Valparaiso High School - Valenian Yearbook (Valparaiso, IN)

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Dances Call Strike cn Cabin Fever Heidi Hunsberger and Tom McFadden take a closer look at the massive teddy bear con- structed by members of the Student Council for the Christmas Dance. Surprised to be chosen raffle king and queen of the Christmas dance, seniors Matt Lux and Barb Raber accept their gifts from the student council 18 — Christmas King Of Hearts

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“Alright, now everyone concen- trate! Remember that opening night, November 17, is only a week away.” “Gretyl and Captain — that was very good that time. Try to remem- ber what you just did when you’re up there Friday night.” “Nuns — yo u must learn your parts and don’t talk when you’re on stage.” If you had attended one of the nightly rehearsals, you would have realized how much work, concentra- tion, and talent went into the pro- duction of the “Sound of Music.” Helping each other through times of depression, fatigue, and times of just not feeling well, the cast became very close. When asked why she chose the “Sound of Music,” direc- tor Alice Noble replied, “I liked the show, it didn’t require a large chorus and it’s a good crowd-drawer.” Besides chickenpox, flu, and ex- haustion, the only other major prob- lem involved with the musical was casting the major parts. Through four days of try-outs, five days of call- backs, and 125 people who audi- tioned, 47 students provided the right combination for the parts. Since the “Sound of Music” was such a large production, a sum in the area of $3,000 was spent on sets and costumes. Set design took patience and dedication since the sets were more detailed, intricate and realistic for this fall’s musical. Costumes also posed a problem, since each of Captain Von Trapp’s children had about four costumes, however, most of the costumes were made by parents and the costume committee. Max (Mark Johansen) listens patiently as Elsa plots to get the captain to propose. The Mother Abbess (Anna Meece) and the sisters (Merribeth Hall, Joy Christiansen, and JoBeth Madsen) discuss the problem they call Maria. The mischieveious Maria (Katie Nagel) steals away from the abby to enjoy the peace of Alps. Musical — 17

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“Cabin Fever” swept the Midwest this winter and teenagers were no exception. They needed a reason to dress-up and get out of the house. In early December the Student Coun- cil provided students the opportunity to spend “An Evening in Santa’s Workshop.” Christmas lights, gauze and artifical fog gave the illusion of a light winter snow. Raggedy Ann and Andy lined the walls adding to the fantasy atmosphere while the music of “Midwest Transit” entertained the 110 couples that attended the dance. Two months and eight feet of snow later the girls had the chance to take the guy of their choice to the annual V-Teen’s King of Hearts Dance. Striking police may have kept the “Mardi Gras” from New Orleans but hard working V-Teen members made sure that VHS students could celebrate in spite of the Midwestern winter. The service club brought a bit of spring to the south balcony with its “Come to the Mardi Gras” theme. Brightly colored confetti and streamers greeted the incoming cou- ples. The dance floor resembled a blossoming garden. Guests had the option of lounging on wrought iron patio furniture or dancing to the mu- sic of “Aris.” The festivities quieted when V-Teen President Debbie Mar- asco crowned King Gary Krueger and Prince Tim Balko. Court mem- bers Dave Lebryk, Steve Carichoff and Brad Blastick were escorted to the throne by club officers. While waiting lor the King Of Hearts dancing to resume, graduate Brian Hittenger, Shellie Eaton, Stephanie Verde and Scott Morrisson take a break. Santa Claus (Mr. Sid Reggie) and his ell (Mr. Skip Bird) don their seasonal costumes once more lor their traditional appearance at the Christmas dance. Prior to the dance, Kristine Hall, daughter of V-Teens sponsor Mrs. Elizabeth Hall, gives dance bids to King of Hearts Gary Krueger and his date, graduate Robin Rumford. Alter the coronation, seniors Steve Carichoff, Dave Lebryk, King Gary Krueger, Prince Tim Balko, and Brad Blastick hold court at the royal throne. Christmas King Of Hearts — 19