Broadway Center Stage: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Eisenhower Theater

A group of six mid-pubescents (and possibly a few audience members) compete in the title championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T.

Oct. 11 - 20, 2024

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A white handmade banner is hung using rope at the top of the photo. It says "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee". Below the banner is six children sitting on metal folding chairs and numbers pinned to their shirt. In front of them is a microphone.

Program

Six spellers enter, but only one can be named winner of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! This charmingly witty and touching musical has entertained audiences since its Tony Award^®–winning debut. A group of six mid-pubescents (and possibly a few audience members) compete in the title championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T.

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