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Page Four GOLDSBORO HI NEWS June 8, 1945 Denise Named Best Leading Lady; Berkeley, Montague Tie In Survey Bruce Berkeley Co-winner of this year’s title of Best Leading Man, Bruce Berkeley was born in Louisburg, N. C. (that’s on the right hand side of the road between Raleigh and Durham) on the 22 of December, 1927. This is Bruce’s first year in dramatic art and he isn’t very clear as to wheth er he wants to continue in this pro fession or take up electrical eng ineering. Bruce’s first contact with the de partment of drama came when he worked as chief sound technician for Mrs. Moonlight in his Junior year. He made his first appearance before the footlights in the role of “Chang” in Lost Horizon, worked backstage as sound technician in the Milky Way, and had his first lead ing role in Smilin’ Through, the role that was responsible for his winning the title, “Dr. Owen Harding.” Ingrid Bergman, Humphrey Bo gart, and Peter Lorre (his imitation of Peter is very convincing, even to facial expressions) rate high on Bruce’s list of favorite Hollywood- ians. His favorite food is roast beef with mashed potatoes, (perhaps he’ll like Army food better than Federal lunches.) Bruce is a National Thespian, and was in the State Contest Play, Farmer Brown’s Pig, in which he played the leading role of “Clem Tate.” Bruce, we wish you success in all that you endeavor to do, we know you’ll go places. Pat* Denise Patricia Lorena Elizabeth Denise was named the Best Leading Lady of the year in dramatic art for her portrayal of “Anne Westley” in the Milky Way and “Kathleen Dungan non” in Smilin’ Through. In addi tion GHS students chose her as the best lady in the supporting roles. Pat, as she is more often called, was born in Quebec, Canada on March 17, 1927. She came to Golds boro High School at the beginning of this year, a stranger in dramatic art. She played a minor role as “Elizabeth” in the first production of the year, Lost Horizon. In The Milky Way she thrilled literally hundreds. Though unable to go to Chapel Hill for the dramatic con test, she modeled a costume which she made and wore in The Milky Way in the contest review present ed to the public before going to the festival. She reached the climax of her dramatic career when she played “Kathleen” in Smilin’ Through, an altogether different characterization from “Anne Westley.” When asked what she thought of dramatics she said, “I love it!” Steaks and French fried potatoes are the stuff, and Greer Garson and CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS! NEIL JOSEPH'S Dennis Morgan are her favorite stars (Reckon she’s been takin' ■lessons?) In the line of dramatics, Pat wishes to continue in radio work. Just the thing, Pat! Ira Montague Ira Montague, who tied for the title of this year’s Best Leading Man, was born in Goldsboro on August 20, 1927 (a statement of fact, contrary to the popular belief that he was born in Belfast). President, of the Goldmasquers this year, Ira has been taking dram atics for three years, his portrayal of “Conway” in Lost Horizon won the title for him. He is a National Thespian and a two-time State Dramatic Contest winner, last year playing the “Captain” in Marching Men and this year, the “Auctioneer” in Farmer Brown’s Pig. He was stu dent director for the Milky Way, worked on the scenery for Smilin’ Through, was sound technician (and had four lines) in the Skull, played “Dr. John Sully” in Double Door, “Harry Hawkins” in Twin Beds, and spoke the part of “char acter” in the allegory, Out of the Darkness. His favorite stars are Ingrid Berg man and James Cagney. When ask ed what food he liked especially well, he went into a daze and drawl ed, “sirloin steaks, French fries, chocolate cake with whipped cream, coffee and a ‘Lucky.’ Oh, and pea nuts.” When he finally snapped back to reality, he was drooling. Ira’s plans for the future include a stretch at the University of Bain- bridge (he’s keeping his fingers crossed that the Infantry won’t get him) and after that a career in radio announcing. Best wishes, Ira, stay right up there at the top, and, by the way, you’d make a terrific sergeant with that voice. Recreation Plans Mr. Clifton Britton, who is in charge of one phase of the recrea tion program for Goldsboro this summer, has announced that Treas ure Island, with a cast of smaller children chosen from the city, would be presented. Plans for adults and high school students include the presentation of a Minstrel show and The Lady Who Came to Stay from the stage of the Goldsboro High School auditoriurft. The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kip ling, which has been written in script form by F. W. Stanley, will be presented with a cast chosen from all the children in this city. The programs will be given in a series of twelve, fifteen-minute pro grams over WGBR. Smilin' Through Voted Best Play Of Year Pat Denise for Best Leading Lady and Bruce Berkeley and Ira Mon tague tying for Best Leading Man, were the results of the recent Dra matic Survey. For the Best Leading Lady Elizabeth Myatt came in sec ond and Harriette Thompson third; for Best Leading Man Pete McDow ell came in second and Billy Daly and Donald Malpass tied for third. “Smilin’ Through” was voted the best three-act play of the year, with “Lost Horizon” placing second and “The Milky'Way” third. “Farmer Brown’s Pig” was the best contest play vyith “Sky Fodder” running up thirteen votes behind. “Wheat Fire” was chosen the best student