5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend Presented by State Farm®

By Courtney Potter

The big holiday is almost upon us! Just a few more sleeps, as Bob Cratchit (played by Kermit the Frog) might sing in The Muppet Christmas Carol… We hope you’ll be surrounded by friends and family—and copious amounts of delicious eats and treats—all weekend long… but should you need some respite, there’s a plethora of fun and frolic to be watched from around the worlds of Disney. Merry merry!

In key art for the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One, images of several of the special’s performers can be seen around the show’s logo—including (clockwise from top) Olivia Rodrigo, Niall Horan, Sabrina Carpenter, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, OneRepublic, Cher, and SZA. Their images are inside Christmas ornaments, and the background is a holiday red checkerboard.

iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One—Thursday, December 21, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC (check local listings), next day on Hulu
Ready to jingle around the clock? (Or at least around your living room?) iHeartMedia has been celebrating the holiday season across the nation with its annual iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One, the season’s iconic live music event—capturing all the music and holiday spirit on iHeartRadio stations across America and the iHeartRadio app… and now, in tonight’s ABC special! (Streaming next day on Hulu, so don’t fret if you’re out last-minute shopping tonight.) Look for performances by this year’s biggest artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Usher, Nicki Minaj, SZA, Niall Horan, OneRepublic, AJR, Sabrina Carpenter, Miguel, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, NCT DREAM, Flo Rida, and a special appearance by none other than Cher!

In an image from the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special, several characters—including Rey and Chewbacca—are standing inside a ship.

LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special—now streaming on Disney+
In this Disney+ special that premiered in 2020, as her friends prep for a Life Day holiday celebration, Rey (voiced by Helen Sadler) journeys with BB-8 on a quest to gain a deeper knowledge of the Force at a mysterious Jedi Temple. There, she embarks on a cross-timeline adventure through beloved moments in Star Wars history—coming into contact with iconic heroes and villains from all eras of the saga. But will she make it back in time for the Life Day feast? Also featuring the voices of Kelly Marie Tran as Rose, Anthony Daniels as C-3PO, and Billy Dee Williams as Lando Calrissian.

In an image from Duck the Halls: A Mickey Mouse Christmas Special, Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck are wearing winter gear (hats, scarves, gloves) and are outside in the snow building a snowman. Mickey is also holding some sort of long list.

Duck the Halls: A Mickey Mouse Christmas Special—now streaming on Disney+
Mickey Mouse and the gang celebrate the holidays in this special Christmas episode from 2016. Donald Duck decides to stay home instead of migrating somewhere warmer. To commemorate the occasion, Mickey hopes to make Donald’s first Christmas the greatest ever… but in the meantime, Donald starts not feeling well—and the gang realizes he’s got to get to warmer climes. Can they still have a memorable holiday after all?

In an image from Mickey’s Christmas Carol, Mickey Mouse as Bob Cratchit and his family are preparing their humble Christmas feast. At left, the children are decorating a small Christmas tree with a string of popcorn, and Minnie Mouse as Mrs. Cratchit is cooking at the hearth.

Mickey’s Christmas Carol—now streaming on Disney+
In this now-classic 1983 animated short, directed by Disney Legend Burny Mattinson, Charles Dickens’ well-known Christmas tale is retold with Uncle Scrooge McDuck taking the role of Ebenezer Scrooge; Mickey Mouse as Bob Cratchit; Goofy as Jacob Marley’s ghost; Donald Duck as nephew Fred; and so many more. This delightful short, which aired annually on NBC for years, was even nominated for an Academy Award®!

In an image from the Arendelle Castle Yule Log Cut Paper Edition, silhouettes of (from left to right) Olaf, Kristoff, Anna, Elsa, and Sven can be seen around a stylized fireplace. Stylized snow is falling from the sky and trees pepper the landscape.

Arendelle Castle Yule Log Cut Paper Edition—now streaming on Disney+
Hand-crafted from paper art by Brittney Lee, acclaimed visual development artist on Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen and Frozen 2, this hearthside scene sets a warm and inviting mood. Stylized cut-out paper flames combine with imaginative visual effects (including a touch of snow provided by Elsa!) and silhouetted images of Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven are sure to add to the mirth and merriment at your holiday festivities. D23 was lucky enough to chat with Lee when this Yule Log first debuted in 2021; check it out by clicking here.

