

Overview
SURGE tells the unforgettable story of three families whose lives were turned upside down by Hurricane Helene. Devised entirely by students at Watauga High School, this play has won awards and earned national attention. With themes that resonate far beyond Western North Carolina, SURGE is a testament to the power of human spirit in the face of disaster.
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Brecken Sauthoff
Lucy
Abby Ardois
Michelle
Kelley Donnelly
Nicole
Lilly Hampton
Stephanie
Edie Berke
Inez Critcher
Chloe Greer
Iris Critcher
Lilliana Lemus
Ivy Critcher
Alex Edgerton
Norah Shepherd
Clara Lappan
Cecilia Shepherd
Abby Barr
Morgan Shepherd
Jaxson Marsh
Daniel Shepherd
Eriana Fidler
Vivian Anderson
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