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Show 1 UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. November 25, 1987, Page Senior Citizen News A good crowd attended Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Olsen's wedding dance Tuesday night. Delicious cake and ice cream were served by the couple. We promised you last week we would have the rest of the story" on the 50 Wedding Anniversary of Ralph and Edith Sharpies. The There are many Sharles say, things in life that give you pleasure, hut what our wonderful family did for them after 50 years was our The family gave biggest thrill. their beloved parents and grandparents a great memory by giving As part of a fundraising effort for the Uintah Arts Council and their efforts towards the Outlaw Hills Festival. Cast members for the four-nigperformance were: Nels Carlson, Julie and Reed Hansen, Karen Bullock, Taunia Wheeler, Doug Barlow, Rosalie Mott, Dennis Hatch, Marci Dyck and Clint Wheeler. Luane Larsen provided the piano accompaniment for the production. TRIBUTE TO LOCAL ARTISTS ht "Camelof lives" as Carlson performs The Uinlah Basin was recently the site of a special four-nigextravaganza of theatrical vignettes entitled, A night with Nels Carlson: A Tribute to Local Artists, put on by the Uinlah Fine Arts Council, as a fundraiser for the Outlaw Hills Festival, (which played to standing room only crowds last year and is planned again for this summer.) Carlson and several of those who have participated in previous shows, presented excerpts from several productions that the USU extension and others have put on ov$r the years. Scenes included performances of musical numbers, solo scenes, and dramatic readings from productions such as I do, I do", Showboat," Guys and Dolls, Brigadoon, Hamlet, Fiddler on the Roof, Star of Justice, (the production featured in last year's Outlaw Hills Festival) Saturday's Warrior," South Pacific" Mac-Bet"Annie Gel Your Gun" and an emotionally moving rendition of Camclot wherein Carlson brought the magnificences and tragedy of King Arthur's Court to the audience in performing the title song. Carlson also demonstrated some of the Magic behind the scenes" as he demonstrated in a makeup session, how an actor can become another person while he explained his interpetation of a role and how it is incorporated in his performance. Carlson was supported in the performance by several veteran's of local theater productions including Jule and Reed Ilansen, Karen Bullock, Taunia Wheeler, Doug Barlow, Rosalie Mott, Dennis Hatch, Marci Dyck, and Clint Wheeler. During the four night performance, (November 16 and 17 in Vernal at Uintah High School and November 20 and 21 in Roosevelt at the UBAVC), the cast displayed their impressive and multifaceted abilities to the intimate dinner-theate- r audiences who enlhusistically supported the event. Over 200 attended the four shows. After the closing night performance at the UBAVC, Nels was interviewed by the STANDARD, along with several members of the cast. The cast were unanimous in their praise of Carlson, and his talents. Nels stated that the success of the productions that he's been involved with, were the Results of dedicated, talented local people who worked well together because they were more of a family than just a cast I have the support of some of the finest people in the area, who have put themselves totally into their performance or whatever we've asked them to da he explained. One thing that came across in the performance, other than the professional and talented performance the cast put on, was the fact that they also seemed to be having, the time of their lives," up on stage. Marci Dyck, sang a medley of songs from Sot&b Pacific 1 mingling with the audience, and sitting on an occassional lap in the process), said, You bet we enjoy it, or we wouldn't be doing it! That's one of the things that having someone as talented and uniquely qualified in the theater as Nels is, does for a production. He brings the talents out of people and makes them want to do their best He is a consumae actor, director, producer and patron of the arts. We are so very lucky to have someone as talented as Nels in our area. All through the performance, the other actors heaped praise upon Carlson and all he has done for the theater and arts in the Basin. In interviews, the the praise continued unabated. Carlson however, was humble. I had the support of a great bunch of talented people who made it all possible. No director, producer or actor stands alone, but only with the support of his people as talented and dedicated as those I've had the fortune and pleasure to be associated with, for over 12 years in the Basin. Carlson wasnt very bitter about the sometimes on