THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Music and Lyrics by William Finn | Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman | Additional Material by Jay Reiss
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
May 30 – Sept 6
Tickets Start at $30 for adults & $25 for children
WE’LL SEE YOU AT THE BEE!
Six quirky middle-schoolers compete in a high stakes regional spelling bee, each bringing their own hopes, anxieties, and personal baggage to the stage. As the competition unfolds, the students—and even the adults running the event—reveal heartfelt and hilarious glimpses into their lives, confronting themes of belonging, pressure, and validation. With improvisational elements, audience participation, and witty musical numbers, the show transforms a simple spelling bee into celebration of growing up, letting go, and individuality.
Musical, Comedy
Content Advisory
Recommended for ages 8+
This production contains mild language and touching moments of syzygy (1. a pair of connected or corresponding things. Recent examples of syzygy: “Alignment in astronomy typically refers to syzygy, such as an eclipse, which does not apply here.” —Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025).
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Advisories for additional information. Parents: We understand that every child is different. Don’t hesitate to call the box office for more detailed content information to help decide what’s best for your child.
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