Rachel Sheinkin
Latest News on Rachel Sheinkin:
Theatre South Playhouse To Present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Dec 22, 2025)
Video: Daniel Radcliffe Joins SPELLING BEE as Guest Speller (Nov 25, 2025)
Photos: Kevin McHale, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More in SPELLING BEE Portraits (Nov 20, 2025)
Theatre South Playhouse To Present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Dec 22, 2025)
Video: Daniel Radcliffe Joins SPELLING BEE as Guest Speller (Nov 25, 2025)
Photos: Kevin McHale, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More in SPELLING BEE Portraits (Nov 20, 2025)
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The Royal Family: Chip Zien, A.J. Shively, Harriet Harris, John Rando, Arnie Burton, Kathy Fitzgerald, Hayley Podschun, Rachel Sheinkin, William Finn, Laura Michelle Kelly, Alan H. Green, Will Swenson, Vadim Feitchner, and Carmel Dean
Date:
05/12/2018
From: Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal With the Cast of THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY at Barrington Stage
The creative team of The Royal Family of Broadway: composer William Finn, artistic director Julianne Boyd, book writer Rachel Sheinkin, musical director Vadim Feitchner, and director John Rando
Date:
05/12/2018
From: Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal With the Cast of THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY at Barrington Stage
Productions
Writing
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Bookwriter/Lyricist
Bookwriter
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Awards and Nominations
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Book of a Musical
Rachel Sheinkin, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
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Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Book of a Musical
Rachel Sheinkin, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
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Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Rachel Sheinkin, The 25 th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Videos
Video: 'The I Love You Song' from THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Theatre Under The Stars
by Joshua Wright - 2025-10-31 16:36:44
Video: Watch 'I Speak Six Languages' from SPELLING BEE at Theatre Under The Stars
by Michael Major - 2025-10-29 14:07:20
Video: 'Magic Foot' from the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre Under The Stars
by Allison Henry - 2025-10-22 13:04:27
Video: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Theatre Under the Stars
by Stephi Wild - 2025-10-21 11:30:20
Video: SPELLING BEE at the Kennedy Center with Beanie Feldstein, Bonnie Milligan, and More
by Joshua Wright - 2024-10-18 14:04:26
Video: Kennedy Center's 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Preview
by Joey Mervis - 2024-10-04 10:45:11
VIDEO: First Look At George Street Playhouse's THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-27 17:10:19
VIDEO: On This Day, July 8 - THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Has Its World Premiere At Barrington Stage
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-07-08 12:01:00
VIDEO: Cast and Creative of Barrington Stage's THE GLASS MENAGERIE Talk Bringing The Show To The Berkshires
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-02 16:22:44
VIDEO: First Look at Barrington Stage's THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY With Music and Lyrics by William Finn
by Alan Henry - 2018-06-13 16:43:45
VIDEO: William Finn Chats About His New Musical THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-06-07 21:24:41
TV: Meet the Royal Family... of Broadway! Go Inside Rehearsals with Harriet Harris, Laura Michelle Kelly & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-03 09:00:51
TV: First Look at THE ROYAL FAMILY OF BROADWAY Before Its World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-05-13 13:00:47
VIDEO: Ali Stroker And More Lead Cleveland Playhouse's THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Alan Henry - 2018-04-18 13:12:57
VIDEO: Check Out Aaron Tveit in Rehearsal for Barrington Stage's COMPANY
by Alan Henry - 2017-08-07 17:24:27
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/2/16- THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-05-02 09:32:25
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Bucks County Playhouse
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-08-24 14:06:23
News
Theatre South Playhouse To Present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2025
Theatre South Playhouse will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the Tony Award–winning musical comedy by William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets will be available through Theatre South Playhouse.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2025
Theatre South Playhouse will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the Tony Award–winning musical comedy by William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets will be available through Theatre South Playhouse.