Camp Half-Blood Superlatives with the Cast of Percy Jackson and the Olympians

With the all-new Disney+ Original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians now streaming, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club had some electrifying inquiries for the series’ stars: Who would have the messiest cabin at Camp Half-Blood? Who’d really be the most valuable person to have on a quest? Luckily, we had the chance to sat down with Walker Scobell (Percy), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth), and Aryan Simhadri (Grover) to find out their answers to these superlatives… and more!

Don’t miss Percy Jackson and the Olympians, now streaming on Disney+ with new episodes weekly!

 

QUIZ: Which Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Character Are You?

Boys and girls of every age, wouldn’t you like to see something strange? Take our quiz and you will see where you belong in the town of Halloween…

How do you spend your Halloween?

You’re at a Halloween party—what are you doing?

Which is your favorite song from Nightmare?

What’s your favorite color?

What’s your must-have Halloween accessory?

Choose a spooky Disney movie

Choose a Disney holiday movie

What’s one thing you must do during Halloween Time at Disney parks?

Pick a Halloween costume:

Pick a spooky Disney attraction to ride

Which Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Character Are You?
Jack

What’s this? Why, you’re just like the Pumpkin King himself: A natural born leader with a unique sense of style, your friends count on you to plan a screaming good time. Sometimes you get tired of the same old thing, but with your creative mind and sense of adventure, you always find a new way to have a good time.
Sally

Just like Sally, if you spend too much time cooped up, you start coming apart at the seams! You have a strong independent streak and would rather help others than be told what to do. You can come across as a little shy, but we know that you’re sew much more than you first appear.
Oogie

Uh-oh… It looks like you’re more tricks than treats—just like the Oogie Boogie Man! You’ve got big plans and a vision, and perhaps a loyal trio of trick-or-treaters to do your spooky bidding. You love games and tricks more than anything—which is why Halloween time is the perfect season for you!
Lock, Shock, and Barrel

You’d fit right in with this trio of trick-or-treaters. You’re mischievous and love causing shenanigans with your friends—especially if you all coordinate your costumes. While you may come across as a little devious, behind the mask you’re just a silly kid who loves spooky fun.
Zero

You’re like the cutest character of them all—Zero! You’re loyal and fun and ready to lead your friends to success (Although most likely not by leading a pack of skeleton reindeer… Well, you never know.). From your lovable appearance to your reliable personality, your friends can always count on you for a doggone good time!

New The Little Mermaid Show to Swim Into Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2024

By Emily Hewitt

Ariel will soon be part of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ world…

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, a fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic, will premiere at the Animation Courtyard theater inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in fall 2024.

The show will feature stunning new set pieces, cutting-edge effects, and a bold new design that captures Ariel’s imagination and emotions through her unique view of the world around her. Musical numbers inspired by the film will include “Part of Your World,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” and “Kiss the Girl”—featured in the concept art above.

The Animation Courtyard theater is currently under construction; audiences will flip their fins into the newly refreshed theater next year. Until then, keep your eyes peeled for more info as it becomes available!

GALLERY: Totally Paw-Some Photos of Zootopia at Shanghai Disney Resort

We’re going wild for the opening of Shanghai Disney Resort’s new Zootopia-themed land, the first of its kind at any Disney Park! The new land transports guests into the mammalian metropolis straight out of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ hit film, taking guests down Mane Street and into immersive storytelling, including Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, an all-new attraction, and many other treats lifted straight from the screen. We can’t wait to—as Gazelle says—try everything! Get a closer look at everything Zootopia has to offer in the gallery below.

Magic Awaits at Asteria, a New Storyliving by Disney Residential Community in North Carolina

By the D23 Team

Disney fans seeking to immerse themselves in the worlds of Disney in their daily lives need look no further—Storyliving by Disney is bringing its signature magic to Asteria, a new residential community planned in the heart of North Carolina, near Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Inspired by the spirit of discovery, the Asteria community is designed to encourage exploration of the region’s natural beauty and spark lifelong learning.

