named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Interns and Apprentices
Provides hands-on training and learning opportunities for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students pursuing careers in theater
Mainstage Productions
Produces a season of new plays and musicals, including world premieres, in an intimate theater setting; recent works explore themes of friendship, immigration, racial justice, and family dynamics
Subscriber Program
Offers season subscriptions and flex passes that provide cost savings, priority seating, free ticket exchanges, and discounts at local businesses
Volunteer Program
Engages volunteers in ushering, concessions, and event support at the Barn Theatre and community events
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Professional Theatrical Production 2 activities
- Developing and premiering original theatrical worksCommissions, develops, and premieres original plays and musicals, including works that have achieved national and international recognition such as "The Devil's Music: The Life & Blues of Bessie Smith" and the original play that evolved into the Broadway musical and Academy Award-winning film "Finding Neverland." Also presents world premieres of new musicals and plays by contemporary playwrights.
- Producing and presenting live theatrical performancesProduces professional live theater, including plays and musicals, in the Lower Hudson Valley, with regular performances scheduled on Thursdays through Sundays and multiple shows on weekends. The organization has produced 150 plays and entertained over 400,000 people since 1977, including world premieres of new works and productions that have gone on to broader recognition.
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Event and Production Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Engaging volunteers in theater operationsRecruits and utilizes volunteers to support audience services through ushering, concession operations, and hospitality during performances and special events.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Offering corporate and production sponsorshipsProvides sponsorship opportunities that offer brand visibility in connection with theatrical productions and events, engaging businesses in support of the arts.
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Performing Arts Ticket Access Programs 1 activity
- Offering ticket sales, subscriptions, and group discountsSells single tickets for plays and musicals, offers season and flex pass subscriptions with cost savings, and provides discounted rates for groups, patrons aged 30 and under, and weekday matinees. Subscribers receive benefits such as priority seating, free ticket exchanges, and discounts on additional tickets and at local businesses.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Operating an accessible theater venueOperates a theater with 12 rows of seating, all within 30 feet of the stage and with unobstructed views, and provides handicapped-accessible entrances, restrooms, and wheelchair seating. Offers free adjacent parking for visitors, including limited handicapped parking, and provides eight infrared assistive listening devices at each performance for patrons with hearing needs.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Providing educational and training opportunities in theaterOffers hands-on learning experiences in theater production and performance for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students, supporting the development of emerging theater professionals.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Accepting and managing ticket donations and tax-deductible contributionsAccepts ticket donations from subscribers or individual buyers who release their seats up to two hours before a performance, providing tax-deductible acknowledgment. Also accepts general cash donations to support its mission.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$824K
Contributions & grants$319K39%
Program service revenue$496K60%
Investment income$9K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$803K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$346K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$413K
Cash$318K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$413K
Liquid reserves4.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +11.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH BRANCATO | ARTISTIC DIRECTOR | 50 | $44K |
board members · 16
- ANDREW M HORN — PRESIDENT
- ANGELO PARRA — SECRETARY
- CARTER GREEN — TRUSTEE
- DONNA LENNANE — TRUSTEE
- EILEEN SHEA — TREASURER
- ELSA JEAN DAVIDSON — TRUSTEE
- FRANCINE NEWMAN-MCCARTHY — VICE PRESIDENT
- JANET GUERRA — TRUSTEE
- JOSEPH GROSSO — TRUSTEE
- KENNETH MURPHY — TRUSTEE
- PATTY MALONEY-TITLAND — TRUSTEE
- RANDOLPH CARROLL — TRUSTEE
- RICHARD SENA — TRUSTEE
- SONIA TRACEY — TRUSTEE
- STEPHEN KATZ — TRUSTEE
- W CHARLES SQUIRES — TRUSTEE
relationships · 44
Who they work with
- Andrew M. Horn Government — Executive Director of Penguin Rep Theatre
- Andrew M. Horn Government — Executive Director of Penguin Rep Theatre, listed as contact for donor inquiries
- Avanti'sl Pizzeria Partner — Offers 12% discount to Penguin Rep patrons with tickets or subscriber card.
- Beni’s Trattoria Partner — Offers 10% dine-in discount to Penguin Rep patrons with same-day ticket or subscriber card.
- Bernard & Anne Spitzer Charitable Trust Funder — Supported Penguin Rep Theatre's 2026 season.
- Cincinnati Playhouse Partner — Presented a production developed at Penguin Rep.
- Fiesta Acapulco Partner — Offers 10% off full dining bill to Penguin Rep patrons with tickets or subscriber card.
- Fireside Steak Pub Partner — Offers 10% off full dining bill to Penguin Rep patrons with tickets or subscriber card.
- Gilligan’s Clam Bar & Grill Partner — Offers 10% off full dining bill on day of show to Penguin Rep patrons with tickets or subscriber card.
- Gyro Point Plus Partner — Offers 10% off check on day of show with ticket stubs to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Halligan’s Public House Partner — Offers 10% discount on food with ticket stubs or subscriber card to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Hudson Water Club Partner — Offers 10% discount to Penguin Rep Theatre patrons with tickets or subscriber card, excluding Saturdays and holidays.
- Hudson’s Mill Tavern Partner — Offers 10% off the check with Penguin Rep tickets or subscriber discount card.
- Hydro-Quebec Energy Services Funder — Supported Penguin Rep Theatre's 2026 season.
- Inka Terra Partner — Offers Penguin Rep patrons with tickets or subscriber card a choice of 10% off full dining bill, free glass of Sangria, or free dessert with meal.
- Joe Brancato Government — Founding Artistic Director of Penguin Rep Theatre
- Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise Partner — Presented a production developed at Penguin Rep.
- Lynch’s On The Green Partner — Offers 10% off check on day of show with tickets or subscriber card to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Min Sushi Partner — Offers 10% off full dining bill (excluding lunch specials) with ticket stubs or subscriber card to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Montreal Jazz Festival Partner — Presented a production developed at Penguin Rep.
- New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Supported Penguin Rep Theatre's 2026 season.
- Orange & Rockland Utilities Funder — Supported Penguin Rep Theatre's 2026 season.
- Pasta Cucina Partner — Offers price-fixed dinner and lunch specials to Penguin Rep patrons who show tickets or subscriber card.
- Patriot Lounge Partner — Offers 10% off food, beverage, and activities on day of show with tickets to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Penguin Rep Theatre Partner — Collaborates on ticketing and audience engagement for Flex Pass Subscribers.
- Penguin Rep Theatre Partner — Presenting organization for performances listed in the schedule.
- Playa Cancun Partner — Offers 10% off full dining bill on day of show with tickets or subscriber card to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Posa Posa Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Partner — Offers free glass of wine, cannoli, or ice cream with purchase of full meal and presentation of Penguin Rep tickets or subscriber card.
- Raices Modern Mexican Restaurant Partner — Offers 10% off meal on day of show with tickets or subscriber card to Penguin Rep patrons.
- Rockland County Legislature Funder — Supported Penguin Rep Theatre's 2026 season.
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strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- New Play Development through World Premieresmethodology: new-play-developmentBy developing and producing world premiere plays and musicals, Penguin Players supports emerging and established playwrights and fosters innovation in theatre, because introducing original works cultivates artistic growth and engages audiences with fresh, socially relevant narratives.
- Theatrical Storytelling for Social Explorationmethodology: theatrical_storytelling_with_historical_figuresBy using dramatic narratives that feature historical figures and interweave time and identity, the organization explores justice, shared humanity, and the impact of societal change on LGBTQ+ families, because immersive storytelling fosters empathy and deepens audience engagement with complex social themes.