'THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE' Music & Lyrics by William Finn, Book by Rachel Sheikin, Conceived by Rebecca Feldman with additional material by Jay Reiss. 

Musical Comedy

April 17 - May 17, 2026

"Though in school we seem strange, at the bee we seem better."

In this charming musical comedy, middle school misfits personified by adult actors face off in a spelling showdown, vying for glory and a coveted slot at the National Spelling Bee. While they wage war with words like “crepuscular” and “hasenpfeffer,” this ragtag crew wrestles with the highs and lows of competition, finding self-discovery along the way.

This heartwarming hit captures all the chaos, heartbreak, and elation of becoming a childhood champion.

Advisory:  Contains mild language, sexually suggestive humor, and references to sensitive topics like family issues and anxiety.