Lansing Theater and Performing Arts Booster Club (LTAPA)

WHAT LTAPA DOES 

  • Supports the performing arts in the Lansing Central School District by providing funding to enable a variety of opportunities and improved facilities to benefit Lansing students of all ages.

WHAT LTAPA PROVIDES 

  • Instrument rental funding for students in need;

  • Sponsorship of music class and theater workshops;

  • Instruments for music classes;

  • Repair and updates to stage equipment;

  • Equipment purchases such as the prop storage shed, elementary school risers, microphones, and countless other items that enhance and promote the arts; and

  • Yearly scholarships for dedicated performing arts students. (Requires family membership.)

WHO LTAPA IS 

Lansing community volunteers and parents dedicated to supporting the performing arts in our schools. 

WHERE LTAPA FUNDS COME FROM 

  • Tax-deductible membership fees;

  • Tax-deductible donations (click here to make an online donation);

  • Concession sales and raffles at theater and music performances;

  • Our Songs & Sweets (formerly Cookies & Carols) annual event; and

  • Playbill advertising. 

HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED 

BECOME A MEMBER! By joining LTAPA, you actively support our school district’s efforts to offer performing arts opportunities for every Lansing student. You can begin a new membership or renew an existing one by clicking here (for the printable form) or clicking here (to join or renew online).

LTAPA FAMILY MEMBERSHIP TYPES AND FEES: 

  1. Annual Membership $10.00 – Must be renewed yearly. 

  2. Lifetime Membership $100.00 

  3. LTAPA Angel Membership $250.00 - Includes Lifetime Membership and recognition in all playbills. 

VOLUNTEER! There are opportunities throughout the year (on an ongoing or performance-specific basis) in publicity, fundraising, shopping for food & supplies, baking and/or food preparation, concession sales, and assisting at events and performances. Please watch this site and/or LTAPA's social media for specific sign-up opportunities, or ask an LTAPA officer how you can become involved.

UPCOMING EVENTS, 2024-2025 

LTAPA Monthly Meetings: March 11, April 8, May 13, and June 10. All meetings begin at 6 p.m. and take place in the Middle School Chorus Room unless otherwise noted.

Middle School Musical: "The Little Mermaid," Nov. 6-9. Middle School Auditorium

High School Musical: "Grease," March 5-8, 2025. Middle School Auditorium

MS/HS Drama Club: "The Adventures of Mark Twain," May 14-15, 2025. Middle School Auditorium

Songs and Sweets: LTAPA's annual fundraiser! Come enjoy delicious sweets and fantastic music! Monday, Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m., Middle School Auditorium

Concerts and Performances:

  • May 1, 7 pm: 3rd Grade Recorder Concert, MS Auditorium

  • May 2-3: NYSSMA Solo & Small Ensemble Festival, Dryden

  • May 14-15: "The Adventures of Mark Twain," MS Auditorium

  • May 19, 7 pm: 3/4 Chorus, 4th Grade Band/Orchestra Concert, MS Auditorium

  • May 28, 7 pm: 5/6 Band, 7/8 Band, MS Jazz Band Concert, MS Auditorium

  • May 29, 7 pm: 5/6 and 7/8 Orchestra Concert, MS Auditorium

  • June 3, 7 pm: HS Band and Orchestras Concert, MS Auditorium

  • June 4, 7 pm: 5/6 and 7/8 Chorus Concert, MS Auditorium

  • June 10, 7 pm: HS Jazz Band Concert, MS Auditorium

  • June 14, 7 pm: HS Choral Pops Concert, MS Auditorium

  • June 6-13: 3rd Grade Recruitment, ES

Contact Us

LTAPA@lcsd.k12.ny.us

LTAPA Board Members for 2024-25:

Denise Robinson and Luciana Hafner
Co-Presidents

Tracy Lajza
Vice President

Diane Nangeroni
Treasurer

Stephanie Baker
Secretary

Christine Maloney
Publications & Community Relations Coordinator

Malee Irving
Membership Coordinator

Cori Shaw Meloney
Social Media & Website Coordinator

Annie Johnson and Christine Maloney
Costume Coordinators