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              Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: Wednesday, July 17, 1996              TAG: 9607170345
SECTION: LOCAL                   PAGE: B1   EDITION: NORTH CAROLINA 
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ELIZABETH II STANDS UP STRAIGHT

ILLUSTRATION: DREW C. WILSON

[Color Photo]

The Virginian-Pilot

With a book balanced on her head to demonstrate childhood posture

training, Barbara Hird is the star of ``Elizabeth R.'' The play's

1996 run will begin today at 2:30 p.m. in Manteo's Pioneer Theatre. by CNB