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"A THEATRE EXPERIENCE THAT LASTS A LIFETIME"
Join us for our next senior production:
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee!
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+The show is rated of PG-13+
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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.
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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 a champion! 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 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.
++Please be sure to enter any cast member or discount codes prior to placing your order, and that you have chosen the correct date/time for the performance you wish to attend. If you have any issues, please reach out to us BEFORE you place the order so that we can assist you. If you need to exchange tickets, you will be charged all ticketing fees. We do not offer refunds on tickets++
​Production Dates:
May 2-May 10, 2025
Juicebox cast:
May 2 at 7:00pm
May 3 at 1:00 & 6:00pm
May 4 at 1:00pm
Fruit Snack cast:
May 8 at 7:00pm
May 9 at 7:00pm
May 10 at 1:00 & 6:00pm
Production Location:
Young Actors’ Theatre
Grossmont Center
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++Please be sure to enter any cast member or discount codes prior to placing your order, and that you have chosen the correct date/time for the performance you wish to attend. If you have any issues, please reach out to us BEFORE you place the order so that we can assist you. If you need to exchange tickets, you will be charged all ticketing fees. We do not offer refunds on tickets++
Director:
Astrid Pett
Astrid is just buzzing to be directing Spelling Bee with YAT! Astrid began performing at YAT in 2014, and stage managed her first show here in 2017. She's previously worked on The Jungle Book, High School Musical, The Lion King, 13 the Musical, Nunsense, Tuck Everlasting, Bring it On, Little Shop of Horrors and Mean Girls as Stage Manager, As well as Seussical and Popstars as Assistant Director. She made her Directorial debut with Jingle 2024 and is so grateful to be back working with her YAT family again!
Music Director:
Kailee Ash-Ray
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Kailee Ash-Ray is excited to be back at YAT after her last production of 13 the Musical! Music Directing credits include: James and the Giant Peach (JT), Curtains (CPH), Sweeney Todd (CPH), Grace for President (JT), Finding Nemo Jr. (YAT), Tuck Everlasting (YAT) and The Guide to Being Single (PDST). Alongside Music Directing, Kailee currently serves as a teaching artist at Junior Theatre and is a vocal coach here in San Diego!
Choreographer:
Alexa Cohen
Stage Manager:
Miles Reed
