See it if You were a fan of the books, want something family friendly, or want to spend time with lighthearted Greek mythology (Not like hadestown)
Don't see it if You want something more mature
See it if you like fresh, quirky, contemporary musicals. It has a distinct voice and style, and isn't trying to be more than a clever, enjoyable show.
Don't see it if you're not looking for a good time. This show was originally developed for young audiences, but it's smart and inventive enough for adults. Read more
See it if you like the book, Greek mythology, or clever shows with young protagonists.
Don't see it if you want elaborate props and showmanship, or don't care for shows about teenagers. Read more
See it if You enjoy a family-friendly show, more geared for kids but entertaining for adults as well
Don't see it if You don't want to sit with lots of tweens and listen to simple type humor aimed mostly at kids level
See it if you are a fan of the books, of scrappy/youthful/new musicals, or love seeing the audiences full of kids engrossed in the story.
Don't see it if you aren't a fan of YA literature or plots, or are looking for a polished musical.
See it if you want a great show for kids/tweens/teens that adults will enjoy too.
Don't see it if you want a more intelligent, grown up show.
See it if You have read the books & saw the movie. Play about modern Greek mythology & half-bloods having quests to beat the Gods Great costumesđđŒ
Don't see it if You don't like Joe Iconis & Joe Tracz books. Didn't like Be More Chill Read more
See it if you are a teen-ager
Don't see it if you are tired of teen-age angst Read more
"âThe Lightning Thief,â a Far Cry From Olympus: A musical adaptation of the popular fantasy novel comes to Broadway and goes to Hades."
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2/5 Stars "While those young theatergoers can fill in any missing details from memory, the challenge of turning a YA bildungsroman full of epic battles and road trips...into a musical has overwhelmed the creative team. In staying faithful to the novel, they've wound up with a mess."
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"Teen Perseus Alights on West 48th in 'The Lightning Thief'"
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"Percy Jackson Musical Teases Gods And Monsters"
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"The packed narrative may be childâs play for fans of Rick Riordanâs 2005 book â and there were plenty of enthusiasts in the audience on a recent night at the Longacre Theater, where the musical is having a limited run â but others will find the show and the bare-bones production simply myth-begotten."
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"The new musical by 'Be More Chill' author Joe Tracz and composer Rob Rokicki adapts the first book in Rick Riordan's best-selling YA fantasy series."
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"'The Lightning Thiefâ opens on Broadway, all just flash and fun."
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Grade: B- "'The Lightning Thief' musical is mythic fun that lacks range"
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