Learn More About Mythology and Theatre at Upcoming Event
An event to learn more about the making of the upcoming theatre production, “Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” will take place at 4 p.m. Nov. 7 in Baldwin Hall 102.
At this event, Amy Norgard, a scholar on the receptions of ancient literature in contemporary media, will discuss the mythological underpinnings of the Percy Jackson franchise. The cast and crew of “The Lightning Thief,” led by student dramaturgs Jonah Husgen and Parker Shinn, will perform a scene from the production and lead a discussion about staging mythology in the show.
This event is jointly sponsored by the Theatre Department and the Classics Program.