05/22/2026
It’s opening night! We could not be more proud of all of our Penguin Project artists and mentors. Believe us when we say this is not a show you’ll want to miss!
📸: Jeremy Mudd
The Springfield Arts Council's Penguin Project presents
"Moana Jr"
Performances:
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 7:30pm
Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00pm
Tickets on sale at
www.jlttickets.org
Disney’s Moana JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. Moana JR. features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”
This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.
For more information on what the Penguin Project is, visit www.penguinproject.org
This production of "Moana JR" is presented by special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. (www.mtishows.com)
