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THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

music & lyrics by William Finn

book by Rathel Sheinkin

conceived by Rebecca Feldman

directed by Tim Scott


14 NOV - 29 NOV 2025

Weeknights and Saturdays at 8:00 pm

Sundays and first two Saturdays at 2:00 pm


About the musical

From the team that brought you our 2023 sell-out Ladies in Black, comes a quirky musical about an eclectic group of adolescents (played by grown-up actors) who compete to become Spelling Champion, meanwhile telling stories of their family and background through song.

Nominated for six Tony Awards and winner of two, this funny and touching show charms audiences with its wit and humour, its fast pace and vibrant score. There's even an opportunity for audience participation for those interested!

A suitably festive end to our 2025 season, this Bee is one unforgettable experience.



CAST:

Character Actor
Chip Tolentino Jackson Howe
Logainne Schwartzandgrubennière Llaaneath Poor
Leaf Coneybear Tyson Legg
William Barfée Wayne Gleeson
Marcy Park Hillary Aramze
Olive Ostrovsky Rachel Rai
Rona Lisa Perretti Rafaela Cleeve Gerkens
Vice Principal Douglas Panch Damien Calvert
Mitch Mahoney Tim Murphy
Olive's Dad & Dan Dad Chris Isaac
Carl Dad, Jesus, Leaf's Dad Matt Todd

PRODUCTION TEAM:

Director Tim Scott
Production Co-ordination Gayle Poor
Musical Director John Clancy
Choreographer Jenny Vincent-Green
Set Design Brenton Staples
Lighting Design Deryk Hartwick
Sound Design John Rowe

PROGRAM


PRODUCTION COMPLETE



The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling-Bee

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