Darrick Penny is a professional Actor, Singer, and Voice Over Artist based in New York City.
About Darrick
Darrick Penny is a New York City–based actor, singer, and voiceover artist with a commanding bass/baritone, a grounded presence, and the kind of storytelling instinct that keeps audiences leaning in.
A Meisner-trained actor, Darrick thrives in the beautifully unpredictable magic of live performance — fully present, emotionally honest, and always ready to tell the truth of the moment (even when wearing period tights or singing in 7/8 time). He holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Elon University and an MFA in Acting from Florida Atlantic University, and has performed professionally across the country in everything from Golden Age classics and operetta to bold new works and contemporary musical theatre.
Born in Mesa, Arizona and raised between Albuquerque, New Mexico and Valdese, North Carolina, Darrick grew up navigating different cultures, communities, accents, landscapes, and probably a few questionable casseroles. That upbringing shaped both his versatility as a performer and his ability to connect deeply with a wide range of stories and people.
Whether stepping into a leading role or strengthening the heartbeat of an ensemble, Darrick brings depth, authority, generosity, and heart to every room he enters. Directors appreciate his collaborative spirit, castmates trust his steadiness, and audiences tend to remember the voice.
Offstage, Darrick is a proud husband and father to a daughter — which means he now performs daily improv scenes involving stuffed animals, snack negotiations, and emotionally charged readings of Goodnight Moon. Fatherhood has sharpened his sense of presence, play, and perspective in ways no acting class ever could.
-”Darrick Penny gives the stand-out performance of the night as Tom Collins, with his ‘I’ll Cover You Reprise’ both heart-wrenchingly acted and beautifully sung.”
-”Coalhouse is the emotional epicenter of ‘Ragtime’ and Penny channels all of this energy into a brilliant performance.”
-”Darrick Penny’s portrayal of Papa Ge reminded me of Dr. Facilier from ‘The Princess and the Frog’ as he creates a perfect caricature of Death that also includes accessories similar to the Disney villain.”
– “Darrick Penny, an Elon University alum and Equity member, reprises the role of Tom Collins in his MTC debut and brings his marvelously low bass voice to the tear-inducing “I’ll Cover You.” Kudos to Penny on a memorable performance.”
-”Darrick Penny makes an impressive local debut as jewel thief Ledge…I wish I’d heard more of his lovely singing voice.”
-”Darrick Penny exudes a heartfelt earnestness in ‘Marry Me A Little’ among other numbers.”
-“Darrick Penny was perfectly cast as the wicked God Papa Ge. From the outset he oozes evil, always a threat to whomever he comes upon. His voice cut like a knife with gripping effect.”
-”Penny’s Jafar is funny with a fine sense of comic villainy and sardonic wit.”
– “Darrick Penny brings an enormous well of feelings to the reprise of ‘I’ll Cover You’, making this song more significant than I have ever seen in any other production of Rent”