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STORY ALLIE PUTMAN | PHOTOS BY ALLIE PUTMAN AND COURTESY LEE BRASUELL Filling Stillwater WithArt New interim theatre head works with residents on mural project O n July 1, Lee Brasuell assumed the position as new interim head of theatre at Oklahoma State University and looks forward to improving different areas of the arts — and inspiring the people who work in them— in Oklahoma. As associate professor of design, head of design and technology, and the Mary Lou Lemon Endowed Professor for Underrepresented Voices, Brasuell’s passion did not begin when he was granted the position. Brasuell has long loved the arts and has been given the opportunity to work on many productions because of his technical and design skills locally and across the U.S. For instance, he created aerial and circus rigs in the Chicago productions of Lookinglass Alice , Peter Pan and several other productions. This is just one example of his many artistic accomplishments. He has had a successful career in set design and technical production, and does his best to help inspire his students and teach them about all aspects of the industry. But in Brasuell’s new position of authority, he plans to promote the arts across all platforms — not just in theatre. He is currently working to help bring more artwork into the Stillwater community. He has already demonstrated his capabilities by starting a Lee Brasuell 6 CONNECT 2022 Lee Brasuell’s mural at the Roxie Weber Plaza Housing Authority features several Stillwater and Oklahoma State University icons.