Longshore Performing Arts
Longshore Performing Arts is a newly founded non profit organization bringing children's theater and community arts to Chehalis, WA.
LPA was founded in 2025 and created to give local kids a place to grow, shine and belong.
Our Mission
Longshore Performing Arts' mission is to create an inclusive and inspiring space where children and adults alike can explore their creativity, grow in confidence, and build community. Through storytelling, performance and education we strive to connect hearts, uplift voices and unite our community through the shared language of the arts.

Meet Our Creative Team:
Director: Hannah Longshore

Hannah’s passion for the performing arts is both lifelong and deeply intentional. Her dedication to theater led her to study at Theatre of Arts Hollywood in Los Angeles, where she completed her professional training and graduated in 2024.
At the core of Hannah’s directing philosophy is a simple but powerful belief: every role matters. Whether leading the show or supporting from the ensemble, each performer is essential to the story being told. She is committed to cultivating a rehearsal environment where respect, collaboration, and excellence are foundational.
Long before formal conservatory training, Hannah was already investing in the next generation of performers. She launched a children’s performing arts program from her own apartment, teaching confidence, courtesy, stage presence, singing, movement, and acting skills. Her work with young performers reflects her belief that theater is not only about performance — it is about personal growth, discipline, and character development.
Now, as the founder of this nonprofit theater company, Hannah is bringing her vision fully to life. Her journey is a testament to perseverance, faith in the creative process, and the truth that meaningful dreams are built through time, courage, and hard work
Choreographer: Lucrecia (Longshore) Merriam

Lucrecia leads all movement and choreography for our productions, bringing both creativity and lifelong experience to the stage. From a young age in community theater, she gravitated toward dance and quickly developed a natural ability to learn and create choreography. At just nine years old, she had the unique opportunity to assist a choreographer, gaining firsthand insight into the creative process behind staging and movement.
In high school, she continued developing her skills as a member of the dance team, where she trained in multiple styles and strengthened both her technical foundation and stage confidence.
Today, Lucrecia channels that experience into creating engaging, meaningful choreography for the stage. Whether working with children, youth groups, weddings, or community productions, she is passionate about crafting movement that builds confidence, enhances storytelling, and brings joy to performers and audiences alike
Costume Director: Mikayla (Longshore) Robison

Mikayla brings energy, focus, and strategic clarity to our team. With a strong sense of organization and a thoughtful approach to nonprofit operations, she helps ensure that both our creative vision and administrative goals stay aligned. Her analytical mindset and clear business perspective keep projects moving forward with purpose and intention.
As Assistant Director, Mikayla is known for her exceptional attention to detail. From supporting production logistics to contributing to costume design, she plays a vital role in shaping the polished, cohesive experience our audiences enjoy. Her steady leadership, positivity, and commitment behind the scenes make her an invaluable part of our organization