GJHP'S 8th Grade Project Presents
2 Performances: November 14 & 15 at 7pm
in Misner Auditorium at Central School
$7 in advance ($10 at the door)
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​​​Think you have what it takes to win the Spelling Bee? We are seeking Audience Volunteers of all ages to appear ON STAGE as guest spellers during the shows on November 14 & 15! Click here for details!​
The 25th Annual Putnam County
spelling bee
Live in Central School's Misner Auditorium
Produced & Performed by Glencoe 8th Graders!
2 Performances: November 14 & 15 at 7pm
$7 in advance ($10 at the door)
The Glencoe Junior High Project' s Eighth Grade Project presents the hilarious musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, live in Misner Auditorium at Central School, for two performances, November 14-15, 2025 at 7pm. This show is produced and performed by Glencoe 8th graders, under the mentorship of Director Samara Harand. ​
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience.
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An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius.​​​
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Tickets ($7 in advance / $10 at the door) are available HERE! All tickets are general admission, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors will open at 6:40pm. This production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
spelling bee CAST & CREATIVES
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Benjamin Zeid – "William Barfee" & Production Team
Freja Franke – "Logainne S." & Directing Team
Levi Covey – "Leaf Coneybear" & Costumes/Props
Lexi Singer – "Marcy Park" & Choreography/Costumes
Lyla Gray – "Olive Ostrovsky" & Directing Team
Lyra Lubbat – "Chip Tolentino" & Costumes Team Leader
Owen Oviatt – "Vice Principal Doug Panch" & Creative Team
Quinn Harvey – "Mitch Mahoney" & Production Team
Zoe Estrada – "Rona Lisa Peretti" & Directing Team Leader
Ava Strusiner – Production Team Leader
Emma Carlyle – Production Team
8th Grade Project Leadership & Supporting Team
Lead Mentor: Samara Harand
GJHP Director of Performing Arts: Barrie Scher
Teaching Artist: Jacob Simon
Parent Producer: Jessica Franke
Lead Production Assistants: Belle Diamond, Lilah Brady
Guest Mentors: William Schellenberg, Eve Petrovic
If you have any questions about the Eighth Grade Project please email samara@gjhp.org.