Needham Community Theatre presents
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Director: Marianne Sarazen Lonati
Music Director: Alan Rodi

PERFORMANCES:
Friday, May 13, 8pm
Saturday, May 14, 8pm
Friday, May 20, 8pm
Saturday, May 21, 8pm - CANCELLED DUE TO HEAT (no A/C)
Sunday, May 22, 4pm

at the Presbyterian Church of Needham
1458 Great Plain Ave., Needham

Parking is in the Newman Elementary parking lot, located at 1155 Central Ave:

Unlike most NCT musicals, this show is intended for adult audiences. Audience members should bring evidence of vaccination. All audience members must wear a mask throughout the performance.

CAST:

Lydia Bailey (Logainne)
Spencer Bernard-Kriegl (Barfee)
Vanessa Calantropo (Rona)
Dan Goldstone (Mitch)
Cara Guappone (Marcy)
Hubert Hwang (Chip)
Jeff Mitchell (Panch)
Nate Parkman (Leaf)
Elle Sciore (Olive)

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! 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. It is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.

For questions, please email Heather Daley: heatherdaleydfmc@gmail.com