Ages 11 - 16
Rated PG

Adapted from the best-selling novel by Rick Riordan, this action-packed musical follows Percy Jackson as he discovers he’s a demigod—and embarks on a quest to find Zeus’s missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods. Featuring an energetic rock score by Rob Rokicki and a book by Joe Tracz, The Lightning Thief is a thrilling, modern mythology adventure filled with humor, heart, and heroism. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Camp Half-Blood, this musical brings Percy’s world to life in an electrifying theatrical experience.

Actors must be ages 11 by the first day of camp and no older than 16 on closing night.

Auditions will be March 13 - 14 with callbacks on March 15
SCHEDULE IS TBA

Friday, March 13:

Saturday, March 14:

Sunday, March 15:

VOCAL AUDITIONS:
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song. Sheet music is preferred. No transpositions and no lead sheets. No a cappella singing. Please do not sing songs from the show. An accompanist will be provided. Backing tracks (karaoke) are not preferred but are allowed. We will provide the speaker and adapters/Bluetooth. Please bring your track on a device.

DANCE CALLBACKS:
A short dance combination will be taught. There are roles available for strong dancers as well as non-dancers. You will be notified at your vocal audition if we would like to see you at the dance call. Please wear dance wear and bring jazz shoes. If you have tap shoes, please bring them.

READ/SING CALLBACKS:
You will be notified at your vocal audition if we would like to have you read/sing. A schedule will be emailed out by midnight on Saturday, March 14.

VIDEO SUBMISSIONS:
Attending auditions in person is much preferred, however, if you are unavailable for any of the times listed, here is the process to submit a self-tape video audition:

Tapes are due by March 9. You will be notified of any callbacks by March 11. Callback tapes are due by midnight on Friday, March 13.

All vocal audition self-tapes should follow these guidelines:

- Please prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song. Please do not sing from the show.
- Vocal backing tracks or live accompaniment are allowed. Do not sing a cappella.
- Please slate your name, age, and what you will be singing.
- Video auditions are accepted as UNLISTED YOUTUBE links or GOOGLE DRIVE links ONLY.
- Links need to be included in your audition form.
- GOOGLE DRIVE links must be shared with the following emails:

Some helpful self-tape hints:
- Early submissions are greatly appreciated and give us more time to spend on your video than those we receive at the deadline.
- You do not need fancy equipment. Using a phone camera is more than sufficient.
- Film in landscape.
- Make sure your phone is stationary and level. A tripod is helpful, but not necessary. It is easy to make a stand for your phone out of household items.
- Choose a quiet, well-lit area with minimal distractions.
- Natural light and ring lights are great, but you can also enhance with lamps. We want to clearly see your facial features and expressions.
- You do not need to do a full-body frame unless your audition piece requires it. In most cases, an upper body frame is best.
- Practice before filming! Prepare for this audition as you would for an in-person audition. Practice your song for vocals and acting before ever setting up your equipment.
- If you are prepared ahead of filming, you should not need more than 3 takes. Do not overanalyze details.

Be sure you’ve read all the audition details above and then CLICK HERE to complete the Audition Form to schedule an appointment or submit a video.

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This is a production camp that includes workshops and masterclasses. All actors are called to every rehearsal. Only limited conflicts will be considered. No conflicts will be approved during the 3rd week or during performances. No additional conflicts can be submitted after casting except for emergency circumstances.

YOUR CONFLICTS MUST BE UP-TO-DATE IN THE AUDITION FORM TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPROVAL.

Rehearsals

July 6 - July 24, 2026

Monday - Friday, 9AM - 4PM

Location:
Week 1 and 2 are at GCPA Studios in Webster Groves
Week 3 is at the theatre

Performances
July 24 at 7pm
July 25 at 2pm & 7pm
July 26 at 2pm

Strike Sunday, July 26 after final performance.

Strike is REQUIRED for all actors with no exceptions. Strike will begin after the final performance. Actors will be released by 8 pm.

NO SURPRISES FINANCIAL OBLIGATION
There is a one-time production fee of $750.

This production camp is a hybrid of our Education and Artistic programming. Actors will rehearse the show while also receiving classes in acting, vocal technique, and dance to help them expand and hone their skillset. The production fee covers 3 full weeks of camps, including training and production costs.

GCPA charges a nonrefundable registration fee of $30 for the first student and $15 per additional student per year, not to exceed $45 annually, due upon first registration. Registration fees are charged on a Fall-Spring-Summer cycle and renew upon registration for the Fall semester. Students only participating in Summer programming in 12 months will have a registration fee renewal upon registration for the Summer. Accounts are automatically charged the fee the first session enrolled during that cycle.

Patrons are also charged a Convenience Fee per transaction which covers the cost of processing. Credit Card convenience fees are 2.26% plus $0.30. Bank Account ACH convenience fees are .8%.

GCPA offers need-based financial assistance and payment plans. Please contact Kaleigh at kbendoff@gcpastl.org. We will follow up with an application. Financial Assistance has NO baring on casting.

COSTUMES
GCPA provides costumes. Actors will be asked to provide the following:

Female Characters – Skin colored tights. Skin colored leotard with invisible straps. Some option(s) out of: jazz shoes, character shoes, lace up boots, heeled tap shoes

Male Characters: – Black Pants, belt, and socks. White button-down dress shirt. White undershirt. Fitted undershorts. Some option(s) out of: black dress shoes, black jazz shoes, flat tap shoes, lace up boots.

All - Provide own make-up and hair products unless wigged. Potentially provide every day items such as jeans.

Prices vary for base layer items and dance shoes. GCPA does provide options from wholesaler Revolution Dancewear for extremely competitive prices.

TICKETS
Tickets will be $25. There are no complimentary tickets. There may be a processing fee.

TRIBUTES, BUSINESS ADS, T-SHIRTS AND JACKETS
All of the below are OPTIONAL.

GCPA provides a program (digital and printed) where you will have the option to purchase a tribute ad for your actor and/or a business ad. There are price points from $20 - $500, so something for everyone!

T-shirts will be available for $25. Show shirts include the show logo on the front, cast/crew list on the back and the YTC Cast Member badge on the shoulder.

Youth Theatre Company Members Only Jackets are available for $70

There is a company dinner between shows on Saturday with a suggested donation of $10.

EXTRAS
Parent volunteer may ask for donations/ideas for our annual fundraiser, Raise the Curtain.
Parents often organize a cast party and director gifts, requesting a donation from cast. This is separate from GCPA and up to the cast to decide.