“The Asteria community builds upon strong initial interest for our first Storyliving by Disney community in California and will expand Disney-branded communities to the East Coast,” said Claire Bilby, senior vice president and general manager of Disney Signature Experiences Emerging Businesses. “Our team has been working closely with Disney Imagineers to develop a unique vision for this project inspired by Walt Disney’s innate curiosity and North Carolina’s spirit of discovery.”

Home sales for the community—which is in the beginning planning stages with Walt Disney Imagineering and DMB Development—are anticipated to begin in 2027.

Influenced by the nearby universities in the famed Research Triangle, the community is envisioned as a campus of discovery—a place for exploring and learning. The Asteria community is being developed on 1,500 acres in the heart of North Carolina’s picturesque Chatham County. Situated in the town of Pittsboro, residents will have access to all the amenities of a metropolitan area with the charm of a small town. Plans call for more than 4,000 residential units including single-family and multi-family homes, with some home sites specifically designated for 55+ adults.

The Asteria community is part of the larger, award-winning Chatham Park master-planned community by Preston Development Company, co-founded by Julian “Bubba” Rawl and Tim Smith.

“For nearly 15 years, Chatham Park has set the standard for innovative growth and thoughtful planning. We feel an extraordinary sense of responsibility to our residents and the broader community with this project and we’re incredibly fortunate to work with Disney, DMB Development, and homebuilders to create something truly special,” said Rawl.

The Asteria community will offer future residents a unique lifestyle thanks to distinctive Disney placemaking. A range of home styles will line quaint streets leading to a mix of community amenities designed to showcase the surrounding area’s natural beauty. The community will feature acres of neighborhood parks and miles of beautiful walking and biking trails where residents can connect with the outdoors.

Part of the Club
Asteria community homeowners will become part of a club with amenities planned to include a wellness and recreation center, restaurant, sport courts, swimming pools, community garden, and plentiful outdoor space for lawn games, events, and fire pits. The club will also feature enrichment programming only Disney can deliver; some of the experiences under consideration include Storyliving dinners inspired by Disney tales, lessons with Disney artists, and family fun days with Disney-themed activities.

Asteria is the second Storyliving by Disney community in the United States and first on the East Coast. It follows the Cotino community currently under development in Rancho Mirage, California, in the Coachella Valley—a location where Walt Disney himself once owned a home and spent time with his family.

To receive news and updates or to access additional information about Asteria, a Storyliving by Disney community, please visit www.storylivingbydisney.com/asteria.

Electrifying Premiere Photos from Percy Jackson and the Olympians

By Courtney Potter

Earlier this week, Disney+ hosted the world premiere for the highly anticipated Original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Serving as a key location for the series, “The Met” provided a perfect backdrop for the big red-carpet event—immersing the show’s stars, creative team, and guests into the world of Percy Jackson.

And just who arrived to celebrate such an electrifying occasion? Stars Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson), Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth Chase), and Aryan Simhadri (Grover Underwood)—of course!—as well as the series’ creative team, including executive producer (and author of the book series) Rick Riordan and his wife and fellow executive producer, Rebecca Riordan.

In an image from the world premiere for Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians, from left to right, Leah Sava Jeffries (Annabeth Chase), Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson), and Aryan Simhadri (Grover Underwood) are seen smiling for cameras on the red carpet.

Series guest stars including Adam Copeland, Jason Mantzoukas, Timothy Omundson, and Azriel Dalman—as well as recurring stars such as Charlie Bushnell, Dior Goodjohn, Virginia Kull, Glynn Turman, and Timm Sharp—were also on hand for the festivities.

Based on Disney Hyperion’s best-selling book series, Percy Jackson and the Olympians follows Percy (Scobell) on a dangerous quest. Once he learns his father is the Greek god Poseidon, Percy first needs to survive Camp Half-Blood—a sanctuary for demigod children; there, he must prove himself and confront his origins. With the help of his mates Annabeth (Jeffries) and Grover (Simhadri), Percy then sets off on a perilous journey across America to return Zeus’ master lightning bolt, but he’ll need to outrun monsters and outwit gods to stop an all-out war and find the answers he seeks...

