The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

About This Show

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee follows six awkward adolescents through their daunting and hilarious championship quest. As they navigate the tournament’s pressures, the eccentric coterie finds a new sense of belonging. Along the way, they learn that there is more to life than winning a trophy. This charming coming-of-age tale also invites four volunteers from the audience to participate in each performance, ensuring new and unexpected comedy every night. Peter Flynn (1776) returns to direct this heartwarmingly quirky Tony-winning musical comedy.

Show Details

Running Time: 1hr 38min (0 intermissions)
Dates: Opening Night: March 14, 2014 Final Performance: May 17, 2014

Theatermania Review

| | April 3, 2014
Six adolescent outsiders get their moment to shine in what amounts to a hilarious spelling competition.

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