"An eclectic group of sixth-graders arrives at the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, each eager to win for very different reasons. Sweet and shy Olive brings only her best friend (the dictionary) with her to the bee; bold and hyperallergic speller William Barfee uses his “magic foot” to propel him to greatness; former champion Chip is struggling with his burgeoning puberty; easily distracted Leaf is unconvinced that he’s smart enough to be a challenger; overachiever Marcy is disappointed by her consistent success; and politically aware Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre only wants to impress her gay dads.

In hilarious, touching, and catchy songs, each speller reveals his/her hopes, struggles, and passions as they make their way through the competition. With an engaging, tuneful score by William Finn and a sweet, funny book by Rachel Sheinkin, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee causes audiences to fall in love, both with the show itself and its “perspicacious,” “jocular,” and “effervescent” spellers."

The Georgetown Palace announces auditions for our production of 

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Auditions will be held Sunday, March 25th, 2018 from 7:00-9:30 pm, Dance auditions will be on Monday, March 26th from 8:00-9:30 pm on the Palace Springer Mainstage 810 S. Austin Ave Georgetown TX 78626.  You must attend the dance auditions or you will not be considered for a role.   Any performers with acrobatic, tap or unusual movement or dance abilities may have the opportunity to do a short combination/presentation, not required for the audition.​

Callbacks will be held March 27th from 7:00-10:00 pm.  By invitation only.  Callbacks will be posted on the Palace website on the auditions page.  You will NOT receive an email.  They will consist of cold (ish) readings from sides from the script.

Auditions consist of singing a musical side from the show.  (sides are on the character listing page)

Auditions are scheduled online via the Palace website. [Content is reproduced in this CTXLT posting.] You’ll choose a time, fill out the audition form [links below are active], and then fill out the conflict calendar. 

Please email a headshot and resume to productions@georgetownpalace.com Please submit these items by Friday, March 23rd.  If you do not, they won't be included in the production teams packet.  

You will receive an email confirming your appointment. If you are unable to attend any of the audition times, please send us an email and we will try to work with you to schedule an alternative time.

Rehearsals: Rehearsals could potentially begin Wednesday, April 4th. Rehearsals will typically be held Mondays through Thursdays 7:00-10:00 and Saturdays 1:00-5:00 pm. We will be distributing the scripts as soon casting is done, and ask everyone to be familiar with at least the lyrics by the first rehearsal. Tech rehearsals are typically Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm with a dinner break. 

Putnam Spelling Bee opens on Friday, June 1st, 2018 and closes Sunday, June 24th. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, with Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm.  Saturday matinees may be added.  If so, they are also at 2:00 pm.  

Background checks: Everyone involved with the production must submit to a background check at the Palace's expense. If you are cast, you'll receive a secure link where you can fill it out. There is no cost to you.

The Georgetown Palace Theatre is 501c3 Non-profit organization. There is no compensation for any of the actors.

We practice color-blind casting, so all abilities, gender, and Ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to participate.

If you have any questions, please email productions@georgetownpalace.com.