**Theater in the Woods Vermont CO** is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2016 by Glenn Tarbell, Wheaton Squier, and Melissa Chesnut-Tangerman. The organization obtained its tax-exempt status in 2017 and operates with a mission to foster creativity through theater education and performances in natural settings, specifically in woodland environments.

### History  
Theater in the Woods Vermont CO was established to provide theatrical training and community-driven productions. Its founding emphasized integrating arts education with outdoor experiences, leveraging Vermont's rural landscape as both a venue and inspiration for creative expression.

### Programs and Activities  
The organization focuses on **summer camps** and **community theater productions**, offering participants opportunities to engage in acting, stagecraft, and collaborative storytelling. Programs cater primarily to children and adolescents, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and artistic exploration. Alumni testimonials highlight the transformative impact of its theater camps, which feature original scripts and character-driven performances.

### Leadership and Governance  
The organization is led by a board of directors, including co-founder Melissa Chesnut-Tangerman, Wheaton Squier, Meg Bouchard, and Rainbow Squier. Glenn Tarbell, another co-founder, remains associated with the organization's governance. Financial support is maintained through donations and a dedicated scholarship fund to ensure accessibility for participants regardless of socioeconomic background.

### Recognition and Partnerships  
While specific awards are not detailed in available records, Theater in the Woods Vermont CO has garnered endorsements from local educators and arts professionals, including praise from Poultney High School staff and SolarFest leadership. It operates independently but shares Vermont's theatrical community with organizations such as Shakespeare in the Woods, though no formal partnership between the two entities is documented.

[1] https://www.theaterinthewoodsvt.org/our-mission-and-board/ [2] https://www.theaterinthewoodsvt.org [3] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/82-0913871 [4] https://www.taxexemptworld.com/organization.asp?tn=2509451 [5] https://www.shakespeareinthewoods.org/about-us