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Mayfest Artists
SHELAGH GAFFIKIN
Shelagh Gaffikin, our own visiting artist, has made a large
contribution to the success of Mayfest. She is not only coordinating the
personal appearances of the craftspersons and visiting artists, but is also
choreographing the Broadway Musical Revue and the Maypole Dance.
She is accomplished in ballet, mime, character, jazz, modern, tap, and
Slimnastics. She has a long list of teaching experiences as well as
performances. Her time her at WCC will be up in just a short time but
the impression she has made on this area will remain indefinitely.
JERRY BANGLE
Jerry Bangle brings quality music to Wilkes Community College once
more. He conducts the Symphony “Pops” concert and the Jazz
Ensemble Cabaret dance. Jerry received his B.A. degree in cello and
composition from East Carolina University. He received his M.A.
degree and was a graduate teaching fellow at Appalachian State
University. In addition to conducting, Jerry has worked with national
artists and popular groups and plays in the Chamber Music Ensemble.
These are but a few examples of his talent, but perhaps his most
valuable gift is his versatality and style.
BUD MAYES
Bud Mayes is a very important
part in the success of Mayfest. He
is the director of the Broadway
Musical Revue and an integral
part of all the productions of the
weekend. Bud began the theatre
program over twelve years ago
and has directed over forty
productions. These among other
things demonstrate his hard
working philosophy. “Getting the
show on the road” is hard
enough, but making it enjoyable
for everyone in touch with it is
quite an achievement.
MICHAEL QUIGLEY
Michael Quigley is the Visiting
Artist at Davidson County
Community College. Michael, a
pantomimist and creative drama
tist, has held residencies through
state arts commissions in Florida
and South Carolina. He trained at
DON EPHRAIM
We are fortunate to have the
assistance of Don Ephraim, a
renowned painter and sculptor.
His art, inspired by the wooded
surroundings in which he lives,
shows the good, simple life
around him. He is currently
Director of the Wilkes Art Guild.
MARTA ZORINA
Marta Zorina is the Visiting Artist at Surry Community College. She
was the soloist with the State Theatre Eger and Budapest’s
Philharmonic Orchestra, studied and performed abroad, and is
recognized as an outstanding professional dancer, actress, teacher, and
choreographer. Notable is her interpretation of Lady McBeth, an
intense dramatic piece on Bartok’s music. Mademoiselle Zorina will
perform Friday evening and conduct a ballet workshop, free of charge,
in the student lounge at 3:00 P.M. Saturday.
RENEE VINCENT
Ms. Vincent is the Visiting Artist at Catawba Valley Technical
College. She received her M.F.A. in Acting from Southern Methodist
University. Renee’s background includes experience in films, theatre,
and television.
Ms. Vincent will present a dramatic characterization on Friday
evening and will be available at the Visiting Artist Booth to talk with
those interested in a career in acting or dance.
MS. CHERYL R. EARP
Ms. Cheryl R. Earp is the visiting artist at Haywood Technical
Institute. Her talent has been shown in all areas of theatre including
acting, directing, and technical production. In addition to her practical
experience, she is interested in theatre history, especially late 19th
century British individuals.
Yale University of Drama, the
University of Tampa Internation
al Mime Institute and the Festival
of Magic Mt. Mime School.
Mr. Quigley will give presenta
tions on stage Friday evening and
again on Saturday at 2:00 P.M.
He will also be available at the
Visiting Artist Booth during off
stage hours.
PATRICK CAUBLE
Mr. Cauble is the Visiting Artist
at Isothermal Community Col
lege. He is a singer who
accompanies himself on the lute
or guitar. His songs range from
Renaissance to Modern.
Mr. Cauble was a member of
the faculty of the North Carolina
School of the Arts before become
a visiting artist. He will give a
presentation on stage Friday
evening and will be available at
the Visiting Artist Booth to talk to
people about his art form.
BILL YOUNG
Bill Young is a well-known
personality in this area with
exceptional talent. He is an
executive with the Northwestern
Financial Corporation and an
impressing Nashville sound. He
has been playing the guitar since
the age of ten and is a personal
friend and colleague of Chet
Atkins. Performing with him will
be David Johnson on drums,
Marshall Craven on electric bass
guitar, and Billy Ray Johnson on
12-string guitar.
K. SUSANNE YOWELL
K. Susanne Yowell is an expert
in Textile Craftwork. Her art
includes both functional pieces
(clothing) and visually expressive
work. Through her craft she
portrays events as well as
interpreting existing objects. “I
try to give spirit to experience and
form to the events of the mind.”
Ms. Yowell is currently at the
Penland School of Crafts in
Penland, North Carolina.