Creede Repertory Theatre Hires Mallory Piece as Director
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) has announced Mallory Pierce as the theatre’s new Director of Development. She is a seasoned nonprofit leader with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, and audience development.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) has announced Mallory Pierce as the theatre’s new Director of Development. She is a seasoned nonprofit leader with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, and audience development.
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.
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.
Creede Repertory Theatre Reveals 2026 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) will open its 61st season in late May and will include two musicals, a new Sherlock Holmes mystery from the mind of Ken Ludwig; and a hilarious one-person show.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
Creede Repertory Theatre (CRT) will open its 61st season in late May and will include two musicals, a new Sherlock Holmes mystery from the mind of Ken Ludwig; and a hilarious one-person show.
Adam Gwon Will Offer Master Class Through Theatre Now
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Award-winning musical theatre writer Adam Gwon will offer a Master Class next week as part of Theatre Now New York's Industry Nights. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025
Award-winning musical theatre writer Adam Gwon will offer a Master Class next week as part of Theatre Now New York's Industry Nights. Learn more here!
Video: 'The I Love You Song' from THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Theatre Under The Stars
by Joshua Wright - Oct 31, 2025
Get a first look at 'The I Love You Song' from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre Under The Stars. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced musical comedy following six quirky kids as they compete for glory in a cutthroat spelling showdown.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 31, 2025
Get a first look at 'The I Love You Song' from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre Under The Stars. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced musical comedy following six quirky kids as they compete for glory in a cutthroat spelling showdown.
Video: Watch 'I Speak Six Languages' from SPELLING BEE at Theatre Under The Stars
by Michael Major - Oct 29, 2025
Watch a video of I Speak Six Languages from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre Under The Stars Perfection takes practice — and Marcy Park (Gemini Quintos) makes it look easy.
by Michael Major - Oct 29, 2025
Watch a video of I Speak Six Languages from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre Under The Stars Perfection takes practice — and Marcy Park (Gemini Quintos) makes it look easy.
Video: 'Magic Foot' from the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Theatre Under The Stars
by Allison Henry - Oct 22, 2025
Watch the cast perform 'My Magic Froot' from Theatre Under The Stars' all-new production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. The production will run October 21 – November 2.
by Allison Henry - Oct 22, 2025
Watch the cast perform 'My Magic Froot' from Theatre Under The Stars' all-new production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. The production will run October 21 – November 2.
TEA WITH G Comes to Theater 555
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Theatre Now New York will present a one-night-only performance of Tea with G. Featuring Deborah Berenson as tea etiquette instructor Georgina Grace (a combination of Mary Poppins and Dame Edna) and Mark Schenfisch as her much harassed accompanist.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
Theatre Now New York will present a one-night-only performance of Tea with G. Featuring Deborah Berenson as tea etiquette instructor Georgina Grace (a combination of Mary Poppins and Dame Edna) and Mark Schenfisch as her much harassed accompanist.
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Comes to TheaterWorks This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025
TheaterWorks will present the Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee from October 24 through November 9, 2025, at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025
TheaterWorks will present the Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee from October 24 through November 9, 2025, at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.
Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Penfold Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - Sep 18, 2025
Penfold Theatre's production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is both fresh and timeless! It's a show full of chaos, humor, and unexpected moments of heart. #BWW #ATXTheatre
by Sabrina Wallace - Sep 18, 2025
Penfold Theatre's production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is both fresh and timeless! It's a show full of chaos, humor, and unexpected moments of heart. #BWW #ATXTheatre
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Rachel Sheinkin written?
Rachel Sheinkin has written 4 shows including Little House on the Prairie (Bookwriter), Blood Drive (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Striking 12 (Bookwriter), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Bookwriter).
What awards has Rachel Sheinkin been nominated for?
Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The 25 th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
What awards has Rachel Sheinkin won?
Rachel Sheinkin has won several prestigious awards for her work on The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. She received the Best Book of a Musical award from the BroadwayWorld Awards, the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical, and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a Musical.
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