Trafalgar School - Echoes Yearbook (Montreal, Quebec Canada)

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' ' MY FAIR LADY EARLY THIS YEAR, the Sixth Form undertook the task of putting on a production of My Fair Lady . The idea was presented in English class one day, since we were going to study Pygmalion on which My Fair Lady is based. Dr. Foster and Miss Stansfield gave the project their approval; it was met by mixed reactions from the girls, some complaining that they already had too much to do. Finally, however, we gathered together a group of enthusiastic girls, and began the task of creating something presentable. After the auditions, we formed a strong cast. Eliza was played by Alice Home, whose clear voice and marvellous accent were perfect for the part. Sue Laverty took the part of Higgins, and she played it to perfection, very coolly, and never losing character. Val Hornibrook did a really good job as Colonel Pickering, Eliza ' s ally and friend. Alfred Doolittle could not possibly have been portrayed better than it was by Arlene Cloutier, the real ham of the production. Carolyn Angus created quite a sensation as Mrs. Higgins, and added something to what could have been a very ordinary role. Janice Tanton was very strong as Freddy, and Lynne Clark turned out to be an ideal Mrs. Pearce. The production was definitely not without its humorous aspects. For example, I don ' t think anyone will ever forget poor Eliza singing I Could Have Danced All Night th rough a curtain opened about two feet! Nor will we soon forget Doolittle, along with Claire Marshall and Cathy Cooke, singing With a Little Bit of Luck , and the accompanying dance. Many thanks and congratulations must be given to everyone in the chorus, who worked so hard. Also, I don ' t know what we would have done without the girls backstage, and those who worked on scenery, notably Anne Tomlinson and Lesley Mason. Of course, none of it could have gone on without Diana Tucker, who was a great boon at the piano. I just want to say how much I enjoyed directing and producing it. Despite all the disagreements and nightmares, I think everyone in it deserves to be congratulated. Joan Clarkin, Arts VI, Ross House Joan df ' H(rrv( ' s great credil for ihis very successful production. It should be nolf l llial everylliing was done; by ihe girls iheniselves, with no li( lp from ihc. Slaff, exc ' pt for Honie assistance in casling by Miss Stansfield and Mrs, Tiniar. (Editor) 24 I

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AWARDS 1962 THE TRAFALGAR CUP awarded to the most public-spirited of the senior girls, who at the same time has maintained a high standard of conduct and has shown devotion to work, was awarded to Barbara Aylett. THE FORSYTH CUP awarded to the senior girl who has made the most of her opportunities, showing herself friendly and helpful to all, was awarded to Mireille Coulourides. THE CUMMING PRIZE was awarded for a high standard of work and conduct to Annette Eddison. THE FAIRLEY PRIZE was awarded for contributions to the life of the school, especially in music, to Carole Irvine. Inter-House Awards THE SHIELD presented to the House which attains the greatest number of points during the year was won by Gumming House. THE WALKER CUP presented to the winner of the Inter-House Competition was won by Ross and Fairley. THE SPELLING CUP was won by Fairley. THE LUCILE ROBERT CUP, awarded to the girl below Form VI who contributes the greatest number of points to her House during the year, was won by Claire Marshall of Fairley House. Academic Prizes Awarded to the Sixth Form Annette Eddison — General Proficiency, French, Latin Mireille Coulourides — French, Spanish Josiane Pinto — French Frangoise Bieler — Spanish Linda Barakett — Spanish Elizabeth Lewis — Spanish The Bryan Prize Presented by TOGA for creative writing to Beverley Swift. Prizes for literary contributions to Echoes 1962 Best prose contribution — Anne Tomlinson Best poetry contribution — Clare Cavanagh CHARITABLE DONATIONS The Red Feather $ 85.00 UNICEF 120.00 The Salvation Army 25.00 The Junior Red Cross 200.00 The Montreal Children ' s Hospital 140.00 [23]

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PHOTO CONTEST First prize: Linda Aboud, Arts VI, Barclay House Second prize: Maria Lubecki, Form T u. ' i Gumming House K ART CONTESTS A competition was held for a special cover for the magazine in honour of Trafalgar ' s 75th Anniversary. From a large entry, the cover on this year ' s issue of Echoes was chosen. It is by: Pat Hill, Form Vb, Barclay House. Honourable mention went to: Heather Forbes, Form Va, Fairley House Debby Dunkerley, Upper II, Ross House Heather Marshall, Form IVb, Fairley House A magazine illustration competition was also held : 1st Janet Johnston, Form IIIb, Donald House 2nd Nancy Hughes, Form IIIb, Fairley House 3rd Victoria Knox, Form Va, Fairley House [25]