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.

Those who wish to sign up as spellers should arrive about 30-40 minutes prior to the show. Rona Lisa Peretti will be greeting potential spellers and assisting volunteers with their sign-ups. Please note that only 4 volunteers will be selected at each performance. Potential spellers must have a ticket to the show in order to sign-up. Sign-ups will close 15 minutes prior to the performance start time.

DATES: August 6, 7, 8, & 9, 2026

LOCATION: Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre at U of M

TICKETS: $22 for regular admission and $20 for students/seniors. Tickets can be purchased at horizonpa.yapsody.com.