4 Friday, April 25, 1975 University Daily Kansan ENTERTAINMENT Rendezvous finds success By ANGELA POTHETES Kansan Revlewer RENDEZVOUIS is an interesting and irreverent eight-page journal of fiction written by University of Kansas students, which will be on sale students at Westech Hall for 10 cents. If you decide to get a copy of this tabloid newspaper, produced by the Fiction Writing I class of Alan Lichter, assistant professor of English at Princeton University, juicy, fresh literature and bizarre graphics. This is the first time these seven stories by six authors have been published. A student editorial board from the class chose the stories to be included in the volume. "Rendezvous au Cafe Select", by David House, Witchita senior, is the story of a man trying to nick up a woman in Paris. The story shows the inescapable emptiness of a one-night relationship and transports the reader to France. House captures this foreign flavor through unaffected metanors. For example, the man lets the woman knit he wants to come home. The woman knits coldly. The narrator observes, "It was no longer a clean sheet." "I'm Laughing," by Susan Conrad, Bellrose, N.Y., freshman, is an ironic three-sided account of a suicidal clown. The sadness and humiliation of a circus clown are seen as he tries to make other people happy. Conrad has a good sense of timing and she uses subtle methods to catch our concern. "Pokes Hill," written by Charlie Browne, Clay Center junior, was the story of three unrelated people and their common task of driving in a rainstorm weather through a bairn pass. The story has no clear transitions but the abrupt shift of focus wasn't distracting. Browne used a folksy style. which was particularly good during one section. Talking about a man's thoughts about his dying mother, he said, "It's better to let her die thinking she was happy all of her life." "Tturnabout," by K. Kiener, a pseudonym, was an account of a Vietnam veteran who was a doctor in the Army and some of his old buddy's stash. Kiener made the thief seem like a soldier maneuvering through mine fields under fire. The tension is devastating. "Altered States," by Bill Kipp, Lawrence junior, has a science fiction quality. It is the story of changes in the life of an unchanging man when he takes a detour on the road home. His mind is altered and his wife transformed after he wanders from his always trodden path. which at times spoke about fishing and whores, I think. "Refractory," by Greg Barnard, special student, was a complex, impressionistic piece. Reading the story was like chewing taffy all night. It's good but it tires you out. It was the story of a man living in Korea, coping with the problems of being a foreigner. It is the life of the foreigner, Sinclair. Barnard also wrote "So Hard to Find," a story sprinkled with four-letter words and brilliant similies. "In the TV room with a beer, he sat and watched 'Zorro,' dubbed in Korean-like watching a Wagenerian opera, with Sgt. García in comic bass," he wrote. None of the stories had any major problems, although some could have used minor editing. My only big complaint, and I feel like a spoiled child grabbed greedily for more, was that I wished Rendezvous could have happened sooner and reappear more often. Tau Sigma show a labor of love The Tau Sigma Dance Ensemble, a 45-member group with the common goal of learning and performing dance. Performances on concert at 8 p.m. today and Saturday in University Theatre. Many hours of "hard work, sweat and sometimes tears, along with lots of love and happiness" are going into the Disney Park! For president-elect of the group, said Tuesday. "This will be one of the better concerts the group has produced," Feld said. "There will be a wide variety of experience presented. Each concert will have an emotion, each speaks for itself but there will be no central theme for the concert." There will be 17 dances presented, representing forms from traditional ballet to modern styles, including contemporary jazz, mime and avant-garde forms. The choreography is the work of Tau Sigma members, with guidance from Elizabeth Sherbon, Barbara Mackey, assistants, DiAnne Danno, Lawrence graduate student and Becky Johnson, Wichita Senior. The production of the concert is managed by the dance performance publicity; set and costume design and production; lighting; music; props and all aspects of the presentation. A variety of musical styles ranging from Bela Bartok to the Beach boys will accompany the dances. Music for one set was composed by Jim Needles, an Artist, Moe, in senior in line. This year begins a cooperative effort between the KU and Wichita State University chapters. Tau Sigma performed a number in the Wichita State dance concert this year. Wichita State group will perform one dance in the KU production. The variety of dance in the concert reflects the variety of people that comprise Tau Sigma, Feld said. Although the group began 51 years ago as an all-male group, now it top performers, it now includes any student or alumni interested in dance. Not all members of the group want to become professional dancers or live for dance alone, Fael