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THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Extends Run at New World Stages
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will extend its run off-Broadway through April 12, 2026, due to popular demand. The production opens tonight, Monday, November 17, at New World Stages, and celebrated with a gala on Sunday, November 16.

Photos: First Look at THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE At New World Stages
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

Official production photos have been released of the first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, now in previews at New World Stages.

Lilli Cooper & Jason Kravits Join THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Michael Major - Oct 2, 2025

Lilli Cooper (Spring Awakening, Tootsie, POTUS) and Jason Kravits (The Drowsy Chaperone, Sly Fox) have joined the cast of the first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

Jasmine Amy Rogers, Autumn Best, and Matt Manuel Join THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025

Three cast members have joined the first New York revival of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Learn more about the show here!

Kevin McHale, Justin Cooley, and More Will Lead SPELLING BEE Revival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025

The first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has found its initial cast members! Learn more here!

Can You Guess the Cast of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE in Emojis?
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 17, 2025

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will return to the New York stage this fall.  The musical will begin previews on November 7, with opening night set for November 17, 2025. The show is now teasing its cast via Instagram. Can you guess the spellers from these emojis?

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE to Return to New York in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is returning to New York City! Learn more about The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and see how to purchase tickets.

50 Student Nominees Announced for the 2025 Roger Rees Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 12, 2025

The Broadway Education Alliance has just announced the 50 nominees for Outstanding Performer in a qualifying role in an officially licensed high school production presented during the 2024-2025 academic year. We have the full list of nominees here!

Kevin Del Aguila Will Host the 2025 Roger Rees Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025

The Broadway Education Alliance has just announced that multi-award-winning Broadway performer Kevin Del Aguila will host the 2024-25 Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance. We have all of the details on the big event here!

2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025

The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!

15th Annual Roger Rees Awards Find a New Home at Symphony Space
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2025

The Broadway Education Alliance will present the 15th annual Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance on Monday, May 19th. We have all of the details on the 2025 ceremony!

Corbin Bleu and Stephanie Styles Will Lead Industry Reading of Broadway-Bound GET HAPPY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

Corbin Bleu and Stephanie Styles will headline a private industry reading of the Broadway-bound musical comedy, Get Happy. Learn more about the production here!

Registration Now Open for the 2025 Roger Rees Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 10, 2024

Broadway Education Alliance Inc. has just announced that registration is open for schools to participate in the 2024-2025 Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance. We have all of the details!

See Linda Eder & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup at 54 BELOW next week, featuring a variety of performances from Broadway stars and up-and-coming talents. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

See Norm Lewis, Linda Eder & More Next Month at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Nominees Announced for the 14th Annual Roger Rees Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2024

The Broadway Education Alliance has just announced the 50 Roger Rees Awards nominees for Outstanding Performer. Check out the full list!

Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company To Present The Tony-Award Winning Play, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2024

Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company to present the Tony-Award winning play, Peter and the Starcatcher, at Manes Studio Theatre in Lindenhurst, as its first fully-staged production, to raise money and awareness for Long Island nonprofit charity, Kids Need More.

New York City Center Partners with Broadway Education Alliance to Recognize Scenic and Costume Design at the Roger Rees Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2024

The Broadway Education Alliance (“BEA”) has just announced a strategic partnership with the New York City Center Education & Community Engagement Department to introduce a scenic and costume design award that will be presented as part of The Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance portfolio of recognitions.

Registration Open for Greater New York Area High Schools to Participate in the 2023-2024 Roger Rees Awards
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023

Broadway Education Alliance Inc. has announced that registration is open for the 2023-2024 Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance. Find out how to register here!

Winners Revealed For the 13th Annual Roger Rees Awards For Excellence in Student Performance
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

The Broadway Education Alliance has announced the winners of the 13th annual Roger Rees Awards for Excellence in Student Performance, which was held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Professional Performing Arts School (PPAS).