Looking for a crash course on who’s who in the series? Click here!

Percy Jackson and the Olympians premieres December 20, only on Disney+.

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend Presented by State Farm®

By Courtney Potter

We’ve got a veritable “sampler platter” of merriment and mirth to watch from around the worlds of Disney this weekend… some new, some classic, and some delightfully in-between—but all of it sure to bring you glad tidings! Country music fans will have a lot to cheer about, as will those who enjoy traditions of the musical-theater variety. And there’s more where that came from, so read on for what to expect:

In an image from CMA Country Christmas, Amy Grant (left) is wearing a strapless silver gown and is holding a microphone; she has her arm around Trisha Yearwood (right), who is wearing a sparkly gray long-sleeved gown and is also holding a mic. They are smiling at each other. Several band members can be seen on stage behind them.

CMA Country Christmas—Thursday, December 14, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC / next day on Disney+ and Hulu
’Tis the holiday season, and time for some jingle-bell rock! Hosted by Amy Grant and Trisha Yearwood, CMA Country Christmas was filmed in Nashville in front of a live audience and showcases one-of-a-kind musical performances of festive classics from country music’s biggest stars—including Jordan Davis, Lady A, Ashley McBryde, Jon Pardi, Lindsey Stirling, The War And Treaty, Zach Williams, Lainey Wilson, and (of course) Grant and Yearwood themselves. This 14th annual shindig will be available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu after it airs on ABC, so you can enjoy it all weekend long (and beyond!)…

In an image from Disney Branded Television’s Firebuds, from left to right, Piston the police car (voiced by Caleb Paddock) is seen with Jayden (voiced by JeCobi Swain); Flash the firetruck (voiced by Terrence Little Gardenhigh) is seen with Bo (voiced by Declan Whaley); and Axl the ambulance (voiced by Lily Sanfelippo) is seen with Violet (voiced by Vivian Vencer).

Firebuds—Friday, December 15, at 12 p.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel and Disney Junior
The episode’s two stories include “Annie Spokely,” in which the Firebuds get a rescue call from an old western town; guest voices include Leisha Hailey as Annie Spokely, Punkie Johnson as Cousin Fanny, and Ariel Winter as Calamity Train… and “Ingrid on Ice,” where the Firebuds help a young ice cream truck sell frozen treats on a cold day.

In an image from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon) is dressed like Santa Claus and placing gifts under a Christmas tree. There is a fireplace to his left, above which are hung several stockings.

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas—now streaming on Disney+
This is one of those movies that works for two different holidays—so if you didn’t catch it back in October, or even if you did, fire up your device of choice and confidently enjoy this weekend! (Plus, it’s celebrating its incredible 30th anniversary this year, so it deserves a repeat viewing.) Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon), the Pumpkin King of Halloweentown, decides to take over Christmas—and mayhem ensues! His obsession extends to kidnapping Santa Claus and giving terrifying toys to the children of the world… but when Jack sees the horrified reaction to his creepy Christmas, he realizes the true way to be himself is to embrace his love of Halloween.

In an image from the Marvel Studios’ Special Presentation The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, from left to right, Karen Gillan as Nebula, Pom Klementieff as Mantis, Dave Bautista as Drax, and Chris Pratt as Peter Quill/Star-Lord are standing in the middle of Knowhere as Peter begins unwrapping a huge gift. Mantis and Drax are wearing ugly Christmas sweaters, and Christmas lights are strewn every which way.

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special—now streaming on Disney+
Having premiered last year, as a lead-up to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, this Marvel Studios’ Special Presentation remains chock-full of yuletide cheer! The Guardians are on a mission to make Christmas unforgettable for Peter Quill/Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), so they head to Earth in search of the perfect present: Kevin Bacon, star of Footloose. Yes, really. Also featuring Dave Bautista as Drax the Destroyer, Karen Gillan as Nebula, Pom Klementieff as Mantis, Vin Diesel as Groot, Bradley Cooper as Rocket, and Sean Gunn as Kraglin.