said. Many simply enjoy the art of dance and appreciate its beauty and pain, she said. Within the group are people who work as well as those who have performed both professionally and nonprofessionally. The dance concert will be the culmination of much physical preparation, too. Feid said the individual dancer constantly prepared his body through exercise, movement and regulation. "Preparation is no easy task for the diligent dancer." Feid said. "Muscles all over the body must be stretched, pulled and eased back before a warmup is brought on." The floor is the bounce zone of basic dance exercises, which are part of the basic dance philosophy. All of the physical preparation, rehearsals, costume sewing and experience will be over for this production when Curtis Sykes, Lawrence graduated, performs the damned man and the Damned." Other performances will include Sherbon's modern dance performance of "In Search of the Moment," in Kristin Manly, an anihina, performing a ballet, "The beautiful Galette." Two members of the Tauri Sigma dance ensemble practice for their spring concert. The final performances will be at 8 p.m. today and tomorrow. A jade shroud The jade burial抄 of Princess Tou Wan dates to 113 B.C. It is on piece in the "Chinese Exhibition: Archaeological Finds of the people's Republic of China," which is at the Nelson Art Gallery in Kansas City, Mo. A dramatic duet In concert (At 8 tonight in Swarthout Recital Hall.) GWENDOLYN LEWIS, cellist* Anchor Schnick at the piano. A senior recital. The program: Valentin'i's Sonata No. 10 in E Major, Schumann's "Fantasy Pieces" and Shostakovich's Concerto, Op. 107 This Week's KU SYMPHONIC BAND—Robert Foster, conductor. With special guest artist Barry Tuckwell. French horn. (At 8 p.m. Monday in Swarthout Recital Hall.) Although Verdí's "Falstaff" is based on "The Merry Wives of Windsor," it is greater than this not-too-shakespeare Shakespeare ENTERTAINMENT OPERA WORKSHOP—Although this program is often ignored because of the major opera production, it shouldn't be missed. Its varied works give music lovers a chance to hear some fine, well-performed opera. The program will have one opera and scene two, the second. The twosome Britten's "The Rape of Lucretia" Act 1, Scene 2; Verd's "Falfast" Act 1, Scene 2; Puccini's "Sister Angel!" SARF LOECHL, horn, and GREG CLEMONS, trumpet—In senior incircles. Assisted by Richard Schutte, pianist, Diane McCarty, pianist, and Dennis Grannan, organist. The program includes works by Pursell, Durcal, Dukas, Dert and Hindernis. The Britten is a small-scale work infiltrated by oratorio or cantata-like technique. It uses a commentative "chorus" of two solo voices. Libretto by Ronald Duncan. (At 8 p.m. Sunday in University Theatre.) play. Verdi's libretto, Arrigo Boito, added high spirits and rejuvenated the text while Verdi, though 80 years old, wrote a sparkling score filled with wit and skill. Puccini's "Sister Angelica", with libretto by Giovacchino Forzano, takes place in a convent. It has its weaknesses, for the music is somewhat dull. The lack of male voices adds to the unevenness. An excerpt of it would undoubtedly be preferred to the whole. (Opera Workshop will be performed at 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday in William Inge Memorial Theatre.) STATE OF SIEGE-A political thriller based on the kidnaping of American diplomat Daniel Mirrione in South America. Another semi-realist film that is the brilliant Costa Gayavas. On screen THE POINT-Animated morality tale that will delight the kidnes and warm the hearts of college-age adults. (At 7 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday in Woodruff Auditorium.) (At 1:30 p.m. Sunday in Woodruff Auditorium.) ONLY ANGELS HAWKS WINGS—1939 Howard Hawks movie about mail pilots in South America. With a great cast, including Cary Grant, Jean Arthur, Thomas Mitchell, Rita Hayman, Sig Ruman and Barthlemmigh Barstillemage. Terrific adventure. (At 7:30 p.m. Monday in Woodruff Auditorium.) OSSESSION—The Italian James M. Gain's novel, "Rings Twice," an excellent hard-boiled '30s novel. Hollywood made a later verse in the story of Garfield and Lana Turner. This (At 7:30 Tuesday in Woodruff Auditorium.) one, however, has an Italian cast and was directed by the noted Luchino Vincitori in 1942. Incidentally, this movie was only recently made available in cinematic form. A first-rate crime story. Note: The following films are being shown at Commonwealth Theatres. Check advertisements for time and place. SHAMPOO—Warren Beaty as a lathered hairdresser, who jumps from bed to bed with his clients amid the turbulence of 1968. Also starring Goldie Hawn and Julie Christie. Directed by in 1973. Enough sex to make your hair curl permanently. ALICE DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE—Now its eighth week in Lawrence, "Alice" may have found a new home. With Ellen Burstyn and Kris Kristofferson. BRANIGAN—Duke isn't too old to give 'em hell. With Richard Attenborough, Judy Geeson and Ralph Meeker. DIRTY HARRY AND MAGNUM FORCE—Two Clint Eastwood epics, with plenty of twenty of phony moralizing, too. THE REINCARING OF PETER PROUD—With Sarinazir. Ylept occult him, and really an unknown quantity. THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Kansan Telephone Numbers Newroom—864-4810 Advertising—864-4338 Circulation—864-3048 An All-American college newspaper Publicized at the University of Kansas weekdays during the academic year extend exhibitions and exchange materials. 