Joe Tracz
Latest News on Joe Tracz:
Exclusive: Hear 'D.O.A.' From THE LIGHTNING THIEF: ORIGINAL LONDON CAST RECORDING (Nov 7, 2025)
THE LIGHTNING THIEF London Cast Recording to Host Online Listening Party (Nov 5, 2025)
Xolo Maridueña Joins Season 3 of Netflix’s ONE PIECE (Nov 5, 2025)
Exclusive: Hear 'D.O.A.' From THE LIGHTNING THIEF: ORIGINAL LONDON CAST RECORDING (Nov 7, 2025)
THE LIGHTNING THIEF London Cast Recording to Host Online Listening Party (Nov 5, 2025)
Xolo Maridueña Joins Season 3 of Netflix’s ONE PIECE (Nov 5, 2025)
BIO
Joe Tracz spent years investigating the unfortunate world of Lemony Snicket before becoming a writer and producer on all three seasons of Netflix's A Series of Unfortunate Events. An LA-based screenwriter and playwright, his work includes the Drama Desk-nominated adaptation of the first Percy Jackson novel, The Lightning Thief, and the cult musical Be More Chill.
Photos
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 16: Book Writer Joe Tracz poses at the opening night of the new musical based on the film "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" on Broadway at The Longacre Theatre on October 16, 2019 in New York City (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
Date:
10/17/2019
From: Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE LIGHTNING THIEF
creative team: orchestrator Charlie Rosen, composer-lyricist Joe Iconis, musical director Emily Marshall, director Stephen Brackett, choreographer Chase Brock, and book writer Joe Tracz
Date:
01/11/2019
From: Photo Coverage: They're Ready for Their Upgrade! In Rehearsal with the Cast of BE MORE CHILL
creative team: orchestrator Charlie Rosen, composer-lyricist Joe Iconis, musical director Emily Marshall, director Stephen Brackett, choreographer Chase Brock, and book writer Joe Tracz
Date:
01/11/2019
From: Photo Coverage: They're Ready for Their Upgrade! In Rehearsal with the Cast of BE MORE CHILL
Productions
Writing
Bookwriter
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Joe Tracz, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Videos
VIDEO: Two River Theatre Celebrates ASL Day with Theatre Signs!
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-04-15 22:55:49
VIDEO: Carl Hendrick Louis Performs From RADIO GOLF as Part of Two River Theater's Scene at Two River Series
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-03 08:40:39
VIDEO: Two River Theater's Literary Manager Taylor Barfield Shares Context For The American Century Cycle by August Wilson
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-31 08:29:52
VIDEO: Two River's Special Events Manager Katie Benson Shows Off Art From Opening Nights, Galas, and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-31 08:16:10
VIDEO: Director John Simpkins Talks LOVE IN HATE NATION at Two River
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-17 05:24:18
VIDEO: Watch THE LIGHTNING THIEF's Full Panel From New York Comic Con
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-04 05:54:09
VIDEO: Final BE MORE CHILL Curtain Call - Joe Iconis Gives a Speech and the Cast Sings 'The Goodbye Song'
by Stephi Wild - 2019-08-12 06:39:33
VIDEO: Andrew Keenan-Bolger Performs at BE MORE CHILL's Post-Show Hang
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-08-02 16:51:01
VIDEO: Get A First Look At BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2019-07-22 13:23:55
VIDEO: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Performs Encore With Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Students!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-07-01 15:15:17
BWW Exclusive: Taylor Trensch Visits BE MORE CHILL For A Post-Show Performance With Joe Iconis
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-05-22 23:06:21
VIDEO: BE MORE CHILL Cast Sings Mashup Of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-16 06:27:18
BWW Exclusive: BE MORE CHILL Celebrates Tony Nominee Joe Iconis With A Post-Show Encore!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-05-01 23:15:08
VIDEO: Watch Chris McCarrell Perform From THE LIGHTNING THIEF Musical
by Rachel Katz - 2019-04-25 16:15:49
VIDEO: C-C-C-Come On and Watch the Opening Number of BE MORE CHILL on Good Morning America!
