You remember that mid-2000s era of Jetix and Teletoon? It was a weird, transitionary time for animation. Right in the middle of it, we got this Canadian gem that decided Greek mythology belonged in modern-day New Olympia. Honestly, the cast of Class of the Titans is the only reason that show didn’t just feel like a Percy Jackson rip-off before Percy Jackson was even a massive thing. They had this chemistry that felt lived-in. It wasn't just actors reading lines in a booth; it felt like a group of teenagers actually annoyed by the fact that they had to save the world from Cronus while trying to pass high school.
The show focused on seven descendants of Greek heroes. You had Jay, Odie, Herry, Atlanta, Archie, Theresa, and Neil. If you look back at the voice credits, you’re basically looking at a "Who’s Who" of the Vancouver voice acting scene from twenty years ago. These people were the backbone of our Saturday mornings.
The Core Seven: Breaking Down the Cast of Class of the Titans
Let's talk about Kirby Morrow first. Losing him a few years ago was a massive blow to the community. He voiced Jay, the leader and descendant of Jason. Kirby had this specific quality to his voice—a mix of authority and "I'm just a guy trying my best"—that made Jay work. Jay could have been a boring, straight-edge protagonist. But Morrow gave him a dry wit. He wasn't just a leader; he was a tired teenager. You might also know Kirby as Cyclops from X-Men: Evolution or Miroku from Inuyasha. He brought that same "reluctant hero" energy here, and it’s arguably what grounded the entire team.
Then there’s Kelly Sheridan. She played Theresa, the descendant of Theseus. Most people recognize Kelly as the voice of Barbie for over a decade, but her work in Class of the Titans was way more nuanced. Theresa had these psychic powers that often felt like a burden. Sheridan played that beautifully. She captured that specific brand of "smart girl who is also slightly terrified of her own brain." It’s a far cry from the pink-drenched optimism of Barbie, showing off her range in a way that often gets overlooked.
Archie was the resident cool guy with a crippling fear of water, a descendant of Achilles. He was voiced by Sam Vincent. If you’ve watched any cartoon in the last thirty years, you’ve heard Sam. He was Double D in Ed, Edd n Eddy. Think about that for a second. The jump from the neurotic, high-pitched Double D to the suave, slightly arrogant Archie is wild. It’s a testament to the talent within the cast of Class of the Titans. Sam made Archie’s hydrophobia feel like a genuine character flaw rather than just a plot point.
The Powerhouse and the Brains
Ty Olsson voiced Herry, the descendant of Hercules. Ty is a name you see a lot in live-action too—he was Benny Lafitte in Supernatural. He gave Herry this gentle giant vibe that never felt like a caricature. Herry was strong, sure, but he was also the heart of the group. He felt like a big brother.
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On the flip side, you had Odie, the tech genius descendant of Odysseus, voiced by Doron Bell Jr. Odie was the one who actually figured everything out while the others were punching monsters. Doron played him with this infectious enthusiasm. He didn't make Odie sound like a "nerd" trope; he made him sound like the smartest person in the room who was genuinely hyped to be there.
Atlanta, the descendant of Artemis, was voiced by Sarah Edmondson. She was the athlete, the one with the short fuse. Sarah gave her this raspy, tough-as-nails edge that balanced out the group’s dynamics. And we can't forget Neil, the narcissistic descendant of Narcissus, voiced by Ted Cole. Neil was the comic relief, but Ted played him with such earnest vanity that you couldn't help but like him. He was the "pretty boy" who actually grew a backbone when it mattered.
The Gods Among Us: Legendary Supporting Voices
The show wasn't just about the kids. The gods were basically the dysfunctional mentors. Christopher Gaze voiced Zeus. If you want a voice that sounds like it’s coming from a cloud, Gaze is your man. He’s a legend in the Vancouver theater scene, and he brought a Shakespearean weight to Zeus that made the character feel genuinely ancient.
