Joe Tracz
Latest News on Joe Tracz:
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Tour the UK This Autumn (Mar 6, 2025)
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Nebraska Wesleyan University (Feb 26, 2025)
Morgan Gregory and More Join THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace (Feb 18, 2025)
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Tour the UK This Autumn (Mar 6, 2025)
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Nebraska Wesleyan University (Feb 26, 2025)
Morgan Gregory and More Join THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace (Feb 18, 2025)
BIO
Joe Tracz spent years investigating the unfortunate world of Lemony Snicket before becoming a writer and producer on all three seasons of Netflix's A Series of Unfortunate Events. An LA-based screenwriter and playwright, his work includes the Drama Desk-nominated adaptation of the first Percy Jackson novel, The Lightning Thief, and the cult musical Be More Chill.
Photos
NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 16: Book Writer Joe Tracz poses at the opening night of the new musical based on the film "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" on Broadway at The Longacre Theatre on October 16, 2019 in New York City (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
Date:
10/17/2019
From: Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE LIGHTNING THIEF
creative team: orchestrator Charlie Rosen, composer-lyricist Joe Iconis, musical director Emily Marshall, director Stephen Brackett, choreographer Chase Brock, and book writer Joe Tracz
Date:
01/11/2019
From: Photo Coverage: They're Ready for Their Upgrade! In Rehearsal with the Cast of BE MORE CHILL
creative team: orchestrator Charlie Rosen, composer-lyricist Joe Iconis, musical director Emily Marshall, director Stephen Brackett, choreographer Chase Brock, and book writer Joe Tracz
Date:
01/11/2019
From: Photo Coverage: They're Ready for Their Upgrade! In Rehearsal with the Cast of BE MORE CHILL
Productions
Writing
Bookwriter
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Joe Tracz, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Videos
VIDEO: Two River Theatre Celebrates ASL Day with Theatre Signs!
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-04-15 22:55:49
VIDEO: Carl Hendrick Louis Performs From RADIO GOLF as Part of Two River Theater's Scene at Two River Series
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-03 08:40:39
VIDEO: Two River Theater's Literary Manager Taylor Barfield Shares Context For The American Century Cycle by August Wilson
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-31 08:29:52
VIDEO: Two River's Special Events Manager Katie Benson Shows Off Art From Opening Nights, Galas, and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-31 08:16:10
VIDEO: Director John Simpkins Talks LOVE IN HATE NATION at Two River
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-17 05:24:18
VIDEO: Watch THE LIGHTNING THIEF's Full Panel From New York Comic Con
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-04 05:54:09
VIDEO: Final BE MORE CHILL Curtain Call - Joe Iconis Gives a Speech and the Cast Sings 'The Goodbye Song'
by Stephi Wild - 2019-08-12 06:39:33
VIDEO: Andrew Keenan-Bolger Performs at BE MORE CHILL's Post-Show Hang
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-08-02 16:51:01
VIDEO: Get A First Look At BE MORE CHILL at Monumental Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2019-07-22 13:23:55
VIDEO: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Performs Encore With Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Students!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-07-01 15:15:17
BWW Exclusive: Taylor Trensch Visits BE MORE CHILL For A Post-Show Performance With Joe Iconis
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-05-22 23:06:21
VIDEO: BE MORE CHILL Cast Sings Mashup Of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-16 06:27:18
BWW Exclusive: BE MORE CHILL Celebrates Tony Nominee Joe Iconis With A Post-Show Encore!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-05-01 23:15:08
VIDEO: Watch Chris McCarrell Perform From THE LIGHTNING THIEF Musical
by Rachel Katz - 2019-04-25 16:15:49
VIDEO: C-C-C-Come On and Watch the Opening Number of BE MORE CHILL on Good Morning America!
by Stephi Wild - 2019-03-13 08:56:56
TV: Did Will Roland, George Salazar & Stephanie Hsu Find Their Chill? Go Inside Opening Night of BE MORE CHILL!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-03-11 13:01:00
News
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Will Tour the UK This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is set to embark on an electrifying UK tour this autumn, bringing the hit stage adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling novel to audiences across the country.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is set to embark on an electrifying UK tour this autumn, bringing the hit stage adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling novel to audiences across the country.
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Nebraska Wesleyan University
by Christine Swerczek - Feb 26, 2025
THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical, based on Rick Riordan’s popular novel of the same name, is playing at Nebraska Wesleyan University’s McDonald Theatre through March 2. With music and lyrics by Rob Rokicki and book by Joe Tracz, this production has something for adults and children alike.
by Christine Swerczek - Feb 26, 2025
THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical, based on Rick Riordan’s popular novel of the same name, is playing at Nebraska Wesleyan University’s McDonald Theatre through March 2. With music and lyrics by Rob Rokicki and book by Joe Tracz, this production has something for adults and children alike.
Morgan Gregory and More Join THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2025
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will welcome a new cast as the musical continues performances at The Other Palace. Learn more about the cast here!
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at The Royal Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 19, 2025
What did our critic think of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at The Royal Theatre?
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 19, 2025
What did our critic think of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at The Royal Theatre?
Sophia Anne Caruso Joins Netflix's ONE PIECE Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025
Beetlejuice star Sophie Anne Caruso is set to appear in Season 2 of Netflix's live-action One Piece series, based on the popular manga of the same name.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025
Beetlejuice star Sophie Anne Caruso is set to appear in Season 2 of Netflix's live-action One Piece series, based on the popular manga of the same name.
