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THE LIGHTNING THIEF Opens Friday in Tulsa
by Julie Musbach - May 28, 2019


Celebrity Attractions is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, a musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will make its Oklahoma premiere at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for a limited three performance engagement May 31-June 1. Tickets are on sale now.

THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical Comes to Tulsa
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2019


Celebrity Attractions has announced that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will make its Oklahoma premiere at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for a limited three performance engagement May 31-June 1. Tickets are on sale now.

VIDEO: Watch Chris McCarrell Perform From THE LIGHTNING THIEF Musical
by Rachel Katz - Apr 25, 2019


Watch in the clip below as Chris McCarrell performs from THE LIGHTNING THIEF Musical!

THE LIGHTNING THIEF Heads to Sacramento Next Week
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2019


Broadway Sacramento is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an musical adaption of The New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play Community Center Theater for five performances only, April 18 - 21. This will be the California premiere of the hit musical.

Photo Flash: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Comes To Keller Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2019


Portland'5 Centers for the Arts is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan,will play Keller Auditorium on May 7th and 8th. Tickets are now on sale at www.portland5.com, the Portland'5 Centers for the Arts box office at 1111 SW Broadway Ave (Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm), by phone at 800-273-1530, and at all TicketsWest outlets.

Tickets for THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL on Sale Now
by Rebecca Russo - Apr 5, 2019


The Ambassador Theatre Group is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play at the Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14.

THE LIGHTNING THIEF Storms Into 5th Avenue Theatre This Spring
by Julie Musbach - Apr 2, 2019


The 5th Avenue Theatre is thrilled to announce that the national tour of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, a musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play its stage from April 23 - 28, 2019.

LIGHTNING THIEF's Kristin Stokes Takes Over Instagram Tomorrow!
by Linnae Medeiros - Mar 29, 2019


It's time to bring on the monsters because The Lightning Thief's Kristin Stokes is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story tomorrow, March 30th! Make sure to tune in all day as she takes us behind-the-scenes on a two-show day of the electric musical as the tour plays New York's Beacon Theatre! It's gonna be a killer quest that you're not gonna want to miss!

THE LIGHTNING THIEF Storms Into San Jose
by Julie Musbach - Mar 12, 2019


Broadway San Jose, a Nederlander Presentation, is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) for a limited engagement from Friday, May 10 through Sunday, May 12, 2019.

The Civilians' Share Details of CIVILIAN DISOBEDIENCE 2019 Spring Benefit
by Julie Musbach - Mar 11, 2019


On April 1, the celebrated Off-Broadway theater company The Civilians will host Civilian Disobedience, their annual spring benefit, which honors their Civilians of the Year: Emmy nominated, award-winning documentary filmmakers Ricki Stern and Annie Sundberg (Reversing Roe, Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work) as well as Marion Friedman Young for her longstanding support of The Civilians and her recent work as The Civilians partners for the Michael Friedman Legacy Fund.

Tickets For THE LIGHTENING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL On Sale Now
by Julie Musbach - Mar 11, 2019


The Ambassador Theatre Group is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an "electrifying" (Newsday) musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play at the Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14.

Bring on the Monsters! THE LIGHTNING THIEF Trio Talks Life on the Road & More
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Feb 23, 2019


Percy Jackson has hit the road! The National Tour of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has already visited cities across the country, and this March it returns to New York City for a six-performance run at the Beacon Theatre. Below, we chat with the show's three stars, Kristin Stokes, Jorrel Javier, and Percy Jackson himself, Chris McCarrell. Watch as they talk about slaying monsters onstage, why their fanbase is so special, and so much more!

THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL Blazes through the Kennedy Center
by Jennifer Perry - Feb 17, 2019


Many of the audience members clearly knew the source material better than I did going in – if the entrance applause and excitement of the people around me was any indicator. However, I think it's safe to say we were all equally charmed by the end – even me, an admittedly jaded musical theater junkie.

VIDEO: First Look At The National Tour Of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2019


Check out new footage from the national tour of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL!

Photo Flash: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL Opens In Chicago!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2019


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. Based on the best-selling Disney-Hyperion novel by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL is an action-packed theatrical adventure that has been celebrated by audiences and critics alike.

Review Roundup: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL National Tour Opens in Chicago
by Alan Henry - Jan 11, 2019


The producers of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical announced this morning Chris McCarrell will reprise the role of Percy Jackson in the upcoming national tour of the musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan. 

VIDEO: Chris McCarrell Performs 'Good Kid' from THE LIGHTNING THIEF
by Julie Musbach - Jan 7, 2019


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. Based on the best-selling novel by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL is an action-packed theatrical adventure that has been celebrated by audiences and critics alike.

THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL Announces Digital Lottery in Chicago
by Julie Musbach - Jan 4, 2019


Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce there will be a digital lottery and rush tickets for the musical adaptation of The New York Times bestseller THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL. THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL will play the Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph) for a limited one-week engagement January 8 13, 2019.

Wake Up With BWW 1/4: THE NOTEBOOK Musical in the Works From Ingrid Michaelson, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2019


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Ingrid Michaelson is working on a musical adaptation of The Notebook!

Photo Coverage: Lightning Strikes Twice! Meet the Cast of THE LIGHTNING THIEF National Tour
by Monroe George - Dec 15, 2018


The upcoming national tour of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL -the musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, is getting ready to launch from Chicago next month! Check out photos of the cast in rehearsals below!

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