by Stephi Wild - 2019-03-13 08:56:56
TV: Did Will Roland, George Salazar & Stephanie Hsu Find Their Chill? Go Inside Opening Night of BE MORE CHILL!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-03-11 13:01:00
News
Exclusive: Hear 'D.O.A.' From THE LIGHTNING THIEF: ORIGINAL LONDON CAST RECORDING
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025
BroadwayWorld has the exclusive first listen to “D.O.A.,” performed by Paisley Billings and company, from the upcoming The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025
BroadwayWorld has the exclusive first listen to “D.O.A.,” performed by Paisley Billings and company, from the upcoming The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF London Cast Recording to Host Online Listening Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS will host a special online Listening Party for the new album The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording. The event will be hosted by Max Harwood and Samantha Mbolekwa, joined by their fellow original London cast members.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS will host a special online Listening Party for the new album The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording. The event will be hosted by Max Harwood and Samantha Mbolekwa, joined by their fellow original London cast members.
Xolo Maridueña Joins Season 3 of Netflix’s ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025
Xolo Maridueña (Blue Beetle, Cobra Kai) has been cast to star as Portgas D. Ace in season three of One Piece, which is set to go back into production later this year in Cape Town, South Africa.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025
Xolo Maridueña (Blue Beetle, Cobra Kai) has been cast to star as Portgas D. Ace in season three of One Piece, which is set to go back into production later this year in Cape Town, South Africa.
Cole Escola Cast as Bon Clay in Season 3 of Netflix's ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025
Tony Award-winning performer and writer Cole Escola (Oh, Mary!) has joined the third season of Netflix's One Piece, the live-action series based on the beloved manga of the same name.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025
Tony Award-winning performer and writer Cole Escola (Oh, Mary!) has joined the third season of Netflix's One Piece, the live-action series based on the beloved manga of the same name.
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2025- Where to Watch THE ARTIST, New WICKED Special, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025
This November, Broadway fans will be treated to lots of new streaming content, including the debut of The Artist, new seasons of Palm Royale and Stranger Things, Downton Abbey, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025
This November, Broadway fans will be treated to lots of new streaming content, including the debut of The Artist, new seasons of Palm Royale and Stranger Things, Downton Abbey, and more.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Original London Cast Recording to be Released in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS will release The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats. Learn more about the recording here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS will release The Lightning Thief: Original London Cast Recording in streaming and digital formats. Learn more about the recording here!
10 Musicals About Technology That Came Before MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 19, 2025
Technology plays an ever-present role in the life of every human on earth. As computer technology and social media have begun to heavily impact everyday life, this has gradually been reflected in modern musicals on Broadway.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 19, 2025
Technology plays an ever-present role in the life of every human on earth. As computer technology and social media have begun to heavily impact everyday life, this has gradually been reflected in modern musicals on Broadway.
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Sep 24, 2025
The epic adventures of Percy Jackson are coming to the stage in Edinburgh. A thrilling tale for gods and mortals of all ages, this gripping story proves that being ‘normal’ is anything but.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Sep 24, 2025
The epic adventures of Percy Jackson are coming to the stage in Edinburgh. A thrilling tale for gods and mortals of all ages, this gripping story proves that being ‘normal’ is anything but.
Review: BE MORE CHILL Is a Sci-fi Spectacular at Don't Tell Mama
by Alex Del Cueto - Sep 18, 2025
On September 12, Fidelity’s latest production brought Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz’s cult favorite Be More Chill to the Don’t Tell Mama stage, replete with teen angst, sci-fi satire, and the quest to fit in.
by Alex Del Cueto - Sep 18, 2025
On September 12, Fidelity’s latest production brought Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz’s cult favorite Be More Chill to the Don’t Tell Mama stage, replete with teen angst, sci-fi satire, and the quest to fit in.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF, THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL is Coming to The Shawnee Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
The Shawnee Playhouse will present The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical, for one weekend only. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025
The Shawnee Playhouse will present The Lightning Thief, The Percy Jackson Musical, for one weekend only. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
ONE PIECE Renewed for Season 3 at Netflix; Watch a Season 2 First Look
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025
Netflix has shared a first look at the highly anticipated season two of the epic pirate adventure series, returning in 2026. The series has also been given an early Season 3 renewal. Check out the first-look now!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025
Netflix has shared a first look at the highly anticipated season two of the epic pirate adventure series, returning in 2026. The series has also been given an early Season 3 renewal. Check out the first-look now!
