Northern High School - Panorama Yearbook (Dillsburg, PA)

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O SENIOR PLAY o 0 0 0 o 0 0 o o 0 o o 0 o 0 o The production of OUR HEARTS WERE YOUNG AND GAY will always remain deep in the hearts of those who aided in its performance. The play was suc- cessful both financially and educationally and the ex- periences enjoyed by the cast and crew will long be remembered. The three-act comedy, which was an autobiography by Cornelia Otis Skinner and Emily Kimbrough, told the delightful story of the adventures of two nineteen-year- old girls who took an ocean voyage to France during their vacation. Judy Topper and Lindo Leight portrayed the leading roles as Cornelia and Emily, the two girls. The dominating parents of Cornelia, Mr. and Mrs. Otis Skinner CBarry Sealover and Jean Edgari, were also making the trip. Fortunately, however, they were going on another boat. On board ship, the two girls made many friends. Dick Winters and Leo McEvoy, two Harvard medical stu- dents, were played by Barry Bollinger and Jan Wiley. Mary Lefever as Harriet St. John and Jane Davis as Winifred Blough were two English girls. The story begins to display a bit of humor when the girls become involved with some of the members of the ship's crew- the Steward CElwood Myersi, the Purser CCarl Leatheryl, the Stewardness CMary Kay Folleyl, the Admiral lLeon Bakerl, and the Inspector CRita Shorei. As the action progressed the girls finally arrived in Paris. Cornelia, who had just recovered from a case' of measles, wanted to take acting lessons from Monsieur de la Croix, who was portrayed by John Zerby. While staying in a hotel the girls met Madame Elise fNadine Dickl and Therese fKay O'Delll, a mother and daughter who ran the hotel. The window cleaner in the employment of the hotel was played by Leon Baker. At this point several hilarious episodes follow. The father became involved with bedbugs which were inhabiting Cornelia's bed, and Monsieur de la Croix, who was only interested in Otis Skinner, leaves in a rage. The story takes a happy ending, when the two boys arrive and Cornelia discovers she had acting talent after all. Of course we can never forget the individual who contributed the most to this success-our beloved coach, Mr. William Ketterman. Without his expert directing, his untiring devotion, and his masterful touch, the efforts of the cast would have been in vain, To him goes our deepest gratitude, respect and admiration.

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Evening in Paris, the theme for the prom, was cleverly woven into the beautiful decorations of the Allenberry's Crockett room. A sidewalk cafe and an art shop highlighted the decorations. Floral floats, twining ivy and colorful flowers, also aided in creating an exotic Parisian mood. The ceiling, elaborately draped with blue cloth studded with silver stars, produced an outdoor effect. Upon entering the ballroom through the French-type swinging doors one would first confront the cafe, at the extreme right. The pattern of the red bricks was broken were fastened to the sides wall surrounding the front The art shop to the glittering banner on the by a green door and shutter. Colorful balloons and a blue awning streamed from the top. The was covered with flowers and ivy. left consisted of colorful French paintings. A wall opposite the shop denoted the theme in sparkling letters. Directly beneath there was a pink flower cart containing bright peonies, pansies, and snowballs. An exquisite meal was served in the Bosler Room. Throughout the dance the musical strains of Will Fishers Orchestra filled the room with mystic melodies-a truly memorable evening. Left to Right: Kathryn Miller, Judy Topper, Mary Le- Brehm. FRONT ROW Ernest Rider Barry Sealover fever' Carol A,-nsbe,-gen Carole Bair, Marion Laird, Leon Baker Barry Bollinger, Jan Wiley John Zerby Linda Leight, Mary Kay Folley, Doris Cromer, Bonnie ll

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Dear Members of the Graduating Class: Your class, in my considered opinion, accomplished a monu- mental piece of amateur theatre in its production of OUR HEARTS WERE YOUNG AND GAY. Before I go further, let me clarify my own position. I did only what any thinking director must dog that is, I trained my cast on the fundamentals of stagecraft and taught them how to release their inhibitions and abilities, so that their characteriza- tions might emerge completely and believably. The basic talent had already been put there by a far greater hand than mine. I merely enhanced their native gifts. Therefore, to them must go the credit. It took uncommon courage to tangle with this production in the first place. With a cast of seventeen and a multitude of problems like costuming, scenery, sound, set appointments, etc., all of which usually never occur in the standard high-school drama, the play is a real challenge to persons in any echelon af theatre activity. For amateurs it is a tremendous undertaking. Certain individuals excelled, of course. However, the de- lightful part of this nostalgic recall is that I can report in all honesty that everyone came across in splendid style. Judy Top- per had the toughest role, and she played it magnificently. She was best. John Zerby's audacious buffoonery as M. de Ia Croix was a peak in amateur characterization. But let us never forget the solid contributions of all others concerned. Linda Leight was pert and perfect as Emily. Jan Wiley, a fine amateur actor, and Barry Bollinger, who played beautifully despite a bad throat, were excellent foils for the high jinks of the girls. Jean Edgar and Barry Sealover were just right in their heavy character roles. Kay O'Dell was a confection and Elwood Myers, a farm boy with- out previous experience or inclination in things theatrical, saved the day with intelligent ad-libbing. He came across nobly. Bless him! High praise must go to Leon Baker, who played two roles and played them well. Carl Leathery and Mary Kay Folley did very well by small roles. Mary Lefever and Jane Davis mastered the English dialect in no time flat. Nadine Dick, Kay O'DeIl, Rita Share, Leon Baker, and John Zerby did the same with the French. The class owes undying gratitude to Robert Paxson and his helpers, and to all others who contributed both time and talent. In the last rehearsing, however, it was the talented, thoughtful, and courageous class of '56 who merit the bows. I tip my derby to the finest group of young people with whom I have ever worked. Please know that I shall follow your pursuits with un- diminishing interest through the years. My heart is younger and gayer for having worked with you in this very worthy project. Very truly yours, WILLIAM KETTERMAN We go to Harvard. We're Medical students. l mean - mademoiselle - zat you have no talent! l must request all passengers to remain in their cabins during the emergency. . . . chain me with ROARING BEARS! Such a lovely, lovely summer - and it's all over. Be of good cheer. Stout fella, nowI ll May l see your passports? Bedbugs aweigh, my lads-bedbugs aweigh! 'I3