Aija Penix (she/her) is an accomplished multidisciplinary artist and creative engineer of Rockford, IL, and raised in Music City, USA. 

As a professional vocalist, actress, producer and director, Aija intersects her experience as a performing artist with her logistical expertise as a producer and director to tell stories that are heart forward, often dealing with the uncomfortable realities of the human experience across the African Diaspora. 

With a resume which spans film, urban, classical and musical theatre, as well as vocal arenas, Aija has a well-crafted appreciation for all areas of production. It is likely for her to have her hands in multiple areas of production at one time. This is one way to garner nominations and wins for both Best Play (producer) & Best Musical Director for the regional Broadway World Awards, but more importantly, this is one way to feed her desire to nurture her multiple gifts. 

Aija is presently a film director and producer with an evergreen passion for performance. This passion can be seen in her controversial film works and her groundbreaking staged productions. Her twenty-year career in performance art continues to evolve.