The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Welcome to Putnam County! This offbeat comedy is the unlikeliest of hit musicals about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky yet charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the one place where they can stand out and fit in at the same time. "Spelling Bee" chronicles the anguish of six young people in the throes of puberty vying for the championship of a lifetime. In the process, they learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser.This show offers audience members the opportunity (strictly voluntary!) to become part of the action as onstage spellers.

Winner of two Tony Awards (2005). Music and lyrics by William Finn, Book by Rachel Sheinkin.

Performance dates are Jan. 17, 18, 24, 25, 31 and Feb. 1 at 8 pm; and Jan. 19 and 26 at 2 pm.  Open seating. Ticket counter opens for will-call tickets 1 hour before curtain; seating begins 1/2 hour before curtain. Concessions are available for a small donation.

Free parking across the street from the theater or in the parking lot of Christ Church Cranbrook, 1 block east of the theater. Look for the complimentary shuttle van leaving from the church lot.

Sorry, NO refunds. However, tickets may be exchanged for a different date at no charge; please call 248-737-3587. Patrons holding a Member or Season ticket must make a reservation by calling 248-737-3587 or at www.stdunstanstheatre.com.