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Striking 12

Closing: December 23, 2005

Striking 12 - 2005 New York History , Info & More

Ars Nova
511 W. 54th St. New York, NY 10019

Based on the story "The Little Match Girl" by Hans Christian Andersen

On New Year's Eve, an over-worked and under-inspired single guy who's had enough of holiday cheer makes a resolution: to stay home and go to bed early. But his reclusive evening is interrupted by an eccentric young woman selling special "full-spectrum holiday light bulbs" to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder. Though her intervention and Hans Christian Andersen's story of The Little Match Girl, our protagonist finally begins to pull out of his funk.


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LA Phil Reveals 2026/27 Walt Disney Concert Hall Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026


LA Phil President & CEO Kim Noltemy has unveiled the 2026/27 LA Phil season at Walt Disney Concert Hall. The season features figures including Esa-Pekka Salonen, who takes up his newly established role of Creative Director.

Video: Whitney Leavitt Joins SPELLING BEE as Guest Speller
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2026


Whitney Leavitt made a special appearance at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee this week. Watch a video of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star and Dancing With the Stars alum as a 'guest speller' on her night off from Chicago.

Video: Amber Riley Joins GLEE Co-Star Kevin McHale in SPELLING BEE
by Michael Major - Mar 12, 2026


There was a special Glee reunion at The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Amber Riley, who played Mercedes Jones in the hit musical series, joined co-star Kevin McHale, who played Artie Abrams, as a guest speller. Watch the video!

Misty Copeland–Curated Ballet Festival and More Set for The Joyce 2026 Spring/Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025


The Joyce Theater Foundation has revealed its programming for the Spring/Summer 2026 season in the newly named Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium at The Joyce Theater.

Video: Daniel Radcliffe Joins SPELLING BEE as Guest Speller
by Michael Major - Nov 25, 2025


Tony-winner Daniel Radcliffe joined the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Off-Broadway as a 'guest speller.' Watch the Harry Potter alum spell 'THEATRE' and more in a new video!

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by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025


The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will extend its run off-Broadway through April 12, 2026, due to popular demand. The production opens tonight, Monday, November 17, at New World Stages, and celebrated with a gala on Sunday, November 16.

Photos: First Look at THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE At New World Stages
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025


Official production photos have been released of the first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, now in previews at New World Stages.

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE to Offer $49 Digital Rush Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025


The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is launching a digital rush policy. A limited number of $49 digital rush tickets for each day's performance(s) will be available.

Photos: Meet the Cast of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Off-Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2025


Spellers at the ready! The first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is getting ready for previews. The cast just met the press and you can check out photos here!

Lilli Cooper & Jason Kravits Join THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Michael Major - Oct 2, 2025


Lilli Cooper (Spring Awakening, Tootsie, POTUS) and Jason Kravits (The Drowsy Chaperone, Sly Fox) have joined the cast of the first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

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Jasmine Amy Rogers, Autumn Best, and Matt Manuel Join THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025


Three cast members have joined the first New York revival of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Learn more about the show here!

CORY HENRY & THE FUNK APOSTLES and More Set for SFJAZZ September 2025 Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2025


In September, SFJAZZ will kick off its 2025/26 season with a mix of talent, setting the tone for a month of performances across its venues. Learn more about the September lineup and see how to purchase tickets.

Kevin McHale, Justin Cooley, and More Will Lead SPELLING BEE Revival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025


The first New York revival of the landmark Tony Award-winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has found its initial cast members! Learn more here!

Can You Guess the Cast of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE in Emojis?
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 17, 2025


The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will return to the New York stage this fall.  The musical will begin previews on November 7, with opening night set for November 17, 2025. The show is now teasing its cast via Instagram. Can you guess the spellers from these emojis?

THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE to Return to New York in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025


The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is returning to New York City! Learn more about The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and see how to purchase tickets.

Stephen Petronio Company Reveals Closing Season and Final Performances at Jacob's Pillow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025


The Stephen Petronio Company will sunset the organization after an accomplished 40-year run as Stephen Petronio transitions to independent creative projects. Learn more.

Review: Bearing Witness: SOMEONE WILL REMEMBER US at Trinity Rep
by John McDaid - Jan 31, 2025


Bearing Witness: SOMEONE WILL REMEMBER US at Trinity Rep. A searing, deeply human world premiere that gives voice to veterans, civilians, and refugees. We go to the theatre for many reasons. Sometimes, we crave the spectacle of a Broadway musical; sometimes, we seek the grip of a powerful drama.

Cast And Creatives Announced for LEOPOLDSTADT At The Huntington
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Smuin Contemporary Ballet to Kick Off 31st Season in September
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024


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by Sidney Paterra - Jun 1, 2026


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by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!

THE PILLOWMAN to Open at The Broadwater MainStage in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2024


The Pillowman, directed by Brian Allman (Director of Education & Community Engagement at the Geffen Playhouse), will open April 4th at THE BROADWATER MAIN STAGE. Learn more here!

Striking 12 History

Other Productions of Striking 12

2003   Reading
2003   San Diego, CA (Regional) World Premiere
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2004   New York New York Concert
New York
2005   New York Off-Off-Broadway Production
New York
2006   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway

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