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.
Tony Awards and Nominations for THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Best Musical |
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Heartbreak Hotel
Plaza Theatre Company (12/31 - 1/25) | |
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The African Company Presents Richard III
Soul Rep Theatre Company (1/30 - 2/8) | |
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Almost, Maine
Allen Contemporary Theatre (1/24 - 2/9) | |
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Hadestown (Non-Equity)
Music Hall at Fair Park (2/25 - 3/2) | |
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The Lion King
Music Hall at Fair Park (6/4 - 7/3) | |
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A Change is Gonna Come: Panel Discussion
New Fellowship Church (1/18 - 1/18) | |
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The Stamped Project
Bishop Arts Theatre Center (2/20 - 3/2) | |
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Shucked
Bass Performance Hall (7/29 - 8/3) | |
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Deathtrap
Irving Arts Center (1/17 - 2/1) | |
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Ain't Too Proud (Non-Equity)
Winspear Opera House (5/1 - 5/4) | |
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