The Possibility Project

The Possibility Project began in 1994 as City at Peace in Washington, D.C., in response to youth violence. A group of teens, parents, artists, and community leaders, led by Founding Director Paul Griffin, came together to create a program that was long-term, intensive, and relevant to youth. The first show, performed by 64 teens, premiered at the Warner Theater and received rave reviews and national media attention.

Demand quickly grew. By 1997, a second program launched; by 1999, requests from across the country led to a national expansion plan. The HBO documentary city at peace helped launch The Possibility Project as a national nonprofit in 2000, with programs in several U.S. cities and abroad.

In 2007, TPP focused on NYC, expanding locally with the After-School Program (2007), Foster Care Program (2009), Youth Justice Program (2015), and six virtual podcast musicals (2020-22).

To date, TPP has worked with 1,900+ NYC youth to create 48 original musicals, 90+ community action projects, six podcast musicals, one feature film, and one music video. Live audiences exceed 80,000; recorded works have reached over one million.

Our Values: Cross-cultural understanding, youth leadership, integrity, and excellence in all we do.