Performer in a blue costume with a white necktie dancing on stage with children watching, a lighthouse prop and small sailboats in the background
Three actors on stage in a farm play scene, with a backdrop of a red barn with a sign that says 'HATCHED'. Two women in checkered shirts and a man in the middle hold sticks, pretending to control small, fuzzy chick puppets on the floor. Props include
A woman smiling and holding a bouquet of colorful paper flowers, a young boy standing nearby covering his mouth and smiling, and two women in the background sitting on the floor wearing masks.
A man dressed as a farmer in a blue hat and overalls entertains a group of children sitting on the floor during a puppet show about a farm scene with carrots and other vegetables.
Actors performing on stage in a theatrical production, with one actor holding hands with another while four others observe and smile, set against a plain purple background.

Treehouse Shakers creates original arts programming that encourages multi-generational audiences to experience a connection to their community.

Our purpose remains as it was when we created our first dance-play in 1997: To capture the artistically rich beauty and simplicity of the human imagination. Melding dance, music, and interactive visual elements with a script, our repertoire includes 21 works that address every age level within youth programming, from babies to teens.

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Sail Away
Jan 11
Sail Away
A woman and a young girl are playing with a large, pink, fluffy dog at a Treehouse Shakers show. The woman has her arm around the girl, both are smiling, and they appear to be enjoying the moment.
A woman with short blonde hair helping two young girls with craft activities at a table, with a colorful barn-themed backdrop behind them.
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Education Programs

We provide public workshops, in-school residencies, and staff developments for educators.

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Children sitting on a carpet, some looking surprised or curious, during an outdoor event at night.
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Community Programs

We tour locally and nationally, sharing our award winning programs with audiences of all ages.

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A woman dressed as a fairy with blue wings and a red and white costume hands a cookie to a young boy in a black shirt. The scene takes place on a stage with other children and adults, some dressed as fairies, and decorative flying plates hanging from the ceiling.
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About Us

Since our founding in 1997, we have created 21 original works that explore narrative styles through universal themes.

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A colorfully collaged message reading 'Treehouse Shakers' and 'Branching Out' over a background of pink roses and green leaves.

Branching OUT

Our awarded LGBTQIA+ school programming, is now booking school residencies for SY25-26.

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Three actors on stage in a farm-themed play, surrounded by fake chickens and ducklings, with a barn backdrop and a sign that reads 'HATCHED'.

Mara’s Treehouse

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Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Treehouse Shakers, Mara McEwin , provides company news, updates and behind the scenes looks at some of Treehouse Shakers productions.