Performance: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Performance: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Friday, Aug 1, 2025 at 7:30pm
Tibbits Opera House
14 South Hanchett Street
517-278-6029

Music & Lyrics by William Finn
Book By Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman

Six quirky tweens are determined to out spell each other for the Putnam County Spelling Bee champion title. While tackling a series of ultra-challenging words, these spellers share hilariously awkward stories from their home lives that could make anyone question the definition of "normal." One speller will walk away with the trophy and bragging rights, while the others face the soul-crushing humiliation of a “ding” and the consolation prize of a juice box. What could be worse than that? Winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, this charming musical has audiences in stitches with its quick-witted dialogue and outrageous characters. This is one spelling event that proves it’s not just about winning, but about having a good laugh along the way! (runtime: 1 hour 40 minutes, Rated PG-13)

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