The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

• Wednesday, September 16 through Sunday, October 4
• Delaware Theatre Company, Wilmington, DE
• 302-594-1100

Music & Lyrics by William Finn

Book by Rachel Sheinkin

Conceived by Rebecca Feldman

Directed by Lena Muchetti

A New Light Theatre production presented by Delaware Theatre Company 

Winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a charming and deeply human musical that shines a light on the inner lives of six adolescents vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. As they candidly share hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, these tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words hoping to avoid the soul crushing “ding” of the bell that signals a mistake. Blending humor and heart, the show is a joyful celebration of individuality, belonging, and the courage to be seen.

Comedy / Drama Musical Theater & Performance Northern Delaware

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