The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

“BEE” READY FOR A WILDLY FUNNY ROMP THROUGH THE WORLD OF COMPETITIVE SPELLING AND THE TWEENS WHO RULE IT

ABOUT THE SHOW

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 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. Many spellers enter; only one speller leaves! 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.

To purchase tickets or for additional information, please visit BuenaPark.com, the Buena Park Community Center at 6688 Beach Blvd., between Stanton Ave. and Beach Blvd. at Pinchot Ct., behind City Hall, or call (714) 562-3860.

ABOUT BUENA PARK YOUTH THEATRE

Founded in 1981 by former elementary school teacher Ruth Walp, Buena Park Youth Theatre was created due to public school budgetary cutbacks in the arts. Since then, the program has produced fully staged Broadway musicals with thousands of youth actors. The musicals continue to receive outstanding critical acclaim and attract audiences of all ages.