But the real MVP of the supporting cast of Class of the Titans has to be David Kaye as Cronus.
David Kaye is a voice acting titan—pun intended. He’s Megatron. He’s Sesshomaru. He’s Professor X. As Cronus, he was chilling. He didn't do the over-the-top "villain laugh" thing. He was cold, calculating, and smooth. Every time he spoke, the stakes felt higher. He made a Saturday morning cartoon villain feel like a legitimate threat to existence.
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Then there’s Michael Daingerfield as Hermes. He was the messenger god who wore a tracksuit and acted like a frantic talent agent. It was a brilliant reimagining of the character. Daingerfield’s fast-talking delivery provided the perfect contrast to the more serious tones of the show. It kept things light when the "end of the world" plots got a bit too heavy.
Why This Cast Worked When Others Failed
A lot of shows from this era had "celebrity" casts that felt disconnected. Class of the Titans went the opposite way. They used a tight-knit group of professional voice actors who were used to working together. They recorded many of their sessions in the same room, which is why the banter feels so fast and natural.
You can hear the difference. In modern animation, a lot of lines are recorded solo, and editors stitch them together. In this show, when Jay and Atlanta are arguing, it sounds like two people actually interrupting each other. That’s a craft. That’s why fans still talk about this cast twenty years later.
The show dealt with some heavy themes. Fate vs. free will. Family trauma. The burden of legacy. If the actors hadn't sold the emotional weight of those themes, the show would have been forgotten. Instead, we got moments like Theresa struggling with her visions or Archie dealing with his "Achilles heel" that felt genuinely moving.
The Legacy of the Voice Directing
Terry Klassen was the voice director for the series. If you know anything about Canadian voice acting, that name should ring a bell. He’s the guy who directed Dragon Ball Z (the Ocean dub) and Ed, Edd n Eddy. He has a knack for finding the "human" element in fantastical characters.
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Under his direction, the cast of Class of the Titans avoided the traps of "kid show" acting. No one was talking down to the audience. They treated the script like a drama that just happened to have chimeras and hydras in it.
What the Cast is Doing Now
Most of the surviving cast members are still incredibly active.
- Kelly Sheridan continues to be a staple in the My Little Pony franchise (Starlight Glimmer) and various anime dubs.
- Sam Vincent and Matt Hill (who had various guest roles) are still the kings of Vancouver animation.
- Ty Olsson has a thriving career in film and television, often appearing in major sci-fi and fantasy series.
- David Kaye moved to Los Angeles years ago and has become one of the most prolific voices in the industry, working on everything from Ratchet & Clank to Marvel's Avengers.
It’s interesting to see how their paths have diverged, but Class of the Titans remains a specific high point in their collective filmography. It was a show that asked a lot of them—humor, action, and genuine pathos—and they delivered.
Final Insights for Fans and New Viewers
If you’re looking to revisit the series or are discovering it for the first time on streaming services like Amazon Prime or RetroCrush, pay attention to the vocal chemistry. It’s the show's greatest strength.
Here is how you can get the most out of a rewatch:
- Listen for the "Ocean Dub" connections. Many of these actors worked together on the original Death Note and Gundam dubs. Spotting those voices is a fun meta-game.
- Appreciate the character growth. Unlike many episodic cartoons, the voices actually shift slightly as the characters mature over the 52 episodes.
- Check out the guest stars. Legends like French Tickner and Garry Chalk pop up frequently.
The cast of Class of the Titans represents a golden age of Canadian voice acting. They took a concept that could have been cheesy and made it legendary. While we might never get that rumored revival, the original performances stand the test of time.
To truly appreciate the work of these actors, your next step should be checking out the "behind the scenes" interviews often found on older DVD releases or fan-archived YouTube clips. Seeing the faces behind Jay, Theresa, and Cronus adds a whole new layer of appreciation for the work that went into New Olympia. Dive back into the episodes—it's worth it just to hear David Kaye be menacing for twenty minutes.