WINNER: Best Costume Design

FINALIST FOR: 

Best Musical, Best Ensemble, Best Orchestra, and Best Set Design

GRETA SPAGNARDI was selected to perform as the title role of VELMA in the State opening number of ALL THAT JAZZ! 

SARAH RODRIGUES and ELLA WILLIAMS were voted as BEST IN THE STATE for Contrasting Monologues and Prop's Design. 

The following students also scored a PERFECT SCORE for their events:

Greta Spagnardi- SOLO SONG- ALL FALLS DOWN

Sarah Rodrigues- SOLO SONG- SISTER'S PICKLE

Isa Hood- SOLO DANCE- MAYBE THIS TIME

Avery O’Brien- CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES

Adaeze Ezuma-Igwe and Max Wolfrum- DUET SONG- HOW LONG- HADESTOWN

Lillie Martin- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION- PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

Lillie Martin- COSTUME DESIGN- HADESTOWN

Ella Williams- THEATRE MARKETING- HADESTOWN

The following students scored a SUPERIOR for their events 

Adaeze Ezuma-Igwe- CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES

Hazel Morrison- CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES

Max Wolfrum- SCENIC DESIGN- HADESTOWN

Edie McClernon- SCENIC DESIGN- MONSTER CALLS

Isa Hood and Ena Scott-Benson- DUET ACTING- RABBIT HOLE

Merrick Dewitt- PROPS DESIGN- HADESTOWN

Ollie Navalinsky- PROPS DESIGN- FAILURE: A LOVE STORY

Sasha Wolfrum- COSTUME CONSTRUCTION- FROZEN JR. 

Lauren Drexler- MAKE-UP DESIGN- A MONSTER CALLS

Sasha Wolfrum- STAGE MANAGEMENT- HADESTOWN

Sadie Martinez-Wayman- PROPS DESIGN- RIDE THE CYCLONE

Sam Smith- PLAYWRITING- A PARANORMAL OCCURANCE

Isko Pajel- SHORT FILM

Max Wolfrum and Aster Templeton- DUET ACTING- ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD

Studio Honors Class- GROUP ACTING- CRUCIBLE

ONE ACT PLAY- ACTOR'S NIGHTMARE

Douglas Graves has been inducted into the North Carolina Theatre Educator Hall of Fame, honoring a career defined by passion, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to the transformative power of theatre. Over the years, Graves has inspired countless students to find their voice on and off the stage, blending artistic excellence with a deep dedication to education. From producing work that is brave and challenging, to teaching 6-8th graders the power of Shakespeare and how to travel a production to competitions, Graves has always inspired young artists about the art, care, and FUN one must have to tell a story.

This recognition celebrates both his lasting impact on theatre education across the state and the legacy he continues to build through his students and colleagues.

The Morehead-Cain Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 Impact Educators honored by semifinalists for the Morehead-Cain Class of 2030. 

The Impact Educator initiative, launched in 2023, recognizes K–12 educators worldwide who are shaping tomorrow’s change-makers. High school seniors at Morehead-Cain’s semifinalist level select these teachers and mentors for their positive influence on students’ lives and leadership development.

“We are honored to celebrate this year’s Impact Educators, whose dedication to their students exemplifies the transformative power of great teaching and mentorship,” Morehead-Cain President Chris Bradford said. “These educators inspire curiosity, nurture potential, and help young people discover their capacity to lead and serve with purpose."