'25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' continues at Clarksville's Roxy through 10/10

Clarksville's Roxy Theatre continues its production of The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the two-time Tony Award-winning musical that has left audiences across American "breathless with laughter," through October 10. Six youthful over-achievers aspire to become the next Spelling Bee Champion, all the while comically lamenting the woes of adolescence. Four volunteers from the audience participate as spelling bee contestants, and get pulled into various scenes and musical numbers.

This week's shows will feature several local celebrities, including Hank Bonecutter, local radio personality on 1400AM on Saturday, October 5. Volunteers to participate onstage are recruited as the audience arrives for the show.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has gained national fame with its hallmark improvisation and audience participation. Evening productions are rated PG for moderate language and sexual humor. Risqué material is omitted from daytime productions.

The Roxy Regional Theatre delivers live professional productions with skilled and experienced actors from across the United States. The theatre is located at 100 Franklin Street in downtown Clarksville.

Performances are 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for kids 13 and younger.

Tickets are available online at www.roxyregionaltheatre.org, or call (931) 645-7699 during regular box office hours (9 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays).