Rubidoux High School - Eyry Yearbook (Riverside, CA)

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During the last few minutes before the curtain goes up, Velicia Flynt puts the finishing touches on Randy Collins ' stage make-up. BI H H L m r k B f Br Expressing it himself to help his students un- derstand, Doug Buckhout, the Troupers ' Advisor, demonstrates the correct mood for the scene. Acting in a play, clothed in paint-spattered cos- tumes, is Velicia Flynt, Jodi Hathaway, and Randi Collins. Several plays were scheduled throughout the year. Troupers. Front row: Joie Gamero, Annisa Stark, Velicia Flynt, Tracy Kocher, Diana Cris- well Row 2: Debbie Lmdgren, Angelique Wil- liams, April Francis, Jodi Hathaway, Zera Dun- ford, Sana Mahoney, Randy Collins. Back row: Mary Ann Pierce, Eric Quinn, Karl Freeman, Da- vid Morns, Faith Hurst, Lon Monninger. Troupers 63

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A Time E o . ) 0) E O) CO 3 s b 33 O .O r- i P C ? oV -£ £ •£= 3 C O o O -. O) vDO. (DfiCco -J r- . : 3-0£3C U £| P-C0 - Ow x. OON+:00) A spotlight switched on to illuminate a girl dressed in white, with spots of paint deco- rating her costume. It then moved on to recognize the other members of the crew. The Empire Builders, the first play of the year for the Troupers, was a big success. Students in- volved with The Empire Builders included all Trouper members as well as some other students who were interested in acting. Everyone had the opportunity to be involved with the drama club and it ' s productions. But, as many students discovered, acting was difficult. It took the ability to make others believe that you are a different person. Troupers members often said, A good actor becomes his part. In other words, the actor becomes the character he is playing in the play. That causes the actor to become close to the character and react in the same way he or she would. Only a few people have this unigue talent and those are the people who entertain us everyday. Acting takes a lot of hard work, and dedication, stated actress Velicia Flynt. The lights blinked on once again as the applause thundered. After taking a low bow, the cast exited. Back stage, when the lights dimmed once again, they all realized, We ' re actors. It really made me feel good, and proud, to be a Trouper! stated Jodi Hathaway, fi Jodi Hathaway applies her make-up before a play- She was also pari ot the i ' restive Writers club. 1§8 - ' Mjs? Ar V i y L

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,S fud y Culture Their c O) c O O O) o o o 1 •=? c o u 3.C £•££ 3 u X ' +- co T -Q t 4- 9 £ § « P o o 5j -t X O co O O The concession stand, though not busy, was earning money. It kept the students involved in the Mexicanos Estudiantes Chicano de Aztlan pro- gram, working towards their goal. Concession stands were one of many ways MECHA raised money. Other ways included a booth for club week, and car washes almost every month. The purpose of MECHA is to unite all Latin American students with their cultures, explained Martha Wells, president. I wanted to help all Latin American students get involved, which they really wanted to do, and I ' m glad. The club has really grown this year, it has almost doubled in size which shows how much the students of our school really do care, she contin- ued. Black Student Union was also involved with the students ' cultures. BSU raised money to assist stu- dents wishing to be involved with black cultural events. Among the events planned for BSU mem- bers this year were performances during Black His- tory month, candy sales and even a fashion show. It helped the students learn about themselves as Tra- cy Edwards concluded Being in BSU for the past four years has taught me a lot. Especially about the studies and cultures of black people. It has also helped me to learn about myself. So if you were a student who wanted to be a part of a club, and you felt the need to learn about your culture, these clubs were designed for you.. -9 Going over financial records is Lupita Guiza. MECHA helped to raise lunds lor the Mexican rebel etiort. i