CH ER Re PR AGS ER Ga RU SERIES VE EN al 7 LF TERR Se BE (HERES 46s ST Sv SE AE Er Rn RH Nobody Loves A Dragon, this weekend The cast just loves th Members of the cast from "Nobody Loves A Dragon' pose for a photo during rehearsals last week. The play, directed by Chris Rollo should appeal to all ages and will be presented Nov. 27, 28 and 29 at Town Hall,-4873. The cast In this action scene are Halie Vogel, Steve Foote, Corinne White and Jenifer Fletcher. (see story for more about the = 2 : : members are Terry Hodgins, Michelle Morton, Vern Vogel, Jason Dawson, Halie Vogel and Steve Foote. Up top are Kim Rollo, Corinne White, Jennifer Fletcher, Jazin Reid and Zakean- na Reid. young actors performing in this play at Town Hall 1873. PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, November 24, 1987 -- 33 ACTORS IN DRAGON AN ODD MIXTURE From a nine year old newcomer, through to a twenty-six year old award winner, to an "Over 45" veteran of Children's Theatre, the actors of Nobody Loves A Dragon are an odd bunch. They speak of growing close, of learning from both their directors and each other. Terry Hodgins has appeared in several plays for young people, and his performance here as a befuddl- ed old knight demonstrates his abilities. Like Vern Vogel, who plays the King, Terry likes to see the younger actors develop and grow. Vern Vogel however did some grow- ing on his own here. Without a cou- ple of plays under his belt, he has grown into a fine character actor, Another Vogel, fourteen year old Hailie is perfectly evil as a wicked sorceress. This marks Hailie's first major role, and she shares the spotlight with Fellow Villain Steve Foote. No stranger to theatre, Steve has acted in over twenty plays, in Oshawa, Toronto, Bowmanville, Ux- bridge and Port Perry. His singing ability here surprised no one more than himself. Together, Foote and Miss Vogel create a director's dream, sheer chemistry together at The "crystal ball" scene with Terry Hodgins sleeping right through it. From left are Steve Foote, Vern Vogel, Halie Vogel and Corinne White. / is particular dragon all times. They are evil, yet often hilarious. Nine year old Corrine White is making her debut on the stage as the Prince who befriends the poetry spouting Dragon, played by Jennifer Fletcher. Both young ladies are big on talent, with strong voices, and natural abilities. Perhaps the most difficult role went to Zakeanna Reid who por- trays Imagination. With little script, Reid worked with director Chris Rollo's ideas, and John Foote's choreography to create a mysterious, stylistic dance. Also making their debuts are Jason Dawson and Michelle Morton as soldiers, Jazzine Reid as a jester, and Kim Rollo as the page. These young people learned that a role is important, no matter how small. to. The group displayed admiration for their directors Chris Rollo and John Foote, and special enthusiasm for musical director Deb Thompson. Good hard work and genuine closeness should make "Dragon" the success it deserves. Performances Friday at 7:30, Saturday after the parade, again Saturday night, 7:30 and Sunday afternoon at 2:00. THE CHRISTMAS GREETING BOOK 1s now in our office and available for you to choose your special greeting. Deadline for Christmas Greeting requests will be Tuesday, December 8th, 1987 at 5:00 PM The Special Christmas Edition will be published Tuesday, December 23rd, 1987. PORT PERRY STAR 235 Queen St. - Port Perry - 985-7383 5 > ra