JESTER IN PLAY—Frank Lowe plays the role of the jester in the Bartter theater's presentation of "The Merchant of Venice," which plays at 8 p.m. today in Fraser theater.
By BOB NOLD
Romoff, Willis Win Praise In 'Merchant Of Venice'
Woodrow Romoff and Susan Willis gave outstanding performances as Shylock and Portia in the Barter theater's production of "Merchant of Venice," Wednesday and Thursday nights in Fraser theater.
Mr. Romoff displayed an understanding and feeling for the role of Shylock. The highlight of his performance was the court scene after losing the decision on his demand for a pound of Antonio's flesh.
His emotional appeal in this scene was memorable. He gave the feeling of a completely beaten man. The audience greeted his dramatic curtain call with a sustained ovation.
Susan Willis became more impressive with each word she spoke. She capped her performance in the court scene when disguised as a lawyer she gave the decision on the pound of flesh. The court scene was the climax of the play.
One of the most enjoyable performances of the evening was given by Francis Weaver. As a prince seeking Portia for his wife, he joined John Holland in playing the two most effective supporting roles.
John Holland as Gratiano added a light touch to the play and was greatly appreciated by the audience. Clayton Corzate handled the role of Bassianio, Portia's lover, with ease, understanding, and dramatic ability.
Although the scenery remained the same throughout the play except
for a few minor changes, the staging was done so expertly that the illusion of a constantly changing setting was created. The lighting effects helped set the mood.
After all the players except Mr. Romoff had made their individual curtain calls, all the stage lights were turned off and the spotlight was turned on Shylock standing at the door of his house. The applause rose to a peak and continued through repeated curtain calls for the entire group.
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Friday, March 28, 1952 University Daily Kansan Page 3A
A student move started Thursday morning to demand a "formal apology" from Look magazine for its treatment of the KU basketball team and Clyde Lovelle in its all-American selections.
Movement Seeks Look Apology
Unknown students left a letter pinned to the wall of Strong hall rotunda. The message was:
Look Magazine.
"Sports Editor,
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Sir:
We, the undersigned members of the University of Kansas, wish to request of you, as a gentleman, a formal apology to our National Champion basketball team, and specifically to the man voted outstanding NCAA player who broke every national tournament record, Clyde Lovellette. We expect to see this apology in Look."
Space was left at the bottom of the letter for students' signatures.
KLWN To Interview Engineering Seniors
Don Uehling and Frank Thorn, engineering seniors, will be interviewed over station KLWN at 8:30 a.m. Monday.
The students will discuss their roles as departmental chairmen in the forthcoming Engineering Exposition.
New "45's"
Moonlight in Vermont Margaret Whiting
Yes and
Mambo Rhapsody Stan Kenton
Bell's
No 'Cents In Waiting-Let Kansan Classifieds Save You Money.
LET'S RALLY
FOR THE
CHAMPIONS!
WHERE: 23rd and Louisiana
WHO: Everyone
WHEN: Saturday Night
WHY: For NCAA-NAIB CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
On TV
2. Everyone's coming so . ...
FACTS: 1. We have two big TV Sets, courtesy of BEAMAN RADIO, and plenty of seats for all.
COME ON OUT TOMORROW NIGHT AND WATCH THE "CHAMPS" WIN
DINE-A-MITE
ROY and MARY BORGEN