Dead Deer High

Event ID: FS19977

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 | 2:30 AM - 4:11 AM

Venue: Alamo Lamar 9 (Alamo Lamar)

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Summary

In the aftermath of a tragic shooting, a once-brilliant slam poetry team has lost their voice. Now, their English teacher must overcome his crippling fear of returning to the classroom to help them find healing through words on the stage.

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