i a Probably one of the most touching parts in the play was Institute bidding their Annie farewell. “Bye Bye the students at Perkins The last night, the final curtain call. The cast want to thank all who helped in any way with the costumes, props, directing, scenery, and especially those in the audience who helped in making it a success. Birdie’ Directed by Ronald Jenkins Musical director: Eugene Nye This play was Weber’s first attempt at a musical and it proved to be a great success. The cast included, standing: Annette Gill, Ellen Ekersley, Cherie Barker, Jody Austin, Paul Taylor, Fred Bruhun, Wendell Bates, Cordell Hull, Sherie Richins, LaMar Taylor, Dave Preece, Brother Gunnell, Loraine Hansen, Ronald Reimschussel. lst row: Taunya McCloy, Kathie Bullard.