The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Six awkward spelling champions learn that winning (and losing) isn’t everything.

A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.


This production is recommended for audiences ages 13 and above.


Running Time: approximately 2 hours including intermission.

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