Title: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Dates: June 5 – 21, 2026

Venue: Lakeside Playhouse

Tickets: Start at $25 Adult, $15 Youth. Group rates 15+ tickets with advance notice

Times: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm. Sunday 2:30 pm

Description: Let the spelling and the hilarity begin! The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced, riotously funny musical that follows six awkward and endearing middle schoolers as they compete for the coveted title of spelling champion. Guided by a collection of equally quirky adults, the contestants share their hopes, fears, and stories through catchy songs and heartfelt moments that go far beyond the dictionary.

With improvisation, audience participation, and unexpected twists, this Tony Award-winning musical is a delightful celebration of youth, individuality, and the pressure to prove yourself, one word at a time.

Run Time: Approximately 1 hour and 55 minutes, including opening announcements.

Content Advisory: Includes some mature humor and themes. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Credits:  Music and Lyrics by William Finn. Book by Rachel Sheinkin. Conceived by Rebecca Feldman. Additional Material by Jay Reiss.

Special Offer: reserve seats on Opening night and enjoy the FirstNighters celebration! Includes a walk on the red carpet, happy hour in the lounge, light refreshments, and more.

Title: RENT

Dates: August 21 – September 6, 2026

Venue: Lakeside Playhouse

Tickets: Start at $25 Adult. Group rates 15+ tickets with advance notice

Times: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm. Sunday 2:30 pm

Description: Bold, raw, and unforgettable, Rent is a groundbreaking rock musical that follows a year in the lives of a group of young artists and friends struggling to survive and create in New York City’s East Village during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Loosely based on Puccini’s La Bohème, this Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical is a powerful exploration of love, loss, identity, and community. With iconic songs like “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” Rent has become a cultural touchstone for a generation.

This production captures the urgency and hope of a group of voices that refuse to be silenced, living fully and loudly in the face of adversity.

Run Time: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including opening announcements and intermission.

Content Advisory: Rent contains mature subject matter, including strong language, depictions and references to sexuality, substance use, illness, death, and adult themes. The production may not be suitable for children or some younger audiences. Recommended for mature teens and adults only. Parents and legal guardians are strongly encouraged to exercise discretion and review show content prior to purchasing tickets for minors.

Credits:  Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson

Special Offer: reserve seats on Opening night and enjoy the FirstNighters celebration! Includes a walk on the red carpet, happy hour in the lounge, light refreshments, and more.