The Lightning Thief Audition Site
July 19th and 20th at 801 Main Street - Upstairs - 7:00 pm
Show Dates: September 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20
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Information for Auditions/Audition Prep!
Roles Available: Click HERE to access a list of the roles available.
AUDITION FORM AND CONFLICT CALENDAR: Download and fill out before you arrive! We will also have them at the auditions if you can't print at home.
Link to Tentative Rehearsal Schedule
This show is for teens 11 - 17. Two to four adults will also be cast.
Singing Portion: Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song that you feel amazing singing. Songs from the show are allowed, but not required. This is a fun, rock show - so show us your best! Please bring sheet music (which is preferred) - no a capella please. Recorded tracks are also ok, but not preferred. A bluetooth speaker will be provided. If you are having problems finding sheet music for what you want to perform, feel free to email the music director at kimhartz@hotmail.com and she will help you.
Dance Portion: A dance audition will be part of the audition process. Please wear clothing and shoes that allow for comfortable movement. To help everyone feel prepared and confident, the dance audition video has been posted here for you to review and practice before your audition. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment where everyone can feel comfortable and put their best foot forward.
Acting Portion: Cold readings from the script will be included as part of the audition process. Audition sides have been provided here so that you may review and practice them in advance if you wish. Our goal is to create a welcoming and supportive audition experience, helping everyone feel prepared, comfortable, and able to showcase their talents.
Of Special Note:
All Actors aged 18 and up cast in an SCCT Production will be responsible for paying $25 for their background security check (new this season).
All cast members are expected to be available and attend all rehearsals during the week leading up to technical rehearsals and throughout Tech Week. Absences during this period cannot be accommodated.
Rehearsals are scheduled for Sundays from 2:30–5:30 p.m. and Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30–9:00 p.m.
This production is a true ensemble piece, and every cast member plays an important role in bringing the story to life. While we will make every effort to schedule only those performers needed for each rehearsal, regular attendance and a commitment to the rehearsal process are essential.
We are all working toward a common goal: creating an exceptional theatrical experience for both our audiences and our cast. Tickets are already on sale, and our patrons are counting on us to deliver a high-quality production. By supporting one another and honoring our commitments, we can create something truly memorable together.
Please list all conflicts on the rehearsal calendar on your audition forms. If you have multiple conflicts, this may affect your being cast in the production.
Call Backs are TBD but will be on Wednesday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm if needed.
Play Synopsis: 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 Production Team
Cyndi Powell Chaney,
Cyndi Powell Chaney,
Director
Director
Cyndi Powell Chaney (Director) is thrilled to direct the Teen Show for Shelby County Community Theatre's 49th Season. Currently serving as SCCT's Executive Director, Cyndi's theatre journey began at SCCT when she was 10 years old and joined the ensemble of The King and I.
Cyndi holds a B.A. in Speech and Theatre Arts from Eastern Kentucky University and a Master's degree in Secondary Education from Georgetown College. As a longtime educator, she led the award-winning theatre program at Shelby County High School, where students earned numerous honors at the Kentucky Theatre Association High School Play Festival.
Her directing credits at SCCT include Puffs, Into the Woods, Oklahoma!, Footloose, and Funny Girl, among many others. She has also directed Something Rotten! and Crazy for You at Clarksville Little Theatre and performed with theatres throughout Kentucky.
Cyndi is passionate about developing young artists and is excited to work with this talented cast as they bring this epic adventure to life.
Kim Stover Hartz, Music Director
Kim Stover Hartz, Music Director
Kim Hartz is thrilled to be music directing this production of Lightning Thief. She recently music directed White Christmas here at SCCT. Kim has worked with numerous community theatre organizations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana and is grateful for every opportunity to collaborate with talented performers and creative teams. Thanks to her husband, Jay, for his endless support.
