Leawood Stage Company Present "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"

September 1, 2021

Join Leawood Stage Company as they present the final production of their 23rd season, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee November 4, 5, 6, 7 & 11, 12, 13, 14, at Avila University Black Box Theatre, 11901 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64145.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical, has charmed audiences across the country with its wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced and wildly comical book by Rachel Sheinkin and a vibrantly bold score by William Finn, this musical comedy introduces us to an eclectic group of six tweens (played by adult actors) who vie for the spelling bee championship of a lifetime, while candidly disclosing hilarious and touching insights into their home lives.

Show times

November 4, 5, 6, 7 & 11, 12, 13, 14

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Location

Black Box at Avila University
11901 Wornall Rd. Kansas City, MO

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Our talented cast includes Brooke Ariel, John Carver, Robin Carroll-Dolci, Brittany Hill, Aaron Hoffman, Michael O’Brien, C.J. Miller, Bailey Self, and Michaela Sewalson.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is rated PG-13 and not recommended for children.

Leawood Stage Company is continuing our tradition of supporting the community by holding a book drive for children and young readers at each performance. Bring one new book to donate and receive a ticket good for popcorn. Bring multiple new books and receive a ticket good for popcorn AND a soft drink.

All seating will be general admission. Sign up for our mailing list and be contacted as soon as tickets go on sale!