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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Six awkward spelling champions learn that winning (and losing) isn't everything.

Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed 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.

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Conceived by

Rebecca Feldman

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Book by

Rachel Sheinkin

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

The Spelling Rules/My Favorite Moment of the Bee

My Friend, the Dictionary

The First Goodbye

Pandemonium

I'm Not That Smart

The Second Goodbye

Magic Foot

Pandemonium (Reprise)/My Favorite Moment of the Bee 2

Why We Like Spelling

Prayer of the Comfort Counselor

My Unfortunate Erection (Chip's Lament)

Woe is Me

I'm Not That Smart (Reprise)

I Speak Six Languages

The I Love You Song

Woe is Me (Reprise)

My Favorite Moment of the Bee 3/Second

Finale

The Last Goodbye

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September 21, 2009

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hey, I was just wondering what is some of your favorite ad lib that Rona, and Panch say to the participants to the audience, I wanted to know

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