OPEN AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT – The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical UK & Ireland Tour 2025/26
Do you have what it takes to challenge the gods?
An epic adventure awaits as The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical prepares to launch a high-voltage UK and Ireland tour beginning autumn 2025. The production team is now seeking a full cast of demigods and will host open auditions for performers ready to bring this story to life in the UK.
Audition Details
Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Time: From 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (first-come, first-served)
Location: The Other Palace, 12 Palace Street, London SW1E 5JA
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What to Prepare
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A 16-bar cut of a song in the style of the show
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Printed CV and headshot (must include contact info)
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Sheet music and your song folder (a pianist will be provided – no backing tracks)
Please note: Auditions will run on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to anticipated turnout, not all auditionees may be seen.
Eligibility
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Must be 18+ years old
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Must be eligible to work in the UK
What to Expect
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You may be invited to a callback or dance call after the open audition
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Be prepared for outdoor queuing and long wait times – bring refreshments and dress for the weather
Production & Contract Information
Rehearsals (London): Beginning 21 July 2025
Tour Part 1 Performances: Starting 11 August 2025 through mid-November 2025 (dates TBC)
Tour Part 2 Performances: Mid-January 2026 through mid-September 2026 (dates TBC)
Character Breakdown for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical – UK & Ireland Tour 2025/26
PERCY JACKSON (Male Identifying, 18–25 years)
Lead Role
Percy is the son of Poseidon, a good-natured teenager with a fiery temper. This role requires a strong actor with exceptional vocal abilities, capable of sustaining pop/rock-style singing and belting. Percy’s journey is one of self-discovery, learning to embrace his destiny even when faced with overwhelming challenges. Witty, courageous, and vulnerable.
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK TENOR: A2 – A4
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Any.
ANNABETH (Female Identifying, 18–25 years)
Supporting Lead Role
The daughter of Athena, Annabeth is smarter than everyone else and serves as Percy’s travel companion. We are seeking a quirky, comic actress with a brilliant high belt. Annabeth is the natural leader of the group, with a strong personality.
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK ALTO WITH HIGH BELT: G3 – G5
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Any.
GROVER (Male Identifying, 18–25 years)
Supporting Lead Role
A joyful satyr with a hippie vibe, Grover is Percy’s best friend, part human, part goat, and a child of Pan, the God of the Wilds. We need a natural comic actor with strong physicality and energetic movement.
Vocal Range: FOLK/POP TENOR: B2 – A4
Movement: Strong.
Appearance: Any.
SALLY JACKSON (Female Identifying, 35–50 years)
Percy’s fiercely loving and hardworking mother, Sally is the emotional heart of Percy’s world, offering wisdom and warmth despite life’s hardships. This role requires a dynamic actress with a wide range in both comedic and dramatic roles.
Sally also plays multiple roles including:
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Silena Beauregard – Daughter of Aphrodite
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Auntie Em (Medusa) – Avid sculptor
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The Oracle – A hippie mummy
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Echidna – Mother of monsters
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Charon – Ferry-person to the Underworld (solo number)
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK MEZZO SOPRANO / ALTO WITH HIGH BELT: G3 – F5
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Global Majority.
LUKE / ARES (Male Identifying, 18–30 years)
Major Featured Role
The son of Hermes, Luke is a troubled camp counselor who desires to wage war against the gods. This athletic fighter needs a strong physical presence and a solid understanding of Street and Commercial dance styles. Luke also plays various roles including:
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Ares – God of war, a rock star in leather pants
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Minotaur – Half-man, half-bull
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Kurt Cobain
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK TENOR: F3 – B4
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Any.
CLARISSE (Female Identifying, 18–30 years)
Major Featured Role
Clarisse is a tough, jockish girl and daughter of Ares. This role requires a brilliant character actress capable of seamless transitions between diverse roles. Clarisse will also play:
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Mrs. Dodds – A Fury posing as an algebra teacher
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Katie Gardner – Daughter of Demeter
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Thalia – Daughter of Zeus
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Bianca – Mysterious girl from the 1930s
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Newscaster, Janis Joplin, Squirrel
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK MEZZO SOPRANO WITH HIGH BELT: B3 – G5
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Any.
MR. BRUNNER / CHIRON (Male Identifying, 40–50 years)
Major Featured Role
Chiron, the wise centaur and part-time Latin teacher, is a pivotal character. We seek a brilliant, physical comedic actor with a great voice to play Chiron and various roles including:
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Poseidon – God of the sea, a salty beach bum
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Hades – God of the dead, an aging rock star
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Kronos – A voice in a pit
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Train Conductor
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK BARITONE: C#3 – E4
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Any.
MR. D / GABE (Male Identifying, 35–60 years)
Supporting Comedic Role
Mr. D (aka Dionysus), the sarcastic god of wine, runs Camp Half-Blood as punishment. This role requires a comedic actor with strong timing and presence. Mr. D also plays:
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Farmer
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Mozart
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Greyhound Passenger
Vocal Range: BARITONE: B2 – G4
Movement: Strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Appearance: Any.
ENSEMBLE / SWING (Female Identifying)
Ensemble members with cover responsibilities for major featured roles. Should have a strong understanding of Street and Commercial dance styles.
Vocal Range: ALTO/MEZZO SOPRANO WITH HIGH BELT: B3 – G5
Movement: Very strong, with comfort in stage combat.
ENSEMBLE / SWING (Male Identifying)
Ensemble members with cover responsibilities for major featured roles. Should have a strong understanding of Street and Commercial dance styles.
Vocal Range: POP/ROCK TENOR: A2 – A4
Movement: Very strong, with comfort in stage combat.
Additional Notes
For all roles, performers should be comfortable with stage combat and strong movement abilities.
Contract: Equity – UK Theatre (Commercial)
All performers must be available for the entire tour period.
Grab your sword, tune up your voice, and step into the world of myth, monsters, and music.