The Surge: An Ode to Sinéad O’Connor

For anyone who has ever questioned their place, pushed against expectations, or wondered what it costs to remain true to yourself, The Surge: An Ode to Sinéad O’Connor is for you.

Inspired by the music, words, and enduring spirit of Sinéad O’Connor, director and choreographer Sonya Tayeh creates a powerful dance experience performed by ten women over the age of 40. O’Connor’s music and narration, drawn from her memoir Rememberings, weave throughout the performance.

The Surge is a reflection on identity, aging, freedom, and the courage required to live authentically in a world that often rewards conformity. What emerges is both deeply personal and unexpectedly communal: a celebration of women who refuse to disappear, soften themselves for others, or surrender the right to define their own lives.

Student tickets always $11. Eligible for CLE. Find out more and buy tickets at: https://carolinaperformingarts.org/events/the-surge/