An eclectic group of sixth-graders arrives at the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, each eager to win for very different reasons. Sweet and shy Olive brings only her best friend (the dictionary) with her to the bee; bold and hyperallergic speller William Barfee uses his “magic foot” to propel him to greatness; former champion Chip is struggling with his burgeoning puberty; easily distracted Leaf is unconvinced that he’s smart enough to be a challenger; overachiever Marcy is disappointed by her consistent success; and politically aware Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre only wants to impress her gay dads. In hilarious, touching, and catchy songs, each speller reveals his/her hopes, struggles, and passions as they make their way through the competition.
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Playwrights: Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy
Veronica is part of the most popular clique at her high school, but she disapproves of the other girls' cruel behavior. When Veronica and her new boyfriend, J.D., confront clique leader Heather Chandler and accidentally poison her, they make it appear a suicide. Soon Veronica realizes that J.D. is intentionally killing students he does not like. She races to stop J.D. while also clashing with the clique's new leader, Heather Duke.
Director: Thea IntVeld
Music Director: Michael Reese
Choreographer: Meridith Dennis
Veronica Sawyer - Peyton Reese
Ram Sweeney - Jack Bevans
Martha Dunnstock - Alyssa LaRoque
Kurt Kelly - Asher Myer
Heather McNamara - Anna Winn
Heather Duke - Mary Dammad
Heather Chandler - Victoria King
Jason Dean(J.D.) - Sam Fahrenkrug
Principal Gowen - Donna Diggs
Coach Ripper - Lamont Harris
Ms. Fleming - Meridith Sloat
Mom - Valentine Chenus
Dad - Joel Smith
Ram's dad - Nick Vasquez
Kurt's dad - Liam Ehrecke
Officer McCord - Joel Smith
Officer Milner - Joelle Traowech
Big Bud Dean - Hayden IntVeld
Preppy Stud - Andrew Park
Hipster Dork - Madeline Sottos
Stoner Chick - Inna Gomez
Beleaguered Geek - Shyisha Hodges
New Wave Girl - Valentine Chenus
Ensemble
Westerberg Students and adults
Elly Murphy
Samantha Carter
Mekhia McDowell
Alexandria Post
Rilee Allen
Spencer Lykam
Mackenna Janz
Anna Thompson
Ella May Miller
Demariq Angel
Meghan Brewster
Olivia Hoft
Tyrae Townzell
Ticket Prices
Adults: $10.00
Administration: $10.00
Students: $8.00
Seniors: $8.00
Dates and Times
Friday, April 12 @ 7P
Saturday, April 13 @ 7P
Sunday, April 14 @ 2P
***Warning***
This production contains scenes that include bullying, teen suicide, sexual assault and school violence.
Although the director has minimized the graphic nature, in order to maintain the integrity of this production and out of respect for the playwrights, Laurence O'Keefe, Kevin Murphy, audience discretion is advised.
