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How do you spell F-U-N?! This heartfelt musical comedy follows an eclectic group of six tweens who compete for the spelling bee championship of a lifetime. During the competition, they candidly disclose hilarious and touching stories from their home lives. Each speller navigates their own way through a series of words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing ding of the bell that signals their elimination. Eight spellers enter; one winner emerges. At least the losers get a juice box!
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is by Potomac Theatre, listed under Musicals and Opera in the Fringe programme. It plays at Central Hall, 2 West Tollcross, EH3 9BP, 8 August to 11 August.
The show runs 90 minutes and is suitable for ages 12+. Tickets are £7. Content warnings: Audience participation.