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The Citizen, 1991-02-20, Page 22PAGE 22. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1991. Bly th Festival hosts student theatre festival Seven high schools will partici­ pate in the sixth annual Central Huron School Drama Festival held from February 22 to February 23 at Blyth Memorial Hall. The Blyth Festival hosts schools from Listowel, Palmerston. Cam­ bridge, Port Elgin, Clinton, St. Thomas and Exeter in what pro­ mises to be the largest in the drama festival’s history. Stephen Oliver of Central Huron Secondary School in Clinton is the co-ordinator behind this magnificent event. Rob Bundy will be adjudicating the proceed­ ings. All of the plays are by Canadian writers, some created by students and teachers. “Beginning February 22, the Village of Blyth will be alive with the energy of seven different high schools, all bent on the presenta­ tion of a Canadian play’’, says Peter Smith, Artistic Director of the Blyth Festival. “We help out by sponsoring professional workshops in various theatrical areas. This teen festival, housed at Blyth Memorial Hall allows local youths to strut the boards, and be with each other in a healthy environ­ ment.’’ Performing on the evening of Friday, February 22 beginning at 7:30 p.m. are: “Cuts’’ by Lyle Victor Albert performed by stu­ dents of Listowel District High School. “Cuts” is a hilarious comedy that deals with characters who have all been cut from a number of famous plays. They meet in a kind of theatrical limbo and discuss ways in which they can once more gain employment. Norwell District Secondary School, Palmerston presents The Scottish Play, an adaptation by students of Shakespeare’s “Mac­ beth". From Cambridge, Glenview Park Secondary School presents “Medea" by Larry Fineberg. Us­ ing a variety of puppets, this troupe explores a modern adaptation of County supports Stephen Huron County Councillors voted at their Feb. 7 meeting to express their concern to Lambton County over a proposal to annex 450 acres of Stephen Township to Grand Bend. The recommendation was in­ cluded in the border adjustment committee report in Lambton. The legislation governing the boundary Rebekahs hold Valentine euehre The annual Valentine Dessert Euchre sponsored by Morning Star Rebekah Lodge No. 315 Brussels took place on Feb. 11. After those present enjoyed a beautiful des­ sert, the euchre party took place. There were 12 tables in play. Prize winners were: high lady, Adah Smith; high man, Edna McLellan; low lady. Beryl Smith; low man. Bill Craig; lone hands, Mar- gurite Crawford; most 2’s, Martha Rebekahs meet The regular meeting of Morning Star Rebekah Lodge. Brussels was held on Feb. 12. Janet McCutcheon presided. Janet will be installed as Noble Grand at the next meeting. The charter was draped in loving memory of Winnifred Edgar who passed away on Feb 3. It was decided to have a hot casserole supper on March 18 at 6:30 p.m. at $5 per person. The regular euchre party will follow. the ancient Greek tragedy. The final performance is by Port Elgin’s Saugeen District Secondary School. “Boss Ubu" is by Richard Payne, a teacher and Brian Shein. It is a satire about the revolutionary dic­ tator, Boss Ubu. Performed in a circus format with stylized slap­ stick. it provides some pertinent contemporary commentary on the potential uses and abuses of power. Three schools will perform on Saturday, February 23 (7:30 p.m.). “The Collected Works of Billy The Kid" will be performed by Central Huron Secondary School from Clin­ ton. Adapted for the stage from Ondaatje’s award-winning book of poetry, this production provides numerous glimpses of an archety­ pal American hero/villain who believed he’d “be with the world until she dies". From St. Thomas, Arthur Voa- den Secondary School students present “Roman Fool” by teacher Jim Campbell. Two elderly gentle­ men meet in the park of a nursing home. There each man’s memories take very different turns; some expected, some surprising. The final presentation is by Exeter’s South Huron District High School students. “Waiting For the Par­ ade" by John Murrell