Welcome to
​Deertrees Theatre!

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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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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

Chloe Call

Theatre intern
​and Costume Designer​

Evan Cuddy

Music Director ​

Antonio Harmsen Villa

Production Manager
​and Stage Manager ​

Antonio Harmsen Villa

Theatre Staff
​and performer  ​

Rick Faugno

Kid's Workshop Director  ​

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

Cheryl McLaughlin, President
Thomas Vose, Vice President
David Barker, Treasurer
Christine Molloy, Secretary

Patricia Bradshaw
Janet Guidi
​​Susan Searles Gazza
David Percival
Karen Pettengill
Barbara Stauble
Linda Chenevert
Kaye Sykes
​Trish Murrin


Kathleen Leslie, Past President

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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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Upcoming Events

Always…Patsy Cline

June 24-25, 2022
Always…Patsy Cline is a musical, starring Katie Connor and Gail Phaneuf, based on the true story about Patsy Cline's friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger,​
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Don Campbell

July 9, 2022
Don Campbell, born and raised in Maine, is an Award-Winning, Singer-Songwriter, who fronts the Don Campbell Band - a polished and versatile 5-pc. ensemble.
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Learn More

Susie Pepper & Mixology​

July 29, 2022
Susie Pepper & Mixology will present a one-of-a-kind concert with songs of Celine Dion and Barbara Streisand.
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Learn More

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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