The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee tickets
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About The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
How do you spell H-I-T M-U-S-I-C-A-L? The Tony Award-winning show The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is back for its 20th anniversary with an all-star lineup of students and moderators, including Tony Award winner Alex Newell, who will join the cast for a limited engagement from August 7 through September 6!
And did we mention you can "bee" part of the show, too? Get there early and sign up for a chance to put your spelling skills to the test. (And even your dance skills, if you make it far enough in the competition.) But whether from the stage or the audience, you'll see charmingly quirky characters do more than compete: they connect, fall in love, and deal with all the issues of growing up. It's all spelled out by the late William Finn's score of songs both funny ("My Unfortunate Erection") and moving ("The I Love You Song") that have become beloved musical theatre fixtures.
Among heartfelt, hilarious, and interactive theatre, this one can't "bee" beat — get Spelling Bee tickets now.
Run time
1hr 45min.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 13+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
Start date
November 7th, 2025
End date
October 11th, 2026
“Hilarious, heartwarming fun with unforgettable audience participation”
A Spelling Bee That Spells Pure Fun
Audiences are absolutely charmed by this delightful production that perfectly balances hilarity with heartfelt moments. The talented cast delivers stellar vocals and captivating performances, with sta...
What It Feels Like
- Pure joy
- Heartwarming
- Delightfully chaotic
You’ll Love This If…
- You enjoy interactive theater that makes you part of the show
- You appreciate clever humor mixed with genuine emotional moments
- You love energetic musical performances with stellar vocals
Extremely funny and well-acted with amazing vocals and high energy. It took a somewhat dated script and brought it to the modern day flawlessly; I would definitely recommend seeing this show!
Loved seeing Laura Mariano and John cryer there. They were fantastic and the whole cast was wonderful and funny.
Still just as charming, fresh, and genuine as the original production. Fabulous cast gives an A+ performance.
Stars on stage
Jon Cryer
Alex Newell
Laura Marano
Julian Sewell
Nina White
Philippe Arroyo
Leana Rae Concepcion
Fernell Hogan
Matt Manuel
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee cast and creative team
By: Rachel Sheinkin
Songs by: William Finn
Director: Danny Mefford
Choreography: Danny Mefford
Cast list: Jon Cryer (as Vice Principal Douglas Panch), Alex Newell (as Rona Lisa Peretti), Philippe Arroyo (as Chip Tolentino), Leana Rae Concepcion (as Marcy Park), Fernell Hogan (as Leaf Coneybear), Julian Sewell (as William Barfée), Nina White (as Olive Ostrovsky), Laura Marano (as Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre), Matt Manuel (as Mitch Mahoney)
Sets: Teresa L. Williams
Costumes: Emily Rebholz
Lighting: David Weiner
Sound: Haley Parcher
Other info: Music supervision by Carmel Dean
Venue
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
More information about The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin's winning, high-energy musical has been staged all over the country. Now, it returns to New York on the 20th anniversary of its Broadway bow. That premiere was an auspicious one, making stars of original cast members Celia Keenan-Bolger and Jesse Tyler Ferguson. The theatre legend James Lapine directed. Rachel Sheinkin won a Tony Award for her smart, engaging, and hilarious book.
The team behind this revival includes Danny Mefford (director and choreographer), Emily Rebholz (costume designer), David Weiner (lighting designer), Haley Parcher (sound designer), and Teresa L. Williams (scenic designer).
What to watch for
- Part of the charm of this musical is that the audience plays a role: select volunteers compete in the on stage spelling bee.
- Theatre stars like Josh Gad, Rory O'Malley, James Monroe Iglehart, and Jennifer Simard all stepped into the original Broadway run.
- Some popular songs from the show include "Pandemonium" and "Woe is Me."
- The original run was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Musical.
Additional Information
- Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.
Frequently asked questions
What is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee about?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a charming and witty musical about adolescent students competing to win a local spelling competition while coping with teenage issues along the way.
What is the running time of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee runs for 1hr 45min.
Which theatre is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is at New York's New World Stages, which is located at 340 West 50th Street, New York, 10019.
How much are tickets for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee tickets start at $60.
What is the age recommendation for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
Ages 13+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
How do you get tickets for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
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Is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee playing on Broadway or Off-Broadway?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is playing Off Broadway.
Is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
How long is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee on for?
Tickets for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee are available through 11 October 2026 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
What are audiences saying about The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
Audiences have given The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee a Show-Score of 91/100 — Must See!, based on 1494 audience reviews. Read audience reviews.
Who stars in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee stars Jon Cryer (as Vice Principal Douglas Panch), Alex Newell (as Rona Lisa Peretti), Philippe Arroyo (as Chip Tolentino), Leana Rae Concepcion (as Marcy Park), Fernell Hogan (as Leaf Coneybear), Julian Sewell (as William Barfée), Nina White (as Olive Ostrovsky), Laura Marano (as Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre), Matt Manuel (as Mitch Mahoney).
Who is the director of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
Danny Mefford is the director of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Who composed the music and lyrics for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
The music and lyrics for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee were composed by William Finn.
Who is the writer of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee?
The writer of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is Rachel Sheinkin.
