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!

For audiences 16+

Tickets:  $25

Performances: Windsor at Celebration, 1370 Celebration Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL, USA

Proceeds from performance ticket sales benefit HOPE Partnership (October 4-6) and The Opportunity Center (October 11-13).

HOPE Partnership is a Kissimmee-based non-profit that aims to provide a holistic continuum of care in order to end homelessness and poverty in Central Florida. We will do this by connecting service providers, businesses, investors, and clients with evidence-based solutions and trauma-informed care practices in order to strengthen communities, empower our neighbors, and build hope.  www.thehopepartnership.org  

The Opportunity Center is a training facility for individuals with developmental disabilities in Osceola County.  It includes adult day training, transportation, landscaping, cleaning crews, in-home support, competitive employment, supported employment, and supported living services.   The intent of The Opportunity Center is to support individuals in choosing and performing valued roles in the community, in acquiring or improving their functional skills and increasing their independence in all areas of their lives.  www.theopportunitycenter.net 

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).  All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.  www.mtishows.com