Tulane University - Jambalaya Yearbook (New Orleans, LA)

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Arts Series Elisa Monte Dance Company The Elisa Monte Dance Company first toured Great Britain under the auspices of the London Dance Umbrella. Since then, the company has been presented at major festi- vals throughout the United Stat es. During its five years of existence, the com- pany had performed in more than 15 states within the United States and over 13 coun- tries in the world. Their appearance as part of the Fine Arts Series, demonstrated TUCP ' s firm commitment to obtaining qual- ity performers for the Tulane com- munity. Since 1981, Elisa Monte has been the company ' s artistic director and coreographer. The most notable reflection of her success is the company ' s First Prize for Best Com- pany at the International Festival, Forum de la Danse de Paris.

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TUCP Fin€ QUINTESSENCE Alley Theater r James Jeter portrays Marcus Hubbard; Rosemary Prinz, his wife Lavinia; and Brandon Smith, his son Ben. They depict the destructive power of evil and its ability to corrode family relationships. Another Part of the Forest is the depiction of the greedy Hubbard family, twenty years before The Little Foxes, Lillian Hellman ' s best known play, the story centers around Rcgina Hubbard ' s attempts to manipulate her father and brothers in order to attain the wealth she desires. Hellman, a native New Orleanian, is recog- nized as one of the pivotal forces in 20th century American theater. She is celebrated by this production, which originated at the renowned Alley Theater in Houston. Great Artists, a Canadian-based enter- tainment agency, sponsored Quintessence during its North American tour which includ- ed their appearance in the TUCP Fine Arts Series. Quintessence, formerly known as Col- lage, consists of a string quartet with guitar and combines versatile musical talents with engaging wit and humour on stage. Anthony Flint and Julian Knight brought their classical violin and viola-playing skills together with a bend for the hilarious; Lenny Solomon contributed a musical style that ranged from jazz and country to classical. Jose Shapero moved easily from a jazz walk- 4.- ing bass on his cello to a classical and roman- tic repertoire. Bill Bridges provided Quintes- sence with much of its most popular material and demonstrated remarkable virtuosity on banjo, acoustic and electric guitar. Quintessence has appeared on Global and CBC television networks and plans a first release on Duke Street Records be- ; V7 fore its next tour. t The musicians in Quintessence demonstrate that mas- tery of their respective instruments is essential for their humorous renditions of country, jazz, rock and roll, and classical music. 1 v

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Marketing Chocolate Chip Cookies Was Just The Beginning 1 ■ P j ' R w r- MpgMrfLr ' i ' JI B R r- fmi -e ( f H k 1 A Wally Amos dons his glasses in order to read a quote which illustrates his philosophy on life. His outlook — have a happy and prosperous life. A. Burks The lighter side of Famous Amos. After a serious talk about Life Stuff Wally Amos plays his kazoo. Wally Amos inspired many as he conveyed his philosophy and approach to life stuff. Although some said it was quite an idealistic view, his message was such that should any- body choose to follow it as a guide for their own life, it would be attainable. Amos focused on keeping control of your own life; you ' re ultimately responsible for the outcome and should not be swayed by any turmoil around you; to make sure you are happy in what you do. It reminds one of W.E. Henley ' s poems, Invictus, which ends with these climactic words: I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul. — Marcey Dolgoff X As part of the TUCP Lyceum program, on October 28, Wally Famous Amos, fam- ous because of the widespread success of his chocolate chip cookies, spoke at McAlister Auditorium. Beginning his working career as a movie promoting agent, Amos soon discov- ered in his friends an excitingly receptive market for his very personalized home-made cookies. In the spirit of a true entrepreneur, he be- gan marketing his Famous Amos cookies, first throughout the South and then nation- wide. His astounding success reflects not only the extent of America ' s sweet tooth but also the ability of people with Amos ' inspiration and a little bit of knowledge to create for themselves a successful life — as well as a good deal of wealth. Those attending Amos ' speech were treated to both free cookies and many interesting insights into the develop- ment of a successful and more im- V portantly, a happy life. V — Douglass Benning