Thomas Dale High School - Reflector Yearbook (Chester, VA)

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22 Under Brian Thomas’ skillful direction, the Liesel and Rolfe dancers execute their steps with perfect precision. Taking care of Liesel is Rolfe’s main concern now that he is seventeen. Reminiscing about their childhoods, Tom Harvey and Marie Williamson unite to share the years ahead together. As the curtains were being opened, silence and anticipation grew over the audience as the nuns paraded out and began to sing majestically in the opening scene. One could feel the atmosphere and mood of the captivated audience as the night became alive with “The Sound of Music.” From the first scene, the music and song seemed to speak to the audience as it drew them deeper into the story. The band and orchestra, directed by Mr. Northen, helped to create this mood along with the sets and costumes provided by the Art department and Mrs. Wiegert respectively. The production directed by Mrs. Shaeffer and Miss SOUND OF MUSIC 0 ee ke A ee ce caer nD ee ii in a ea i rials 2!

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But few really knew what preparation had taken place. With months of preparation, plans being rewritten and revised, graduation began to take shape. The principal, assistant principals, and a teacher set up two hundred ninety chairs on the football field graduation day. A sixteen foot reusable platform was built by the Industrial Arts department. A special banner was also made to commemorate the occasion along with flowers provided by the Garden Club. For the first time in two decades, the entire faculty would wear caps and gowns. “The Senior Class of 1980 would go out in style.” With speeches given by Mr. Crump and Mr. Sublett along with graduates Andy Glen, Robert Partin, Alan Russell, and Caleen Norrod, graduation neared the end, for all a long awaited day. In a proud moment, Robbie Partin reflects on the Class of ’80’s past years and the upcoming future. While waiting for the ceremony to begin, Mr. Sublett attempts to silence a frsisissit- disturbance in the crowd. Preparing for commencement activities, teachers reminisce about their high school days. WO) CHESTERFIELD COUNTY LIBRA SY VIRGINIA RAR GRADUATION 21 oa ore 8

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Dale Comes Alive! Carter reflected the time and energy that was put forth. From the opening moments, it caught your eye and only let you go at the finale, with its humor, heartache, success, and triumphs. The show presented many talented people. Marie Williamson and Tom Harvey had the leading roles. With their appeal, fine presence and excellent voices; they held the audience’s attention. But talent did not stop there. Excellent performances by Lisa Armstrong, Mickey Webb, Tim Daniels, and those who portrayed the children added to the success. After giving performances on May 8, 9, and 10 in addition to a command performance, one knew that the show had appealed to many. The Music, Art, and Drama departments had made Thomas Dale come alive with “The Sound of Music.” Mixed reactions emerge as the Von Trapps announce that they must perform at the festival. Within the Abbey walls, Mother Superior (Wanda Vincent) and her attendant (Darlene Dolan) contemplate Maria’s marriage. Merrily singing Do-Re-Mi Sam Perdue leads Kay Driggers and Anne Marshall in a parade around the stage. SOUND OF MUSIC