“Pirates of Penzance” will feature a special guest

The upcoming performance of “Pirates of Penzance” at Golden West

College will feature a cameo appearance by college foundation Chairman

John McGovern.

McGovern won the honor of being a walk-on actor for the May 17

performance at the school’s annual fund-raiser gala.

“I am looking forward to my moment of fame,” said McGovern.

The retired senior vice president of Toyota Motor Sales USC, Inc, won

the walk-on part at the annual Golden West College Gala held in February

at the Waterfront Hilton Hotel. He has been chairman of the Golden West

College Foundation Board for four years and a member of the board since

1991.

“Mr. McGovern makes a significant difference on the board,” said

Margie Bunten, director of public relations and institutional advancement

for the college.

The board organizes the annual Gala and all proceeds go to students in

the form of scholarships and special projects.

“Pirates of Penzance”, directed by Bruce Bales and choreographed by

Grant Rosen will run May 10-19, at 15744 Golden West St. Tickets can be

purchased by calling (714) 895-8150.