Where Learning Begins with
Movement & Play

Brenda Tally

Owner & Director

Brenda Tally is an experienced arts educator, administrator, and choreographer with deep roots in Victoria. She began her own dance training right here in Victoria and has spent decades developing young artists through dance technique, choreography, and performance. SPARK extends her mission of bringing world-class arts training to the youngest learners in the Golden Crescent.

Angelica Kurtz

Program Director & Lead Teacher

Angelica Kurtz is a 2007 graduate of the University of Houston–Victoria with a BS in Psychology and a focus on early childhood education. For the last 20 years, she has worked in education in Victoria through Mid-Coast Family Services, Trinity Episcopal School, and most recently as a 3K Teacher at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School. Angelica is passionate about integrating the arts so that children have a solid educational and social-emotional journey through childhood and beyond.

Angelica lives in Victoria with her husband, Matthew, and daughter, Lilly. Outside of educating young minds, she enjoys travel, food, and the arts—especially theatre. She serves as President of the Board of Directors at Theatre Victoria and is heavily involved in youth education programming there.

Sarah Mills

Co-Teacher & Dance Coordinator

Sarah Mills began dancing at a young age, building a strong foundation in many styles including tap, ballet, and acrobatic arts. She has been teaching for five years and currently teaches at the Ballet Academy of South Texas, where she shares her love for a variety of dance styles. Sarah is passionate about helping children grow in confidence, coordination, and listening skills, and is excited to integrate educational foundations with dance to create a well-rounded, enriching learning experience for young learners.