Jamie Lloyd, associate director of the Donmar who recently directed Sondheim's Passion there, directs a cast that comprises Chris Carswell, David Fynn, Hayley Gallivan, Harry Hepple, Katherine Kingsley, Maria Lawson, Ako Mitchell, Steve Pemberton and Iris Roberts.

The production is designed by Christopher Oram, with lighting by Neil Austin, sound by Nick Lidster and Terry Jardine for Autograph, choreography by Ann Yee and musical direction by Alan Williams.

According to press materials, "Only those blessed with an extraordinary ability and love of language qualify for the Putnam County Spelling Bee. But there can only be one winner and with a place in the national final at stake, emotions run high, hopes are quashed and dreams are broken."

Music and lyrics are by William Finn.

To book tickets, contact the box office at 0844 871 7624, or visit www.donmarwarehouse.com.