BRATTLEBORO — Registration has begun for the fourth annual edition of Spell Check! A Spelling Bee for Grown-Ups.
On April 14 at 6 p.m. on the main stage at the Latchis Theatre, the humorous evening of serious thought benefits Latchis Arts (formerly the Brattleboro Arts Initiative) and pits trios of spellers against one another before a whimsical panel: Master of Ceremonies Tom Bodett, Judge Archer Mayor, and Beekeeper Jim Maxwell.
“Rampant wordplay, anecdotes, bicycle horns, and laughter are sure to deliver the most outrageous of serious evenings,” organizers write.
Past years have boasted beehive hairdos, heifer costumes, and plenty of fun. Bragging rights, fame, and the right to display the winner's name on the forthcoming new Latchis marquee are at stake.
“It's almost like some spectacular sporting event,” remarks Jerry Stockman, a member of the twice-victorious team To Bee Or Not To Bee. “Or like we're in the studio to record a game show! There's that sort of sensibility about it.”
He and his teammates are gearing up for this year's competition, and hoping for another win.
There is a $100 fee per team, and each team must also raise an additional $100 sponsorship. For registration forms and further information about Spell Check!, contact [email protected] or visit www.brattleboroarts.org/spell-check. Registration deadline is April 1. Tickets cost $10 for adults, $8 for children.