The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Compass Rose Theater
Dates: 3/15/2024 - 4/28/2024
📍 Theatre: Compass Rose Theater
801 Chase St, Third Floor Annapolis, MD 21401
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-980-6662
Tickets: $25-$55
This Tony Award-winning comedic musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, centers on a fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School (PG-13). This fast-paced, hilarious musical is being presented by the award-winning Compass Rose Theater in Annapolis, directed by Tommy Malek and musical directed by Rachel Sandler.
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. Audience participation and the possibility of some notable familiar faces make every performance a uniquely entertaining experience!
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences nationwide with its effortless wit and humor. music and lyrics by William Finn, with a book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, with additional material by Jay Reiss. This musical is rated PG-13 and is a satire of stereotypes. There is a song about puberty and other young adult-themed jokes throughout.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Best Musical | Nominated |
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