The play focuses on an eclectic group of six “middle-schoolers” (each portrayed by adult actors) who will do anything it takes to be reigning champion of the bee. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their private lives, these competitors spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. The play has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor, a joyful night of comedy and quirk that celebrates the pursuit of victory and the gift of being true to oneself.

NOTE: Some subject matter addressed in this production may not be suitable for pre-teens.

Cast members, drawn from across the Midcoast, include Imij Armstead, Emily Sue Barker, Roosevelt Bishop, Anne Fanelli, Kjirsten Flores, Eliana Goldberg, Cameron Kinney, Niall Lessard, Joseph Lugosch, Mariah MacFarlane, Kimberly Nutt and Rachael Schuster.
 
This community theatre production is being directed by Soren Barker, with choreography by Niall
Lessard, musical direction by Merle MacFarlane, costumes by Kathleen P. Brown, stage management by
Shari Wills, and is being produced at The Waldo by George Bates.

Performances are scheduled for the evenings of Sept. 5, 6, and 13, with Sunday matinees on Sept. 7 &14, 2025.
Tickets are now on sale.
Online Advance Tickets: Adult /$20, Kids 12 and under/$12,
At Door (if available) Adult/$25, Kids $15

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’s presenting sponsors are Maine State Credit Union and Camden National Bank.

Doors and Box Office open a half hour before showtime. Concessions will be available for purchase.