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rWTTRSDAY. OCT. 7, 1971 THE LANCE PAGE THREE First Night Of MAME Hit, Team,work Key To Success — ■ book by jerome lawrence and robert e. lee music and lyrics by jerry Herman based on the novel by patrick dennis and the play by lawrence and lee by FRANCES J. KITCHIN Art, music and theatre join ed forces on the St. Andrews stage last ni^t and met a gal named Mame. For the respon sive audience, it was love at first sight! presented by the talented Highland Players, and deftly di rected by Arthur McDonald, the famous musical gave the first night audience a fascinating and entertaining experience that co vered many locales, from the days of the flapper to the days of the Jitterbug. The performers had fun, and no one seemed to enjoy herself more than Linda Logan who played the title role. Miss Lo gan was an actress playing a singer, in true modem musical tradition, and her stage pre sence was her strraigest talent. She never faltered from her characterization, and was be- lieveable from the opening cur tain to the final close. Her subtle delivery of lines, plus a demanding number of them, would have exhausted most ac- tresses, but she breezed through them with professional skill. Kirk McDonald, who played Mame’s nephew at ten, and Steve Wilson who played the same role when the boy reach ed twenty, were well cast. Kirk showed remarkable talent for one so young, and his perform ing abUity, plus a poised na turalness, well matched his old er courterpart. Orchids go to Beege Barkett for a memorable performance as Vera Charles, “Mame’s “bosom buddy.” Her expert timing and consistent Interpre tation of a difficult role were powerful additions to the pro duction’s pace. Teamwork was obvious from the first downbeat to the final note. The small but effective orchestra, under Thomas Som- ervilie’s expert leadership, grew better with each number. Susan Rodda and Ron Wilker- son, who choreographed the mu sical, took their lead from the score with a relaxed and flow ing pattern of movements that made the audience forget that the stage area was small. Since teamwork seemed to be the key to the overall produc tion, cast members did a superb job of maintaining a kind of synoptic unity. Audiences who see “Mame” will long remem ber such thespians as Nancy Watkins, Don Fisher, and Da vid Dolge. Each added to the excellence of the show. Dennis Sharpe, Jim Smith, David Mc Lean and Jon Graham joined Kari Anderson, Kaye Baucom, Valarie Hastings and Jill Ho ward in akaleidascope of color ful characters. Vickie Koser, Bob Thames, Pat Kerr and Sydney Hump- hress added their talents smd enthusiasm to “Mame’s” com pany of happy people with all ttie eagerness of real troupers. Dawn Taylor, Mac Damron and Nancy Young gave skillful dramatic support to the cast, and Danny Mizell, Jim Pope, Fran Sims, and young Timothy Decker proved that any role in a show can be important. From a technical viewpoint, “Mame’s” backstage crew dis played the same teamwork that was shown on stage. Under Bob Narramore’s creative direc tion, some difficult scenes were skillfully devised. Dave Grif fith, Dianna Legett, Merri Ale- xander, Phil Scales, Wylie Smith, Summer Brock, Craw ford Fitch, and Peter Hawkins rate a round of applause for a job well done behind the scenes. Audiences are in for a treat when they see the sets and cos tumes; a remarkable display of complementary artistry that a- gain makes the acting area seem larger, and the professionalism stronger. Lynda Narramore brought color and excitment to “Mame” and her designs gave added emphasis to the actors’ characterizations, and the moods ofthe various scenes. If you’ve been wishing to spend an evening that’s truly entertaining, you’ll find “Mame” a date you’ll never forget. Dr. Greene Will Visit SA Campus Mr. Bob Urie of the Student Personnel Services Office an nounced this week the scheduled visit to S. A, of Dr. Arthur Greene of theSpecial Services Branch, Division of Student As-, sistance, in Washington, D, C. Arriving Monday, Octo^r 11, Dr. Greene will stay for two days during which he will meet, with students and Mr. Urie, When asked to comment on Dr. Green’s visit, Mr. Urie stated, “He is coming to look at our program of services to handicapped students. The office is one that typically funds programs like Project Crea tivity. We want him to see what we are doing in both areas; handicaps and Project Creati vity.” Dr. Green's visit to St. An drews wiU be part of a tour of North Carolina to evaluate special service projects In col leges throughout the state. He will be visiting Elizabeth City State College, St. Andrews, Pembroke, South Eastern Com munity College in Whiteville, and Kittrell College near Ra leigh. BOB’S JEWEL SHOP TRADITIONAL 1rs A L. . WEDDING RINGS ALL YOUR JEWELRY NEEDS JUST A FEW MINUTES AWAY College Plaza DUKE CONCERTS Oct. 16fh—Traffic and Fairport Convention 3.00, 3.50, 4JH) Oct. 30th—Mandrill and Leon Russell 3.00.3 JO, 4.00 Nov. 20th—Ten Years After 3.00, 3.50, m • • • Mail orders accepted Immediately but not processed until 2 weeks before concerts. Send a self-addressed envelope with chec or money order to Duke University Union, Box KM Duke University Station, Dur ham, North Carolina, 27706. A scene from “The Fox” to be shown by the College Union Board CUB Movie: “The Fox The College Union Board will be sponsoring the film “The Fox” this week-end which will be shown in Avinger Auditorium on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night at 8 p.m. Based on a novella by D.H. Lawrence, “The Fox” starring Sandy Dennis, Anne Haywood, and Ksir Dullea is a film concern ing two women who have retreated to the isolation of a run down chicken farm. There they are forced to face the realities of life by a fox which preys on their chickens, and by a young seaman who profoundly influences their lifestyle, Knight Wheelies Defeated 30-12 St. Andrew’s wheelie basket ball team was defeated by a team from the Charlotte Reha bilitation C enter herethree weeks ago. Just five members strong, St. Andrews’ team of Mary Fort, Steve Lind, Jimmy Miller, Nate Wall, and Sid White was coached from the sidelines by Eddie Smith. Out manuvered, the Knight wheelies were de feated 30-12. Coach Gerald Griffin, head of St. Andrew’s adaptive phy sical education program, ar ranged the match. THE HONEY CONE DRIVE-IN Feel like having a spicy meal? Try our Spaghetti Dinner for 99c. Or if you like good ol’ American food try our Southern Fried Chicken Dinner (never greasy)—just 89c. We may not have home cooking but that’s only be cause we don’t live here. I n I Herb-Scented Soap Books by Kahlil Gibran^ Books by Rod McKuen c London Lanterns \ Bottle Drip Candles ^ Smile Stationery and g Labels r
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