Bethany Bax (as Ruth Condomine), left, is vexed by Caroline Good (as Elvira Condomine) during "Blithe Spirit" at the Putnam County Playhouse. The show opened Thursday, and will also be staged today, Saturday and July 14-17. Curtain time for all performances is 8 p.m. Tickets are $9 and can be reserved by calling 653-5880.