The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin Directed by Stephanie Lynge May 31 to July 21; Previews: May 29-30 This fast-paced, phonetic musical comedy will undoubtedly bring you to your feet! Join an eclectic group of six young people who compete in 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 “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Eight spellers enter; one speller leaves! At least the losers get a juice box. Complete with audience participation and plenty of effortless improv, THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE guarantees a one-of-a-kind, musical theater performance that spells F-U-N! The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. It’s the most fun you’ll ever have going to the theatre! – Broadway World (New Jersey) “Irresistible, riotously funny and remarkably ingenious …” NEW YORK TIMES “Utterly, hilarious, surprisingly warm, almost criminally entertaining.” – Center Stage
Tony Awards and Nominations for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Best Musical |
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