling couples. Twelve-thirty came too quickly, and before we realized it, our winter Prom was over. Everything Advantageous to Life 27

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BASKETBALL The basketball season this year was a great suc- cess. The Yellow and White game went off with a bang, both teams fighting hard and well; but the gods seemed to favor the Yellow team. Once the ball was in the hands of those skilled players it went from the center directly to the bas- ket. Later in the season, after many long practices under the rapid coaching of Miss Jean and Miss Urner, both teams had good games with Holton Arms, Georgetown Visita- tion Convent, and Cathe- dral School. Our girls were especially lucky to have a large, airy gymnasium for a practice floor. This kept them used to covering space. When they met a small gym- nasium, the fear of getting out of breath did not add a grey hair. The value of the hours spent in perfecting signals was realized, also. Perhaps even the smokers agreed that less puffing and more sleeping did count in the long run. Yellow Teom Scores The most unique game of the season was the very last. Yes, students versus Faculty. A ripping, though weirdly ill-assorted group of thoroughly undignified teachers chal- lenged the students to innumerable contests, ending with a fleety basketball game in which the hardest problem for the student players was to prevent their gamey oppo- nents from hiding the incriminating ball. 26

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SPRING PLAY Although Little Theater sponsored the production of The Admirable Crich- ton 7 tryouts were open to all school talent, plenty of which was available for the rather large cast. As production got under way it was decided that the cast worked better at night and that the most serious rehearsing should go on after dinner hour. It was hard work for everyone concerned but it was in- teresting, especially when the cast feasted after a strenuous night ' s work. The last dress rehearsal was given for the servants on March 10, and the cast sent to bed for a long rest. The final performance on March 1 1 called out the entire school. The shipwrecking of the Loam family, their butler and their friends, on a desert island, caused no end of complications. Love making led to a compli- cated situation and class customs were thrown to the winds before the family again reached England and civilization. As the curtain rang down the last scene, the cast presented to Miss Mack a large basket of flowers, in appre- ciation of her good guidance and unfailing patience. At the reception in Great Hall, immediately following the play, girls with major roles were in- vited to stand in the receiving line. The Little Theater has presented several other plays this year. The mem- bers have studied all phases of dramatic production. They have learned to make their own sets, arrange their own lighting, apply make-up, and design many of their special cos- tumes. They have been given an opportunity to direct. This is one of the most popular and most flourishing of all school activities. Outcasts startled by signs of life on their private island. The tea party which started the trouble. 28