March 15–18, 2018
Casa del Prado Theatre
Directed by Jennie Gray-Connard
Music and Lyrics by William Finn.
Book by Rachel Sheinkin.
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman.
Additional Material by Jay Reiss.
Based on C-R-E-P-U-S-C-U-L-E, an original play by The Farm.
Junior Theatre’s 70th Season, 2017-2018
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Follow an eclectic group of six tweens on their hilarious musical journey to realize their dreams of becoming the spelling bee champion! Fraught with the woes of puberty, the nerdy and the wordy struggle to become the best, but ultimately learn that winning isn’t everything and that losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser.
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.
Five Performances Only!
Music and Lyrics by William Finn. Book by Rachel Sheinkin. Conceived by Rebecca Feldman. Additional Material Jay Reiss. Based upon C-R-E-P-U-S-C-U-L-E, an original play by The Farm. Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine. Originally produced on Broadway by David Stone, James L. Nederlander, Barbara Whitman, Patrick Catullo, Barrington Stage Company, Second Stage Theatre. The Barrington Stage Company workshop of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee was originally co-directed by Michael Barakiva and Rebecca Feldman. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019. Phone: 212-541-4684. Fax: 212-397-4684. www.MTISHows.com. Production sponsored in part by the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department, the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, and the County of San Diego.