DramaTech Presents 25th Annual Spelling Bee

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DramaTech, the student-run theater group at the Georgia Institute of Technology, is presenting the musical comedy "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" from April 3-18, 2026. The show follows an eclectic group of six middle school students as they compete in the regional spelling championship, sharing hilarious and poignant stories from their personal lives while spelling their way through a series of words, some of which may be made up.

Why it matters

"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" is a beloved, Tony Award-winning musical that combines quirky humor, heartfelt character development, and the high-stakes drama of an academic competition. DramaTech's production brings this acclaimed show to Atlanta audiences, showcasing the talent of Georgia Tech's student performers and providing an entertaining night of theater.

The details

The musical, conceived by Rebecca Feldman with additional material by Jay Reiss and music and lyrics by William Finn, follows an eclectic group of six middle schoolers as they compete in the regional spelling championship of Putnam County. As the tweens spell their way through increasingly difficult (and potentially made-up) words, they also candidly share hilarious and touching stories from their home lives. The show explores themes of adolescence, competition, and the pressure to succeed, all while delivering plenty of laughs.

• The production runs from April 3-18, 2026, with shows at 8 pm nightly.
• This marks the 25th anniversary of the musical's original Broadway debut in 2005.

What’s next

Tickets for DramaTech's production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" are on sale now through the venue's website. The show is expected to be a popular draw for both Georgia Tech students and the broader Atlanta community.