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Show MISALLIANCE" THERE was a distinctive savor of something different in the varsity play this year. It was one of the type of productions that is seldom attempted by amateur groups. That a play so different and so difficult could be produced so well is a mark of credit to the cast and to the directing ability of Miss Maude May Babcock. The drama was not written to be produced by amateurs, and it was only as a particular favor that the author consented to its use by the University of Utah varsity players. Considered one of George Bernard Shaw's most popular plays, "Misalliance" was well received in Salt Lake. An airplane crash introduced the fast-moving, perplexing, and subtly humorous story of marital misalliance and family relationships. The interest of the audience was aroused from the first rise of the curtain to the final scene. The cast displayed exceptional talent and ability throughout the entire performance. Every member did creditable work. It can truthfully be said that there was no outstanding star in the cast. Each member interpreted his part skillfully. Irene Ross, as the vivacious daughter of a staid old gentleman, delightfully interpreted her part as the feminine lead. Harold Boyer was captivating in his role of Joey Percival, the dashing, aviator hero of "Misalliance." As Lina Szczepanowska, the Polish aviatrix and acrobat, Mary Isgreen was charming. The performance of Jack Thomas as Bentley Summerhays, the effeminate and pampered son of Lord Summerhays, added zest and humor to the play. The heavy character role of the play, John Tarleton, was capably portrayed by DeWitt Paul. His interpretation was ably supplemented by his wife, Mrs. Tarleton, as played by Margaret Evans. The finished and talented performances of Herschel Garff as Lord Summerhays, Reed Coffin as Johnnie Tarleton, and Oliver Clay as John Brown, the gunner, contributed greatly to the success of the excellent production. Miss Maude May Babcock has won recognition by the productions she has directed. Each year she presents some noteworthy drama for the University. This year the play was very unusual, and was well received by the drama-loving public of this city. The audience was delighted with the production and paid fine tribute to the skill and sincerity of the players. During the Christmas holidays, the varsity players accompanied by Miss Babcock and Manager Royal Garff toured the state and appeared in ten performances. As a whole the play was appreciatively received. It was presented in Mount Pleasant, Spring City, Monroe, Richfield, Ephraim, Salina, Manti, Gunnison, Moroni and Fountain Green. At a later date, "Misalliance" was played in Brigham City. Isgreen and Thomas Cast for "Misalliance' Page 134 |
