Aaron Insalaco

I’m thrilled to be directing this show for my senior capstone project. It follows a boy who feels like he doesn’t belong anywhere until he’s suddenly thrown into a world of gods and monsters, where he makes friends and discovers where he belongs. The message I most want the audience to take away is this: even if you don’t feel like you fit in, you can find where you belong. You just have to keep looking. That message is a big reason I chose this show, along with its great music and my love of the books. But the biggest reason is personal. I’ve always been a weird kid who never quite fit in, for many reasons. Then I discovered theatre and found people who never made me feel bad for being different. They made me feel like a part of something amazing. I chose this show because I see myself in its main character.

Liz Novak

I am so proud of the cast for not only working hard on this but for also creating a loving environment that I got the honor to be a part of. I got to teach all of these talented and amazing cast members my dances, and I am so proud of every single one of them. I love this cast so much and I'm so lucky that I got to be a part of the process of having this show come to life.

Maya Galarza

I have always had a love for anything involving Greek Mythology, and Percy Jackson was no different. I had actually listened to the musical before I had read the first book! Point being, I’ve wanted to be involved in any production of this musical, and this is my dream come true.

Every part of this has been so much fun, not only do I work with the best crew I could ever ask for but a wonderful cast too.

Paisley Brown

Being part of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical as music director has been such a rewarding and memorable experience. While this journey has definitely come with its challenges, it has also given me the opportunity to step outside of my comfort zone, grow as a leader, and experience theater from an entirely new perspective. One of the most meaningful parts of this process has been working with our actors on a more personal level, building trust, forming genuine connections, and creating a strong sense of community within our cast. Watching everyone grow in their confidence, develop their skills, and come together to bring this story to life has made every moment worthwhile. As I approach the end of my high school theater journey, I am especially grateful for the opportunity to leave a piece of myself in this production. This experience has taught me so much about leadership, patience, collaboration, and the importance of creating an environment where people feel supported and valued. I am incredibly proud of the work our cast and crew have put into this show, and I will always carry the memories and relationships from this experience with me. Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this process. I hope you enjoy our production of The Lightning Thief!