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.

Brecken Sauthoff
as Lucy

Abby Ardois
as Michelle

Kelley Donnelly
as Nicole

Lilly Hampton
as Stephanie

Edie Berke
as Inez Critcher

Chloe Greer
as Iris Critcher

Lilliana Lemus
as Ivy Critcher

Alex Edgerton
as Norah Shepherd

Clara Lappan
as Cecilia Shepherd

Abby Barr
as Morgan Shepherd