Impressive Performance ((My Fair Lady' Exhibits Student Talent "Just a little bit o' luck" may be what gets some people through their musicals, but not in the case of My Fair Lady at Harding this year. For weeks after the show as I walked into the cafeteria, the classroom, the dorm, or most any other place, I heard people singing musical themes such as "Just You Wait, Mr. Higgins" and "I Could've Danced All Night". Friday, October 27 was the opening night of the musical. Parts for the musical were given out in May and cast members worked on their roles all summer long. India Medders, cast as the leading lady of the performance, said, "I thought it was a really good show. Everyone pulled their own character, the set was wonderful, the orchestra sounded good, the dancing was well choreographed, and the directors worked together great." Participants and viewers alike commented on how well the musical turned out in general. The three main characters were Henry Higgins, played by Johnny Scott, Eliza Dolittle, (Medders), and Colonel Pickering played by Christian Nuthak. Other minor roles were held by Jennifer Folding, Chuck Roe, Charles Jarrett, and Mavenee Mays. The story was about Higgins' and Pickering's attempt to turn the poor flower girl Eliza into a lady. Much to the surprise of both the men, Eliza turns out to be not just a beautiful lady worthy of their time, but also a woman capable of stealing their hearts. Marisa Thomas, the assistant director, attributes India's acting ability to natural God-given talent. She has had the lead in the three of the last four musicals. Scott was president of Concert Choir and drum major of the Harding University band in addition to his challenging role in the production. Thomas said, "It took them a lot of rehearsals, and they were all happy when it was over." Considering the remarks afterwards, the work seemed well worth the effort. The last performance was on Saturday night after the football game against University of Arkansas Monticello, and it was just as impressive as the first! The musical made an impression on all of us as a professionally performed showing of great talent and hard work. By Janet Morrison ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL. Arthur Shearin directs the orchestra as they prepare for the musical. Many hours of rehearsal brought the songs and mus ic to life. photo by Leslie Downs. A LITTLE BIT OF LUCK. Charles Jarrett sings of the good fortune of his daughter Eliza Dolittle. Many of the songs' catchy lyrics became popular with students who saw the musical. photo by Leslie Downs 20 First Impressions
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