23-05-2025
Pamlico County student produces high school play for second straight year
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — Pamlico County High School presents the production of 'Remember the Legacy,' a sequel play written and directed by PCHS senior, Daunte Pugh.
Last year Pugh wrote the original piece 'Remember the Name' with inspiration from the 'Lone Ranger' television series. This year's play continues the theme with a message about a character's redemption and the ability to rise above past mistakes.
'It brings what was shown back in the past with that show and revived it into present day,' Pugh said.
Pugh said he began writing the sequel immediately after finishing the first production. Over two months of coming up with the story led to the sequel being approved. Multiple students and teachers helped to bring the story to life by working with things like props, lighting, sound, and even adding in their own ideas to different characters.
When asked about his favorite part of the production process, Pugh said opening night makes it all worth it.
'Honestly, it's everyone's reaction to the whole story, because with this story, there are many ups and downs and shocking twists and turns,' Pugh said.
'When it comes to having all those special things in there and hearing the audience reaction whether it's a gasp or a final 'there you go, the person finally got what they deserve' I love every bit of that,' Pugh said.
'Remember the Legacy' by Daunte Pugh will start at 7 p.m. and run from May 22 to May 23 at the AH Hatsell Auditorium next to Pamlico County High School.
After graduating, Pugh plans to pursue his passion of storytelling and filmmaking at a university that offers those programs.
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