Charity Gardner Barton, Choreographer
Charity Gardner Barton, Choreographer
Charity Barton is a Louisville, KY native and is so excited to be back with SCCT. Originally from Bowling Green Kentucky, she received a BFA in Musical Theatre from Western Kentucky University. Charity has been in entertainment professionally for 20 years and now is the full time Entertainment Manager and show producer for Kentucky Kingdom Theme and water park and has worked professionally all over the US and Canada with Missoula Children's Theatre, and other various theatre companies and theme parks. She was a company member for 7 years with Silver Night Productions in French Lick, IN as a lead singer/dancer. Some of her other favorite roles include Lucy in BRIGHT STAR, (at SCCT), Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, Judy Turner in A CHORUS LINE, and Pam in THE FULL MONTY. She sends love to her husband and 2 daughters!
Elisa Freeman, Stage Manager
Elisa Freeman, Stage Manager
Elisa Freeman is excited to join the world of demigods, monsters, and quests as Stage Manager for Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief. With more than 20 years of community theatre experience as a performer, assistant director, and stage manager, theatre has long been her happy place and creative escape. Outside of the theatre, she works as a Physical Therapist Assistant and Clinical Team Lead in Louisville, Kentucky. She is looking forward to meeting everyone at auditions and helping guide this epic adventure from the very beginning.
Jennifer Ray,
Jennifer Ray,
Assistant Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Jennifer Ray is excited to dive into the world of gods, goddesses ,monsters, and quests as a Stage Manager for Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief. She has participated in theatre both onstage and backstage and enjoys helping productions come together from the first audition to the final curtain call. When she’s not at the theatre, Jennifer enjoys Korean language and culture, spending time with animals, and pursuing creative projects. She can’t wait to help keep the demigods organized and the adventure running.
Patrick Parrish,
Patrick Parrish,
Monster Design
Monster Design
Patrick is excited to serve as Monster Designer for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at Shelby County Community Theatre. Recent credits include The Gramophone in Failure: A Love Story, Jim Farrell/Benjamin Guggenheim in Titanic, Ed Sullivan Announcer/Ensemble in White Christmas at Clarksville Little Theatre, the Monster in Dracula at CLT, Luke/Ares in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at CLT, and The Visitor/Eli in The Spitfire Grill at Indiana University Southeast. Patrick holds a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Indiana University Southeast. In his free time, he enjoys building puppets and armwrestling. He sends love to his wife Bethany Parrish, and viewers like you, thank you.
Larry Chaney,
Larry Chaney,
Set and Light Design
Set and Light Design
Larry Chaney (Set Designer) is thrilled to be designing the set for The Lightning Thief. A longtime member of the Shelby County Community Theatre family, Larry has appeared onstage in numerous productions, including Emile DeBecque in South Pacific, Judd Fry in Oklahoma!, and Mayor Josiah Dobbs in Bright Star. He has also directed several SCCT productions, including The Diary of Anne Frank, John and Jen, and Almost, Maine.
As a scenic designer, Larry has created sets for a variety of productions, including South Pacific, Spamalot, Oklahoma!, Almost, Maine, Mamma Mia!, Something Rotten, Crazy for You, and many others. In addition to his work at SCCT, Larry regularly directs and performs with theatres throughout Kentucky and Indiana, including Little Colonels Players and Clarksville Little Theatre.
Larry is grateful for the opportunity to help bring Percy Jackson's world to life and hopes audiences enjoy this epic adventure.
Jane S. Martin
Jane S. Martin
Production Assistant
Production Assistant
Jane S. Martin (Production Assistant) is delighted to be assisting with The Lightning Thief. A longtime educator and theatre advocate, Jane taught theatre, speech, and English at Shelby County High School, where she inspired generations of students, including the director of this production, to develop a love for theatre and the performing arts. She also taught speech and theatre courses at Jefferson Community and Technical College.
Throughout her career, Jane directed numerous high school productions as well as several shows at Shelby County Community Theatre, sharing her passion for storytelling and performance with countless students and audiences.
Now retired, Jane enjoys spending time with her beloved pups, Remi Ray, Reesie, and Ruthie, as well as her niece, Ashley. She is thrilled to continue supporting young artists and the work of SCCT through this production.
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