Plays
Recipe for the Holiday
Written by Katherine Michelle Tanner
When a psychiatrist radio show host gives her advice, she matches it with a perfect recipe. This new musical sprinkles a dash of comedy and a dash of drama, creating the perfect recipe for the holiday.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Notes from the Dashboard
Written by Katherine Michelle Tanner
When a lifelong AA member recruits a new AA Member to be his driver, little does he know there is a long road ahead for both of them. This beautiful new play dissects the crossroads of addiction and abuse and the amazing action to overcome both of those demons through resilience and trust.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
The Silver Screen Sings
Written by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Tree Fort Productions proudly brings the most iconic movie songs to life in The Silver Screen Sings Cabaret. Singer Martina Long and writer/singer Katherine Michelle Tanner share the very best songs from different decades of film. There is something for everyone. It is a night of pure entertainment where the movies take center stage and the music tells the story.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Women of Broadway
Written by Katherine Michelle Tanner
The Women of Broadway Cabaret highlights the history and great music from our female Musical Theatre Writers. It leaves you humming the tune of a piece of American history as we celebrate the talent of these amazing composers.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Mann’s Last Dance
Written by Katherine Michelle Tanner
One Woman Show
60 Minutes
*Staged Reading Available
*Audio Recording Available
*Full Production Tour Available
When confronted with the most paralyzing life-or-death situation, Mann’s Last Dance, examines the lengths one young woman will go to stand up to authority and fight for what is right for humanity.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Nineteen
Written and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Small Cast Version: 2 W
60 minutes
Large Cast Version: 2M 5W
66 minutes 1 Act
Play with Music
*Staged Reading Available
*Audio Recording Available
*Full Production Tour Available
When two former college roommates return to their alma matter, they challenge each other on their ability to speak up and share their truth. They follow the strengths, struggles and ultimate success of the American suffragist moment through the ratification and passing the Nineteenth Amendment giving American women the right to vote.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Shakespeare’s Lovers
Written and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Cast: 1F 2 M
60 minutes 1 Act
*Staged Reading Available
*Audio Recording Available
*Full Production Tour Available
Get lost in the timeless love of Shakespeare’s Lovers. When a young female painter accidentally meets a young male poet in a pool of water we unravel the beautiful story of first love, lost love, and lasting love. Combining 29 of Shakespeare’s Sonnets and 19 new sonnets this tale of love is eternal.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Theatre for Young Audiences
The Storybook Nutcracker
Written and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Based on the Libretto by Marius Petia and Lev Ivanov
Including the music by the original composer Pytor Illyich Tchaikovsky
Small Cast Version of 10 or more
Large Cast Version of 20 or more
60 Minutes
*Staged Reading Available
*Audio Recording Available
*Full Production Available
In the old town streets of Germany on Christmas Eve, Clara and her brother Fritz enjoy a holiday party that even they weren’t prepared for. This classic holiday tale maintains its family-friendly storytelling while turning the traditional tale upside down.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
The Enchanted Toy Shop
Written and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Cast: 9 Principal Characters, all sing solos
Flexible Casting for Ensemble
60 minutes 1 Act
Once a year the toys gather round for an enchanted night of granting wishes from a wishing well placed inside their shop. This year is fraught with new challenges as each toy presents its own wish to be granted. Drama ensues as the toys learn an important lesson about teaming up and taking care of themselves before taking care of others.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Pippi Longstocking
Book Written by Astrid Lindgren
Adapted and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Cast: 6 Principals all sing
9 Ensemble all sing
Flexible Casting for Ensemble
60 minutes, 1 Act
When young Pippi Longstocking moves into the small town of Villekula, Sweden she is determined to make new friends. Little does she know, the town has much to learn from this young girl with long red braids, a strong work ethic and a curiosity for all things.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
The Little Match Girl
Written by Hans Christian Andersen
Adaption Written, and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Cast: 8 Principals all sing
Flexible casting for Ensemble
85 minutes 2 Acts
When a high school English class draws the classic story of The Little Match Girl to reenact for their upcoming project, they enlist the help of some younger talent trying to earn their Girl Scout drama badge. This play is performed in two acts, act one being full of comedy while act two tugs at your heartstrings with beautiful music and unforgettable story telling.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Thumbelina
Written by Hans Christian Andersen
Adaption Written, and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Cast: 12 Principals all sing
Flexible casting for Ensemble
60 minutes 1 Act
Based on the Dutch tale, this story blossoms into a drama with a lesson of accepting yourself and fighting for what you truly believe in. This wonderful ensemble piece offers something for everyone with creatures and characters who drive the story of Thumbelina standing up for herself and her desire to find true love. The pop music score is fun and engaging while the classic story is revitalized for all audiences.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
Alice in Wonderland: The Musical
Written and composed by Katherine Michelle Tanner
The magical tale comes to life with a great new score and characters fully embodied by the Tree Fort Productions Youth Acting Company. Don’t miss this family-friendly event.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
The Lament of the Lost Mermaid
by Katherine Michelle Tanner
Be pulled under the wave of the mysterious creature that appears and disappears and who we are drawn to just the same.
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Tree Fort Productions for rights and royalties #941.544.2276
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