Ballyhoo Theatre presents: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Directed by Shileah Corey, Choreographed by Coulson Bingham

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 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 is the champion! At least the losers get a juice box.

August 5-15 (Thursday-Sunday), 2021

Performances at The Phoenix Theatre, 9673 Firdale Ave. Edmonds, WA

Spelling Bee is rated PG-13, a parent guide is available on our website at ballyhootheatre.org

MASK POLICY - We require all audience members to wear a mask (over the nose and mouth) in the lobby, theatre, and all indoor spaces. Concessions must be consumed outside during intermission.