A wonderfully theatrical look at authenticity for young audiences/schools where it is most needed. All the transformations of adolescence get the brilliant metaphorical touch of Vansant's magic. With great roles for female actors!

A touching, resonate look at the transformations we undergo during our teenage years as we try to figure out how we fit into our world while keeping our individuality. Paige’s (a human) final discussion with Ember (the mother dragon) about her new friend Sparks (Ember’s daughter - a dragon who has transformed herself into a human) is a gorgeous and hopeful view of humanity and one I believe we all need to hear.

We were delighted to include "Spark" as part of our MU Summer Repertory "Comedies-in-Concert" series - our audiences loved the gentle but lively comedy, the positive and powerful message on issues of gender, and the delightful, effervescent exploration of teenage challenges. It is effortlessly theatrical, relying more on imagination than expensive set design, and offers exciting roles for young performers, even as it raises important questions about identity, friendship, and dragons!