Becky O’Keefe

Theater Instructor


Becky Ford O’Keefe has acted, directed, and choreographed all over Lawrence. Becky graduated from Kansas University in theatre and mathematics education and received her masters in mathematics instruction. During her 33 years as a public school teacher, she has taught many ages and subjects. Currently, she teaches math at the Lawrence College and Career Academy. Becky has been involved with Summer Youth Theatre for years and has worked with rookies through high school students. Over the years, she has taught a variety of classes at the Lawrence Arts Center in addition to evaluating their drama programs as part of state grants.  She feels extremely lucky to be involved this summer and looks forward to being inspired by the creative and dramatic performers who are a part of this year's summer experience. Also, Becky is a proud alum of the Summer Youth Theatre program!

SYT Novice/Junior: Alice in Wonderland[24SU]
07/1/24 - 07/18/24, 1:00PM - 5:00PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 10 to 14 | Becky O’Keefe | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | CZALICE
Members $252 | Non-Members $280
AUDITIONS HELD ON APRIL 28th Adapted from Lewis Carroll by Ric Averill. Commissioned for home production and national tour by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. With the help of a Cheshire Cat, an astute Caterpillar, and a righteous Humpty Dumpty, Alice must find her way home and discover who she really is. With original music composed by Ric Averill, this play with music is written specifically for our Summer Youth Theatre 4th-8th graders. SYT placement is by grade, contact us if you have questions about which program to enroll your child. Rehearsals: 3 weeks, July 1 - July 18. No rehearsal July 4 & 5. M-F | 1-5PM. Performances: July 19 | 7PM, July 20 | 2PM & 7PM.

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