is about five women who are waiting for their husbands and friends to return from war. We see them come closer together, helping each other deal with their loneliness and frustra­ tion. The production provides a unique perspective on the effects of war. Everyone is welcome to attend this entertaining festival of drama, featuring the outstanding talents of students from the region. All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. at Blyth Memorial Hall on Friday, Feb. 22 and Feb. 23. Tickets available at the door - Adults $8.00, Students $5.00 (includes GST). For more information call (519) 523- 9300. changes in Lambton allowed an­ nexation outside the county boun­ daries of a minor nature. Stephen township doesn’t think 450 acres is a minor adjustment. The county will also ask the Minister of Municipal Affairs not to act to accept the Lambton propo­ sals without mutual agreement with Stephen Township. Logan; door prize, Mary Davidson; lucky chair, Ross Cunningham. The next regular card party will be held at 8 p.m., Feb. 18 in the Lodge rooms. iih BLYTH (519)523-9300 FESTIVAL Winning smiles The ladies won the day at Blyth School’s public speaking contest on February 13. Back row, from left: Angie Hunking, third place, Senior; Abigail Ramirez, first place, Junior; Jodee Medd, first place, Senior. Middle row: Julie McNichol, second place, Senior; Cappy Onn, third place, Junior. Front is April Van Amersfoort, second place, Junior. SPEAKING IN PUBLIC by Kim Ferguson If you visited Blyth Public School on Wed., Feb. 13, one of the sayings you would have heard would have been “Honourable Judges, Teachers, Parents and Fellow Students.” Between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. grade 4 - 6 and 7 - 8 competed in Public Speaking. This annual event brought: from Grade 4, Jamie Black, Leanne Haggitt and Tammy Walker; Grade 5, April VanAmersfoort, Cappy Onn and Christina Black; Grade 6, Abigail Ramirez, Jennifer Brig­ ham, Jill Walden and Sandy Walsh; Grade 7, Julie McNichol, John Walden and Jill Jenkins and from Grade 8, Jodee Medd, April Bromley and Angela Hunking. Unfortunately everyone can’t win. The judges Clare Vincent, Al Donaldson and Carol Simons, had the most difficult task of all: picking the winners. However, they defeated this challenge and came up with these winners: Grade 4, Jamie Black; Grade 5, 6, first, Abigail Ramirez; second, April VanAmersfoort; third, Cappy Onn; Grade 7, 8, first, Jodee Medd; second, Julie McNichol; third, Angela Hunking. Everyone did a wonderful job and the speakers and judges all deserve a round of applause tor a job well done. On Thursday, Feb. 21, the winning speakers from Hullett will participate in a com­ petition with the winners from B.P.S. The top speakers from this competition will enter the regional Legion Competition in Clinton. GRADE 1 TRIP TO WAWANOSH CONSERVATION by Amanda Howson a Feo. 14, the grade ones took a trip to Wawanosh Conservation Centre. They were having fun watching and looking for birds and footprints of different animals. The class was learning a lot. They had found thaf there were 2,000 trees in a bush. When the hunt was over they all tried to make bunny tracks and played a looking and smelling game. When all the children got back they wrote a letter to their leader, Esther, saying how enjoyable their trip was. Jenny Ritchie and Tyler Wilson would like to go back again. BRUSSELS FIGURE SKATING CLUB Presents "SATURDAY MORNING LIVE" Sunday, March 3/91 at 2 p.m. at the B.M.&G. ARENA LOCAL GUEST SKATERS Advance tickets only Adults $5.00 Children $2.00 call Sue Wilson 887-6072 ONE HUNDRED OF EVERYTHING by Becky Morrison On Monday, February 11, grade 2 had an exciting day. It was the 100th day of school. They made 100 hearts and made things out of 100 cubes or popsicle sticks. They put 100 candles on the cake, jumped 100 times, snapped fingers 100 times, and played 100 games. They made a heart shaped wreath with 100 hand shapes. They walked 100 steps to see where they got to. They had a special guest. Her name was Mrs. Armstrong. She read them some stories. Jeanette Harris also joined them.