In an image from The Sound of Music, Maria (Disney Legend Julie Andrews) is standing close to Captain Von Trapp (Christopher Plummer) next to a gazebo’s window; a grove of trees can be seen behind them. The pair looks longingly at each other.

The Sound of Music—Sunday, December 17, at 7 p.m. ET/PT on ABC (check local listings)
This 1965 film version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s seminal musical—based on a true story—is a holiday staple on ABC… so gather the fam and settle in for some “raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens” (and so much more!). Winner of five Oscars®, including Best Picture, The Sound of Music stars Disney Legend Julie Andrews as Maria, a postulant in late ’30s Austria who is sent to the home of widower Captain Von Trapp (Christopher Plummer) to be governess to his seven precocious children. Eventually, Maria and Von Trapp fall in love and marry before being forced to flee with their family across the Alps towards freedom.

TABOO®: Disney Edition is the Perfect Challenge for Ultimate Disney Fans

By Jocelyn Buhlman

As Disney fans, we pride ourselves in knowing everything and anything about the worlds of Disney—but how well can you describe your Disney favorites without directly saying their names? TABOO®: Disney Edition challenges you to do just that!

Four TABOO®: Disney Edition cards are laid out against a yellow background, photographed from a top-down view. A blue buzzer sits in the lower left of the image, and an hourglass sits in the upper right.

TABOO®: Disney Edition is a Disney twist on a classic party game where teams compete to guess words without the use of “taboo” clues.  Can you describe Genie without saying his name? What if you also can’t say words like “wish” or “magic lamp?” Put your knowledge to the test to give your team clues to guess the word. You need to be quick—you’re racing against a timer to describe as many Disney words as possible!

Guess it right and earn a point or get the buzzer if you slip up. Besides the fun of creatively describing Disney characters, places, and more, you also get to buzz your opponents if they say a Taboo word!

Four people sit around a black table, playing DL2_0577.jpg. In the foreground of the image, the hands of a player are extended, holding some of the game’s cards. Beside this person is another hand, holding the game’s blue buzzer. In the background, two more players smile and point at the players in the foreground.

The team with more points at the end of the round wins—until it’s time for a rematch, of course. This game is the perfect way to flex your Disney fandom with your friends and family. Plus, you might discover who else in your life shares your Disney enthusiasm.

Ready to play? You can get TABOO®: Disney Edition here.

Meet the Characters of Percy Jackson and the Olympians

By Alison Stateman

Fans of Rick Riordan’s bestselling Percy Jackson book series may be familiar with many of the main players in the upcoming Disney+ Original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians, but a quick refresher—or crash course for the newly initiated—will provide viewers with valuable info on all manner of heroes, gods, and even a monster or two! Read on to find out more about who’s who in the highly anticipated series, debuting on the streaming service on Wednesday, December 20 with a two-episode premiere, followed by new episodes weekly.

Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell) crouches down before a wooden door with his gold sword drawn. He is looking out intently at something offscreen. He wears a green flannel-print shirt, T-shirt underneath, and jeans.

Percy Jackson
Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell) is at a crossroads. Like many a 12-year-old on the cusp of becoming a teen, he’s trying to find where he fits in. Throughout his young life, he’s always felt like an outsider, partly due to how others respond to his ADHD and dyslexia. He’s bullied, with bad grades, and has a growing fixation with mythological figures that mysteriously appear and, just as quickly, disappear. Kind, smart, impulsive, and rambunctious, Percy is quick to anger when things seem unfair to him. Raised by his loving mother, Sally (Virginia Kull), who schooled him on the world of Greek mythology, and less-than-nurturing stepfather in modern-day New York City, Percy resents his absentee biological father. His world is turned upside down when he discovers he’s a demigod and the son of none other than the Greek god of the sea, Poseidon (Toby Stephens). But there’s no time to process it, as he is whisked away to Camp Half-Blood—a camp where demigods like himself are protected from monsters until they fully come into their powers.

