Auditions and crew interviews for The Lightning Thief are quickly approaching! Join Encore at Cherrydale UMC on:

• Audition Dates: Oct 20-21, 2026 | 5:30-8:30 PM
• Audition Location: Cherrydale United Methodist Church

Students aged 9 and older are invited to audition for the cast, and students 12 and older may also interview for crew positions.

Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your scheduled audition or interview slot. Please plan to wait; time slots are meant to stagger arrivals and are not a guarantee of when you will be seen. Arrive with your cast/crew paperwork, including a filled-out conflict calendar. Typed is very helpful if possible. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes for movement.

Visit the link below to sign up for a time slot. No prior preparation is needed. More information about auditions can be found here.

• Production Dates: January 8-24, 2027
• Production Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22204)

Plot Synopsis: Adventure awaits in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! When Zeus’s lightning bolt goes missing, Percy Jackson suddenly finds himself at the center of a mystery fit for the gods. Joined by his fearless friends Annabeth and Grover, Percy sets off on an epic quest filled with mythical monsters, impossible challenges, and unforgettable discoveries. Packed with action, humor, heart, and larger-than-life adventures, this electrifying musical celebrates friendship, courage, and discovering the hero within.

About Encore Stage & Studio: “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio inspires young people to develop the creativity, empathy, and confidence they need to create meaningful connections with peers and have a positive impact in their communities. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.