Calley (Daughter) & Kathy Luman
Mrs. Kathy Luman is very much involved in her community. We wanted to get a further grasp her contribution, so we constructed a list of 10 questions to see if we could do just that! Check out the interview below......
Q1: What motivates you to be a part of so many extra activities in your community?
A: It originally started with my daughter’s enrollment at the Thelma Gaylord Academy at Lyric Theatre. (Musical Theatre Production, Voice and Dance Training), I have made some really good friends that are very active in the community. It’s a lot of fun.
Q2: How long have you been involved in your community?
A: Since 2002 or so.
Q3: What does LAPS stand for and what is your affiliation with LAPS?
A: Lyric Academy Parents Support, Co-Coordinator.
Q4: As Co-coordinator of LAPS, what is it your job to do?
A: Help determine a budget to help support Lyric’s Thelma Gaylord Academy, assist in planning meals for cast parties and snacks during the very busy tech and show week for Lyric’s Thelma Gaylord Academy fall and spring productions. We sell concessions, roses and show related items during the productions to help fund the productions. In the past year, with the dedication of LAPS, we were able to raise enough money to help the academy purchase wireless mics for the young actors, amplifiers for the Rockademy class and personalized binders for the script and scores. We also help with costumes and make-up depending on the show’s needs. We work closely with the Lyric staff to make sure they have what they need to present a quality production. All parents are invited to the meetings and given volunteer opportunities. My daughter graduates this spring, I intend to stay on as long as I am needed.
Q5: What are the goals of LAPS?
A: One of our goals is to help parents understand the requirements of the children during the process of bringing a show to the stage. The parents play a vital role in the success of the students, providing essential support in preparing for Academy classes and final productions. Scenery, costumes, props, event-planning, program printing, posters, and fundraising boutiques...you name it, and LAPS does it.
Q6: As a part of the Lyric Theatre Raffle Committee, what sorts of raffles are held, how often, and what do the funds go towards specifically?
A: In the past we have raffled golf carts, bicycles, jewelry, scooters and iPads. The tickets are normally $10. The raffles are held during Lyric’s summer productions at the Civic Center Music Hall in Downtown OKC. The drawing is held at Lyric’s Broadway Ball, the winners do not have to be present at the ball to win. The funds are used to present Broadway quality shows in Oklahoma City. It takes more than just ticket sales alone. Lyric’s mission is to produce excellent professional musical theatre, nurture artistic talent, promote collaboration among the arts, and enrich the lives of Oklahomans.
Q7: As a volunteer for the OKC Arts Festival how do you help that organization?
A: Last year a friend asked me to volunteer as “Friends of the Artists”. We watched the artist’s booth while they took breaks and we would run little errands for them. It was fun meeting the artists and enjoying the art festival.
Q8: What is your involvement with Oklahoma City Beautiful?
A: My good friend, Lisa Synar is the Executive Director of OKC Beautiful; she is one of the good friends I made from Lyric Academy 10 years ago. Remington Park has participated in the LitterBlitz campaign for the last 2 years and we are doing it again this April 25th. My husband, Don and I also attend events and support their other projects.
Q9: What is the goal of the Auction Committee @ Yukon High School, what type of auctions are held, how often?
A: The Auction Committee secures items for the live and silent auctions. They included restaurant gift certificates, sports memorabilia, home décor, salon and spa packages, pool cleaning services and many more items. This year Remington Park donated a Suite Package that brought $400 in the live auction. Project Graduation has several events to raise money to provide a drug and alcohol free party (lock-in) after graduation. There are numerous activities for the students in a safe atmosphere.
Q10: Which of these extra activities has taught you the most?
A: Probably LAP’s. I’ve learned teamwork and responsibility.
Kathy Luman, we at Remington Park thank you for your contribution(s) in effort to better your community and keep theses kids active and passionate!
Everyone go check out Kathy Luman's daughter Calley's upcoming event "Sweeney Todd" (Details Below):
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