Cove High presents ‘The Lightning Thief’
Published 3:00 am Tuesday, April 18, 2023
- Cove High School students rehearse “The Lightning Thief.” From left: Tivian Tripple (Annabeth), Beth Wiseman (Charon), Logan Pedro (Grover) and Elliott Wilson (Percy).
COVE — For the first time in a decade — or maybe two — Cove High School is presenting a musical.
Students will perform “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” on April 20 and 21 at 7 p.m. and April 23 at 2 p.m. at the Coe-Kerr Community Building on the Ascension School campus, 1104 Church St.
Seating is limited, and tickets must be reserved in advance at https://tinyurl.com/285wyjs6.
Donations will be taken at the door in lieu of ticket price.
This music adaptation of the bestselling book by Rick Riordan was written by Joe Tracz, with music and lyrics by Rob Rokicki.
The musical opened on Broadway in 2019.
The story follows teenager Percy Jackson who, after discovering he’s a demigod, embarks on an epic journey with his new friends to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods.
The cast is made up of Cove High School students, faculty and an alumnus. It is directed by Teresa A. Farrell and choreographed by Elise M. Farrell. Elliott Wilson plays Percy.
The following members playing multiple roles or cameos: Mozzie Lee, Joey Mallory, Nate Marsh, Logan Pedro, Gillian Rivard, Tivian Tripple, Evelynn Wadsworth, Elise Farrell, Ross Hubbard, Beth Wiseman and Levi Wiseman.