'The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical' announces new closing date
Based on the best-selling book series by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief tells the story of teenager Percy Jackson, who discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek god, Poseidon.
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will close early at The Other Palace in London. The show will now run through 15 June and begins a UK tour this August.
Based on the best-selling book series by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief tells the story of teenager Percy Jackson, who discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek god, Poseidon. Set on an adventure with two newfound friends, all while trying to control his new powers, Percy finds out what it means to be a hero.
The London cast includes Morgan Gregory as Percy Jackson, Lizzy-Rose Esin-Kelly as Annabeth, Angus Benstead as Grover, Paisley Billings as Sally Jackson/Medusa, Jazz Evans as Mr Brunner/Poseidon/Hades, Joshua Lay as Mr D, Kenedy Small as Clarisse, Xander Pang as Luke/Ares with Philip Catchpole, Owen Lloyd, Rachel Moran, and Alex Waxman in the ensemble.
In a review for LondonTheatre.co.uk, our critic said: "Directed by Lizzi Gee, the production is a whirlwind trip into an unbelievable fantasy. There are rows of Percy Jackson fans, clutching books and wearing T-shirts, on the night I see it — every one of them was totally captivated."
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Photo credit: The Lightning Thief. (Photo by Manuel Harlan)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical about?
Rick Riordan's 2005 beloved novel, The Lighting Thief, comes to the London stage in an exciting rock musical starring Max Harwood (Stranger Things) as Percy Jackson, the young New Yorker who discovers he is a demigod.
How do you book tickets for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical?
Book tickets for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical on London Theatre.
Where is The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical playing?
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is playing at The Other Palace - Main Theatre. The theatre is located at 12 Palace Street, London, SW1E 5JA.
What's the age requirement for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical?
The recommended age for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is Ages 8+..
How long is The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical?
The running time of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
Who wrote The Lighting Thief?
The musical adaptation is by Joe Tracz.
Who directed The Lighting Thief?
Lizzi Gee stages the show.
What songs are in The Lighting Thief?
The rock musical has many songs, including My Grand Plan, Good Kid, and Drive.
Is The Lighting Thief appropriate for kids?
This exciting musical is a great family-friendly show best for those ages 8+ that will have audiences on the edge of their seats with suspense and laughing out loud.
Is The Lighting Thief good?
The Lighting Thief is a fantastic musical based on the hit novel by Rick Riordan. As the Boston Globe review said, “With a disarmingly funny script by Joe Tracz and a hard-rocking score by Rob Rokicki, The Lightning Thief sweeps you up as a contemporary high schooler is thrust into the danger-filled world of Greek mythology. A blast!”
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