Photo archive for May 27, 2007

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It might have been called “The Hand Jive — Verdi Style” as the Festival of Music presented “Falstaff,” its last production for the year. Even though the opera was sung in Italian there was little mistaking the hand motions of the actors and audience. The audience wasn’t left out of the hand action either as they applauded during the first act.

Ben Hillyer | The Natchez Democrat It might have been called “The Hand Jive — Verdi Style” as the Festival of Music presented “Falstaff,” its last production for the year. Even though the opera was sung in Italian there was little mistaking the hand motions of the actors and audience. Will Earl Spanheimer does his version of “The Hand Jive” as he plays the part of Pistol.

It might have been called “The Hand Jive — Verdi Style” as the Festival of Music presented “Falstaff,” its last production for the year. Even though the opera was sung in Italian there was little mistaking the hand motions of the actors and audience. Toby Newman, left, and the woman’s chorus sing during the first act of cover cast’s performance Saturday afternoon.

The Jamaican flag flies in the wind as hip-hop artist Mr. Whiskey performs his act Saturday during the Reggae Fest.

Amanda Celestain looks at the wide variety of reggae items for sale during the second annual Reggae Fest on the Vidalia Riverfront.

Lillian Edney was recognized for 50 years of service in the Zelta Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Saturday evening. Edney gives her son Alvin a pat on the head as her other son Norris smiles after her children and their spouse honored here with a bouquet of red roses.

Lillian Edney was recognized for 50 years of service in the Zelta Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Saturday evening. Edney wipes away a tear as she listens to reflection and tributes Saturday evening.

Morgan Meyers and her horse Charger took first place at the junior high run in Kinder.

Earl Stafford caught this 45 pound catfish in the Mississippi River recently.

Laura Warner is manager of the new Natchez Children’s Home thrift shop, 901 N. Union St. Britton & Koontz Bank donated the building where the shop is located.

Melinda Ballard adds the spice to stage with her rendition of “Roxie.”

Mignon Reid gives a cold stare, as Gloria Neames, Stacey Carden and Amy Carter play reporter roles during dress rehearsal.

David Troutman studies the score as he plays the violin.

Guy Wimberly, sax, Nancy Eidt, clarinet, and Ed Gaudet, oboe, make up a part of the 11-piece orchestra.

In the role of Velma Kelly, Ryan Dixon Richardson serenades the audience with the song “I Can’t Do It Alone.”

Layne Taylor sings the song of his character, cut-throat lawyer Billy Flynn.

Clockwise from top left: Melinda Ballard adds the spice to stage with her rendition of “Roxie.” In the role of Velma Kelly, Ryan Dixon Richardson serenades the audience with the song “I Can’t Do It Alone.” Guy Wimberly, sax, Nancy Eidt, clarinet, and Ed Gaudet, oboe, make up a part of the 11-piece orchestra. Layne Taylor sings the song of his character, cut-throat lawyer Billy Flynn. David Troutman studies the score as he plays the violin. Mignon Reid gives a cold stare, as Gloria Neames, Stacey Carden and Amy Carter play reporter roles during dress rehearsal.

Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Natchez recently inducted students into the Natchez campus chapter of the National Technical Honor Society. Pictured are, seated, from left, Latyria Harried, Jerrie Proby, Sandra Jordan, Danielle Buie, Rhonda Partridge, Carla Hooker and Atanna Franklin; back row, from left Judy Heard, NTHS advisor; Roy Sessions; Chris Gann; Karyn King; Lisa Adams; Kaye Harris, associate dean of career and technical education; Teresa Harrison, Natchez campus dean; Stephen Riggs, Latricia Myles, Chris Porter and Sue Savino, NTHS advisor.

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