The Lightning Thief follows Percy Jackson, a newly discovered demigod accused of stealing Zeus’ master bolt. To prevent a war among the gods, Percy must battle monsters, brave the Underworld, and uncover the truth.

Show Details:

  • Age of Performers: 11–13 (Middle School)

  • Audition Dates: May 2, 2026, 4pm—8pm

  • Performance Weekend: August 21–23, 2026
    California Theatre 351 Railroad Ave, Pittsburg, CA

Auditions are Closed

Ready to audition? Complete the form below to get started and we’ll take it from there.

General Audition Details

  • Anyone who is in Middle School can audition for this show!
    **Kids who are 11 and in 5th grade can also audition. If they decide to move up to our middle school productions, they need to stay in that age bracket for shows moving forward.

  • Auditions are on May 2nd, 4:00-8:00 pm.
    Auditions will be held at Cornerstone Church, 6641 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood.
    Check-in starts at 4:00 pm. 
    Dance auditions are from 4:30-5:00 pm.
    Dance auditions are mandatory for named roles. Audition slots of 8 minute increments will follow. Audition times below. You MUST sign up for an audition time!

    IMPORTANT NOTE FOR AUDITIONS!!
    If you want to audition for this show, and you can not make audition times, please still fill out this form. You will need to email Miss Anne to set up a video audition. anne@deltaperformingartsacademy.com

  • You will want to bring jazz shoes, character shoes, or tennis shoes to your audition. Please wear comfortable but dance appropriate attire for your audition day. You will come at 4:00-4:30, and get checked in with our front administrator, get ready for your dance audition, and when that's done, your private 8 minute audition time with our Director and Guest Casting Crew. When you're done, you are free to go! 

  • We will send out the cast list by May 9th, 2026. 

  • Rehearsals start on May 15th to August 21st. Most rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Fridays, 6–8 pm. A more detailed rehearsal schedule will be sent out the first week of rehearsals.
    (No rehearsals June 5th, June12, and July 3rd.) 

  • Performance weekend is TENTATIVELY planned for August 21—23, 2026. We haven’t been able to reserve theater yet, so we have to wait. IF that choice is not an option, we will be prepared to move it to the next weekend.

Audition Prep Details

  • You will need to prepare 1–2 minutes of a song that best fits your voice and highlights your talent. Ideally, we'd like you to pick a song from Lightning Thief, but if you must pick a song outside of the show, it MUST be a musical theater song. You MUST have a karaoke/instrumental track that you have prepared the day of auditions on your personal phone.


    You do not HAVE to memorize your song, but this definitely helps when casting and deciding on characters! What's most important is you show up and try your best!

  • Please click on this link for monologue options. Please make sure to save this document to your phone or print them out. 

    You do not HAVE to memorize your monologue, but this definitely helps when casting and deciding on characters! What's most important is you show up and try your best!

    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1acvuqP58gNSarfiphTtKkNsxp-ywGzYF7ZdkrI2TPZg/edit?usp=sharing

Show Logistics

  • $350
    Plus $25 ANNUAL membership fee for those applicable.

    *The performance fee includes a Lightning Thief Jr. shirt they will receive before the show.

  • Fees are due on arrival at your audition time. Cash or checks accepted. Please make checks out to Delta Performing Arts Academy or DPAA. Fees are non-refundable after casting has been accepted. If you unable to pay the full amount upon arrival, please contact us as soon as possible privately to ask about payment options.
    anne@deltaperformingartsacademy.com

  • Yes, parents need to help in some capacity with the show. Whether that's painting sets, working concessions or working backstage, we need parent volunteers to help make this production a success! We hope that parents can rise to the occasion, so we don't have to charge any extra fees associated with the production. After rehearsals start, we will send out an email and ask where you would like to volunteer your time. Our expectation is 2–4 hours. Thank you for your cooperation!

  • Delta Performing Arts Academy is a premier performing arts company. We provide a supportive and creative space for individuals to explore and develop their talents. Our programs cater to all abilities and talent levels, from beginners to more advanced students, ensuring focused and high-standard training for every performer. We are committed to nurturing talent and fostering a love for the performing arts, helping our students succeed on and off the stage. We take our shows seriously and want to teach your kids how to be amazing performers!

Character List

Percy Jackson Son of Poseidon, a good kid with a teenage temper
Annabeth Daughter of Athena, smarter than you.
Grover A happy go lucky satyr, like a hippie kid with hooves
Mr. D aka Dionysus God of wine, snarky camp director
Luke Son of Hermes, cool camp counselor
Gabe Ugliano Percy’s foul stepfather
Ares God of war, rock star in leather pants
Minotaur Half man, half bull
Charon Ferryman to the Underworld
Sally Jackson Percy's hard working mother
Mrs. Dodds A Fury posing as a substitute algebra teacher
Clarisse Tough jock girl, daughter of Ares
The Oracle Hippie mummy
Aunt Em-aka Medusa Avid sculptor
Thalia Daughter of Zeus, brave
Bianca A mysterious girl in 1930’s clothing
Mr./Ms. Brunner aka Chiron Wise centaur, part-time Latin teacher
Poseidon God of the sea, salty beach bum
Hades God of the dead, aging rock-star type
Kronos A voice from the pit