In the Black Box
October 2-4 & 8-10, 2026
PRESENTED BY CENTER STAGE NORTH
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Created by Rebecca Feldman with additional material by Jay Reiss
Directed By Julie Resh
Performance Dates: October 2-4 & 8-10, 2026
Six spellers enter. One champion emerges. All of them have something to prove.
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a hilarious and heartwarming musical that follows a quirky group of middle schoolers (played by adults) as they compete for the ultimate spelling glory. Along the way, they navigate the awkwardness of adolescence, parental pressure, and the highs and lows of growing up—with plenty of laughs and unexpected audience participation.
With catchy songs, unforgettable characters, and a lot of heart, this Tony Award-winning musical will have you cheering for every underdog in the bee.