Established back in 2004, The Penguin Project developed with the intent of producing theatrical productions for children age 10 – 25 with All Abilities. What is unique about this specific design, is that all roles are filled by young, differently-abled thespians (Artists). Each young thespian in the cast will be paired up with a dedicated peer (Mentor) of similar age. Through a four month rehearsal period to the final performances, the Artists and Mentors work side by side to bring their characters and the show to life. The Penguin Project brings to light that the challenges of a disability should not impede a young artist’s ability to engage in all of life’s experiences. We could not be more thrilled to join The Penguin Project family as the 39th chapter in our nation!

For more information on The Penguin Project, please visit penguinproject.org!

Sponsored by The Wanda Covington Endowment
The Wanda Covington Endowment benefits children and adults with disabilities with special emphasis on programs that provide enjoyment and recreation and organizations and programs which provide assistance to distressed or abused animals.

2025 Production: High School Musical JR

Dates: May 4 – August 17, 2025

Camp Information:

• All-abilities theatre performed by our Penguin Project artists and mentors, ages 10-25
• Auditions (Reading Day) on May 27th & 29th
• Rehearsals begin June 3 – August 17, 2025
• Production: August 15 & 16 @ 7:00pm & August 17 @ 2:00pm
• (Download full rehearsal calendar below)

Important Events:

• 5/2/25: Penguin Project Talent Show

All Artists and Mentors must fill out a registration form as well as the release form below. You may register online and print/email a digital copy of the release form to [email protected]. 

We are always looking for volunteers! If you would like to help out with this amazing project, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page!

In order to best support our Penguins, we are capping the registration allotment for artists and mentors until we achieve the cap for both groups of performers equally before we are able to add space for additional performers. We currently have space for 15 Artists and 15 Mentors. Once enrollment is met for both groups we are able to open spots for more Artists and more Mentors. We greatly appreciate your understanding in this matter and encourage you to reach out to our education staff at [email protected] should you have any questions!

*We are currently at capacity for Artists and Mentors. If any vacancies open up, we will re-open registrations. Thanks for your interest in The Penguin Project!