North Carolina State University - Agromeck Yearbook (Raleigh, NC)

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Bongo C, spreading wisdom to other Reggae Fest attendees. Stevens Enjoying the sounds of Majestic Lion, Kenya Allen braids the hair of her friend. Black 23 ' ReaHae Fest ,

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Rf By: lyare Omoruyi Fest ' 98 September is normally a time of transition, people get their minds ready to accept the departure of summer and the coming of fall. For most, it is a time of mourn- ing and for a smaller few, fall is welcomed. September, generally, is not known to be a colourful or even a exciting month for most. However, it is at NCSU. For the past few years, The African American Cultural Center has hosted the Reggae Fest and the community has responded. I, myself, have attended for the last three years and have always had a good time. There is something especially wonderful about the reggae fest. Maybe it is because all the bands are from North Carolina or it could be that I have met so many people. Maybe it is the strong sense of community that emanates on that day. Or it could be the sweet songs about Jah, Rastafari and the prophetic words of the rasta: Warning the people of Babylon and Rome. There are many reasons for the success of the Reggae Fest, but the one I think most impor- tant is the people. The vision of Dr. lyailu Moses, the staff of the African-American Cultural Center and the volunteers are vital every year. The bands and sound system operators are also a commodi- Stevens ty, in that they promote the positive vibes and a quality sound that all appreciate. The vendors provide a plethora of unique rasta items like hand carved chalices, Jamaican food, tams in all in arrays of colours. If someday you are driving down Dan Allen Drive and you get a whiff of the sweet scent of incense and curry, find a place to park. Join the multitude of people who champion Haile Selassie I, chanting to Jah, Rastafari! Be one of many in a sea of Red, Gold, and Green. Student Lit..

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U ' fvi4 44 ' Cw By: Amy Cox iheaipe In my five years at NCSU, I found the most respectable people in Thompson Theatre. My experience began when an upperclassman latched hold of me during my first week of classes and got me involved. Needless to say, I never left. Thompson Theatre is a family of supportive, talented students and faculty that share a devo- tion to life on stage. The dramatic department at NCSU may be small in comparison to other depart- ments, but the heart and soul that is involved behind the walls cannot be matched. That very heart and soul is what has created such a fantastic program. This year was a year of transition in Thompson Theatre and Stewart Theatre. Now the programs have come together to form the University U Theatre. This transition occurred because of the high demand of seat- ing in Thompson Theatre and to pro- vide a larger area for the students and faculty to use for experience. The University Theatre is under the direction of John Mclllwee with Associate Directors Terri Janney and Fred Gorleck. The Center Stage performing arts program is under the direction of Sharon Moore. Stewart and Thompson are both used to accommodate on campus groups such as the music department, dance progr am and the library. This year the University Theatre produced four man stage production Bus Stop, Ms. Evers ' Boys, The Hieress and The Front Page. Bus Stop was the first dramatic student production in Stewart Theatre. A member of the Bus Stop cast, Ben Tedder, spoke kindly of his experience in University Theatre. I have met some great people in the University Theatre. The staff is passionate about their work. My friends and i work hard on shows and we have lots of fun doing them. University Theatre has given me a chance to explore acting in a hard working, comfortable environment. The staff is pas- sionate adoutitieir work. Ben Tedder, regarding tfie staff at University Tlieatre 9? Britt student Life 24