The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Music & Lyrics by William Finn; Book by Rachel Sheinkin; Conceived by Rebecca Feldman; Additional Material by Jay Reiss

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.

A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. The small cast and unit set make this a perfect option for high schools or community theatres. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.

Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine

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Originally produced on Broadway by

Directors: Denise Everhart & Bob Merzoian

Run Dates:

June 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, & 24 (Friday and Saturday evenings @ 7pm)
June 11, 18, & 25 (Sunday Matinees @ 2pm)

Cast

• Chip Tolentino – Isaac Hernandez
• Logaine Schwartzandgrubeniere – Kristen Redford
• Leaf Coneybear – Caitlin Plumlee
• William Barfee – Madeline Black
• Marcy Park – Ambree Bough
• Olive Ostrovsky – Abbi Colvin
• Rona Lisa Peretti – Kat Wills
• Douglas Panch – Joseph Ayala
• Mitch Mahoney – Macy McCoy
• Jesus & Carl-Dad – Ethan Burkhart

Production

Assistant Director – Todd Mathenia
Stage Manager – Victor Alcantar-Serna
Assistant Stage Manager – Kristina Hall
Producer – Rachele Alcantar-Serna
Costumes – Denise Everhart & Todd Mathenia
Set Design – Todd Mathenia, Denise Everhart, & Alvino Levario
Set Decor – Denise Everhart, Todd Mathenia, Jose Serna, & Jesika Bowker
Lights – Darian Martinez
Sound – Ethan Willett
Spotlight – Allison Plumlee
Signage – Ali Plaisted
Poster Art – Todd Mathenia