Westminster College - Argo Yearbook (New Wilmington, PA)

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Gimme A Break! good one? How many times have you heard that phrase after each break from school? Too many times, right? Although we all hate answering the question, we all are guilty of asking it. Why do we do it? May- be to measure how good our own break actually was, or to get new ideas of what to do or where to go next year. If you need an option for next year, Florida is always a good choice. The hot, sandy beaches of this southern haven are a unique place to spend break. It ' s always easy to spot the Florida bound. Six weeks before break, the beach crew becomes calorie conscious as Saga salads and Diet Coke are downed in the vain hopes of battling the bulge before break. The most enjoyable part of a Florida break has to be the trip there. What better way to spend 20 hours than couped up in a car with 6 other people? If the fun-n-sun scene isn ' t for you, road trips to other schools in faraway lands (Ohio U.. Penn State, and Miami U.) ar another viable option. It ' s interesting to discover colleges that actually have real live bars in town, 24 hour visitation, and no quiet hours. Christmas is typically the break to get back in touch with friends, relatives, and dear old mom and dad. Once the family duties are done, many W.C. students hit the slopes for a little winter fun. Although for some people, it ' s hard to comprehend the individuals who actually consider fly- ing down a mountain at 60 mph on two flimsy pieces of fiberglass at 20 degrees below, fun. Whatever way you spend your break, you are bound to be asked that beloved question. So, even if you didn ' t enjoy your break, be prepared to tell everyone about it and, be creative in your reply. Make up a wild story with lots of juicy details. Chances are, no one will ever know you spent a week watching cartoons while turning your brains to mush. i| 24 Breaks

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Cultural Life The cultural life on Westminster College campus was certainly not lacking during the 1985-1986 year. The College sponsored events in the world of dance, the- atre, music, and other areas of entertainment. There was definitely something for everyone. The Celebrity Series consisted of five regular events plus two bonus shows for season ticket patrons. The program is dedicated to bringing culture to the campus and the community as well. This goal was certainly fulfilled. Gypsy was the opening event for this year ' s Celebrity Series in October. This two-act musical is based on the famous stripper Gypsie Rose Lee and her rise to star- dom. The company of actors, though able, did not quite meet the expectations of the audience. Their handling of such well-known songs as Everything ' s Coming Up Roses and Let Me Entertain You and the dialogue itself, did not meet the standards to which Celebrity Series ' audiences are accustomed. Next, season ticket patrons were treated to the Pitts- burgh Dance Alloy, a modern dance repertory compa- ny. The troup of six dancers seeks to convey expression through its avant-garde style. It took the audience a while to get used to the Alloy ' s unique style — some people never did. Yet, with numbers such as Sulla Apiaggia and Blanca , the Alloy stimulated much thought in peoples ' minds. To say that ticket buyers were satisfied with the per- formance of John Cullum in Cyrano de Bergerac would be an understatement. Cullum, a two-time Tony award winner, became Cyrano. All of the wit and romance of Edmund Rostand ' s hero, with his unrequited love for Roxanne, came alive on the stage due to Callum. The play, in two acts, provided a night of magic and epito- mized the best in theatre. It is no surprise that is was the most well received event of the season. PITTSBURGH I Tues., Nov. 5, 985 Cwano de Bergerac 26 Cultural Minimagazine