Warren Central High School - Wigwam Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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Dinner enhances ye olden days The Boar ' s Head with the traditional apple in its mouth was possibly the only participant in the 15th annual Elizabethan Christmas Dinner held on December 5 that did not enjoy the evening ' s festivities, sponsored by the Warren Central Madrigals. Every year it’s the same thing, but it never gets boring,” said senior Laura Guyer about the Madrigal Christmas Dinner held the first week in Demcember. Dressed in attire of 18th century England, the select group of singers entertained their guests with medleys of English ballads. Other vocal groups from the music department also added to the program. Preceding the program was a feast of traditional foods such as barley soup, roast beef au jus and plum pud- ding. The dinner began with a proces- sion of the Madrigals into the cafe- teria where the king and queen and their lords and ladies seated them- selves at the high table. The Wassail cup was raised and a toast to the new year was offered. The Boar’s Head was brought in on a platter and the Yule Log was burned, as was the custom in English manor houses at the Christmas season. Besides parents and friends, several local churches brought groups to enjoy the medieval atmosphere and enter- tainment. Warren’s Madrigal Dinner has gained a wide recognition and is an event anticipated by many eastsiders. Serious joker. Senior Mary Morgan as the court jester explains the customs and traditions of the Elizabethan Christmas to the guests. British rule. Reigning over the event are roy- alty, King Rick Shinkle and Queen Kris Foster. Living Tudor Madrigals

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Sophomores find jail fun “ Breaking the ice” and learning to feel at ease in a new building can be difficult for sophomores. To help them feel at home, Warren planned a special time with many activities. For the first time, on August 29 from 7 to 9:30 p.m., the sophomores got lock- ed in. The lock-in gave the class of ’81 a unique opportunity to meet and make new friends and rap with the old ones. Casual dress and a variety of activities really set the mood. A disco dance, with senior Rick Eberle’s own band providing musical accompaniment, headed the list of activities. For the sophomores who didn’t care to dance, other activities kept them busy. Access to the pool and raquetball courts was made available, and the gymnasiums were opened for rousing games of volleyball and basketball. Two of the most popular activities of the evening were good old-fashioned conversation and a drink from the re- freshment stand. Some of the more enthusiastic soph- omores summed up the evening in their own words. Sophomore Susan O’Leary said, “It was okay because of the different things you could do.” Sophomore Monica Shisler added, “It was a good chance to meet people early and make new friends.” Combining both these thoughts, soph- omore Jeff Marvel said, “The evening was entertaining and a great way to meet other sophomores!” Pool lifeguard for the night, junior Bob Couch wishfully added, “I wish they would have one for juniors.” Until that evening in August most 10th graders probably still felt more at home at Wood view, Creston or Stony - brook. Lock-in was Warren’s house warming for sophomores. Rapping. This group of sophomores including Scott Fentz, Jenny Gogerty, Tara Conwell, and Jerry Branham find the foyer an excellent place for conversation. Thirst-quencher. Taking time out for refreshment, sophomore Debra Duncan and Susan Buses enjoy a drink at the jailing. Living -| rj Sophomore Lock In L

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Key figure. Directing the Madrigals is Mr. Phil Dunn, who is also responsible for continuing the annual tradition at Warren, one of the few schools in the area to sponsor such an endeavor. Lovely ladws. Joining with the Madrigals, mem- bers of the Trebletones add to the evening’s entertainment. Blue bloods. The high table with its lords and ladies can be seen through the assemblage of parents and friends who are enjoying the traditional dinner. Living -| q Tudor Madrigals L