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By ROBERT A GAVIN Kansan Reviewer Perhaps it has been Bowie's constant evolution of style that has helped his popularity grow from a pop star to a pop pub rocker to a superstar. Bowie's new image isn't really alarming—he's been putting on new fashions and hairstyles for eight years now. mellowed. He no longer attracts just crowds of homosexuals, but has increased his following among teen-age listeners because of his outlandish, if not decadent, attitudes. Bowie isn't just the trend-setter; he is the trend itself. Bowie's presentation has also THE CASE OF THE HOWLING DOG AND THE CASE OF THE SUBSTITUTE FACE, by Erle Stanley Gardner—Two early-day Perry Mason, masters, dating to the 1930s, put together into one bargain volume. These were the first time formula had been done (Pocket, $1.25). "Young Americans" is a successful album. Featuring a guest drummer (who seems to play backup for everyone's new album) and recorded during the summer of 1972, it is highly rhythmic and soulful. "Young Americans," the title track and single, is powerful. With a mean saxophone line that includes Banon, Sanborn, Bowie's voice soundes fortalebt between the deep bass and backup singers. The track "Win" is slow and spacy. The sax floats throughout the song while Kowie's voice hits both parts of the chorus as one of his better ballads. even steals a line from Lennon's. "Day in the Life." "Fascination" returns to the Philadelphia sound with its "Saft" guitar chording, lower strings and female chorus female baxing. troversy about a missing gem, larger even than the Hope diamond. (Crest, $1.25.) "Right" again highlights David Sanborn's sax work. Willy Weeks, session bassist who recently toured with forwards at Harrison, provides a rocking bottom to Bowie's uchin vocal. "Across the Universe" is one of the standout cuts on the album. John Lennon, co-author with Paul McCartney, plays "Fame" is a statement about life as a rock star. Lyrically trite, it nonetheless is carried off by Lennon's backup vocal work. The rhythmic textures are dirty. "Young Americans" is Bowie's best effort since "Hunky Dory." His vocal range and technical mastery of the studio continues to improve with each successive album. lead guitar and sings harmony. The version is much different than the original. Lennon and Bowie trade chorus lines in the final verse and squeeze out the best of each other. PHOENIX WITHOUT ASHES, by Edward Bryant and Harlan Ellison—A novel adapted from an ill-fated TV series called "The Starlosst." (Gold Medal, 39 cents.) Musically a funky effort but lyrically weak, "Young Americans" still must rank as one of Bowie's best works. CROWN OF ALOES, by Norah Lofts —The author continues in her project of depicting in the kings and queens history to their up fast. This one is about Queen Isabella, wife of the unfaithful Ferdinand. She's forced to content not only with him but also with the Moors and Toubles, troubles. (Cress, $1. 35.) TUESDAY THE RABBI SAW RED, by Harry Kemelman—Fifth in the series of mystery tales involving Rabbi David Cohen, a character who not only solves crimes but offers us insights into the Jewish faith. The rabbi takes a job at a college in Boston, where a murder takes over and turns turbully follows. (Crest, $1.90.) BLUE FIRE, by Phylla A. Whitney - High class Gothic. The heroine returns from South Africa and becomes involved in con- MIDNIGHT NEVER COMES and NIGHT JUDGMENT AT SINOS, by Jack Higgins—Higgins is a comparatively new practitioner in what is known as the MacLean school. “Sinos” involves its heroes on the island of Kyros in a plot to overthrow the Greek government. “Midnight” is a spy thriller set in the Scottish Highlands, a pair of hardy thrillers. (Fawrt, 35 cents each.) Some horse operas: HIRED GUNS, THE BORDER KID and DESTRY RIDES AGAIN by Max Brand; RATAN RIDES AGAIN by the TEN-DERFOOT KID, by Peter Field; WESTERN UNION by Zane Grey—If you go for westerns you'll find here three of the best writers. Field's, especially his touchs and some attempts to provide authenticity. (Pocket, 75 cents each). On stage TAU SIGMA-In its annual dance production. At 8 p.m. today and tomorrow in University Theatre. SEEM-TO-BE-PLAYERS — In a children's show that includes the "Adventures of Nyrfm the Sprite," about a heroine on a planet inhabited by sorcerers, giants, witches, sheeo-chucks, wormles and bogleebes. At the aallery KANSAS UNION GALLERY—Painting and sculpture scholarship show. Until May 10. KANAS VISIONARY ART- Through Sunday at the United Ministries Center. MUSEUM OF ART- Glimpses of Fugitive Pleasures: Japanese Prints from the Museum Collection. July 27 EVONNE KUDLAS ENGLISH—Prints, drawings and paintings. At 7E7 Gallery through April. LAWRENCE ARTS CENTER—First Annual Painting Exhibition. Until May 4.