The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is the "thoroughly endearing family-friendly musical" (Charles Isherwood, Broadway News) with "one foot in Harry Potter and another in Dear Evan Hansen" (Chicago Tribune) this "winning adaptation" (Hollywood Reporter) of Rick Riordan's bestselling Disney-Hyperion novel is "compelling for fans and new audiences alike!" (TheaterMania) Charles Isherwood raved that "The Lightning Thief could be called Hadestown for kids!" (Broadway News) Take a look at the clip below of the touring cast singing Another Terrible Day.

As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can't control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to find Zeus' lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. Featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has fans of all ages "cheering like the ball is being dropped on New Year's Eve!" (New York Magazine) After all, in this "action-packed, mythical adventure," (City Dads Group) "Percy Jackson is a rock star!" (NY Daily News)".

Originally commissioned, Created, and Produced Off Broadway by TheaterWorksUSA.

THE LIGHTNING THIEF is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

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