The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Indiana University Studio Theatre - 275 North Eagleson Avenue, Bloomington, IN, USA
From Music Theatre International: Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has ccharmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience.
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.
A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. The small cast and unit set make this a perfect option for high schools or community theatres. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.
Stage Direction and Choreography by DJ Gray
Music Direction by Nate Paul
Assistant Stage Direction by Anna Shea Saffran
Stage Management by Molly Wyatt
Cast (in order of appearance)
Rona Peretti………………….Kaia Terwilliger
Chip Tolentino……………….Coen Berin
Logainne SchwartzandGrubeniere…Leah Rodkin
Leaf Coneybear…………….Veronica Piurek
William Barfée………………Sam Clarke
Marcy Park……………………Mika Granquist
Olive Ostrovsky……………..Coco Duneman
Douglas Panch………………Fletcher Blair
Mitch Mahoney………………Emma Downs
Adult Tickets: $25 ($26.03 including ticketing surcharge)
Student Tickets: $15 ($15.85 including ticketing surcharge)
Approximate two hour running time
Additional information is available at www.stagesbloomington.org
