The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a wildly funny musical where six fiercely competitive middle schoolers battle for spelling glory, one word at a time. As they navigate the bee, the spellers reveal hilarious, awkward, and surprisingly touching glimpses into their lives. Featuring audience participation and a score that’s as charming as it is clever, this Tony Award-winning musical is packed with enough laughter and spelling anxiety to make anyone grateful they’re not on stage.

Part of Rochester Fringe 2026.