Strengthened by community partnership, Treehouse Theater (THT) has been supporting youth education and development through quality performing arts programming since 2012. Once limited to Manitowoc and Two Rivers, families now come as far as Sheboygan, Brillion, and Green Bay to participate in programming and join in the audiences. S
ince 2012, THT has featured 2,000+ youth in 30+ local musical productions, won awards at the Junior Theater Festival national competitions in Atlanta, designed and renovated their 11,000 sq ft studio, and presented numerous fundraising events to sustain their mission. Year-round operations of this nonprofit are guided by the Board of Directors. Karen Rohrer, integral founder of the organization, serves as full-time Executive Director. Karen is joined by part-time team members: Erin Nycz, Education Director; Danielle Frahm, Office Manager; and John Iannitello, Facility Manager. THT secures a fresh directing team for each musical and any interested student can choose to audition for the opportunity to appear onstage as cast members, apply as Jr. production team members, or volunteer to assist as members of the stage or technical crews. Each cast is a blend of new and returning student actors, all of whom are encouraged to explore their artistic individuality, be creative and responsible, improve their listening skills, and gain self-confidence while making new friends. Each theater class and musical production attracts students from multiple public and private schools as well as from home school settings. The Spring 2023 production of "SHREK JR" featured 62 student actors who attend 27 different schools or are home schooled. THT takes great pride in exceeding the commonly low expectations for youth theater and audiences are repeatedly impressed by the high-quality sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and talent level of the student performers. BRANCHING OUT
THT earned a full grant to purchase the building at 910 Washington St in downtown Manitowoc in July of 2019. The expansive THT volunteer base - including 175+ staff, board members, community arts enthusiasts, youth and families – completed over 5,000 hours of labor to demolish and revitalize this amazing new youth arts center. Grand Opening was June 1, 2021. For more information, please visit www.treehousetheater.com
We didn’t just hit our goal… we bent and snapped right past it 💅✨
Because of YOU, we smashed our 175 ticket goal for opening night—honestly, the way Elle Woods crushed the LSAT has nothing on this energy 💖
So let’s celebrate the only way we know how… a GIVEAWAY 🎟️🎟️
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We’re picking THREE winners—because one just didn’t feel extra enough
Winners will be announced soon… so start channeling your inner Elle and tell us what you love most 💕
04/16/2026
Before we keep painting the town pink… we’re taking a moment to quiet everything else.
No color. No sparkle. No distractions.
Just this cast. This crew. This director.
And the kind of talent that doesn’t need anything extra to shine.
There’s something powerful about seeing it stripped back—just pure dedication, heart, and the countless hours poured into every line, every step, every detail.
We are in absolute awe of what these young performers and leaders have created together.
The pink will be back. The energy will be loud.
But right now… we’re just grateful to witness the magic. 🖤
04/15/2026
Senior Spotlight!💡
Meet: Sophie Korinek
Role: Brooke, frat boy, delta nu, girls chorus
Treehouse shows: 15 (counting camps)
Dream role: Sophie ‘Mamma Mia’, Karen ‘Mean Girls’, and Belle ‘Beauty and the Beast’
Favorite memory: Parking lot shenanigans
Who makes you laugh the most: My sister
Go to drink: Bubblr
Vibe in three emojis: 📸🎶💅
Plans after graduation: I plan on studying to become a Forensic Nurse!!
Shoutout: My parents, sister, and grandparents for giving me the confidence to be a part of theater and always believing in me!(I love you guys) And thank you Treehouse Theater it’s been fun🤍
04/15/2026
We may have been busy painting the town pink, but that’s not all we’ve been up to!
As we close our 14th season with Legally Blonde Jr, we’re ready to share what our 15th season will bring….but not just yet!
Join us tomorrow at the CCC for our opening performance of Legally Blonde JR and be among the first to experience our official season reveal!
But to keep you guessing, we’ll leave you with a few clues…
In October, we’ll look at a family that does things their own way. 🖤
In December, we’re pulling from the archives to share a classic story that shows how a friendship can change everything. ✨
In February, we’ll tell a tale about a cranky hero who discovers where he truly belongs.
And next April we’re reaching new heights and seizing new dreams, finding our strength by standing together. ✊
Drop your guesses below!⬇️
04/15/2026
We’re painting the town pink one building at a time… and somehow we still have plenty left in the paint budget 💗🎨
Tomorrow, the curtain rises on Legally Blonde Jr. at the Capitol Civic Centre and we are READY.