However, the gods do not think well of their half-human prodigy—in fact Zeus (Lance Reddick) accuses Percy of stealing his master lightning bolt and if it isn’t returned to him within the week, it’ll be an all-out war among the gods. Hey, no pressure there. At least he can bring two demigods of his choosing along on his recovery mission, which leads us to…

Annabeth Chase (Leah Sava Jeffries) turns and looks toward the left, in a green forest. Her long dark hair is in tight all-over braids and tied back on each side creating loose ponytails. She wears a suit of armor over her orange camp shirt.

Annabeth Chase
Daughter of the Greek goddess Athena, Annabeth (Leah Sava Jeffries) is a brilliant strategist who sees the world differently and is always six steps ahead of everyone else. The strongest warrior in camp, where she’s spent the last five years, the only way left to prove herself is by going on a quest. She sizes up each new arrival to see if they hold a key to a quest she can join, including Percy—who, indeed, chooses her as the first of his quest-mates. As he explains to a baffled camp leader at his quick choice, “If the mission requires someone to push me down a flight of stairs for it to succeed, you’d want someone who won’t hesitate when they do it.”

Grover Underwood (Aryan Simhadri) stands looking off at something at left in a darkened rainy wood. His satyr horns and hair are soaked as is his dark hooded jacket.

Grover Underwood
A satyr—half boy and half goat—disguised as a 12-year-old classmate of Percy’s, Grover (Aryan Simhadri) cares deeply about others and will always choose what is best for them, even if it gets him in a lot of trouble. Though cautious by nature, he’ll always fight to protect his friends, especially his best friend Percy Jackson. He’s someone Percy can truly trust, which is why he chooses Grover to accompany him on his quest.

Alecto aka Mrs. Dodds
Mrs. Dodds (Megan Mullally) is Percy’s strict Algebra teacher who behaves monstrously at times… which is not at all surprising when you consider her true identity. She’s one of the three Furies, known as Alecto, who loyally serves Hades, the god of the Underworld—whose kingdom happens to be below modern-day Los Angeles. 

Sally Jackson (Virginia Kull) stands with her body turned toward the right with arms crossed protectively around her waist in a softly lit room. She wears a blue flannel-print long-sleeve shirt over a white T-shirt with a single pearl necklace hanging delicately at her neck.

Sally Jackson
As Percy’s loving, protective, and selfless mother, Sally Jackson raised her son knowing that one day she’d have to give him up to the dangerous world of the Olympian gods. She has sacrificed much to keep him safe, including having to relinquish him to Camp Half-Blood—a journey in which tragedy befalls the mother-son duo.

Chiron aka Mr. Brunner
Disguised as Percy’s Latin teacher Mr. Brunner (Glynn Turman), Chiron is none other than the famed centaur and trainer of heroes, as well as activities director for Camp Half-Blood. Wise and noble, he provides Percy with moral guidance as the young demigod grabbles with his fate—and mission.

Dionysus aka Mr. D (Jason Mantzoukas) as his alter-ego running Camp Half-Blood stands with his arms crossed and eyebrows raised in seeming judgement. He wears a tiger-printed short-sleeve shirt and jeans with woods visible behind him.

 

Dionysus aka Mr. D
Mr. D (Jason Mantzoukas), short for Dionysus, runs Camp Half-Blood, but that doesn’t stop him from trying to skirt the rules. Though forbidden by Zeus to consume alcohol, he tries to get Percy to fetch him a bottle of wine through deception. As Chiron explains to a confused Percy, “Demigods can do things for gods that gods are forbidden to do themselves.”

Gabe Ugliano
Gabe (Timm Sharp) is Sally’s selfish, brash, and combative husband and Percy’s stepfather, whose armchair-adjacent occupation is gambling on the horses and, as Percy says, “losing at imaginary poker.”

Clarisse La Rue
Clarisse (Dior Goodjohn) is a strong-willed and competitive fighter who lives up to her bloodline as a child of Aries, the god of war. Unfortunately, that win-at-all-cost attitude makes her the Camp Half-Blood bully of newcomers like Percy.

Luke Castellan
Meet the counselor of the cabin devoted to the offspring of Hermes (Lin-Manuel Miranda) and demigods whose parents have yet to claim them. The undisputed coolest—and kindest—kid at camp, Luke Castellan (Charlie Bushnell), befriends and helps Percy learn the ropes at Camp Half-Blood.