Spring Gold Thimble a Ticket to Destinations
The Grand Theater was rocking at this year's Gold Thimble fashion show. It was a night of "Destinations" the theme for this year's event featuring the creations of students in the categories of theme, bathing suits, children's wear, sportswear, men's wear, cocktail dresses and evening dresses. Cheers went up virtually every time one of the volunteer models walked down the runway. Some of the pieces left some in the audience almost breathless. The music pulsated with a beat that kept the fashion momentum moving. The bathing suits were electric, and of course the children's clothes stole the show because the kids, as always, were so cute. In the theme category, the student designers transported us to Egypt , the North Pole, the Far East and Mayan temples of central America.


The men's wear and the models donning the clothes were a big hit with the crowd. The evening dresses were stunning, beautiful gowns that would seem comfortable in the finest boutiques around the world. LA Trade Tech's student designers are truly talented and though many of the winners seemed a bit shy about picking up their awards, there was nothing shy about the way they expressed themselves through their creations. The big theme winner was a floor-length dress, a dashing gray tone, reminiscent of a Mayan temple. It was gorgeous. Several trustees were in attendance enjoying the show. Congratulations should go to Carole Anderson and her department staff for delivering a knock-out fashion show. Congratulations also go to the student winners for reminding us about the real talent we have on this campus. Cynthia Morley-Mower did a great job as the emcee. Gold Thimble was golden again! Continue for a list of the winners. 070525

Jamboree Wraps Up Black History Month
Black History Month at LATTC culminated with ?Jamboree,? a celebration of life and culture held in the Grand Theater. Dr. Freddie McClain, professor of Sociology inspired the audience with his words of hope and wisdom. ?The progress of the Civil Rights Movement and those who championed the universal right to vote are echoed by the voices of black Americans, white Americans, Asian Americans, Latin Americans and women of all colors,? McClain who served on Rosa Parks' advisory team was quoted in the program as saying.

A theatrical performance outlining black history from the time of the Pharos to recent history was presented in song, dance and soliloquy. The performances were excerpts from the play, ?Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel??, which is slated to be performed at Bethel A.M.E. Church in the near future. The Soldiers for Christ Men's Choir entertained with song and dance while inspiring with words. All the members of the choir are recovering alcoholics and drug abusers. They performed courtesy of On the Right Road Ministries and their founder Mr. Arthur Scott.

A parade of African inspired fashions by local designers was modeled by LATTC students and staff. Edwin Simpson, Senator of Graphic Communications and the co-chair of the Black History Month Committee served as the master of ceremony. Jamboree culminated a month of black history related events including films followed by discussions, lectures, art exhibits and ethnic foods.

Shakespeare Comes to LATTC
The East L. A. Classic Theater company preformed two Shakespearian dramas on the stage of Trade Tech's Grand Theatre. Romeo and Juliet was preformed February 14 through 16 and Much Ado about Nothing was staged February 20 and 21.

Set in 1943, during the height of the Zoot Suit riots in Los Angeles, ?Romeo and Juliet? tells the story of a young couple struggling to define and protect their forbidden love against the backdrop of social and civil upheaval brought about by issues of immigration, culture, race and assimilation. This play is most enjoyed by children age 10 and up.

Much Ado about Nothing, Shakespeare's comic masterpiece is set in early California following the battle of Puebla (celebrated on Cinco De Mayo) Claudio and Benedict, young Mexican soldiers returning home in triumph, fine themselves unexpectedly in love with two pioneering women, Hero and Beatrice. The play focuses on the contemporary application of universal themes and presents unusual racial and historical implications and will feature a live mariachi performance. Both plays were followed by a session of cast and student discussion.

These plays are aimed at a young audience but are enjoyed by "children of all ages." Local LAUSD Elementary, Middle and High School students were bused to LATTC to see the performances. 070212