An underdog we all can root for takes the stage in “Akeelah and the Bee” at the Racine Theatre Guild Friday, March 27 - Sunday, April 5.

Akeelah lives and breathes words and has a gift for spelling. This passion is overshadowed by the daily realities of her life in a tough Chicago neighborhood. Despite her mother’s objections, she studies and prepares for the National Spelling Bee with a determined spirit. Akeelah’s spunk and tenacity teach us all a little something about triumphing over any obstacle.

• Friday, March 27 – 7 p.m.
• Saturday, March 28 – 2 & 7 p.m.
  
• Sunday, March 29 – 2 p.m.
  
• Friday, April 3 – 7 p.m.
  
• Saturday, April 4 – 2 & 7 p.m.
  
• Sunday, April 5 – 2 p.m.
  

Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for seniors (62+), and $13 for students (21 & under). Further savings are offered to groups of 12 or more.

Tickets can be purchased from the Racine Theatre Guild located at 2519 Northwestern Avenue, Racine. Call (262) 633-4218, visit https://racinetheatre.org/production/akeelah-and-the-bee-2/, or stop by the box office weekdays from 12 to 6 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance for tickets.