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Show .THE WEST MOUNTAIN TIMES, NOVEMBER 26, 1981, PAGE THREE Entertainment "Flowers for Algernon" blossoms at Kearns By BETH NOYCE Tunes Correspondent KEARNS Kearns High Schools rendition of Flowers for Algernon left a marked impression on the minds of its audience last week, one that will not soon be erased. James Suceses performance as Charlie Gordon was masterful as he changed from a mentally retarded man to a virtual genius in a matter of weeks, by virtue of a new operation. Then, suddenly, he began to retrogress at the same rate hed ind progressed, losing his telligence with frightening momentum. new-foun- The difficult transitions between the many characterizations of Charlie Gor- don were smooth and believable. Charlie became a real human being because of his sincere portrayal of emotion through facial expression, action and speech. His anguish as he lost his knowledge and ability to learn was real, too. Charlie was easy to love. Charlie expressed his frustration to Burt Scldon, a lab assistant (Steve Newell) by saying, Weve never been on the same level. I passed you on the way up and now I've passed you on the way down; and I dont think Ill be taking this elevator again. Newell was a convincing lab assistant. He played an important part in helping the audience get to know Charlie. Dr. Strauss (Louis Holder) who performed Charlies operation, based on a theory developed by Professor Ncmur (Rick Reid), was a steady character. He was complemented by Reid, who was just dynamic enough to make believable the power struggle that went on between the two temporarily. Andrea Buist, who was cast as Alice Kinnian, Charlies was perhaps too consistent in her role. Her cautious, serious way of d, approaching every situation was very appropriate in most circumstances during the play, but a variation in attitude in proportion to Charlie's progression and then retrogression would have added interest to her. Her good timing helped the play move along at a comfortable pace for the audience and, it seemed, for the actors Most of the time, the story kept the interest of the audience easily, with proper doses of tension and humor. There were some points, though, where some of the cast couldn't be heard, and there were a couple of late entrances. The scenery was simple, composed of few tables, chairs, and other props on a as well. the raised orchestra pit and front of the The attention-starve- d teen-ag- e with the Charlie, played by Chris Mickey, added stage, allowing intimacy was beautifully The audience. makeup an effectively eerie touch as he followed and was hardly noticeable, unlike the mastermind Charlie around, waiting done, many high school productions. to repossess his body. Mickey even Costuming was also very appropriate looked like Charlie Gordon probably believable. and would have when he was 17. Utah mas choral work, was written bv ot George Frederick Handel in just 23 fourth annual sing-iMessiah Salt days, in the late summer ot 1"41. Ii was returns Lake's to Handels lirst pertormed in April, 1742 in Symphony Hall Sunday at 8 p.m. Dublin, Ireland, where it was enThe public is invited to join the received. I he work has chorale for this performance under the thusiastically since become a musical hallinaik of the direction of Dr. Newell B. Weight, Christmas season. Bv pertorming the chorale music director. Participants Messiah just after Ihanksgivmg this should bring the G. Schirmer edition of the Utah Chorale brings the best year, the Messiah. of the Christmas season to Utah Soloists for the performance include audiences. bass, Clayne Robison; tenor, Louis The sing-iis a opporWelcher; contralto, Rebecca Jarman; tunity for Utahns to make their voices and soprano, Patricia O'Neill. The heard in the magnificent Symphony Utah Chamber Orchestra will accomHall. The sing-iis tree lor both parpany the performance. ticipants and all others who wish to The Messiah, the renowned Christ SALT Chorale's stage by Pat Davis and the original music was composed by Dean Mur- dock. Local actors play all the parts in this production, from the starring roles of Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Gary Hughes, to the chorus. Other cast members include Ethel Baker Callis as the Spirit of Christmas Past, Tom Stam as Christmas Present, Reid Sorensen as Bob Cratchit, Julie Sieverts as Mrs. Cratchit, Ron Johnson as Fezziwig, Mark Francis as the young Scrooge, Debbie Adair as Belle and Brook Horman as Tiny Tim. Linda Dupont-Johnso- assisted by Evan Allred, music director, Tammy Naylor as choreographer and Maury Newman as orchestra conducStage settings were designed by Cliff Davis, under lighting by Keith Polette. Costume design and sewing are handled by Rita Baranova and Lucille Hobbs. This years production features some innovations in visual effects and orchestration. It was adapted for the CITY The n Henderson returns to Symphony Hall tor. become a holiday tradition at the Playhouse. LAKE n directs, n intended to make its Algernon audiences think, really think, and teel with a deep compassion that is rare nowadays, it achieved its goal. Symphony presents Messiah Promised Valley sings Dickens "Carol' SALT LAKE CITY- -A Christmas Carol, the season favorite by Charles Dickens, will open at the Promised Valley Playhouse Nov. 27, playing nightly (except Sundays and Mondays) through Dec. 19. This classic has Three cast members, Korric Hess. Kim Mires, and Laurel Searlc, did very well portraying multiple characters throughout the show without detracting from any of their characters. It was the kind of play that leaves a pensive heaviness in the auditorium when it ends. It provokes thought and brings emotion to the surface. Few high school play casts can boast that they truly accomplished their purpose, but if the cast ot "Flowers lor SALT LAKE CITY Associate Conductor Robert Henderson will return to the podium to conduct subscription concerts Nov. 27 and 28 at 8 p.m. in Symphony Hall. Henderson and the orchestra will open the concert with excerpts from Die Gotterdammerung." A Wagners complete ballet by Stravisnsky, The Fairys Kiss," will be the major work of the concert. Die Gotterdammerung (Twilight of the Gods) is a tale of the Promised Valley personnel suggest that those who want tickets purchase them soon, as many people were turned away last year toward the end of the play's run. Tickets may be purchased at the box office at 132 South State Street, Salt Lake City, between 1 1 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. d First Security wamts to help you save and play Santa love of Siegfried and Brunnhilde. Composed between 1869 and 1874, it contains many popular and powerful Wagnerian themes. The I airy's Kiss is Stravinsky's based on music by Tchaikovsky. This year the musical world celebrates the birth of the modern composing giant, Igor Stravinsky, a century ago on June 17, 1882. The programming of this listenable and significant work is a part of that celebration. This concert will matk Henderson's first appearance in a Utah Symphony subscription concert this season. Henderson is dividing his time this year between Utah and Arkansas, where he is spending his first season as music director of the Arkansas Symphony in Little Rock. Tickets for this subscription concert are on sale now at the Symphony Hall box office. Facilities for handicapped persons are available. Contact the Utah Symphony head usher for information or assistance. Holiday on Seven with fine imported china at special low prices. for holiday entertain-J- L ing gift giving. And First Security checking and saving service can help you with both. 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