Our 2026 Student Sponsorship Winner
A Great Big Congratulations to Finn Matzek of Jeffersonville High School, the 2026 Recipient of the Rose Island Playhouse Student Scholarship. Finn intends on pursuing his BFA in Acting at the Theater School of DePaul in Chicago. All of us at Rose Island wish Finn the best of luck in his endeavors and congratulations.
About Rose Island Playhouse
Rose Island Scholarship Program
Rose Island Playhouse offers an annual $500 scholarship to a local high school student with a passion for creativity, growth, and community. While an interest in the performing arts is encouraged, students from all backgrounds are welcome to apply.
Applications are reviewed anonymously, with recipients selected based on the strength of their submission. If you’re ready to take the next step toward your goals, we invite you to apply. Application available at the bottom of the page.
Who We Are
The Junior Board
Join the Next Generation of Leaders at Rose Island Playhouse
Rose Island Playhouse invites motivated high school students—ideally beginning in their freshman year—to apply for our Junior Board. This program offers a unique opportunity to be part of a working theater while gaining real leadership experience from the ground up.
Junior Board members hold a seat at our monthly Board of Directors meetings and actively contribute to the organization’s growth and success. Members are involved in all aspects of production, from assisting with shows and building sets to supporting the day-to-day inner workings of the theater.
This is more than participation—it’s leadership. As a Junior Board member, you’ll play a direct role in shaping productions, supporting the organization, and strengthening the arts in your community.