School of the Performing Arts in the Richmond Community

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School of the Performing Arts in the Richmond Community
Address
2106-A N. Hamilton Street
Richmond, Virginia 23230
United States
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Information
Funding type 501(c)(3)[1]
Motto "Setting the Stage for Life"
Established 1981
Founder Jeri Cutler-Voltz
President W. Jerrold Samford, P.G.
Director Ryan Ripperton
Gender Co-educational
Age range 3-18
Language English
Tuition $185- $535 per class
Website

School of the Performing Arts in the Richmond Community (SPARC) is a school of performing arts established in Richmond, Virginia, United States in 1981. Since then it has been training kids ages 3–18 to be "triple threats", excelling in sing, act, and dance. The students train in classes such as Studio Acting and private vocal lessons, as well as showcasing their skills in mainstage productions.[2] One of the more famous alumni of SPARC is Jason Mraz who today is a strong supporter of SPARC.[3][4]

Faculty

  • Erin Thomas-Foley, director of education
  • Debra Clinton, director of production
  • Linda Beringer
  • Taylor Bernard
  • Jason Campbell
  • Danaë Carter
  • Paul Deiss
  • Courtney Edwards
  • Heather Falks
  • Martin Garner
  • Robin Harris
  • Jenny Hundley
  • Brendan Kennedy
  • Ben Miller
  • Steve Perigard
  • Stephen Rudlin
  • Laine Satterfield
  • Stephanie Smith
  • Peggy Thibodeau
  • Pam Turner
  • Durron Marquis Tyre

Notable Alumni

  • Jason Mraz
  • Corey Bradley, Mamma Mia! National Tour
  • Zak Resnick, Broadway actor
  • Jason Marks, Broadway actor
  • Emily Skinner, Broadway actor
  • Mary Page Nance, Broadway actor

References

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