Welcome to  Deertrees Theatre!
Summer Shows from June - Sept!

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​In 1936 a stunning opera house was built on the site of an old deer run in the forest above the friendly village of Harrison, Maine.

The theatre was the vision of opera singer Enrica Clay-Dillon. It was designed by Harrison G. Wiseman, a famous theatre architect of the day who was instructed to “Create the most acoustically and technically perfect theatre possible.”

​Constructed of rose hemlock, in the Adirondack Style, with hand-carved fixtures and near perfect acoustics, the 300 seat theatre was considered as fine as any on Broadway! 

Now listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, the theatre is operated as a non-profit organization and presents a diverse schedule of performances and events, both musical and theatrical, every summer.

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Deertrees Theatre is a 501(c)3 non-profit arts organization.  Your tax-deductible donation directly supports our programing and operations. You can donate below with a credit card via PayPal Guest Check-out or send your donation to: Deertrees Theatre
PO Box 577, Harrison, ME 04040

Click or scan to Donate and we Thank YOU!!

Our Mission

Deertrees Theatre is dedicated to the development and cultivation of the arts in our area of Western Maine, together with the restoration and preservation of our landmark theater building, and the presentation of ​theatrical, musical and gallery art forms during the summer.

Staff
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Gail Phaneuf

Artistic & Executive
​Director
Theatre intern Emily Pattle
​and Sound Operator, Salt Lick manager​
Athena, Kate, Dylan, Emily
​-A GREAT STAFF!

Antonio Harmsen Villa

Production Manager
​and Stage Manager ​

Antonio Harmsen Villa

Theatre Staff
​and performer  ​
Atheana Rajinai Light board Op / Intern
​SINGER!

Madison Mayer

Salt Lick Cafe Manager, performer and theatre staff ​

Michael Clark Wonson

Lighting Designer
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Ken Ross 
Set design and construction

Board of Directors

 2022 Board Members
President - Cheryl McLaughlin
Vice President - Tom Vose
Treasurer - Trish Murrin
Secretary - David Percival

Susan Searles Gazza
Barb Stauble
Linda Chenevert 
Kaye Sykes
Chris Molloy - Volunteer Coordinator
Karen Pettingill  - Art Gallery Curator
Pat Bradshaw
Janet Guidi - Salt Lick Cafe Coordinator
Dave Barker

Past President Kaye Leslie
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Consider Deertrees for your Wedding or Special Event!


​Deertrees is available for Spring, Summer and September weddings and functions.
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The theater as well as the outdoor space make it a most magical place for your friends and family to gather and celebrate life's milestones.  Please Contact Us if you are interested in scheduling an event!

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Plan Your Visit to Deertrees!


​The Friendly Village of Harrison is located at the head of Long Lake in the heart of the Bridgton Lakes Region of Western Maine. It's an easy drive from Lewiston, Portland and the Mt. Washington Valley, and less than half an hour from Bethel, Sebago and Lovell. Harrison has several restaurants, two general stores and even an ice cream parlor. Numerous lodging options are nearby including inns, bed 'n breakfast, campgrounds, cottages and condos to rent plus several small motels.

​Become a Part of the Deertrees Community

​We are incredibly grateful to the many individuals and sponsors who make it possible to keep our special playhouse running. We truly couldn’t do it without you.

​Send Us a Note!

Questions or comments about Deertrees Playhouse and our programming?
​Please don’t hesitate to drop us a line. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
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