The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
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“A BOLT OF STAGE MAGIC.
A show that whisks you to another dimension”
– The Times
“Catchy songs, original choreography and a quirky spirit”– The Guardian
“Hugely fun. A heartfelt musical romp” – The Stage
“Joyous” – BBC Radio 2
When New York City teenager Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek god, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn as he is plunged into a world much bigger than he could possibly have imagined.
With newly discovered powers he is unable to control, an unwanted destiny and a whole textbook’s worth of mythical monsters on his trail, Percy must learn what it means to be a hero.
The future of the world hangs in the balance as Percy and his friends embark on an epic adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat.
“Masterful music and pitch perfect performances’” – Reviews Hub
“Just what the West End has been missing. You are guaranteed the night of your life” – Radio Times
“Completely magical” – Official London Theatre
Adapted from Rick Riordan’s best-selling novel by Joe Tracz, writer of Be More Chill, and with an electrifying rock score by Rob Rokicki, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is the perfect adventure for gods and mortals alike.
The tide is turning…book your tickets today.
“Theatrical magic! I came out of the theatre ready to battle a barrage of monsters” – All That Dazzles
“Electrifying. A thrilling, heartfelt experience that captures the magic of mythology, the challenges of growing up and the universal desire to make our parents proud” – Sound and Stage
Cast
Max Harwood as Percy Jackson
Scott Folan as Grover
Jessica Lee as Annabeth
Paisley Billings as Sally Jackson
Greg Barnett as Mr Brunner
Joe Allen as Mr D
Samantha Mbolekwa as Clarisse
Joaquin Pedro Valdes as Luke
Philip Catchpole Ensemble
Morgan Gregory Ensemble
Charlotte O’Rourke Ensemble
Alex Waxman Ensemble
Cast for performances from 5 March to be announced.
Creatives:
Book: Joe Tracz
Music and Lyrics: Rob Rokicki
Director & Choreographer: Lizzi Gee
Set & Costume Designer: Ryan Dawson Laight
Lighting Designer: Charlie Morgan Jones
Sound Designer: Dominic Bilkey
Video Designer: Duncan McLean
Orchestrations: Wiley DeWeese and Rob Rokicki
Musical Supervisor: Jeremy Wootton
Musical Director: Ben McQuigg
Illusions: Richard Pinner
Fight Director: Lisa Connell
Puppet Director: Laura Cubitt
Assistant Director: Danielle Kassaraté
Assistant Choreographer: Libby Watts
Associate Set & Costume Designer: Christophe Eynde
Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Produced by Bill Kenwright Ltd and Paul Taylor-Mills
This production continues to support the new writing development fund at The Other Palace. 50p from each ticket sold on all productions in the Main House, will be allocated to a ringfenced fund specifically to support the development of new writing and emerging playwrights.