What are the responsibilities and job description for the The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical | NJ/NYC Performers (Deadline: 06.07.26) position at The Actors Studio of New Jersey?
DESCRIPTION
AUDITION DATE
Submissions will be received until June 7th, 2026 at 5:30pm
CONTRACT
Performance Stipend provided. Media promotional package given to talent.
The Actors Studio of New Jersey will continue its 2026 season with THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL. Performances will take place at The Dunellen Theatre on Friday, July 24th at 8:00 PM, Saturday, July 25th at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, and Sunday, July 26th at 2:00 PM.
As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus’s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed mythical adventure “worthy of the gods” (Time Out New York).
The Actors Studio of New Jersey is committed to assembling a diverse company for this production of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL and strongly encourages performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, body types, and abilities to submit. Our goal is to build an ensemble that reflects the richness and complexity of the world of the show and the communities we serve, and we welcome artists whose lived experiences can deepen and expand the storytelling on our stage and in our season.
PERSONNEL
Director, Dan F. Sims
Associate Director and Choreographer, Coldin Grundmeyer
Producer and Artistic Supervisor, Michael Restaino
PREPARATION
Please submit a headshot, résumé, and/or performance reel to [email protected] with the subject line: LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_THIEF. Vocal submissions should include traditional musical theatre or rock/pop styling. You are encouraged to sing material from the show though not imperative. The submission deadline is June 7th, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., with virtual callbacks to follow. Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, June 23rd in Dunellen, New Jersey.
OTHER DATES/RELEVANT INFO:
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026. (Rehearsals will be scheduled 3-4 times a week, typically Tuesday & Thursday evenings, Saturday & Sunday day.)
Performances: Friday, July 24th at 8:00pm, Saturday, July 25th at 2:00 & 8:00pm and Sunday, July 26th at 2:00pm
All rehearsals and performances will take place in Dunellen, NJ. Must have reliable transportation and/or local housing. (NYC/NJ locals). NJ Transit line available from NYC to Dunellen, NJ.
BREAKDOWN:
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.
LUKE – Son of Hermes, cool camp counselor
SALLY JACKSON – Percy’s hard-working mother
MR. BRUNNER aka CHIRON – Wise centaur, part-time Latin teacher
CLARISSE – Tough jock girl, daughter of Ares
*Please note principle characters will double as ensemble characters listed below:
GROVER / MR. D
LUKE / GABE UGLIANO / ARES / THE MINOTAUR / WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART / JAMES BROWN / DJ CERBERUS
SALLY JACKSON / SILENA BEAUREGARD / THE ORACLE / ECHIDNA / CHARON / GREYHOUND PASSENGER 1
MR. BRUNER aka CHIRON / POSEIDON / HADES / AUNTY EM / KRONOS / KURT COBAIN / GREYHOUND PASSENGER 2 / TRAIN CONDUCTOR / FARMER
CLARISSE / MRS. DODDS / KATIE GARDNER / THALIA / BIANCA / NEWSCASTER / JANIS JOPLIN / SQUIRREL
The Actors Studio of New Jersey is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment both on and off our stage. We encourage submissions from performers of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities, and welcome candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, or any other aspect of identity. Our mission is to ensure that our productions reflect the richness and diversity of our community, and we strive to create an artistic home in which every voice is valued and celebrated.
DURATION
Jun 23, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
- NON-UNION