directed play with “This Night Shall Pass” second, and “On Ven geance Heights” third. The Best Female Supporting Role of the year came to Pat Denise and Harriette Thompson, with Sarah Sadler running a close third. The Best Male Supporting Role was won by Billy Ellis, and Bruce Berkeley and Robert Andrews taking second and third places respectively. “Smilin’ Through” won the stud ents votes as the best lighted play with “Lost Horizon” ranking sec ond, and “Sky Fodder” third. Again “Smilin’ Through” took first place in the best sound; “Lost Horizon” and “The Milky Way” were second and third runners-up. Voted the best costumed play of the year, “Lost Horizon” was followed by “Smilin’ Through” and “Farmer Brown’s Pig.” Elizabeth Myatt and Ira Mont ague were voted best leads in “Farmer Brown’s Pig,” with Har riette Thompson and Bruce Berke ley runners-up. Pete McDowell, vot ed the best supporting player, was followed by Robert Meacham. “Sky Fodder” took first place in sound, lights and scenery, and ran a close second to “Farmer Brown’s Pig” for makeup. “Farmer Brown’s Pig” won for costumes by a large majority. Borrowed Bits ★ Paw; Our son gets his intelligence from me. Maw: He probably does. I’ve still got mine. ★ Toughie; Who you shoving, bub? Erdite: Dunno, what’s your name? Pine Whispers Winston-Salem, N. C. HAPPY VACATION to Boys and Girls of GOLDSBORO HI /// GERALDINE'S W. Walnut Street GIRLS! GO TO EFIRD'S FOR YOUR SUMMER PLAYCLOTHES Senior Play Review By Jean Pyatt Acclaimed as “the best yet,” Smilin’ Through brought the Gold masquers 1944-45 dramatics season to a climax. Alan Langdon Martin’s great love story was presented in collaboration with the Senior Class on the nights of May 24-25. The cast of Seniors held their audience throughout the unfolding of the story. The death scene of Moonyeen Clare was greeted by a triple round of applause. The “steal of the show goes to Bruce Berkeley in the role of Dr. Owen Harding, a lovable, mild tem pered, old bachelor. Harriette Thompson as Moonyeen was well received, as well as was her beautiful voice. In the, role of Kathaleen Dungan non, Pat Denise, well known in Goldmasquers’ productions this year was well-picked for the role. Sarah Sadler, as Ellen, the Scot tish maid mastered an accent well and played her role convincingly. Robert Meacham, in the despic able role of Jeremiah Wayne, play ed the part of the rejected suitor in good form. Pete McDowell as John Carteret lived up to his reputation gained from Mrs. Moonlight. Billy Daly was cast in the appealing role of Kenneth Wayne. Wendell Edgerton held the audience in sympathy as the substantial Willie Ainley, pur suer of Kathleen. Ann Barbour as Sarah Wayne and Jerry McArthur as Mary Clare, gave creditable performances in their small roles. A large technical staff composed of Seniors and Goldmasquers is largely responsible for the success of the production. Particular com mendation goes to those responsible for the stage set. At both perform ances there was a spontaneous ap plause as the curtain opened on Act I. Orchids to Mr. Britton, our able director, to whom the Goldmas quers owe their organization and success. Dramatic Art Review As a summary of dramatic arts for this year, 1944-45, Mr. Clifton Britton, dir,ector of the Goldmas quers and Ira Montague, president of the Goldmasquers, present their review of the year as follows: Mr. Britton: “The aim of the dramatic depart ment has been twofold: First to present distinguished plays which are educational and entertaining, second, to produce plays so as to make money enough to enlarge the department’s equipment. Things which have been accomplished this year in play production are: (1) completed stage lighting, (2) com pleted a record collection, (3) fur- OPERA SHOPPE (Exclusive) COSMETICS and PERFUME (Our Specialty) EVERY WEEK-DAY EVENING The Goldsboro NEWS-ARGUS Gives you the news of Goldsboro, N. C. and the world. Read it and keep up-to- the-minute. You cannot afford to be un informed. nished a property room, (4) furnish ed scenery shop and (5) established top honors in the state. “The help which the Goldmas quers have given to the school is (1) purchased an electric stove, (2) helped with recreation room, (3) completed lobby furnishings.” Ira Montague: “This year, I, as president of the Goldmasquers, have seen many ac complishments in this organization. The cooperation has been splendid in all the play productions. “The Student Association has giv en faithful and undying support in every project that we have taken up. Going hand in hand, we have reached a goal which would be hard to excell. “Not only have we given educa tional and entertaining plays, but we have received high cultural value in personality development and char acter building. We helped the school in many ways—gladly. “We came back from Chapel Hill with a crown. We mustn’t stop here. Next year’s Goldmasquers have a much greater task ahead. They must live up to and excell the standards of this year’s group, “You future members—keep the Goldmasquers alive—and strong!” GOOD LUCK and BEST WISHES to the GRADUATES of '45 from EDWARD'S YOUNG MEN'S SHOP 200 W. Center St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. Congratulations to the Class of '45! (ONEKIN'S W. Walnut St. Permanent Machine Waves and also Cold Waves Priced: $3.50 to $25.00 ANNIE LAURIE BEAUTY SHOPPE WATCHES DIAMONDS - JEWELRY ROGER'S Goldsboro’s Friendly Jewelers 169 s. CENTER ST. Phone 1278
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