William Finn’s whimsical, interactive musical thrusts the brains and quirks of six spellers into the spotlight! Full of humor, irrepressibly joyful music, and some audience interaction, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is exuberant “pandemonium” and Covey’s first full production of 2026!

March 27-28, April 3-4 at the Everson Museum’s Hosmer Auditorium

Made possible in part by donations from The Bill Molesky Memorial Fund

Covey Theater is proud to bring the first first non-professional production of the Broadway smash hit Dear Evan Hansen to CNY audiences! Winner of 6 Tony awards, including Best Musical and Best Score, the title character’s journey ask you to “Lift your head and look around, you will be found.”

July 31-August 9 at the Everson Museum’s Hosmer Auditorium

Sick of politics? So are we! Written by Covey artistic director Garrett August Heater, this diabolically funny new comedy skewers the hypocrisy of American politics. Cassidy Brown is an ambitious 25 year old running in a special election for Congress. Coached and cajoled by his politically dynastic family, his meteoric rise to the top is matched only by a spectacular flame out for the ages. Featuring an all-star cast of local performers, you’ll never want to hear the word “Benghazi!” again!

October of 2026

Surprise! Covey Theater is planning several smaller events throughout 2026 that are sure to surprise you! Be sure to check this page throughout the year so you don’t miss a single opportunity to enjoy another wonderful Covey production!