Tuscola High School - Tuscolian Yearbook (Tuscola, IL)

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Curly flirts with Gertie — Katrina Ross Ado Annie -to Aunt Eller Jud laments his loneliness in his song “Lonely Room” Heidi Huber — speaks Ali shows Jud his new postcards. The spring production of Oklahoma had a number of firsts involved in it. It was the first musical at Tuscola High School for over five years; it was the first drama production for many of the cast, including the leads; it was the first play directed by Mr. McGlynn. Rehearsals started early, but still the cast felt the pressures of time. Mary Hance, who played Laurey, pointed out that the many activities the members of the cast were involved in made it difficult to plan practices. However, the time was used well, and soon the cast members, which consisted mainly of sophomores, were confident actors. The two seniors on the cast. Bob Davis, who played Mr. Carnes, and Glenn Hoetker, who played Jud Fry, were able to help this process due to their experience, but soon the talent of the cast plus the skilled directing of Mr. McGlynn carried the show in rehearsal. Despite the hours of work every member of the cast felt that the show was worthwhile. Robert Bennett, who played Curly McClain, said, “Each time we worked together we learned something, then showtime was here, and we got to apply all that we had learned. It was a lot of work, but a lot of fun.” Mr. McGlynn also voiced that sentiment. “At first I didn’t recognize the enormous amount of work that this project was going to involve. But once we got started, the kids were great. I’m sure I learned at least as much as they did, and they made it very easy for me to learn.” It was obvious that the public also considered the play a lot of fun, as all three nights’ performances were sold out. The general livelihood of the occasion was added to by the presence of the chorus, plus several others, in two production numbers and a number of other scenes. All who saw Oklahoma will be happy to know that they can look forward to more excellent performances from the many members of the cast who will be returning next year. 17

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OKLAHOMA! Laurey and Curly sing “Oklahoma” at their wedding Will — Scott Hines — gives Ado an “Oklahoma Hello Aunt Eller Darla Pickett — gives advice T A f Mr. Carnes confronts Ali Hakim Mike Melanson Cast and Chorus onstage with director McGlynn

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SPRING ART SHOWS FEATURE STUDENT TALENT Shawn Rideout proudly displays his cedar chest. Mike Melanson's pencil drawing shows his talent. Once again students at TCHS were able to show off their artistic talents during the art show and the industrial arts show in May. The art students displayed their works in conjunction with the spring choral program. Ceramics, jewelry, drawings and paintings were on display. The I.A. students had their woodworking projects on display during the last week of school. These various works were excellent examples of the artistic ability, the expert craftmanship and the hard work of TCHS students. Kelly Williams' dining table was exhibited in the I.A. show. Ron Davis’ waterbed was featured in the I.A. show. 18 An athletic shoe becomes a work of art.