If you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, consider this your sign: bend, snap, and get them before Elle and the cast take the stage tomorrow night ✨🐾
04/14/2026
Senior Spotlight! 💡
Meet: Angelica Figueroa
Role: Pilar
Treehouse shows: 4 shows (including jtf)
Dream role: Jane Doe in Ride the Cyclone, Wednesday in Adams Family
Favorite Memory: Joking around with the Greek chorus
Who makes you laugh the most?: The Delta Nu Greek Chorus🩷
Go-to drink: Dr Pepper
Vibe in three emojis: 💄🍣🙈
Plans after graduation: I’m going to UW-GB majoring in pre-med, then I’ll be continuing my education at UW-Madison to reach my career goal of a pediatric doctor!
Shoutout: My sisters for working so hard in this show!🩷🩷🩷
04/14/2026
We’re SO close 💗🎭….so we’re still painting Manitowoc Pink!
Every single ticket sold right now matters more than ever. It’s not just a number—it’s confidence for our cast, support for youth arts, and proof that this community shows up.
If you’ve been thinking about coming, this is your moment to jump in and help us hit that goal together.
🎟️ Let’s push it over the line
🎭 Let’s pack those seats
💗 Let’s show these kids what support really looks like
Treehouse Theater is almost there—help us finish strong!
We’re still painting the town pink… 💖….but we needed to take a break to wow the cast!
We recently revealed the set to our cast for the very first time—and their reactions say it all. ✨
(You’ll have to come see it for yourself… we couldn’t give it all away just yet!)
This show is full of heart, hard work, and big dreams coming to life on stage. Watching these young performers step into this world has been nothing short of magical.
Come be part of the excitement, the joy, and the story they’re so proud to share.
🎟 Get your tickets today and experience the magic with us.
Dream Roles: Jean Valjean (Les Misérables), Jon (Tick Tick Boom), and Genie (Aladdin)!
Favorite Memory: My favorite part of this show has been all of the extra rehearsals we’ve added since Winter break and the work and dedication put in by my cast mates!
Who makes you laugh the most?
Anna Stefiuk
Go-to drink: Apple Juice or Chocolate Milk!
My vibe in 3 emojis: 🏃🏼🎵😜
Plans after graduation: Double Major in Music and Actuarial Science at UW-Madison!
Shoutout: Ephraim & Gratian, you guys have been super amazing and prepared and it’s been awesome working with you!!!
Get your tickets to see Dominick in action next week, April 16-19 at the Capitol Civic Center!
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Strengthened by community partnership, Treehouse Theater (THT) has been proactively supporting youth education and development through quality performing arts programming since 2012. Working to “keep the arts alive,” THT offers year-round theater education classes, specialty workshops, and performance opportunities EXCLUSIVELY for youth between ages 4-18. This sole focus on youth developments makes THT a unique nonprofit community arts organization in Northeast Wisconsin. Once limited to Manitowoc and Two Rivers, families now come from Valders, Sheboygan, Howards Grove, Brillion, Denmark, and Green Bay to participate in programming and join in the audiences.
Formed in the living room of our Executive Director, Karen Rohrer, this non-profit organization strives to challenge and inspire youth to explore creativity, become more confident and responsible, develop a strong work ethic, and recognize the true value of open communication and teamwork. We believe that all these qualities lead to strong, contributing community members who are well prepared for future success!
In 7 1/2 years, Treehouse has produced 22 high-quality local musicals, won awards at six of the past seven Junior Theater Festival national competitions, designed and built their first rehearsal studio on Franklin St, launched Acting Academy classes, hosted multiple specialty arts workshops, recently purchased their own building at 910 Washington St and leading the full revitalization project, PLUS worked numerous fundraising events to sustain their mission.
Under the guidance of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is the only full-time staff member. With an eye for blending business needs with artistic vision, Karen serves as Producer for each musical and is responsible for overall quality assurance, financial oversight, community relations/impact, fund development, marketing, volunteer coordination, plus facility and costume rentals. Thirty-three adults and youth comprise four operating committees; each meets regularly with Mrs. Rohrer to ensure group consideration for programming and to document policies needed for a consistent, sustainable organization.
Treehouse provides programming for interested youth and our scholarships ensure that all interested students can participate. Continued community support is VITAL to our success.
