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! 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.
CAST:
Vice Principal Panch - Joshua Irwin, Will Lanese
Rona Lisa Peretti - Hallie Ackerman, Alli Morgan
Chip Tolentino - Leo Ackerman, Luke Huisken
Schwarzy - Bailey deSilva, Madelyn Marsh
Leaf Coneybear - JJ Sanchez. Adrian Slear
William Barfee - Max Schaefer
Marcy Park - Karly Kim, Maria Perez
Olive Ostrovsky - Kat Platte, Bella Seigo
Michelle Mahoney - Keira Carlson, Addy Grostefon
Dan Dad/Olive's Dad - Aaron Moore
Carl Dad - Cole Bennett
Olive's Mom - Elysia Azzi
Olive's Dad - Ethan Fox
Marigold Coneybear - Tatiana Mason
Jesus - Taylor Javoroski
Ensemble - Lucy Ackerman, Sarah Bovee, Hannah Campbell, Kendra Kelly, Alyssa Shaltry
TECH CREW:
Savanah Burgess, Lucille Herson
PIT ORCHESTRA:
Cooper Evans, Mary Rodeck, Angie Schwab
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director/Choreographer - Tracy Clark
Vocal/Pit Orchestra Director - Sheri Petersen
Production Manager - Tracy Clark
Student Director - Llzzie Maurer
Assistant Vocal Director - Dan Dade
Technical Supervisor - Timothy Daniel