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School of the
Performing
Arts in the
Richmond
Community
SPARC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1981 and is one of the nation’s most comprehensive, community-based youth performing arts education organizations.
We provide an atmosphere where creative expression flourishes, meaningful connections are built, and individuality is celebrated.
OUR IMPACT SPEAKS VOLUMES
YEARS OF EDUCATION IN THE RICHMOND COMMUNITY
YEARS Partnering with Richmond, Chesterfield, & Henrico Public Schools
UNIQUE STUDENTS SERVED LAST YEAR
AUDIENCE MEMBERS AT SPARC PERFORMANCES LAST YEAR
TOTAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS LAST YEAR
PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS RECEIVING SOME FORM OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
TEACHING ARTISTS & TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS EMPLOYED LAST YEAR
LIVES CHANGED BY SPARC SINCE 1981
“My son has grown so much into himself. The staff is just so talented, patient, and kind. It’s [his] second-favorite place — after Disney. He feels so welcomed at SPARC. At the end, it feels like he’s leaving a family.”
“SPARC is FANTASTIC. My children are absolutely thriving and it has trickled into all aspects of their life and we are forever grateful. I can’t say enough positive things.”
Are you ready to discover your inner shine with SPARC?
We are always accepting new students for upcoming classes, camps, and programs!
If you have any questions about SPARC or any of our offerings, please reach out to us by filling out our contact form on this page or by giving us a call at our office at (804) 353-3393.
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SPARC is supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