YP2S to Present THE LIGHTNING THIEF in January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
The Historic Royal Theatre will bring THE LIGHTNING THIEF to the stage in 2025, performed by the Young Players Second Stage company. Learn more about the production here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
The Historic Royal Theatre will bring THE LIGHTNING THIEF to the stage in 2025, performed by the Young Players Second Stage company. Learn more about the production here!
THE LIGHTNING THIEF Extends Run at The Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be extending its run at The Other Palace in London. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be extending its run at The Other Palace in London. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Photos: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
At Bergen County Players
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2024
Bergen County Players has released photos of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, now running at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, onstage through December 22. See photos from the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2024
Bergen County Players has released photos of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, now running at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, onstage through December 22. See photos from the show.
Review: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Barnesville High School
by Brian Michaels - Nov 20, 2024
What did our critic think of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Barnesville High School?
by Brian Michaels - Nov 20, 2024
What did our critic think of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL at Barnesville High School?
Bergen County Players Presents THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2024
Bergen County Players has announced the opening of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL on December 7.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2024
Bergen County Players has announced the opening of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL on December 7.
THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL is Coming to Bergen County Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024
Bergen County Players will present THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL. Directed by Larry Landsman, the show features music by Rob Rokicki and a book by Joe Tracz. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024
Bergen County Players will present THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL. Directed by Larry Landsman, the show features music by Rob Rokicki and a book by Joe Tracz. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Full Cast Set to Join Max Harwood in THE LIGHTNING THIEF
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
The full cast has been announced for the highly anticipated London premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
The full cast has been announced for the highly anticipated London premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.
Max Harwood Will Lead THE LIGHTNING THIEF at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024
Becoming a demigod and taking the lead role of Percy Jackson for the London Premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be Max Harwood. Learn more about him here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024
Becoming a demigod and taking the lead role of Percy Jackson for the London Premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will be Max Harwood. Learn more about him here!
Joe Manganiello & Lera Abova Join Season Two of Netflix's ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 20, 2024
At the Geeked Week live event in Atlanta, Netflix announced new cast members who will appear in roles in the upcoming second season of ONE PIECE. Joe Manganiello (True Blood, Magic Mike franchise) will appear as “Mr. 0,' with Lera Abova (Bumper in Berlin, Honey Don’t) taking on the role of “Miss All Sunday.'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 20, 2024
At the Geeked Week live event in Atlanta, Netflix announced new cast members who will appear in roles in the upcoming second season of ONE PIECE. Joe Manganiello (True Blood, Magic Mike franchise) will appear as “Mr. 0,' with Lera Abova (Bumper in Berlin, Honey Don’t) taking on the role of “Miss All Sunday.'
Complete Cast Set for THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Bergen County Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024
The Bergen County Players premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has found its cast. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024
The Bergen County Players premiere of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has found its cast. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Charithra Chandran Joins Season Two of Netflix's ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2024
Netflix has announced that Charithra Chandran, of Bridgerton fame, will join season two of One Piece in the series regular role of “Miss Wednesday.' Season two is currently in production in Cape Town, South Africa.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2024
Netflix has announced that Charithra Chandran, of Bridgerton fame, will join season two of One Piece in the series regular role of “Miss Wednesday.' Season two is currently in production in Cape Town, South Africa.
Bergen County Players to Hold Open Auditions for THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024
Bergen County Players will hold open auditions for THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL (Theatre for Young Audiences Edition). Learn how to audition!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2024
Bergen County Players will hold open auditions for THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL (Theatre for Young Audiences Edition). Learn how to audition!
Photos: THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Otherworld Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024
Otherworld Theatre Company, North America's premier sci-fi and fantasy live theatre production company, has released photos from its production of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 14, 2024
Otherworld Theatre Company, North America's premier sci-fi and fantasy live theatre production company, has released photos from its production of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL.
Bergen County Players Reveal 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024
The Bergen County Players has announced its 2024/25 season with a lineup of musicals and plays for its 92nd season. BCP will be celebrating 75 continuous years of operation at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, and will kick off its new season in September with the Tony Award-winning comedy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2024
The Bergen County Players has announced its 2024/25 season with a lineup of musicals and plays for its 92nd season. BCP will be celebrating 75 continuous years of operation at the Little Firehouse Theatre in Oradell, and will kick off its new season in September with the Tony Award-winning comedy, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Video: Netflix Begins Production on ONE PIECE Season 2; Confirms Cast
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2024
Netflix has begun production on Season Two of the beloved live-action adventure One Piece and released a cast video reuniting the original Straw Hat crew, Iñaki Godoy (Monkey D. Luffy), Mackenyu (Zoro), Emily Rudd (Nami), Jacob Romero (Usopp) and Taz Skylar (Sanji) as they come back together in Cape Town.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 1, 2024
Netflix has begun production on Season Two of the beloved live-action adventure One Piece and released a cast video reuniting the original Straw Hat crew, Iñaki Godoy (Monkey D. Luffy), Mackenyu (Zoro), Emily Rudd (Nami), Jacob Romero (Usopp) and Taz Skylar (Sanji) as they come back together in Cape Town.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Joe Tracz written?
Joe Tracz has written 1 shows including Be More Chill (Bookwriter).
What awards has Joe Tracz been nominated for?
and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.
Videos