BE MORE CHILL Enters Final Two Weekends at SecondStory Repertory
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2025
SecondStory Repertory’s hit production of BE MORE CHILL enters its final two weekends, with just seven performances remaining before the show closes on July 13, 2025. Directed by Doug Fahl, with music direction by John Allman, the sci-fi teen musical has been a standout in the company’s 24th season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2025
SecondStory Repertory’s hit production of BE MORE CHILL enters its final two weekends, with just seven performances remaining before the show closes on July 13, 2025. Directed by Doug Fahl, with music direction by John Allman, the sci-fi teen musical has been a standout in the company’s 24th season.
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Adventure Theatre
by Tavish Young - Jul 1, 2025
Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief was published in 2005 and exploded in popularity, sparking a massive franchise and countless other books, and creating a shift in middle grade culture toward ancient mythologies and pantheons much to the delight of many a social studies teacher.
by Tavish Young - Jul 1, 2025
Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief was published in 2005 and exploded in popularity, sparking a massive franchise and countless other books, and creating a shift in middle grade culture toward ancient mythologies and pantheons much to the delight of many a social studies teacher.
Cast Set For UK Tour of THE LIGHTNING THIEF
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2025
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the publication of The Lightning Thief, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has announced its cast. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2025
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the publication of The Lightning Thief, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has announced its cast. Learn more here!
BE MORE CHILL to Run at Old Joint Stock Theatre This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
The Old Joint Stock Theatre in Birmingham will present BE MORE CHILL this August, featuring a full cast led by Tom Dickerson and Maya Jade Frank, marking the venue’s first Equity House Agreement production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025
The Old Joint Stock Theatre in Birmingham will present BE MORE CHILL this August, featuring a full cast led by Tom Dickerson and Maya Jade Frank, marking the venue’s first Equity House Agreement production.
BE MORE CHILL Anniversary Concert to Have Additional Performance at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
Two River Theater will present a third additional performance of the Be More Chill Anniversary Concert to the line up of already scheduled performances. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
Two River Theater will present a third additional performance of the Be More Chill Anniversary Concert to the line up of already scheduled performances. Learn more!
Photos: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL At The Grand Prairie Arts Council
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2025
Get ready for a high-energy, mythological thrill ride with the Grand Prairie Arts Council’s production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. See photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2025
Get ready for a high-energy, mythological thrill ride with the Grand Prairie Arts Council’s production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. See photos of the production.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF to be Presented by The Grand Prairie Arts Council
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025
Get ready for a high-energy, mythological thrill ride with the Grand Prairie Arts Council's production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025
Get ready for a high-energy, mythological thrill ride with the Grand Prairie Arts Council's production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. Learn more!
George Salazar, Will Rolland, Will Connolly & More Set for BE MORE CHILL Reunion at Two River Theater
by Joshua Wright - May 15, 2025
Two River Theater will host Be More Chill 10th anniversary concerts on July 24–25 with original cast members including George Salazar, Will Roland, and Will Connolly. Tickets on sale May 20.
by Joshua Wright - May 15, 2025
Two River Theater will host Be More Chill 10th anniversary concerts on July 24–25 with original cast members including George Salazar, Will Roland, and Will Connolly. Tickets on sale May 20.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Close in London and Embark on UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will finish its run at The Other Palace in June and then embark on a UK tour later this year. Learn more here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Joe Tracz written?
Joe Tracz has written 1 shows including Be More Chill (Bookwriter).
What awards has Joe Tracz been nominated for?
and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.
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