AMBOY – Spell ‘hilarious’. That’s the word to describe this year’s spring musical presented by Amboy School High School. “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” is scheduled for March 8, 9, and 10 at the Amboy High School Auditorium.

 An eclectic group of students vie to be named champion of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Putnam Co. Middle School. Students spell their way through a series of potentially made-up words and candidly share hilarious and touching stories about their lives. They hope to never to hear the soul-crushing ‘ding’ of the bell signaling a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter. One leaves a champion! Complete with audience participation, this musical promises laughter and fun featuring several AHS students on stage, backstage and in the pit orchestra. The musical is directed by Mrs. Amy Schwamberger. The music director is Mr. Travis Kemmerer.

 Tickets will be available to purchase at Amboy High School, March 4-8, during school hours. General admission tickets will also be available at the door prior to each performance. All tickets are $5.00.

 The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by Music Theatre International.