Richmond High School - Pierian Yearbook (Richmond, IN)

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Six sell-out performances paid an outstanding tribute to the cast and crew of “The Music Man,” the 1971 musical, a joint effort of the Concert Choir, RHS Singers, and Orchestra. Under the direction of Mr. Ray Imperial, who also directed the RHS production of “Oklahoma,” Mr. David Davenport, and Mr. Ralph Burkhardt, over 100 students participated in the Meredith Willson production. “Music Man” included such familiar tunes as “76 Trombones,” “Gary, Indiana,” and “Till There Was You.” Production numbers featured the Music Man Dancers and were choreographed by Mr. Mike Hengstler. Well-polished orchestration and bright, authentic-looking costumes added the final touches to the crowd-pleasing productions. Music Man 15

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Cast frolics in Music Man ’ extravaganza LEFT: Hivkcring school hoard members clash at Hiuer City town meeting FAR LEFT: An irresistible suggestion from Jeff Hamilton as Harold Hill requires serious thought for Vicki Bartlemay as Marion Paroo. CENTER: Ironically Hill reforms stuffy board members into harmonizing Buffalo Bills, Tom Waif el. Rich Sowers. Rick Stork, and Bob Beuer. CENTER LEFT: Totally invoiced. River City folk await their band unaware of Hill's scheme. CENTER BOTTOM: With matchmaking in mind. Susan Spear as Mrs. Paroo. praises Hill's actions. BOTTOM LEFT: Impatiently Mark Watson as Marcellus Washburn waits for his conniving partner. BOTTOM RIGHT: Fast talking con man Harold Hill is caught in a trap, when his emotions advise him not to destroy !he ton n's trust.

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Students enjoy few all-school assemblies