2026 Penguin Project Artists

The Penguin Project Artists Registration Form
The Penguin Project is a national organization that provides theatre opportunities for young artist with learning challenges, developmental and physical disabilities. These artists, known as Penguins, are given the opportunity to perform lead roles in a full-scale musical production while working with a peer mentor who offers support, friendship, and guidance throughout the rehearsal and performance process.

The Penguin Project is designed for participants between the ages of 8 and 22.

Rehearsals: Begin March 19th and will be typically held Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm - 6:30pm and Saturdays from 10am to 12pm.

Please note that rehearsals during the first few weeks may only be one day a week and will build to multiple days as the schedule gets closer to performances. You may not be called for each rehearsal but will be called for at least one rehearsal a week.

Performance Dates: Seussical Jr. will be performed June 19-21 at Theatre Charlotte.

Space is limited. Completing this form does not guarantee placement in the program. Registrants will be notified in mid-February.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Name*

First NameLast Name
Gender*

Female identifyingMale identifyingNon-binary
Preferred Pronouns (so we can properly refer to you)

She/HerHe/HimThey/Them
Age as of June 1, 2026*
School you are attending (or graduated from)
Grade in school
Please describe the artist's disability and some tips to help us provide support and set him/her/them up for success*
CONTACT INFO
Who should be our main point of contact related to updates in the rehearsal schedule, participation in the production and performances?*

Parent or GuardianArtistBoth
Parent or Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian Email*
example@example.com
Parent or Guardian Phone Number*
Can you receive text messages at this number?*

YesNo
Artist Email*
example@example.com
Artist Phone Number*
The best number to reach you.
Is it okay for this number to receive text messages?*

YesNo
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
MEDICAL INFORMATION/EMERGENCY CONTACT

Information will not be distributed and will remain private
Emergency Contact 1 Name*
Emergency Contact 1 Phone Number*
Emergency Contact 1 Email Address*
Emergency Contact 2 Name*
Emergency Contact 2 Phone Number*
Emergency Contact 2 Email Address*
Please list any known allergies and/or medical conditions.*
Please list any medications that may need to be administered in the event of injury, accident, sickness, behavior or preventive care.*
Please list the name, address and phone number of your first medical center preference. Please include a doctor name and direct phone number if you are able.*
PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE
I hereby grant permission to Theatre Charlotte and The Penguin Project to take and use visual images and audio recordings of me and/or my child for whom I am responsible and represent, including photographs, digital images, voices recordings, audio clips or accompanying written descriptions to be used in promotional materials such as publications, media releases, recruitment materials, publicity materials, public service announcements, or other related promotional endeavors. I agree that Theatre Charlotte and The Penguin Project owns the images and all rights related to them.*

Yes
PERMISSIONS, RELEASES AND WAIVERS

Please read and check each box below.
I agree to waive and relinquish all claims that I or my child may have for injuries or damages as a result of participating in this show. I do hereby fully release, discharge from liability and hold harmless the Penguin Project Foundation, Theatre Charlotte and affiliated officers, directors, agents and employees from any and all claims for injury, including death, damages, property damage or loss on account of participation in this Show.*

Yes
I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless and pay defense costs and defend the Penguin Project Foundation and Theatre Charlotte and affiliated officers, directors, agents and employees, from any and all claims for injury, including death, damages, property damage or loss on account of participation in this Show.*

Yes
I recognize the Director of the show has the right to terminate a participant's involvement in the show at any time due to disciplinary issues or medical issues which might jeopardize the participant's health or another participant's health, safety or well being.*

Yes
I understand it is my responsibility to make arrangements to get my participant or child to and from rehearsals and performances on time and to notify the Stage Manager if I am running late or unable to attend rehearsal.*

Yes
I understand that there is a Zero Tolerance Policy regarding physical, verbal abuse and bullying. I further understand that my child or participant may be asked to leave the program if he/she/they violate this policy.*

Yes
RESUME/HEADSHOT (Not required)
Previous Acting Experience (If you have experience you wish to share with us.)
Upload headshot/photo here (to help us identify you until we meet you in person)

JPEGs are preferred, PDFs are okay
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SCHEDULE/CONFLICTS
Rehearsals are scheduled to begin March 19th, with rehearsals scheduled on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:00pm until 6:30pm and some Saturdays from 10am to 12:00pm but are subject to change during the rehearsal period. You may not be called for all rehearsals each week. Additional rehearsal days will be added as we build closer to the performances.

The performance and tech schedule is as follows:

Saturday, June 13th (10am to 1pm) Tech rehearsal
Monday, June 15th (5pm call) First Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, June 16th (5pm call) Dress Rehearsal
Wednesday, June 17th (5pm call) Dress Rehearsal

Thursday, June 18th (5pm call) Final Dress
Friday, June 19th at 7:30pm (Opening night)
Saturday, June 20th at 7:30pm
Sunday, June 21st at 2:30pm
Please list any and all conflicts (work, vacation, school, sports, etc) that you have from March 19th thru June 21st. Listing a conflict does not prevent you from being considered for a role unless it is during a performance or tech week. *
I agree that all information contained in this document is correct and completed of my own volition and choice. Signature of parent or guardian.*

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The Penguin Project Artists Registration Form

ABOUT THE ARTIST

CONTACT INFO

MEDICAL INFORMATION/EMERGENCY CONTACT

PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE

PERMISSIONS, RELEASES AND WAIVERS

RESUME/HEADSHOT (Not required)

SCHEDULE/CONFLICTS