afgain, off again relationship with various persons and entities that he's had to contend against for support and growth of the program. It's hard sometimes, he explained thoughtfully, to have to deal with people who don't understand what you're trying to da Some people don't see the value of the arts and theater in broadening horizons for people. The arts, especially theatre, are a person's life richer, gives it some depth and experience that touches every aspect of their daily existence. It's sad to think, that some people won't let their lives be touched by things such as the fine arts. I can't imagine how a person can fully live or enjoy life to the limit without dreams, or inspiration or without looking beyond themselves to the far horizon", to be a part of something larger than themselves, he stated. them this dance with all the trimmings. The beautiful three tier cake made by Ruth Bird caught the attention of many attending the affair. The following family memlx'rs responsible were: Vern and Phyllis Ames, Steven and Rose Ann Turbin, Ogden; Ralph and Linda Mecham, Fruitland; Frank and Karen Santarosa, Draper; Ralph Ames, Ioka; Jennette and Jesse Turbin; Kevin, Brian, Courtney Merham; Eddie and Kari Lyn Sanlaroasa, Draper, Dustan and Laurie Ames. Other family members attending were Mary and Woody Edmunds, Price; Margaret and Sam Kastanis, SLC. They especially enjoyed the many cards. Edith said, we still sit and talk about this special night, and she realizes it could only happen once in a lifetime. The hall was decorated in gold slreammers and bells, which was done by their The Sharpies wish to thank everyone again for making this a very special night with them. Due to the death in Ralph's family and a funeral on the day of the day November 28. More about next week. that Forming new club There will be a meeting for anyone interested in Model Railro- 454-319- I get some of the funds from I write, some from benefits such as this and some from ticket sales. At the most, we may get a little seed money" ahead, for grants that the next production. It's not easy but I believe in what I da and those who've attended the recent dinner theater performances can attest to the abilities and talents of those who I have had the pleasure to When we see work with. dedicated, local talent such as these folks, than anything is possible." Carlson will be starting on the work of set design for "Fiddler" in a couple of weeks and tryouts for the musical will start after the first of the year. The STANDARD will passing on news about the production as it is available. mm anniversay dance, they were unable to attend. We received word that Stella Turnbow is now married. She and her husband will be giving a wedding dance at Tabiona, Satur- ading at the home of Glenn Summerville to discuss the organization of the Basin Model Railroad Club on Tuesday December 1, 1987 Carlson has .struggled, and , 7:30. For more information and ;at continue, to struggK.'U ,fipd; th directions to location of the meeting financial resources to fund produccontact Glenn at 7 for tions, such as the upcoming musical details. is this USU production sponsoring spring, Fiddler on the Roof. He is also working on the Outlaw Hills Festival production, that the Uintah Basin Arts Council is putting on this summer. Marla Mathisen, daughter of Wendell L. and Marna Mathisen of Roosevelt, and Steve Neal, son of Lyn Neal and Sandra Horrocks will be getting married on November 27. They will be having a reception that evening from 7 to 9 p.m. that is open to friends and family at the Myton Chapel. Masons have visitation VFW CONTRIBUTES superstition had it that a newborn baby must be carried upstairs before it is carried down. This act supposedly guaranteed the child would rise in the world and have a successful life. An old County Fppd FaVtfrywith over. $100 worth of com-- ; modifies to add to the pantry. The VFW and Stewart's, in conjunction made the presentation at Stewart's on November 19. Vvg''- Mr. Robert Butch McGee of .Roosevelt, the Excellent High lriest, officers and members of Kings Peak Chapter Na 9, Royal Arch Masons in Roosevelt, corid ally invite all Royal Arch Masons to IS ... the annual visitation to the Chapter, by the Utah Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons, and Excellent Grand High Priest, Mr. Richard H. Simons of Salt Lake City, at Bottle Hollow Resort, at 5:30 pm on November 28. Mr. William J. Norton of Roosevelt is King. 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Our hospital: Nothing more- - or less- - than people, like you, who cere. DUCHESNE COUNTY HOSPITAL: TOGETHER TO MAKE THINGS BETTER WORKING AM Will Be At In Roosevelt SATURDAY Nov. 28 10 A.M.T0 2P.M. Free Treat For The Children 5 |