Word: shows
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...common culturally stereotyped language. Yet it doesn't seem that even Reddin actually believes that yuppies are without any individual quirks or desires. The actors, who are stiff and who often seem to be unsure of themselves, fail in the rare opportunities the script gives them to show real emotion and desire...
...fact the play is at its best when the plot calls for pure yuppiedom. The staccato exchange of pleasantries and other banter at an art-show opening cocktail party is admirably done. The best performance is turned in by Paul's boss, Diane (Sandra Shiply), whose locked jaw and frozen smile never let down, even though she suffers the most terrible tragedies. Of course real yuppies, because of the frequently superficial aspects of their lifestyles, are actors too, so it would make sense that professional actors would be at their best in imitating them. The problem is that this dual...
Horse-Sense: The Harvard equestrian team competed in its last horse show of the season in Middlebury, Vt., last weekend...
Sophomore Cindy Green won both jumping and equitation in her class, and she placed second in the show via a ride-off with two Tufts riders, Peter Wylde and Stephanie Guerlain. Green, the captain of the equestrian team, will be traveling to the regional tournament. She gained enough points in her competition to move into the intermediate class...
...differences are more a matter of style. "There has always been a friendly rivalry between the Dins and the Kroks," says the Dins' Witdorchic. "The Kroks typically sing traditional songs or '50s numbers. The Dins sing jazzier, more innovative arrangements. We also put on more of a stage show, using lights and special effects...