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Based on the beloved film, Akeelah and the Bee tells the story of an independent 11-year-old from the Chicago projects whose razor-sharp mind keeps her one step ahead of the game in the neighborhood … but is it enough to get her to the top? Akeelah must turn to family, friends and a few unlikely mentors if she’s going to survive the final round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Playwright Cheryl L. West (Pullman Porter Blues) and director Charles Randolph-Wright (Ruined) bring this spirited adaptation to life this holiday season.
Production Information
Approximate Running Time
120 minutes
Cast
Performer
Role
Akeelah
Dr. Larabee
Gail
Reggie
Georgia
Batty Ruth
J.T./DJ Rule/Judge/TV Announcer
Dylan
Javier/Chucky
Dylan's Dad/Producer
Izzy/Snorting Girl/Crying Girl
Ratchet Rhonda/Foxy Fay
Trish/Horse Girl/Mohawk Girl
Drunk Willie/Principal
Creative Team
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Adapted By
Adapted From
Original Screenplay by Doug Atchison